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Modi asserts that India’s retaliation against Pakistan is on hold, but warns of future responses as tensions remain high

The birthday of the Buddha is a holy occasion for all his followers, but is celebrated on different dates depending on the school of Buddhism or country to which one belongs. In many parts of Asia, the sacred day marks not just the birth, but also the enlightenment and passing…

Almost 2,000 years ago in modern-day Uttar Pradesh, India, someone deposited a cache of gems inside a reliquary (a container for holy relics), along with some bone fragments and ash. The gems were precious, but the bones and ash even more so, for according to an inscription on the reliquary,…

While many are familiar with the world’s major religions, numerous lesser-known spiritual paths offer fascinating insights into human belief and the diversity of ways we seek understanding and connection. Here are 12 lesser-known religions, each with its unique traditions and perspectives. 1. Zoroastrianism One of the world’s oldest monotheistic religions,…