Akshaya Tritiya – Auspicious Day for Weddings

Akshaya Tritiya or Akha Teej, is considered to be an Auspicious day for Hindus in India. It is a day to start new ventures, buy something significant and most importantly a day for muhurat for marriages. In Urban India, this day is auspicious for buying jewellery. You will see many top jewellers offering schemes and discounts to attract customers. Culturally, this day has lot of religious significance. 

The importance and significance of Akshaya Tritiya- 

Akshaya means ‘eternal’ and Tritiya stands for ‘third day'. This day falls on the third day of the lunar fortnight of the Hindu month of Vaishakh (Baisakh), and hence the name. It is said that holy rites, rituals and acts of charity performed on this day bring unending Bliss, Grace, and Prosperity. The grand importance of this day roots back to Indian mythology. 

It is said that the God of wealth and the treasurer of all deities, Kubera, prayed to Goddess Lakshmi on this special day, and was granted a gift of perpetual wealth and prosperity. This is why this day is so auspicious for starting new business ventures like buying a new property or investing in Gold. The day is also important to get married, as it assures prosperity and benefits in a relationship. In many households, a day-long Kubera-Lakshmi puja is performed.

Mythological it is said that on Akshaya Tritiya the holy river Ganga descended on Earth from the heavens on this day. This is the day when the sage Parshuram, the sixth incarnation of Vishnu, was born. Also this day the Treta Yug, the period of the holy Ramayana, commenced. Hence its holy significance. Also on this very day the Guru Ved Vyasa initiated the recital of the great Indian epic Mahabharata before lord Ganesha.

Lord Krishna’s childhood friend Sudama, visited Dwarka to him and offered him a humble gift of poha (rice flakes). Therefore, Vaishnavas (worshippers of lord Vishnu) fast throughout the day and open their fasts with rice.

Significance for couples

According to a South Indian legend, Goddess Madhura got married to God Sundaresa (an incarnation of lord Shiva) on this day. Therefore, the couples who marry on this day are blessed with eternal prosperity and bliss, by the gods themselves. Akshaya Tritiya always sees an unprecedented rush in the number of marriages taking place in the India. There is an unmatched demand for venue bookings in the urban and rural cities of the country. 

The auspiciousness of this day arises from the belief that on this day, sun and moon are in their most radiant phase and, astrologically at an exalted position. It is believed that  couples with un-matched horoscopes can also get married on Akshaya Tritiya. The day washes away all the negativity of the charts and stars and there is a new beginning for the couple.

There are endless tales and legends that depict the divine virtues that are inherent in the day. In many states, mass community marriages are organized under a single mandap, on this day to help the brides and grooms with limited financial means.  

Bollywood Actors Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai got married on Akshaya Tritiya in year 2007. 

Akshaya meaning eternal or something that cannot be destroyed or never diminishes. Therefore, it is a popular belief that buying something as valuable as gold, on this day, will bring luck and prosperity. Therefore, Gold shopping is a popular activity on this day. If not jewellery, many people simply buy small gold coins with Goddess Lakshmi engraved on them.

Baraat and Baraati's

The Baraat or Wedding Procession is the highlight of all Indian weddings. The baraati's are usually the family members, friends and relatives who accompany the Groom to the Wedding venue. Baraat is all about fun, music, singing and dancing to the popular Bollywood beats. The Groom and his horse are covered in the finest with Groom's head adorned with a Turban and his face partially covered by the Sehra or the Floral Veil to add Royal touch.


The main focus of the baraat is the groom who is traditionally mounted on either a white horse or a horse-led carriage or in some cases an elephant.

In some cultures, the groom is accompanied by a younger sibling, called “sarbaala” who they say acts as his protector.Today most modern grooms prefer to travel in classic vintage cars which are decorated with flowers or ribbons.







A traditional  Baraat consists of a group of 12 or more musicians, usually a brass band, playing a number of instruments to the latest Bollywood hits. The smartly dressed brass band members are a part of the dancing and merry making. Adding to this are the Dhol beats playing for the bhangra loving baraatis.

The entourage may be accompanied by light bearers who carry portable lamps on their head. A beautiful display of fireworks contributes to the excitement and enthusiasm of the crowd. The instruments commonly played in a traditional brass band are trumpets,trombones, tubas, clarinets, cymbals, tabla, base drum and saxophones. On reaching the venue, the baraatis are welcomed with garlands, a spray of rose water and refreshments. The groom is welcomed with an aarti and led to the mandap, where his bride awaits.

