Burning ghats of Benaras: In the holy city, death wears many faces, is both grand and mundane
Perched between the realm of god and men is Benaras or the ‘City of Light and Lore’ by the river Ganges, archaically known as ‘Kashi’. Its ghats shine blindingly with unwavering faith in something greater than the self, but now, spiritual corruption abounds in its lanes.
Festivities and food mark Teej in Nepal as festival of fertility enters second day
Teej is traditionally celebrated to honour Goddess Parvati's union with Lord Shiva.
Durga Saptashati: How a centuries-old epic shaped the spiritual backbone of Navratri
One of the integral parts of Navratri is the recitation of a centuries old text called the Durga Saptashati or the Devi Mahatamya. The Saptashati (700 verses) has influenced what we know today of Goddess Durga
Navratri special: How the Durga Saptashati shaped our knowledge of the goddess
One of the integral parts of Navratri is the recitation of a centuries old text called the Durga Saptashati or the Devi Mahatamya. The Saptashati (700 verses) has influenced what we know today of Goddess Durga