Generation I is all set to become internet savvy like its predecessors but what is interesting to note is that generations x, y and z are all hooked zealously to mobile phones. Why, even the baby boomer generation considers it to be an indispensable gadget.They also make ideal gifts for special occasions like festivals, birthdays and anniversaries. The onset of the rakhi festival is marked by the purchase of exclusive gifts for sister and mobile phones top the list of gifts. There could not be a better gift for sister than the mobile phone, more so if she doesn’t own one.

Mobile phones embedded with exclusive features, and loaded with choicest games make ideal rakhi gifts. Mobile phones as rakhi gifts may be made special with a suitable connection that offers student, plans and other appropriate schemes.

Mobile phones presented as rakhi gifts is bound to be received warmly, as they are not merely handy but a thoughtful gift for a sister who deserves only the best.

By: Amrith K.A.

Best Selling Mobile Phones in India:

Nokia 7610 Supernova

Nokia E75

Sony Ericsson W580i

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Rakhi is a much awaited Indian festival which is incomplete without its rituals. There are several customs and traditions associated with rakhi and gifting is one of them. Rakhi gifts are included in a wide miscellany and there are exclusive gifts for sister, ranging from curios, to jewelry and other exclusive rakhi gifts.Apparels like kurti, sarees or the very Indian salwar kameez make ideal rakhi gifts. The gifting occasion arises after the rakhi is tied. It is customary for brothers to present occasion specific gifts. But of late, the rakhi gifts category is swollen with a wide range of presents that need not necessarily be rakhi return gifts.

Present age gifting option also includes custom made gifts like personalized mugs, apparel and other curios. Personalized rakhis deserve gifts with a personal touch. So choose from a wide range of gifts and add panache to rakhi return gifts this year.

By: Amrith K.A.

Best Rakhi Apparel Gifts in India:

Tilak Butta Saree

Black Kurti

Hand Block printed suit

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Rakhi- the festival that commemorates the ‘brother sister’ bond is celebrated with much gaiety all over India. It is one of the few Indian festivals that have crossed religious and geographic boundaries. Most Indians do observe this traditional festival.The festival not only calls for ‘tying of the sacred thread’ but also involves the exchange of special gifts. Rakhi return gifts are meant for the thoughtful sister and Jewellery tops the long list of options.

The cultural disparity in India is symbolized by traditional jewellery of a specific geographic region. Depending on the region, brothers may buy appropriate jewellery as return gifts. Online marts are profuse with gold, silver and imitation jewelry. Besides gold and other authentic forms, junk or imitation jewellery are easily affordable and the latest fad among youngsters. They make ideal rakhi return gifts. What`s more, they are not tradition bound and offer a wide miscellany to choose from; thereby adding panache to the gifting experience.

This raksha Bandhan log on to online shopping marts and get the best deals in jewellery of all types. Be it the traditional jewellery with intricate work or the light and urbane jewellery apt for a contemporary attire, online marts will spoil you for choice.

Infibeam is one such shopping portal that offers customers the best in products, services and prices. Avail the best deals this rakhi and be rest assured that your thoughtful gift is received with much enthusiasm.

By:Amrith K.A.

Best Selling Jewellery Gifts in India:

Unique Gift Hamper

Set Of Six Pendants

women Bracelet Gift

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Rakhi festival is a much awaited festival, more so for people in the northern part of India where Rakhi is celebrated with much aplomb. Rakhi celebration is incomplete without the rakhi thali and rakhi sweets. Rakhi gifts are integral to the celebrations and what better way to augment the experience than by adding vigor to the different types of rakhi gifts.Two days before the celebration; the household spruces up for the festival. Rakhi thalis are either bought or made at home. Usually there are permanent thalis made of steel or copper, decorated with color paper. Fresh swastika symbol is drawn and shiny stones are stuck at the border. On the d-day the ‘rakhi thali’ is decorated with flowers. Vermillion and rakhi are placed on it and the rakhi thali is placed in God`s room. It is brought out after lighting the diya; just before the ceremony.

Special rakhi sweets may be prepared at home or procured from sweet stalls that bustle with activity at the onset of the festive season. Exchanging gifts is integral to the celebration and exclusive gifts like rakhi hampers are procured. The rakhi hampers are always an assortment of impeccable goodies that are bound to make the recipient smile.

So this rakhi, make the most of the traditional festival. Buy exclusive rakhis and rakhi hamper and enjoy the festival to the hilt.

By: Amrith K.A.

