For years, 17-year-old Omkar Kulkarni would be home, listening to stories from his relatives about the grand, colorful celebrations and pageantry in India and other large Hindu communities that marked ...
In Hindu culture, the elephant symbolizes Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and god of wisdom. His elephant form embodies memory, strength, patience, and intellect, encouraging followers to adopt ...
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MUMBAI — Every year, after months of pouring monsoon rains, millions of devout Hindus across western India step out to joyfully celebrate the birthday of Ganesha, the elephant-headed god. Elaborate ...
The 10-day Hindu festival of Ganesh Chaturthi that celebrates the rebirth of Lord Ganesha, is observed with much fanfare across the country. Ganesha, the youngest son of Lord Shiva and Parvati, is ...
During the "festival of lights", the faithful offer rituals and prayers to worship the gods. Since the temple in Sri Siththi Vinayagar (Trincomalee) is undergoing renovation, votive rituals are ...
BOB ABERNETHY, anchor: One of the most popular celebrations for Hindus around the world: Ganesha Chaturthi, the birthday of the elephant-headed god Lord Ganesha. Hindus honor thousands of deities, ...
On India's west coast, revelers hoist up statues of an elephant-headed god, and parade them toward the Arabian Sea. They sing and chant, and hand out food to bystanders. For 10 days, they perform ...
MUMBAI, India – Every year, after months of pouring monsoon rains, millions of devout Hindus across western India step out to joyfully celebrate the birthday of Ganesha, the elephant-headed god.