Sindoor or the application of the Red Dot

The 'Sindoor' or the 'Vermillion' powder or 'Kumkum' signifies married. Its a symbol as of marriage like the engagement ring or mangalsutra for that matter. In a Traditional Hindu household, these two things are symbolic of a married women. Sindoor or the Red Dot is generally applied on the hair parting. It is said that a married women should adorn herself with Sindoor till she is married. Its an integral part of our Wedding Ceremony though nowadays many young boys and girls do not follow this tradition. 

According to Hindu mythology, it has been suggested by scholars that the red color imparts power and when sindoor is applied to the parting of the hair it symbolizes the energy of female divinity – Parvati and Sati. It is also believed that if a woman wears sindoor in her hair parting then Goddess Parvati will bless her husband with the longer life. Application of sindoor also wards off evil and invokes Goddess Parvati to safeguard their husbands. Applying sindoor is considered to be auspicious as it brings good fortune.

In earlier times, women preferred to prepare Kumkum or Sindoor at home. The sindoor is prepared using mercury, turmeric and lime. The mercury in the sindoor acts as a catalyst that eases stress and strain. It also helps in keeping the brain active and alert. So we have a scientific reason to apply sindoor as well. The Mercury not only keeps the Blood Pressure in check but also helps in controlling blood pressure, activating sexual drive and libidinal energy. 

Sindoor is not just used by the womenfolk of India. Even men, boys, girls and little children apply a dot of this powder on their forehead when they visit a temple or attend some religious function.

However, for married Indian woman, it's is almost compulsory to apply Kumkum 

Types of Indian Wedding - Maharashtrian Wedding

The Maharashtrian Marriage Rituals usually start in the mornings. Usually observed by the Marathis the entire wedding process be it a arranged or love marriage, starts with matching the horoscopes. Astrology plays a key role in Indian Weddings. After the family priest matches the gunas or horoscopes of Bride and Groom, the date is finalized for other ceremonies. 

The preparation of the wedding starts with Sakhar Puda. This is the first ritual of the wedding. As the marriage is finalized the bride-to-be is gifted a Red colored Wedding Sari along with a some sugar or Marathi sweets, by the groom’s family. This is usually symbolic to an informal Engagement of the couple.

After this a 'Puja' is performed at the respective houses of Bride and Groom called Kelvan Ritual. In this ceremony, both the families offer their prayers to their Kuldevta .

The Halad Chadavane or Haldi ceremony involves mango leaves that have been immersed in haldi paste. Its applied on the body of Bride and Groom. Haldi is considered auspicious and has been scientifically proved to have medicinal value. If applied in a form on paste, haldi improves complexion and reduces the affects of acne. This is followed by Ghana Bharne. Performed by Five Married Women grinding rice grains holding five sticks together.  The bride and her mother holds the sticks to give direction. Similar thing is performed by the groom’s mother at her place.

The Wedding Celebration of the Maharashtrian Wedding begins with a Ganapati Puja to seek blessings of Lord Ganesh. The Maternal Uncle walks the Bride to the Mandap where the main ceremony will take place. The Seeman Puja is conducted when the Groom arrives at the Wedding venue. The Bride's parents wash groom's feet as a sign of welcome, and shower him with gifts usually made of gold. 

At the Mandap a silk partition is created to separate the Bride and Groom. It  is said that Bride and Groom should not look at each other as it brings bad luck. Now the priest recites Mantras, and the antarpat (silk veil) dividing the Bride and Groom is removed for the couple to see each other. The guests shower the couple with akshata or unbroken rice grains as the couple exchange garlands. This is meant to bring luck to the newly weds. 

The Kanyadan ceremony is done by the Bride's parents. Her hand is given to the Groom formally and holy water is poured as the Priest chants vedic mantras. The Groom ties the Mangalsutra around the Bride's neck and finalizing the final act of marriage ceremony. In the Hindu traditions, Sndoor or Vermillion and Mangalsutra are true symbols of a married women. 

The Seven Vows or Satapadhi ritual is when the couple take seven vows or seven circles around the Sacred fire. The fire deity is appeased and the couple ask blessings.
After each circle around the fire, the Bride has to touch her right foot to a heap of rice. Seven heaps of rice for seven circles around the fire.

