Wake up early in the morning and take a holy bath before starting puja rituals. Devotees should place a wooden plank and place an idol of Lord Vishnu and light a diya (earthen lamp) with desi ghee ...

Observing this ritual is said to remove life’s obstacles and bless the devotee with good fortune and well-being. According to the Hindu calendar, the Chaturdashi Tithi of the Krishna Paksha in the ...

A recent study by Dr. Jan-Willem de Kort and his colleagues, published in Medieval Archaeology, uncovered an early medieval cult site in the Netherlands. Well-excavated and thoughtfully analyzed ...

Japan’s annual ritual of “mame-maki,” or bean-throwing, at Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines and homes sees people marking “setsubun,” the last day of the winter in the Japanese lunar calendar. Like ...

Men, dressed as women in a village reputed for women singers, are actively taking part in the four-day village tshechu, known as the Lhakhang Wang tshechu ... Since it is a ritual passed down from ...

During this time, followers offer prayers, perform rituals, and seek blessings from Lord Ganesha for prosperity, success, and the removal of obstacles in their lives. The occasion serves as a ...

In a chilling pursuit of quick wealth, fame, and supernatural power, some youths, particularly in the South-East, are embracing a deadly practice known as Okite rituals. This macabre rite ...

TODAY contributor Ally Love gives it a try and shares what you'll experience during one of these cathartic rituals. IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser.

Mauni Amavasya is one of the most important occasions. This day is observed by honoring ancestors and forefathers. According to the Hindu calendar, it occurs in the Magha month on the Amavasya ...

Key rituals include observing silence, taking a holy dip, performing tarpan for ancestors, chanting mantras, and engaging in charitable acts to attract positivity and prosperity. Mauni Amavasya ...

Among those on site was 94-year-old veteran actress Lana Wong Ha-wai, known for her elaborate costumes when attending the annual ritual over the past decades. This year she was dressed as Bai ...