For the people of Orissa, Shiva - one of the three central deities of Hinduism, the god of paradoxes, the god who forever creates and destroys - was the lord of their land. In Shiva all opposites ...

Choosing a name inspired by Lord Shiva or Goddess Parvati is a wonderful way to bestow divine blessings upon a child. These names not only carry profound meanings but also reflect spiritual ...

Mahashivratri, the ‘Great Night of Lord Shiva’, is one of the most sacred and powerful days when it comes to the worship of Lord Shiva. Some say it is the day Shiva married Parvati, others say ...

“After marrying Parvati, Lord Shiva wanted to give something to Lord ... We accept donations by akhadas only by turning upside down the brass bells which we carry. We are the only ones who ...

During this 5-day period of Jaya Parvati Vrat, devotees offer various prayers and puja to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. During this period, Uma Maheshwara puja is also performed. Fasting is an ...

Varanasi: Maintaining the tradition of the Kashi Vishwanath Dham, the temple authorities performed the rituals of ‘Tilakotsava' (pre-wedding ritual) of the Lord Vishwanath on the occasion of ...

For the people of Orissa, Shiva - one of the three central deities of Hinduism, the god of paradoxes, the god who forever creates and destroys - was the lord of their land. In Shiva all opposites ...