It was way back in the early part of the 12th century that the Shaiva cult had grown a huge base of followers of whom Kulottunga Chola was the most important one. Although he was a great Shiva devotee, he was

Widely worshipped as the God that governs wisdom, prosperity and good luck, Lord Ganesha is the harbinger of good tidings and when invoked before any venture begins, he is bound to bless one's effort with success. Vighnaraja Sankashti Ganesh

Mahalaya is almost here this year, with its usual set of dos and don'ts to follow and poignant remembrances of our departed ancestors, who, we hope, will come to visit us, in our homes, to bless our lives with their beneficence

Lord Ram is the seventh Avatar of Lord Vishnu and is a celebrated deity in the Indian devout households. Worshipped for his divine values, which he stood for, all of his life, he is a shimmering example of a perfect human

Onam, a predominantly Kerala festival, symbolically celebrates the homecoming of the mighty King Mahabali. This is also the time when crops yield a good harvest. Celebrated with all ceremonial pomp and fervour. This festival goes on for up to 10 days.

Banke means 'bent', and 'Bihari or 'Vihari' means 'enjoyer'. This is how Lord Kṛiṣhṇa, who is bent in three angles, acquired the name 'Banke Bihari'. The Banke Bihari Temple, located at Vrindavan, Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh in India, is dedicated

September is the time for transition and to prepare yourself for further progress and achievements. It is time to focus within, on your inner strength, harnessing which you will be able to achieve more. First of all, you should be all

The word Paryushan, when split, into two parts, translates as Pari (to recall oneself) and Vasan (be aware of oneself at a specific location). This customary spiritual cleansing process, which generally lasts about 8-10 days, this year will be celebrated from

According to the Gregorian calendar, September, which is the ninth month, welcomes the autumn in the Northern hemisphere and spring in the Southern hemisphere. India is a melting pot of myriad religions that find themselves in harmonious co-existence with each