Ritual
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Veerabhadra to Kamakhya: 7 most mysterious temples of India
From the Temple of Rats to the Hanging Pillar, delve into the secrets of Karni Mata, Veerabhadra, Kamakhya, and more. Unravel the mystique within India's sacred sanctuaries
Travel NewsJun 30, 2023, 12:33 PM IST
Pandharpur Wari: Maharashtra's Largest Religious Pilgrimage!
Join the faithful on Maharashtra's largest religious pilgrimage, Pandharpur Wari, and immerse yourself in the divine atmosphere of devotion and spirituality. This article explores the significance of Pandharpur Wari, its rituals, traditions, and the fervour of millions who participate in this grand religious procession.
IndiaAug 21, 2020, 1:56 PM IST
In spite of coronavirus protocols, UP Shia cleric wants to defy ban on Muharram rituals
Uttar Pradesh Shia cleric Maulana Kalbe Jawad Naqvi has given a call to defy the Lucknow Police Commissionerate’s order on blanket ban on all Muharram rituals in the wake of COVID-19 protocols
IndiaJul 7, 2020, 7:40 PM IST
No place to cremate bodies, Hindus in Pakistan forced to bury the dead
Cremating the dead is believed to be the last rite of the 16 fundamental rituals of Hinduism. Burning of the dead is considered an offering to the gods.
Culture ShaukFeb 5, 2020, 4:06 PM IST
The Rich History Of Brihadeeswarar Or Big Temple In Thanjavur
After 23 years, the 6th mega consecration ceremony also known as Kumbabishekam took place today at the Brihadeeswarar Temple or the Big Temple in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. The last event held in 1997 was delayed by a day as a massive fire engulfed the yagasalai leading to the death of 40 people in a stampede. The rituals were carried out both in Tamil and Sanskrit, after the court ordered to hold rituals and pujas in accordance with the agama principles. A team of Odhuvars recited the Thevaram, Thiruvasagam, Thirumurai and other hymns in Tamil during the consecration. Let’s find out more about the rich history of this famous Hindu temple in this episode of Culture 'Shauk' with Sunita Iyer.
CultureNov 22, 2019, 4:11 PM IST
The Significance Of The Spiritually Uplifting Ganga Aarti Ritual
Every evening, as dusk descends, the Ganga Aarti is performed at the three holy cities of Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Varanasi in India. It's a very powerful and uplifting spiritual ritual. But how many of you’ll know the meaning and importance of the Ganga Aarti?
IndiaNov 17, 2019, 11:30 AM IST
Women who tried to enter Sabarimala not sent back but returned after learning temple rituals: PB Nooh
Amidst reports of 10 women who tried to enter Sabarimala temple on November 16, district collector PB Nooh said that they returned on their own after learning of the temple rituals. The women returned from the Pamba base that is 6 km from the temple.
IndiaNov 2, 2019, 12:12 PM IST
Chhath Pooja: Devotees celebrate ancient Hindu Vedic festival with fervour
Chhath Pooja is an ancient Hindu Vedic festival historically native to the Indian subcontinent. The festival is to worship the Sun God and the rituals are rigorous and are observed over a period of four days.
Lifestyle NewsOct 17, 2019, 7:39 PM IST
Karwa Chauth: Significance of fasting during the festival
Watch the video to know the significance of fasting during the Karva Chauth festival
IndiaOct 4, 2019, 7:23 PM IST
Deep Dive with Abhinav Khare: All about gyan, gunas, karma, dharma in Bhagvad Geeta
Abhinav Khare deep dives into the third chapter of the Bhagvad Geeta deciphering the concept of knowledge (gyan), actions (karma), qualities (gunas) and duties (dharma), which abide by an all-encompassing ideology of various rituals and moral behaviour
Lifestyle NewsSep 5, 2019, 4:36 PM IST
8 things Indian brides wished they knew about wedding night
Every Indian bride has to go through the first night ritual at a new place and the pressure can be daunting. But it doesn’t necessarily have to be this stressful. Here’s why:
IndiaAug 25, 2019, 1:25 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh Muslim police officer performs Krishna Janmashtami puja
Captain NM Baig, attached to the Janpad Police station in Uttar Pradesh, performed puja of Lord Krishna on the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami and spread the message of religious harmony
IndiaAug 14, 2019, 11:14 AM IST
Hyderabad’s Chilkur Balaji Temple launches 'Jatayu Army' for protection of girls, women
To mark the symbolic launch of the Jatayu Sena (Army), special rituals were performed on sacred threads that were tied on the wrists of women and girls in Chilkur Balaji Temple, Hyderabad.
IndiaAug 2, 2019, 9:55 AM IST
Unnao rape survivor accident: Uttar Pradesh Congressmen perform rituals for the deceased
The Unnao rape survivor met with an accident that killed two people. On Thursday, Congressmen from Uttar Pradesh performed rituals for the souls of the departed.
IndiaJul 4, 2019, 12:57 PM IST
Same-sex marriage: Cousin sisters enter into wedlock at Varanasi temple
The girls were wearing jeans and t-shirts and wore a red dupatta on their head as worn by the brides. The priest solemnised the marriage and those visiting the temple watched the ritual in awe