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Dip At Sangam, Attending To Pilgrims: Day Inside 'Akhadas' At Maha Kumbh
Their barely-clad bodies smeared in ash and long hair in deadlocks, seers at the Maha Kumbh begin each day at 4 am with a dip at the holy Sangam and a litany of rituals before proceeding to receive the pilgrims visiting them.
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Steve Jobs' Wife Falls Ill At Maha Kumbh: "Never Been To Such Crowded Place"
Late Apple co-founder Steve Job's wife Laurene Powell Jobs developed allergies on her second day at the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, but will participate in the ritual of taking a dip in the Ganga river.
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Devotees Take Holy Dip On Paush Purnima
A large number of devotees are arriving at the bank of Triveni Sangam - a sacred confluence of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and 'mystical' Saraswati. Devotees take a holy dip and perform the sacred ritual on Paush Purnima.
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Mahakumbh 2025: Know Shahi Snan Date, Time, Significance
Maha Kumbh 2025: These sacred bathing rituals, or Shahi Snans, are believed to purify the soul and wash away sins, making them the spiritual highlights of the event.
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Lohri 2025: Importance And Significance Of Lighting The Bonfire
Lohri 2025: The festival is celebrated in parts of many states across the country, especially Punjab and other neighbouring states in northern India, as a harvest festival.
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Makar Sankranti 2025: Date, Timing, Rituals, And Regional Celebrations Explained
Makar Sankranti 2025 Date: Rituals include holy dips in sacred rivers, prayers to Surya, feasting on dishes like til ladoo, khichdi, and pongal, kite flying, and acts of charity.
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Man Slides Across Himachal Valley On Rope As Ritual Returns After 40 Years
Himachal Pradesh's Shimla is witnessing a rare and age-old religious tradition that is believed to bring together the deities of the Spail Valley, showcasing the region's vibrant cultural heritage.
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UP Bride Takes Bathroom Break Mid-Wedding, Runs Away With Cash, Jewellery
The drama unfolded at the Shiv Temple in Gorakhpur's Bharohiya where a man was undergoing the rituals for his second marriage, having lost his first wife.
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Aaragan OTT Release: When and Where to Watch Tamil Thriller Online
The Tamil horror fantasy Aaragan, starring Michael Thangadurai and Kavipriya, streams on Aha Video starting January 3, 2025. Directed by Arun KR, this suspenseful tale follows a couple's love story that turns dark when ancient secrets are revealed. Combining romance, mystery, and supernatural horror, the film promises an engaging experience for Tam...
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5 Major Ancient Egyptian Discoveries in 2024: Rare Artefacts, Rituals, Ancient Medical Insights, and More
Throughout 2024, Egypt's archaeological sites revealed groundbreaking discoveries, including the first known astronomical observatory, evidence of hallucinogenic rituals, and ancient medical practices. Highlights include the intact tomb of Idi, a governor’s daughter, gold tongues believed to aid afterlife communication, and a 4,500-year-old skull...
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Quick, Convenient And Efficient: The Benefits Of Using An Electric Kettle
Boiling water has never been easier! From your morning tea ritual to preparing quick meals, the electric kettle is the unsung hero of modern kitchens. Discover why this handy appliance deserves a place on your countertop.
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'Love Spell' Ritual In Singapore Offers To Help People Win Back Their Exes, Sparks Debate
Clients are instructed to provide photographs and details of their desired partners, after which they are advised to "wait" for the charm to take effect.
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Sabarimala All Set For 'Mandala Pooja' On December 26
The mandala pooja, a key ritual marking the conclusion of the first phase of the annual pilgrimage to the Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa Temple, will take place on December 26.
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Genetic Analysis Reveals Family Sacrifices in 1,500-Year-Old Moche Tomb in Peru
A genetic study of a 1,500-year-old Moche tomb in Peru has revealed a unique sacrificial ritual involving family members. Two teenagers, one a boy sacrificed to his father and a girl to her aunt, were found buried alongside high-status individuals in a tomb at the Huaca Cao Viejo temple. This discovery, reported in PNAS, challenges previous assumpt...
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Key Facts About Triveni Sangam, Akharas, And Sacred Rituals
The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is going to be held at Prayagraj from January 13th, 2025 to February 26th, 2025.
