Most Hindus believe it to be the home of Ganga, Goddess of Wisdom, and the sacred soul of the river Ganga. According to popular Hindu legend, it was here that Goddess Ganga descended when Lord Shiva ...

In Sanskrit, Ganga refers to the Ganga goddess (the personification of the River Ganges) in Hindu mythology, and purna means ...

Kolkata's festive season sees pollution rise with Durga Puja immersions, green crackers, and lax enforcement of environmental ...

The Ganges is considered the holiest river in Hinduism. Bathing in its waters is believed to purify the soul. Known as the ‘Ganga of the South,’ Godavari is worshipped for its purifying properties and ...

Dev Deepawali, the Diwali of Gods, will be celebrated on November 15, 2024. This festival commemorates Lord Shiva's victory ...

Dev Diwali is not just a standalone festival; it marks the culmination of the Ganga Mahotsav, which begins on Prabodhini ...

Purnima has its great importance in Hindu religion. According to Hindu Panchang ... Many devotees visit various Ganga Ghats ...

According to Hindu tradition, the festival commemorates ... The aarti is offered to Goddess Ganga, thanking her for her continuous blessings and requesting her to purify their souls.

In the Hindu epic, Mahabharata doesn't mention about ... This event happens at Ganga-dvara, which some people believe is Haridwar today. The epic does not mention Sati, who in popular lore is ...

A Muslim body also issued a fatwa against Naseem Solanki, who is contesting the Uttar Pradesh Assembly bye-polls on November ...

As the third day of Chhaat Puja falls on November 7, here are the auspicious timings and shubh muhurat. Shashthi Tithi: From ...