Rakhi Celebrations in India:

Fancy Handcrafted Shree Rakhi

Badam Basket

Kesaria Mawa Barfi Sweets

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Rakhi-the Indian festival that commemorates the ‘brother-sister’ bond is fast approaching and what better way to spruce up for the big day than by buying appropriate rakhi gifts. Rakhi return gifts for sister are indeed worthy of mention as there are a host of appealing gifts especially meant for a sister who means the world to her brother.The traditional festival is marked by tying the rakhi on the brother`s wrist, followed by a display of his generosity and love. Rakhi return gifts are a symbol of his generosity and thoughtfulness. Rakhi return gifts may include jewellry, chocolates and a host of attractive combos.

Infibeam .com has some really nice rakhi return gifts. They include electronics, jewelry, soft toys, apparel, exclusive gift certificates and much more. These exclusive gifts for sister are embellished with flowers, chocolates or delectable sweet that add ingenuity to the presents. Perfumes, watches, handbags and their enticing combo packs make for very good rakhi return gifts.Besides this, the Infibeam gift card with varying denominations and other gift certificates may be sent to sisters on Raksha Bandhan. Sisters may also buy rakhi gifts which may be complemented with exquisite rakhis.

The rakhi festival is much awaited in most Indian households as the spirit of the festival is easy to imbibe. Lap up the festive-spirit and all that it has to offer. This Rakhi day, make your sister feel special by sending her exclusive rakhi return gifts.

By: Amrith.K.A

Special Gifts For Sisters in India:

Trendy Handloom silk

Titan Fastrack

Charlie Gold Perfume

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Rakhi hampers are the new age gifting mantra for the much awaited rakhi festival. Although a contemporary idea, these gift hampers have been immaculately incorporated into the traditional festival. As the rakhi festival approaches, gift shops profuse with rakhis and rakhi gifts are a common sight. Once purchased, the rakhi is placed on a rakhi thali, decorated with flowers, tilak and the diya which completes the platter. Likewise, rakhi gifts are nice when they are complemented with suitable add-ons. Rakhi hampers include, besides the rakhi, other gifts like chocolates, soft toys etc as the add-ons.The person receiving the gift may be special, therefore make the gifts as special by splurging on exclusive rakhi gift hampers. Did you ever wonder what the rakhi hampers contain? Well there is a plethora of choices as rakhi and chocolates, special dry fruit hamper, assorted chocolate box, rakhi chrono-watch gift set for brother and a wide range of delectable mithai to choose from, almost make up the category of rakhi hampers. Choosing the ideal one may be a problem as one is spoilt for choices in this category of gift hampers. What's more, custom made rakhi hampers are the latest rage.The exclusive range of rakhi hampers is set to enthrall you with myriad choices. Customers are bound to be spoilt for choice this Raksha Bandhan. Do not settle for simple gifts, instead choose gift hampers. You may send rakhi hampers to India by opting for any of the fast delivery options; internet being one of the most reliable. If you have decided to send rakhi hampers to India then do so, by the best service available that does not compel you to compromise.

By: Amrith K.A.

Popular Rakhi Hampers in India:

Badam Basket

Teddy With Rocher Kid Gift Hamper

Rakhi Celebration

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Pictures carry timeless appeal and are memories frozen in time. When photos are combined with gifts, the result is a truly appreciated, treasured, and unforgettable belonging. The favorite online gifts site Picsquare.com understands how deeply human feelings are attached to gifts and has introduced a magnificent range of personalized and pre-designed gifts suitable for every occasion. For the festival of Raksha Bandhan this year, Picsquare.com has introduced a new concept in the form of customized photo rakhi.

"Raksha Bandhan is a unique Indian festival with a singular meaning. Conveying the right message of dutiful and devoted feelings through our personalized and pre-designed gifts is the fundamental principle of Picsquare.com Our latest addition of photo rakhi and photo chocolates will add to the sanctimonious fervor of the occasion." says Kartik Jain, co-founder of Picsquare.com.

The process for creating a customized rakhi is very simple. Shoppers can simply login to their Picsquare account and upload their favorite photograph which they would like to appear on the rakhi. A personalized rakhi will truly grasp the sentiments of the receiver and will make it a cherished and beloved symbol.

Keeping in line with its commitment of introducing new gifts from time to time, Picsquare.com has launched yet another unique gift called photo chocolate. This remarkable gift is actually an edible photo frame made from chocolate with a favorite photograph scanned on it. Edible colors are used for printing confirming to US FDA & EU standards.

Alongside, Picsquare has introduced another unique concept in the form of rakhi greeting cards, photo rakhi mugs, and rakhi photo books for Raksha Bandhan. Shoppers can also avail of a brilliant promotional offer in the form of a gift certificate worth Rs. 150/- which entitles them to a Rs. 150/- discount on purchases of Rs. 750/- or above. Users simply need to enter the promotional code FREE150GC to avail of this offer once per order on multiple orders. This voucher is valid till 9 August 2009. So, shoppers can commence their shopping right away and make the most of this brilliant offer!