 The girl also has to touch seven small heaps of rice with her right foot.

The Karmasampati ritual is when the Bride’s father, along with the newly married couple, prays to the lord for his blessings. To add a dash of humor to the ceremony, sometimes bride’s father or brother playfully twist groom’s ear, reminding him of his responsibility towards the bride. All this is followed by a grand lunch to mark the completion of wedding ceremonies.

The Vidai or Varat ritual marks the emotional moment when bride bids goodbye to her family members and take steps towards her husband’s house. The Newlyweds proceed to their new home and the Groom's family welcomes the new member to her house. Aarti is done and blessings give as the Bride enters  her new home. She is considered the pride of the family now, who will bring success and prosperity to the family. Her entry in the new house is considered auspicious and she is welcomed in the family with full warmth and love. 

Advice for Intercultural Couples

Every marriage takes work, compromise and commitment. But in intercultural relationships you have to work harder. To adjust and to be accepted by family, culture is a challenge. But you should remember love precedes all.

Here's some advice for people who are taking the plunge, so to say:

-- It's never boring!!! That's the good news. There's always something to learn about. It's such a flavorful way to live life.

-- There will be lots of misunderstandings. Get over it. Accept it. Communicate!

--  Immerse yourself in your spouse's culture. Learn everything. Read books. Watch movies. Listen to them as they converse. Visit their homeland at least a handful of times. Observe the customs. Soak in. Don't hesitate to ask questions. Understand the significance of the customs and rituals followed. Mostly there is a science behind it. 

To make an effort to understand their culture is to respect it. In Indian Weddings daughter-in-laws are faced some of the following questions- 

• "Why do we touch elders feet?"
• "What do you call an elder then, if not by their given name?"
• "Why is there such a secrecy about boyfriend/girlfriend?"
• "Why can't a girl talk back to the elders?"

--  Their culture's way of dating is probably completely different than yours. Plus, a couple will have their own pace of dating based on that mixture of the individuals.

-- Get used to people staring. It gets worse when you have kids!

-- Your first focus is to strengthen your relationship. Everyone else will come around.

-- If your spouse's family doesn't approve of you - be patient. You're not going anywhere. Don't let it stress you out. They probably just don't approve of the idea of you. Your spouse's family is not your problem - let your spouse handle them.

--  Don't let your cultural differences define you. Accept and admire each others differences.

There are some fights that are mostly about differences in culture, but then there are some that are about goals, jobs, priorities, families, money, sex, personalities - know the difference.

-- Have a support system. Everybody in your life should be rooting for your relationship. And find new friends who are in intercultural relationships who can really get it.

--  Fact: you're a foreigner. You will always be seen as a foreigner. Accept it and use it to your advantage. Any effort you make to understand their culture will be appreciated. So if you want to get some positive points from you new mom-in-law then dress the way she likes. Learn to appreciate the delicacies of the different culture. Ask for recipes! Food is the best way to bond with the female relatives.
But you can play the "foreigner" card in situations that are unpleasant and you want to be left out of.

The one thing to beware of is that an intercultural relationship will not work if you care too much what other people think. You have to have the courage to be in an intercultural relationship. Overlook the stares and comments. Even from your own family members. If you are committed then you are in it for life!

Only worry about you and your partner. Anybody else you cannot control. Don't waste one single fight over external influences such as your In-Laws, family, friends or strangers on the street. It's not worth it. Don't give them the satisfaction. Some people will try to break you up, create drama, and make you upset.

Only you will get satisfaction from the fact that whatever others do, can never affect your relationship.

Tips to finding the right Partner

Choosing a partner with whom you can spend your life with is a rather important decision. In today’s modern day and age, Indian arranged marriages too, are conducted via rather unconventional routes. The existence of matrimonial websites has made it possible for brides and grooms to look for their better halves with relative ease. 

Before you start your hunt, you need to consider the following – 

Understanding who you are - It is important that before you interact with or meet with any potential life partner, you gain significant self awareness that allows you to grow into an honest and open minded individual. Start now, by working on your weaknesses so that you don’t need to impose any personal baggage on the new relationship. Be confident about your belief system and you will be able to attract towards yourself the perfect match.

