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Why Red Cloth Is Associated With Goddess Worship

“या देवी सर्वभूतेषु शक्तिरूपेण संस्थिता। नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमो नमः॥” Step into any temple during Navratri. Look at the idol. The Goddess is glowing in red. A red chunari drapes her shoulders. Red flowers surround her. Red kumkum rests at her feet. It is not coincidence. It is continuity. Across…

Times Life · Feb 25

Why Women Can’t Enter These 5 Famous Temples : Myth, Mystery, and Faith Revealed

Even in today’s world, some sacred spaces remain restricted to women due to ancient beliefs, traditions, and rituals. These temples are not just places of worship; they carry stories of devotion, power, and mysticism that stretch back centuries. While the debate continues on gender equality, millions of devotees still visit…

MyLifeXP · Feb 23

Dasara celebration of Wadiyars concludes conjuring up images of a bygone era

Mysuru's 10-day Dasara festival of the Wadiyars, with royal traditions dating back centuries, concluded with a procession to Bhuvaneshwari temple. Accompanied by palace staff, priests, family, caparisoned elephants, and Nadaswara artists, Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar completed the Navaratri rituals. 400-year-old tradition of the Vijayanagar rulers, the Dasara adds a royal…

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

Dash of dandiya and garba in Dasara celebrations in Bengaluru

Energetic rhythms of dandiya and garba have taken Bengaluru by storm, with a variety of clubs and dance academies hosting these festive gatherings at multiple locations across the city as a part of ongoing Dasara-Navaratri celebrations

The Hindu · Oct 20, 2023

Shardiya Navaratri Day 6: Devoted to Goddess Katyayini; People throng Temples in large numbers

Sharad Navaratri occurs at the onset of the autumn season, whereas Chaitra Navaratri occurs in the spring. Must read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Oct 19, 2023

Shardiya Navaratri Day 5: Devoted to Goddess Skandamata; People throng Temples in large numbers

Sharad Navaratri occurs at the onset of the autumn season, whereas Chaitra Navaratri occurs in the spring. Must read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Oct 18, 2023

Large number of young men, women take part in Durga Mata Daud being held as part of Navaratri in Belagavi

Young men/women join Durga Mata Daud in Belagavi for Navaratri. Runners wear saffron shawls, shout slogans. Police provide security. Shiv Pratishtan Hindutva group organises 10-day run to rekindle spirit of Hindutva in minds of youth, celebrate women warriors. Runs held in diff. areas till Oct. 24.

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

Shardiya Navaratri Day 4: Devoted to Goddess Kushmanda; People throng Temples in large numbers

Sharad Navaratri occurs at the onset of the autumn season, whereas Chaitra Navaratri occurs in the spring. Must read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Oct 17, 2023

Navaratri celebrations at palace imparts a royal sheen to Mysuru Dasara

Wadiyar dynasty's Navaratri celebrations began Sun. Yaduveer performed religious rites, ascended golden throne, received blessings & offerings. The rituals are documented in Mysore Gazetteer & 'The Dasara in Mysore'. The rites were initiated by Raja Wadiyar in 1610 CE & have been followed since. The events are held in Amba…

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

Shardiya Navaratri Day 2: Devoted to Maa Brahmacharini; Durga Pandals, Temples decked up

Sharad Navaratri occurs at the onset of the autumn season, whereas Chaitra Navaratri occurs in the spring. Must read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Oct 15, 2023