From Alexander the Great to Mughal emperors to our own siblings, Rakshabandhan has held significance for many years. Why do we celebrate it?
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Why do we shave the head for a baby’s first haircut?
Birth hair is associated with undesirable traits from the past, and the first haircut is special in most cultures around the world. Find out why.

Why do we do Ārti?
Fire always moves upwards. ‘Ā’ means ‘towards’, and ‘rati’, means ‘right or virtue.’

Why do we submerge idols in water?
A processions of singers, devotees, dancers, acrobats, and priests head to immerse idols into the Sea. What is the significance behind this ritual?