Understand what you are Looking for in your Partner -Knowing what it is that you expect will help you avoid getting into a relationship with a person who eventually has different goals in life than yours. 

Ask the Right Questions - It is important that you go well beyond the conventional professional and hobby related questions to assess whether or not your potential partner suits you. Also, if you are a Manglik, it is best to clarify the same from the beginning. Also discuss factors such as ethics, spiritual belief systems and even dietary habits that can prove to be critical when you live together. 

Avoid making any Commitments with any individual before you really get to know him or her- Relationships often get clouded by physical intimacy. If you have moved on to the courtship stage, it is important that you work hard to really get to know the person. Getting to know your future partner deeply is excellent for a sustainable long term relationship.

Making the Families Meet - In an Indian matrimonial setting especially, it is important that the families get along as much as the couple does. Since you will most likely be living with your in laws or interacting with them on a very regular basis, it is critical that you and your own family get to know your partner’s family. Also understand if they have any inhibitions with regards to you or your partner being a Manglik. The elder’s of the family are always able to come up with practical solutions to such potential problems.

By spending enough time with your partner and his or her family, you can make informed assessments of your life together as husband and wife.

Finding a life partner can be quite a daunting task considering how it can affect your life. This article discusses how you can go about finding the perfect spouse for yourself.

Kundli Matching and Indian Wedding

Wedding season can get extremely overwhelming and confusing especially in an Indian scenario where the events are so elaborate and there is so much to take care from an event planning perspective as well as with respect to following all the rituals and traditions.


During this time of the year, you will notice that every open land or indoor banquet is adorned with colorful flowers, lights and motifs. Indian weddings are a grand affair and tend to keep even the extended family on their toes.

Wedding Costs- Depending on a number of factors, Indian weddings typically host parties of people between 300 and 1000 guests. Since the weddings are considered to be a very important even in one’s life, this big affair is one way of showing to their society the extent of one’s hospitality. Additionally, this extensive guest list is commonly hosted over multiple events that last over a week.




Significance of Kundli Matching- The first thing that happens in any Indian wedding scenario is the kundli matching. Here, the family priest determines whether or not the couple make a good match after comprehensively studying the astrological charts. Once the kundli matching process is complete, which also determines the suitable date of the matrimonial ceremony the wedding planning commences.

Interesting Facts about Indian Wedding Traditions–

• The invites are typically hand-delivered to the guests, to convey the importance of their attendance in the celebration. 
• The bright colors like red, pink and maroon are considered very auspicious in Indian tradition and that's the color Bride usually wears on her wedding day. 
• It is a common belief that the darker the color of the mehendi (henna) on the bride’s hands, the more care and love she will get from her mother-in-law! I am not sure how much its true about this. Also it is believed that the bride should not work or cook till her henna is completely faded. 
•  In a number of Indian communities, the varmala or jaimala ceremony is converted in a game so as to say, where the bride and the groom compete with each other on who puts the varmala easily. There is an entire fun and game where the siblings and other family members join in where the bride is lifted high enough so that groom struggles to put varmala. Its ofcourse all fun and once varmala is done, there is a lot of cheering and blessings from the elders. 
• Another common tradition in Indian weddings is when the sister’s of the bride hide a groom’s shoes while he sits in the wedding ceremony. He needs to then bargain with the family to get back his footwear. 

A typical Indian wedding consists of a number of rituals and events. Some of the most common Indian ceremonies include the mehendi ceremony, the sangeet ceremony, the baraat, the pheras followed by a reception. In addition to this there a number of smaller rituals those are conducted at the homes of the bride and groom depending on their familial beliefs and expectations from the elders.


Attending an Indian wedding can be quite an experience since each one feels like a grand celebration right out of the movies.

Attending an Indian wedding that is grand and full of rituals can be quite an overwhelming experience’s. Read this article to gain a basic insight into the great Indian wedding.

Interesting Indian Wedding Traditions

India is a diverse land that holds a myriad of traditions. Each community has their own unique rite of passage. While some may be endearing to learn about others can be purely strange. However, they all come together to form the wedding ceremony that celebrates the matrimonial unification of two souls. 

The Ascetic Groom 

Among the Tamil Brahmins, there is a matrimonial tradition where the groom is expected to pretend to become suddenly disillusioned and want to renounce worldly pleasures. He along with his friends, leave the wedding venue in a traditional dhoti, and the father and other relatives of the bride need to persuade him to return and accept the bride.