A stupendous range of rakhis is also available from Infibeam.com. Shop for a splendid array of rakhis like zardosi rakhi, kids rakhi, bhaiya-bhabhi rakhi, rakhi thali, rakhi gifts, return gifts, and a lot more with free shipping options in India, USA, Canada, UK and other countries.

About Picsquare.com & Infibeam.com:
Picsquare.com is a market leader in online photo printing and customized gifts. Personalized products such as photo greeting cards, collage posters, photo-books, t-shirts from Picsquare are ideal gifts for special events such as birthdays and festivals.

Infibeam.com is an exciting new shopping destination online. With novel search and navigation, detailed product descriptions, crisp images and best customer service, the team at Infibeam.com is dedicated to providing customers with an supreme shopping experience right at your doorstep. Choose the product you want and leave the rest to Infibeam.com.

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Come August and India spruces up for a prominent National festival and an equally important traditional festival. Raksha Bandhan is indeed a much awaited event, more so, if it calls for a family get-together. Often, one may send rakhi to Bangalore to make up for the absence on a special occasion such as this.Mithai, gifts, flowers and the sacred vermillion are an integral part of the Rakhi thali. In Bangalore the main highlight of the festival is the tying of the sacred thread. Although it is customary for sisters to visit the parental home where generally a get-together is organized, they may sometimes fail to do so. This is when they opt to send rakhi to Bangalore through posts or courier.

The rakhi thus sent is then tied to the brother's wrist by a close family member or friend. Internet has opened up various other options to send rakhi to Bangalore. With advanced delivery options, the online means of sending rakhi is by far the easiest in order to send rakhi to Bangalore or anywhere in India and abroad. Lap up the facility if you are contemplating the option to send rakhi to Bangalore.

By: Amrith K.A.

Best Selling Rakhi Thali in Bangalore:

Designer Pooja Thali

Designer Rakhi Thali with Kajukatli

Traditional Rakhi Thali

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Raksha Bandhan is an Indian festival that is celebrated with a lot of sentiment and emotion in India and in many other parts of the world. For this reason, rakhi is celebrated in distant Canada too.Canada has attracted migrants from India for many years now. The sizeable NRI population there has maintained its cultural and traditional identity even while embracing Canadian society and playing an important role in the economy there. Rakhi, along with other Indian festivals are celebrated with the same spirit as they are celebrated back home in India. First generation Indian immigrants have passed on the cultural significance of the festival to second and third generation Indians born there. Though many of them are now Canadian citizens, they celebrate the festival with the same zeal.

A few weeks before Rakhi, sisters living in India send rakhi to Canada to their brothers residing there. As this festival also welcomes members of the extended family, even cousins and other well meaning individuals with brotherly feelings gracefully accept rakhis from their sisters and cousins. The rakhis are usually accompanied by auspicious items like some rice grains, betel nuts, some nuts and dry fruits.

Since the distances involved are large, rakhi packets are usually sent much in advance to avoid the last minute postal rush. For people living in Canada, receiving rakhis from far away India is a very nostalgic affair. People usually follow up with phone calls and rakhi return gifts to express their appreciation and gratitude.

By: Amrith K.A.

Send Rakhi to Canada:

Zardosi Diamond Rakhi

Om Circle Rakhi

Green Diamond Rakhi

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The Rakhi puja thali is the centre of attraction during Raksha Bandhan celebrations. It adds a traditional element to the festivities. There is a plethora of the traditional rakhi thali available in the market today. The rakhi puja thali is akin to prayer thali used in offering prayers to deities.The rakhi thali comprises a rakhi, diya, vermillion, sandalwood paste and rice coated with the vermillion. The styles and designs may vary completely depending on the ingenuity of the person crafting it. There are several occasions when the rakhi is prepared at home. Earlier the rakhi thali was nothing elaborate, but a normal platter with the diya and vermillion. But later on, the styles varied and new and contemporary embellishments got added on to the rakhi thali. However, there is a plethora of rakhi thali available in the market today and ones with separate stands and containers that hold the roli, diya, and sweets are hugely popular.

The decoration inside the rakhi thali can be varied yet the symbols of the 'swastika' and Lord Ganesha in the centre of the thali are mandatory. There are different types of rakhi thali depending on the type of decorative used, like floral thali, dry fruits thali, roli and turmeric thali and thali with beetal leaves.

Rakhi thali has a special meaning if it has a personal touch to it. So make the Rakhi Puja thali really special by adding a personal note, message or an assortment of thoughtful gifts. This Raksha Bandhan, get a rakhi thali and add the ornamentation of your choice to add a dash of style to the rakhi celebration.

