In Nepal, Bhai Dooj is called Bhai Tika and is an important part of Tihar, the local version of Diwali. Sisters place seven-colored tilaks on their brothers' foreheads and recite prayers to ensure ...

Tihar kicks off with Kaag Tihar ... The festivities continue with Gobhardhan Puja, honoring oxen, and culminate in Bhai Tika, ...

Nepalese observe Bhai Tika, during which sisters pay respect to their brothers and wish them a safe and good life, on the fifth and final day of the Tihar Festival. Source: AFP / PRAKASH MATHEMA ...

This festival of Bhaiya Dooj is also called Bhai Tika, and Yama Dwitiya. On this day, sisters apply Roli and Akshat on their brother's forehead and wish for a long life. This year, there is ...