Abductions for Marriage 

In some very ancient Indian tribes, it was a norm that marriage can take place only by abduction. As per this tradition, the young man is expected to carry his lady away on his back, make sure she stays hidden for a year and then have a wedding ceremony that is automatically consented for by the parents of the bride. 

Contractual Weddings 

As 'untraditional' as it may sound, the Nagarattars of Tamil Nadu have a tradition right after the ceremonial tying of the Mangalsutra, where the fathers of both the groom and bride are expected to sign a document that states the marriage contract between the families. This contract is known as the isaivu padimaanam. 

Deeper the Color the More the Love

Every Indian bride applies mehendi on her hands and feet before she gets married. It is commonly believed that the deeper the color of the mehendi, the more her husband will love her. In some traditions, it is also believe that the color justifies the love between a mother in law and the bride. Bride’s are also forbidden from doing any housework till the mehendi remains in her hands.

Veiling the Groom 

In many parts of North India, the face of the groom is kept hidden with a floral veil with an aim to protect him from the evil eye. At some point of the wedding ceremony, a member of the bride’s family is permitted to lift the veil briefly to make sure that the groom is the chosen one. 

With so many enchanting matrimonial traditions and ceremonies, an Indian wedding is not only a manifestation of love between the bride and the groom, but also the attachments that are developed between each family member. 

The Indian wedding is a rather enchanting experience to have for those who aren’t familiar with its elaborate rituals and customs. This article talks about the different traditions that are followed in different parts of the country.

Romantic ways to propose

You may have spent months or even years interacting with different profiles on online matrimonial sites, and finally, you have found that one girl who makes you skip your heart beats and make your feet melt. Even though your relationship may have started rather unconventionally, complete with awkward conversations and a whole lot of apprehensions, you can change the dynamics by giving her one of the most special proposals.

While asking for her hand to marry you, you may consider using some of the following creative ideals to show how deeply you feel about her –

·      Fireworks

Who will not go weak in the knees when they see a beautiful display of colors exploring in the sky before them. You can have your friends to put up a firework display when you go down on your knees, or get in touch with a firework manufacturer who will be able to custom make one for you with a special message.

·     Candlelight Dinner – A rather classic and traditional way to pop the question, this may just turn out to be the most appropriate way to propose to someone you met on an online matrimonial site. You can take her to her favorite restaurant and request the staff to give you a quiet corner where you can have some privacy. Request them to play some of her favorite love songs and set the mood with candles.

·    Serenade your Love – Singing a song of love to the one you intend to spend the rest of your life with is probably the most heart melting experience a girl can have. You don’t need to write your own song, but just pick one that means something to the two of you. You can set the scene by making sure she is caught off guard with the song. However, it is best that you practice in advance relying on last minute preparation can have quite disastrous results. You can also consider altering a popular song to incorporate the proposal lyrics.

·     Plan a Treasure Hunt – An innovative way to propose is by setting up an intelligent treasure hunt of sorts which takes your lady love to different parts of the city to finally find you and a proposal waiting for her.

Considering the fact that you met your spouse on an online matrimonial site, chances are that she may already be expecting a proposal. This makes it all the more a reason to create a special occasion for her and give her a proposal that she will never forget!

As conservative as may sound to find your life partner on an online matrimonial site, you can help break the ice and start your life together on a highly romantic note by giving her the best proposal ever. Here are a few ideas you may steal! 

Planetary positioning and matrimonial dispositon

How does one envisage a Hindu marriage? Bountiful food, colorful attires, ornaments, celebrations, togetherness .However rituals and customs, rather customs undermine the whole marriage. What leads to a perfect arranged marriage are months and sometimes years of match making, a custom that is often mentally deteriorating on girls especially on ones who embody ‘Manglik or Mangal dosh’.

Being a Manglik becomes a big tussle in the settlement of marriage of a girl or a boy because it is considered to be the most important parameter in match-making. Marriages, at times, get abnormally delayed due to such problems.

Matching the stars –

Astrology is an integral part of the tradition of arranging marriages, it goes back to the days of Vedic scripts, and the purpose is solely to avoid the pain and trouble of joining ties with an unknown.’ Manglik dosh’ is one of the most dreaded drawbacks in the Vedic chart. Being a Manglik on both side of the gender can add to the age of marriage of the couples.