By: Amrith K.A.

Best selling Rakhi Thalis in India:

Swastik Pooja Thali

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Designer Dry Fruits Rakhi Thali

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Gold has always been a signification of merit and virtue, and its value has remained unblemished and undiminished over the centuries. Gold rakhi can be counted as unique amongst all rakhis not only because of its price, but because of the values that gold represents. Tying a gold rakhi is an elegant way of saying that one’s brother truly has a heart of gold. It's yet another way of saying that a royal brother gets a royal treat in the form of a gold rakhi on this auspicious occasion.It is not exactly known when the tradition of tying a gold rakhi came into existence. Many conjecture that the royalty in India would follow this convention. With the passing of time, this tradition has been adopted in many conventional families.

Normally two types of gold rakhi are available - the first kind involves gold plating which is not so expensive, and the second type involves a small quantity of actual gold that can be slightly expensive compared to other rakhi varieties. Popular varieties include handcrafted gold plated rakhis with American diamonds, traditional bracelet rakhis, two diamond rakhis, and many more.

A few weeks before the festival, sisters residing abroad send rakhi to India to their brothers living here. Some sisters prefer to send gold rakhi to India, and with the advent of the internet, it has become very simple to send gold rakhi to India. You also can send gold rakhi to India as it is becoming a very popular way of expressing your feelings for your beloved brother.

By: Amrith K.A.

Send Gold Rakhi to India:

Gold Family Rakhi Set

Bracelet Gold Rakhi

Lord Ganesha Gold Rakhi

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Traditionally in India, sisters tie a rakhi to their brothers as a mark of sisterly affection towards them. In return the brothers reaffirm their vows to protect their sisters from any harm that could befall them. The rakhi also symbolizes the inseparable bond between brothers and sisters and the significance of sibling love that begins at birth and continues for a lifetime.

When brothers get married, the tradition of sisters tying rakhi to their wives is also prevalent in some parts of India. Thus sisters tie rakhi to their bhaiya (brother) and their bhabhi (brother's wife) as well. Such rakhis are also called lumba rakhi. Sisters naturally have a special feeling for their brothers and after the brothers get married, their feelings extend to their bhabhi too. Bhaiya-Bhabhi rakhis come in various colours and designs and the rakhi for the bhabhi is usually smaller than the bhaiya’s rakhi.

The lumba rakhi signifies the depth of joint family relationships. When the sister ties a rakhi to her sister-in-law, this experience teaches both of them to live with deeper understanding between each other and cast petty matters aside.

Now sisters can also send bhaiya-bhabhi rakhi to India by logging onto credible websites such as Infibeam.com and choose from a wide catalog of bhaiya-bhabhi rakhis available online. Chose the best bhaiya-bhabhi rakhi online and deepen the bond that you share with your sister-in-law that will last for a life-time.

By: Amrith K.A.

Send Bhaiya Bhabhi Rakhis To India:

Bhaiya-Bhabhi Rakhi Pair

Zardosoi Bhaiya Bhabhi

Bhaiya Bhabhi Rakhi Set

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Rakhi is a big festival in the city of dreams- Mumbai. It is popularly known as Nariyal Purnima Festival or Coconut Full Moon, especially by the people living near Mumbai's famous beaches. Rakhi festival is also celebrated with the traditional touch. This raksha Bandhan, send rakhi to Mumbai and make the festival truly special.During Rakhi festival, along with the festivities, unique ceremonies are carried out in order to appease Lord Varuna or the Hindu sea of God. On Rakhi day, as a mark of respect to the sea, fishermen decorate their boats with vibrantly colored flags and take it to the seas. They row their boat and sing songs of praise. After worshipping the coconut they immerse it in the sea as an offering to Lord Varuna.

Apart from this, there is a special Rakhi carnival organized. Hindi film stars add glitz and glamour to the event by participating in the carnival. This does not however put the quintessential rituals of rakhi in the backburner, as the most colorful and elaborate rakhis first make it to the stalls in Mumbai. Those who are separated from their brothers often make it a point to send rakhi to Mumbai through courier service or the internet.

Rakhis are seen adorning the stalls and are later seen beautifying intricately designed rakhi thalis. Rakhi return gifts are customary and brothers spend a great deal of time choosing them. So, if you are unable to reach Mumbai, in time for the festivities, do send rakhi to Mumbai and make up for your absence. Happy Raksha Bandhan!

By: Amrith K.A.

Send Rakhi To Mumbai:

Handcrafted Shree Rakhi

Bhaiya-Bhabhi Rakhi Pair

Harry Potter Kids Rakhi

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