It is a no hidden fact that people in India love to play card games during the festive season. With a long festive season – Dhanteras, Choti Diwali, Diwali, Govardhan Pooja, and Bhaiya Dooj – coming later this week, the festivities and jubilation amongst Indians are observed on a different parallel altogether. While some play cards, some burst crackers, some go for an extended vacation, while some are at home and revel in peace! Diwali Diet Tips 2018: How to Enjoy Sweets This Festive Season If You Have Diabetes.

If you are wondering how to play card games, or if you are a newbie to different types of card games played in India; well, you need not worry anymore. You can find out some of the most entertaining and exciting card games that people play in India.

So, if you are not aware of the same, you need not worry. As the festival of Diwali nears, we bring you a list of card games that you can play with your friends and family during this festive season. Diwali 2018 Date Calendar for India: When Is Dhanteras, Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj? Get Complete Deepavali Holiday Dates.

1. Teen-Do-Paanch (3-2-5) or Saat-Aath (7-8)

One of the most simple card games, Teen-Do-Paanch and Saat-Aath, is your go-to game if you are a newbie to the world of playing cards. However, if you are playing Saat-Aath, only two players can play the game; whereas, if you are playing Teen-Do-Panch, only three players can play with a pack of cards.

2. Bluff / 420

The game has many names to it; while some call it ‘bluff’, others refer it to as ‘420’. Another easy game, one has to con their opponents by playing wrong cards and fake-call the move. It gets interesting with the increased number of packs of cards. The good thing is any number of players can play the game, given the number of cards made available.

3. Ship

The game is a bit tactical. One has to carefully play the game and make pairs as per the different circumstances that come to the fore in the game. Two players can play the game, which is played in two versions, i.e. 40 points, and 100 points.

4. Rummy

Making a sequence of four cards of the same suit is compulsory. It can be more or less too; however, a minimum of four is a must! The game is fun for those people who love to play strategy games. A popular online version of Rummy game has gone viral, too, in recent times. However, playing it in person and with the cards, is a different feel altogether!

5. Judgement

This game is a real gem in the card-playing world. Not many people are aware of it. As many as six players can play with a pack of cards. It is an excellent game where the luck and the mind play equal effect in its final result. A round of the game takes near 45-60 minutes to complete. However, you can stop it mid-way too.

6. Poker

Who doesn’t love to play Poker! A bit of luck and lots of brains, or lots of brains and a bit of luck? What drives an individual to win in the game of Poker? Well, there a lot of factors that get into it. Even if you are not an expert, the game is no different for a newbie too. A little bit of presence of mind and a good hold of the rules is what you need to revel!

7. Teen Patti

And talking about card games and not mentioning Teen Patti would be a bit of injustice. Another game of cards that has taken the virtual world by storm is Teen Patti. The game of Teen Patti is only fun until you play it within boundaries. With the consistent win and losses in the game, one might get tempted to involve a lot of money in it, which is where it would spoil the fun.

If you are planning to indulge yourself in card games this Diwali season, make sure to try those mentioned above. As they say, family time is one of the best times one can have. Well, what better it can get if you can make it a bit more jovial by adding a deck of cards to it. PS: Elder members in the family love card games the most. Looking to impress them; you have your list of games with you now.

Note: We at LatestLY do not promote any illegal activity, gambling or sorts in any form. The above-mentioned card games can be well played without the involvement of money. The following list of card games are only a means of entertainment and spending some quality time with your family and nothing else!

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Nov 05, 2018 08:49 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).