Who is a Manglik?

If the planet Mars is in some specific places in the house of their lunar chart then the individual has embodied ‘Manglik dosh’ in him/her. Being a Manglik depends upon the planetary position of the native in his/her Janma Kundali.

Legend has it that the power inherent in Vedic astrology understands masculine and feminine energies of relationships in matchmaking. When correctly understood, a clear picture of the relationship's future comes into focus. The kind and success of marriage depends upon the strength and position of planets.

Mystifying a Manglik:

Some popular myths:

·  Death of the husband or a close relative whom the Manglik girl ties the knot to.

·  Born on a Tuesday then you are naturally a Manglik and you are ruled by the planet Mars. 

·    A manglik girl is supposed to marry a tree before actually marrying a man.

As per astrologers the effects of Manglik Dosh can be negated with the help of astrological remedies with the application of Poojas, Mantras, Gemstones and Charities. And the remedies differ from individual to individual depending upon the horoscopes.

 Popularly disbelieved - Manglik theory for some strange reasons is only applicable on girls and enforces a belief that a Manglik girl can be responsible for her husband’s death. And girls are always blamed for anything that goes wrong in the life after marriage. Strange customs!

Thanks to some unskilled and improbable astrologers, belief in this science has been sinking, lack of clarity and understanding on this subject has made people ward off something less unscientific and irrational.

Anatomy of Matrimonial Websites

The age-old saying - "marriages are made in heaven" - appears to have become redundant now. Marriage may be sacramental but the modern day couples find their matches not anymore by the conventional ways, thanks to internet that have offer opportunities to speed date , explore and approach the possible groom or bride.

Online Matrimony is here for good!

A search on matrimony simply over the search engine will throw links of websites that are commercially operated on a business model that draws revenue from the bride and groom and from the business of selling ads.

Create your ID, subscribe for advanced search, find the right match and approach the girl/boy. These days’ marriage sites have platforms wherein couples can chat and interact with the person he or she likes. 

Almost 90 per cent of their revenue comes from user subscription fee, which ranges from Rs 3,290 to Rs 50,000 per quarter .Online matrimony not only rely only on subscription model for growth their business goes in to the length and breadth of the marriage ceremonies, many such websites offer end to end solutions to the customers.

Online matrimony business also requires continuous investment on customer acquisition, as the customer lifetime is on an average about six to nine months; therefore lot of emphasis is laid on customer acquisition.

Sustaining the folklore -

Matrimonial websites have been segmented not just considering Trans geographical/cultural dimensions but also by taking in to consideration astrological aspects. There are host of websites that specifically focus on the Manglik Matrimonial, where the matchmaking is made easier between Manglik boy and girl. Manglik Matrimonial in a way is a boon for the rather unfortunate youth who would have had a hard time finding their match through conventional ways. With a platform in place it’s easier to match Manglik prospects these days.

Heading skywards-

Online matrimonial websites is Rs.510 crore matrimony classifieds market with 2.2 million profiles uploaded per month. These websites work on a 50-70% margin.

Saving the grace of the business-

Considering the rising tide of divorces across urban India that could threaten the businesses of these websites, online matrimony portals have started to adopt innovative measures to imbibe values of a happy married life amongst the youth. Their services include counseling, offering free books on the dos and don'ts of a happy marriage through mailers and links to social media and blogs.

To Summarize: Matrimony websites can be deceitful, so be prudent and judicious while browsing matrimonial websites. Be alert; fix matches after making proper due-diligence. 

Planning the Perfect Manglik Matrimony

The families have met, the horoscopes have been matched, and all the necessary rituals to ward off the negative effects of the Manglik Dosha have been effectively performed. It is now time to start planning the wedding festivities, a time that brings great joy and also a lot of stress and anxiety with it. Before you get yourself all worked up and overwhelmed, make sure you have taken into consideration the following crucial factors to help you plan your wedding a lot better.

How much are you willing to spend?

The first step to planning your Manglik matrimony is to determine how much you are willing to spend on the events. The budget that you set aside for the wedding will help you define the scale of the events and the type of events that you wish to organize. Considering the elaborate nature of a quintessential Indian wedding, there are unlimited permutations and combinations of events that you can host and rituals that you can follow. Also, depending on your budget you will be able to negotiate deals with the various vendors that go into organizing a wedding party. 

