Ramakrishna Paramhansa, a 19th-century Hindu saint and guru to Swami Vivekananda, emphasized devotion, the harmony of all faiths, and the power of mantras. His teachings highlighted the significance ...
Phalguna Amavasya on Feb 17 brings sacred snan, Pitru Tarpan, charity rituals, and coincides with 2026’s first annular solar eclipse event.
Kathak choreographer barkha patel previews “Ramti Aave,” inspired by Kali, ahead of a work-in-progress performance at Union College in Schenectady.
At first glance, Goddess Kali appears intense dark complexion, wild hair, blood-red tongue, weapons in hand. Many wonder: Why does a goddess look so fierce? The truth is deeply spiritual. Kali’s ...
Vampires are a relatively recent creation. However, most of the ancient world knew of the practice of consuming blood. It seems that this was a fascinating ritual centuries before the term ''vampire'' ...
In Kolkata’s historic Tangra area, often known as the city’s Chinatown, the Chinese Kali Mandir stands out for a tradition that surprises many devotees. Here, noodles are offered as prasad to Goddess ...
Kolkata, Jan 24 (UNI) American Beat poet Allen Ginsberg was deeply engaged with Hindu spirituality during his later years and was once seen worshipping Goddess Kali with ritual devotion in New in his ...