Culturally, the immersion is a vibrant display of devotion, showcasing colorful processions and festivities.
The celebrations also emphasize environmental consciousness, with efforts made to use eco-friendly materials for the idol.
Kedarnath Temple, located in the Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India, is a prominent Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva.
In compliance with a High Court order, permission for immersions in Hussainsagar has been denied.
The festival combines devotion, cultural expression, and community spirit, making it a vibrant and cherished occasion in Hindu tradition.
The Kanipakam Temple, located in Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, is renowned for its ancient deity, Varasiddhi Vinayaka Swamy.
Krishna Janmashtami is a vibrant and joyous festival celebrated across India to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. This year, Krishna Janmashtami falls on August 26. The festival is marked by devotional activities and elaborate decorations, especially in places like Mathura and Vrindavan, which are closely associated with Krishna’s life.
Raksha Bandhan, a cherished Hindu festival, celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters with deep affection and significance. In 2024, Raksha Bandhan will be observed on Monday, August 19. This festival, held on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravana, is a time for families to come together and honor their unique relationships.
Nearly 200 pilgrims are stranded in Kedarnath following a cloudburst that triggered a landslide in the region. On Wednesday, the severe weather event caused significant damage to about 30 meters of the walkway leading to the Kedarnath shrine. The cloudburst also led to a sharp increase in the water level of the Mandakini River, raising […]
The Amarnath Yatra 2024 has set a new record with over 4.71 lakh devotees visiting so far, surpassing last year's total of 4.45 lakh. On Wednesday, another 1,654 pilgrims departed from Jammu for the Valley.
On the occasion of the Bonalu festival, Telangana Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka will present silk cloths to Goddess 'Mahankali' at Lal Darwaja Simhavahini Temple.
Guru Purnima, also known as Guru Pornami, is a significant festival in Hinduism, celebrated to honor and show gratitude to teachers and mentors.
As part of this ritual, the representatives of the State Government of Karnataka and all representatives of Mysore Maharaja will welcome the deities with special harati.
The coastal pilgrimage town of Puri is prepared for the annual Rath Yatra festival of Lord Jagannath, which will span two days for the first time in 53 years.
Snana Purnima is a ritual bathing for 'Lord Jagannath' and his siblings, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra. This festival, conducted on the full moon day of the Jyestha month, is a key forerunner to the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra.