Category : Culture


Hindu New Year Celebrated in Jamshedpur Amid Global Tensions

Jamshedpur witnessed vibrant celebrations for Hindu Nav Varsh, with devotees visiting temples for Chaitra Shukla Pratipada. Communities observed Ugadi and Gudi Padwa with traditional rituals, while global conflicts like the Israel-Iran war and Gulf tensio

Mahim Dargah Displays 600-Year-Old Quran in Annual Viewing

Mumbai's historic Mahim Dargah held its annual public viewing of a 600-year-old Quran, hand-calligraphed by Sufi saint Makhdoom Ali Mahimi. The rare manuscript remains in excellent condition, drawing hundreds of devotees for the sacred tradition.

Eid in India on March 21 as Crescent Moon Not Sighted

Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated in India on March 21, 2025, as the crescent moon was not sighted on March 20, marking the end of Ramadan. The announcement was made by religious authorities after moon-sighting committees across the country reported no visib

Three 5,000-Year-Old 'Fairy House' Tombs Found in Sardinia

Italian archaeologists have discovered three ornately decorated underground tombs in Sardinia, known as Domus de Janas or 'houses of the fairies.' These 5,000-year-old Neolithic burial chambers provide unique insights into prehistoric rituals and beliefs

Naivedya: Vedic Food Offering Tradition Explained

Explore the ancient Vedic practice of Naivedya or Bhog, where offering food to God transforms meals into sacred Prasadam, purifying food and fulfilling spiritual debts according to Hindu scriptures.

Pune Shops See Eid Rush for Traditional Ittar Oils

As Eid approaches, shops in Pune's Camp, Kondhwa, and Budhwar Peth are bustling with customers seeking traditional ittar perfume oils. From oudh to floral scents, these natural fragrances offer long-lasting aromas and unique blends, with prices ranging wi

Chaitra Navratri 2026: Spiritual Reset with Blessings

Explore the essence of Chaitra Navratri 2026, a Hindu New Year celebration. Discover over 75 devotional wishes, powerful mantras, and timeless quotes to share with loved ones during this nine-day festival of renewal and strength.

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