The Buddhist ‘wheel of life’ talks about six realms, each representing a distinctive feature of human existence. One among them is the ghost realm, characterised by hungry spirits gripped by unfulfill...

The best times my family and I spent together were during vacations. Not merely because we’d be excited to travel, but also because it was the only time we’d sit together at the table for every meal. ...

We imagine. We dream. We hope. But when life presents us with our wish, we don’t think it meets our expectations. And so, we feel disappointed. Simply put, realistic outcomes barely ever match our fan...

The River Ganges and the course of her flow became my sole guide. I knew nothing of her magnificent legends or her religious rites, yet the enriching experience along her course left me wiser....

Saphala Ekadashi is celebrated in the honour of Lord Vishnu. The word saphala in Hindi means ‘to be successful’ and therefore this ekadashi is observed by those who desire success and happiness in all...

Annapurna Jayanti is a festival devoted to Goddess Annapurna, the Hindu Goddess of food and cooking. The word ‘Anna’ in Hindi signifies ‘food’ whereas ‘Purna’ implies ‘completeness’....

On this day devotees perform Pind Daan i.e. Puja for the peace of your ancestor’s soul. Donating food and clothes to the people who are in need is considered auspicious. ...

The Krishna Paksha Ekadashi which comes after Kartik Purnima is known as Utpanna Ekadashi. It is the next Ekadashi after Devutthana Ekadashi....