Sabarimala is a Hindu temple and only Hindus – believers – of Lord Ayyappa should have a say in the matter. Decisions on Sabarimala are not the prerogative of non-believers, liberals and communists.

Ghost in Hinduism is referred as 'bhoot', ‘preta’, ‘pey’, ‘pret’ or ‘pretam.’ Do Hindus believe in ghosts? It depends on the individual but it is believed that majority believe in ghosts. The concept ...

Connection to Brahma: Vastoshpati is also identified with Brahma, the creator god in Hinduism. This connection signifies his role in not only preserving but also in nurturing the essence of creation ...

Alandi Yatra is a pilgrimage to the Alandi in Pune – the place where Saint Dnyaneshwar attained Samadhi. Alandi Yatra 2024 date is November 26. It is performed on the eleventh day of the Krishna ...

Thirunavaya Ekadashi is observed in the Thirunavaya Nava Mukunda Temple in Kerala. Thirunavaya Ekadashi 2025 date is March 10. The Ekadasi falling during the waxing phase of moon in Malayalam month ...

Somvar Vrat, or fasting on Monday, is dedicated to Lord Shiva. On the day, devotees the fast listen to Somavar Vrat Katha. The story associated with Monday fasting narrates the experience of a devotee ...

Kharmas is an inauspicious month in Hindu calendar followed in North India. In 2024, Kharmas is marked from December 16, 2024 to January 14, 2025. Another Kharmas period is from from March 14, 2025 to ...