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How many people do you wish to invite?

Depending on the number of people you wish to invite you will have to pick venues that accommodate your guest list comfortably. For example, even if a lot of your crowd may be rolling, so as to say, it is not recommended for you to try to fit in a crowd of 500 people in a venue that accommodates only 300. The length of your guest list will also determine how much your caterers will cost you as well as determine other variable costs that are liable to take place through the wedding.

When do wish to get married?

The wedding date in a Manglik matrimony is decided on multiple factors. Most traditional Indian families prefer to consult their priests for options of auspicious dates on which the couple can tie the known. Once the family priest has made the announcement of the most suitable dates, you need to shortlist venues which may be available on those dates and also factor in the above two considerations. If you are getting married during peak wedding season, it is likely that you may have to book your venue as early as one year in advance to get a desired venue.

Things to Consider on the Day of the Wedding –

--  Time is of great importance especially when in a Manglik Wedding you are required to abide by the auspicious hours for all the rituals and ceremonies that take place.

--   Also, it isn't good to keep your guests waiting to join in your celebrations.

-- Be prepared for everything beforehand. Don’t leave anything for the last minute. Procrastination will get you in trouble here. There are bound to be a million things to take care of on that very day itself, so consider planning in advance and delegate it to friends and family members in the hosting and management of the event. 

With good planning and consideration, there is no way that you will not be able to throw a successful wedding party that the couple and the guests will remember for life.

There are a lot of things that need to be taken care of while planning a Manglik wedding. This article gives you basic guidelines on effective wedding planning. 

Big Punjabi Weddings

There are a number of websites to find a Punjabi Matrimonial, in the swift and practical world today. They provide a perfect match for every Punjabi residing in India as well as overseas, in cities like London or Toronto. Parents usually stress over their child's marriage as these matrimonial websites help them find a perfect match of their preference. Be it music, religion, education, interests and hobbies or nature; there is a soulmate for every Punjabi now. 

Marriage has many facets and keeping that in mind, a series of options from good looks to good status and qualifications to disposition is provided. Having similar qualities and appropriating one another' s attitudes and behavior, is what moulds marriages and families. 

Punjabis are diverse in nature, yet versatile. The culture comprises meaningful rituals, traditions and beliefs. Keeping these cultural bounds in mind, certain compatible matches for you are looked for. Finding you the right match is their goal and there is assurity that, they will endow you with a "And they lived... Happily Ever After...”

A lot of promises are made. Albeit, these websites will certainly fulfill your expectations and promises. You will be glad, to have chosen such an online Internet facility as a medium of your "personal happiness".

The Perfect Solution to Manglik Punjabi's

There is a large number of Mangliks around the globe - Some are happily married and some are still looking for their soul-mates. Being a Manglik doesn't mean that you have to compromise in any way or manner. There is no need to contemplate, whether or not you will find a good partner. In fact, Mangliks consist 40% of the Indian population in this day and age. Finding a Punjabi Manglik will not mean any compromises or adjustments. These websites enhance your chances to find a life partner, without any difficulty - be it a Manglik or not. You can even choose certain profiles over others. You get a chance to select your own amicable prospects. There are good personified Manglik singles, belonging to well cultured families. It is an honor to find you the righteous and most suited partner from all over the globe.

Trust is  important in any relationship to succeed. These websites enable you to choose a partner, giving you options to look for a match staying in India or abroad - The choice is yours! They go an extra mile for you to understand a person through the personal data available. This will help you make sure your interests match your prospects' interests, thereon deliberating your likes or dislikes. 

Brian Tracy once said, "The quality of love and the duration of a relationship are in direct proportion to the depth of the commitment by both people to making the relationship successful. Commit yourself wholeheartedly and unconditionally to the most important people in your life." Specialized Punjabi Matrimonials thus, help you find a partner who would value your relationship, with significance and love.

Copious websites aide such help and due to the clutter of websites, each will try and comfort you with their credibility and worth, making impeccable matches.

Everyone goes home with a small love story and a happy ending! To summarize large number of Punjabi Matrimonial websites will seek partners for you, sharing similar interests and favourable family background. Along with a series of choices, they offer you the flexibility of finding a match staying in India or overseas.