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Dip At Sangam, Attending To Pilgrims: Day Inside 'Akhadas' At Maha Kumbh
Their barely-clad bodies smeared in ash and long hair in deadlocks, seers at the Maha Kumbh begin each day at 4 am with a dip at the holy Sangam and a litany of rituals before proceeding to receive the pilgrims visiting them.
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Steve Jobs' Wife Falls Ill At Maha Kumbh: "Never Been To Such Crowded Place"
Late Apple co-founder Steve Job's wife Laurene Powell Jobs developed allergies on her second day at the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, but will participate in the ritual of taking a dip in the Ganga river.
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Devotees Take Holy Dip On Paush Purnima
A large number of devotees are arriving at the bank of Triveni Sangam - a sacred confluence of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and 'mystical' Saraswati. Devotees take a holy dip and perform the sacred ritual on Paush Purnima.
-
Mahakumbh 2025: Know Shahi Snan Date, Time, Significance
Maha Kumbh 2025: These sacred bathing rituals, or Shahi Snans, are believed to purify the soul and wash away sins, making them the spiritual highlights of the event.
-
Lohri 2025: Importance And Significance Of Lighting The Bonfire
Lohri 2025: The festival is celebrated in parts of many states across the country, especially Punjab and other neighbouring states in northern India, as a harvest festival.
-
Makar Sankranti 2025: Date, Timing, Rituals, And Regional Celebrations Explained
Makar Sankranti 2025 Date: Rituals include holy dips in sacred rivers, prayers to Surya, feasting on dishes like til ladoo, khichdi, and pongal, kite flying, and acts of charity.
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Man Slides Across Himachal Valley On Rope As Ritual Returns After 40 Years
Himachal Pradesh's Shimla is witnessing a rare and age-old religious tradition that is believed to bring together the deities of the Spail Valley, showcasing the region's vibrant cultural heritage.
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UP Bride Takes Bathroom Break Mid-Wedding, Runs Away With Cash, Jewellery
The drama unfolded at the Shiv Temple in Gorakhpur's Bharohiya where a man was undergoing the rituals for his second marriage, having lost his first wife.
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Aaragan OTT Release: When and Where to Watch Tamil Thriller Online
The Tamil horror fantasy Aaragan, starring Michael Thangadurai and Kavipriya, streams on Aha Video starting January 3, 2025. Directed by Arun KR, this suspenseful tale follows a couple's love story that turns dark when ancient secrets are revealed. Combining romance, mystery, and supernatural horror, the film promises an engaging experience for Tam...
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5 Major Ancient Egyptian Discoveries in 2024: Rare Artefacts, Rituals, Ancient Medical Insights, and More
Throughout 2024, Egypt's archaeological sites revealed groundbreaking discoveries, including the first known astronomical observatory, evidence of hallucinogenic rituals, and ancient medical practices. Highlights include the intact tomb of Idi, a governor’s daughter, gold tongues believed to aid afterlife communication, and a 4,500-year-old skull...
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Quick, Convenient And Efficient: The Benefits Of Using An Electric Kettle
Boiling water has never been easier! From your morning tea ritual to preparing quick meals, the electric kettle is the unsung hero of modern kitchens. Discover why this handy appliance deserves a place on your countertop.
-
'Love Spell' Ritual In Singapore Offers To Help People Win Back Their Exes, Sparks Debate
Clients are instructed to provide photographs and details of their desired partners, after which they are advised to "wait" for the charm to take effect.
-
Sabarimala All Set For 'Mandala Pooja' On December 26
The mandala pooja, a key ritual marking the conclusion of the first phase of the annual pilgrimage to the Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa Temple, will take place on December 26.
-
Genetic Analysis Reveals Family Sacrifices in 1,500-Year-Old Moche Tomb in Peru
A genetic study of a 1,500-year-old Moche tomb in Peru has revealed a unique sacrificial ritual involving family members. Two teenagers, one a boy sacrificed to his father and a girl to her aunt, were found buried alongside high-status individuals in a tomb at the Huaca Cao Viejo temple. This discovery, reported in PNAS, challenges previous assumpt...
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Key Facts About Triveni Sangam, Akharas, And Sacred Rituals
The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is going to be held at Prayagraj from January 13th, 2025 to February 26th, 2025.
