diwali
Diwali 2026: the five days, from Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj
Diwali 2026 runs from Dhanteras on 6 November to Bhai Dooj on 11 November, with three days where calendars disagree. Dates, meaning and how to plan.
Dhanteras 2026: date, what to buy and what to skip
Dhanteras 2026 is on Friday 6 November. What families traditionally buy, budget-friendly alternatives to gold, and what many skip, plus gold and silver checks.
Karwa Chauth makeup look: step by step, with what to use
A Karwa Chauth makeup look that lasts a full fast: skin prep, a light base, eyes, cheeks and lips for every skin tone, plus a moonrise touch-up kit.
Karwa Chauth gift for husband: ideas he will actually use, at every budget
Karwa Chauth gift ideas for a husband, from a festive kurta to a watch or grooming kit, with budget bands and what to check before you order.
Karwa Chauth gift for wife: ideas she will actually use, at every budget
Karwa Chauth gift ideas for a wife, from jewellery and sarees to thali sets and beauty hampers, with budget bands and what to check before you buy.
Karwa Chauth sargi items list: the complete checklist
Sargi is the pre-dawn meal before the Karwa Chauth fast. Here is the full item checklist, a sample plate and what to go easy on.
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