NEW DELHI (AP) — Leaning on his 10-armed creation, Govind Nath is ready to breathe life into the Hindu goddess Durga, a beloved deity who will be revered by tens of thousands of worshippers during the ...

Jagannath, worshipped primarily in Odisha, is a mysterious deity whose origins are steeped in tribal and Vedic syncretism. Unlike typical anthropomorphic gods, Jagannath’s wooden idol has a block-like ...

When we talk about laddoos, they are not just sweet treats, they are a symbol of celebration, joy, and togetherness during festivals across India. From Diwali to Ganesh Chaturthi and Makar Sankranti, ...

Between the second and sixth centuries, a series of pandemics destabilized the Roman empire. The first of these was the Antonine Plague, between 165-180 AD, and the second was the Plague of Justinian, ...

Goddess Ekadashi appeared to destroy demon Mura and protect Lord Vishnu. Observing Utpanna Ekadashi brings divine blessings, ...

Stand on the banks of the Ganga as the lamps drift over the water at dusk, or hear the temple bells echo through a mountain pass, and you will feel it. India is not just a place where gods are ...