Mahakumbh 2025: Northeastern saints to participate in ‘Shahi Snan’ for first time

IANS | January 8, 2025 8:29 PM

Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 8 (IANS) This year's Mahakumbh is showcasing the cultural influence of the North-Eastern states, with a special focus on the tradition of Satradhikars in Assam, where rituals will be conducted based on the Assamese Namghar culture. The northeastern saints are participating in the Mahakumbh for the first time this year.

30 mythology-inspired arch gates to offer 'Devlok' experience for devotees at Mahakumbh

IANS | January 8, 2025 7:02 PM

Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 8 (IANS) Prayagraj, believed to be the king of pilgrimages, is ready to welcome the devotees and pilgrims for the Mahakumbh 2025, from across the globe. Preparations have been made to roll out a red carpet for them when they enter the holy town. The devotees will be greeted by 14 Ratnas from Samudra Manthan, when they visit Mahakumbh Nagar for taking a ‘holy snan’.

Raebareli jail inmates' clay art to steal spotlight at Maha Kumbh 2025

IANS | January 7, 2025 3:59 PM

Raebareli, Jan 7 (IANS) As the world prepares for the grand religious spectacle of the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, starting January 13, an exciting new addition to this sacred gathering comes from an unexpected place – the Raebareli District Jail. Products created by inmates in the jail's vocational training centres will be displayed and sold at the Uttar Pradesh Prison's joint stall at the Mela.

Devotees ring in New Year by visiting temples, seeking divine blessings

IANS | January 1, 2025 1:05 PM

New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) As the clock struck midnight and ushered in 2025, thousands of devotees across the country flocked to temples to start the New Year with divine blessings. From the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttar Pradesh to the serene Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir, and the Somnath Mahadev Temple in Gujarat, pilgrims embraced the age-old tradition of seeking spiritual solace and grace.

Year Ender: Kabhi alvida na kehena: Iconic Indians lost in 2024 who will live on in their legacy

Reena Amos Dyes | December 31, 2024 1:40 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) India, a country of 140 crore people doesn’t have a dearth of talent. Yet, in this massive sea of humanity and diversity that comprises our nation, there are a few who became legends, inspirations and icons in their lifetime. As the year comes to a close, here’s a look at some of the iconic Indians we lost in 2024, but who will live on in the legacy they have left behind.

Kashmir's patron saint and stir over omitted school lesson

Kavya Dubey | December 30, 2024 11:05 AM

Srinagar/New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) When cultural heritage is sought to be safeguarded, the traditional values that instil catholicity and inclusiveness might be expected to be lighthouses standing amid rough waves—but quite the contrary nearly happened in Kashmir. The mere gesture spoke volumes and drew out voices loud and assertive.