Hindu mythology isn’t just filled with gods and goddesses it’s teeming with powerful animals that are not only companions but ...

Durga ashtami vrat is an important Hindu ritual dedicated to Goddess Shakti (Goddess Durga). Masik Durga Ashtami is a monthly event observed on the ashtami tithi (8th day) of the shukla paksha (bright ...

India has numerous sacred temples that are dedicated to Goddess Durga and her various divine forms which attract devotees from all around the world. These temples are powerful symbols of devotion, ...

Navaratri, a major Hindu festival held in honor of the Mother Goddess Durga, will begin on Sunday, March 30 and continue through Monday, April 7 this year. Navaratri, which translates to “nine ...

During Agni Keli, a fire-throwing ritual in Mangaluru, India, shirtless men hurl burning palm fronds at each other to honour ...

According to Hindu mythology, the ritual honors Goddess Durga, who is believed to have vanquished the demons Chanda and Munda ...

Each day of Chaitra Navratri is associated with a specific colour, which holds significant meaning and symbolism for the nine forms of Goddess Durga.