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http://www.diwaligifts2indians.com – Diwali is celebrated in Bihar with as much pomp and splendor, as in the other states of India. The festivities go on for five days starting with Dhanteras or Dhanatrayodashi. In Bihar this day is dedicated to Dhanvanthri the physician of the gods. Legend has it that he emerged with the 'Amrita' or nectar of immortality during the 'Samudra Manthan'. It falls on the thirteenth lunar day of Krishna Paksha in the Karthik month of the Hindu calendar. Dhan means wealth and Dhanteras is essentially a day dedicated to worship of Goddess Laxmi. It holds more significance for the business community. Read »