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Rang Panchami 2025: Is it celebrated on March 18 or 19? Know the exact date & time here
Check the exact date and time for Rang Panchami 2025. Learn why it's celebrated on March 19, not March 18, and learn its ...
The Print on MSN22h
A water carrier for the gods—the Kamandalu in Hindu, Buddhist and Jain traditions
Often called a kundi or kundika, particularly in Buddhist literature, some of the earliest known examples of the kamandalu ...
How to celebrate Holi in central Ohio this year
The spring festival marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring, typically occurring on the day of the last full moon ...
South Asia Monitor2h
Elephant diplomacy: Myanmar's gift of elephants to Russian zoo has strategic significance
The elephant is not just an animal, it is a symbol of power, royalty, and diplomacy in the pages of history.  Myanmar’s gift ...
Global Voices8h
The story of Nepal's enigmatic rudraksha seeds through photos
Nepali photographer and storyteller Nikki Thapa documents the collection and marketing of rudraksha seeds in eastern Nepal, which are used as prayer beads by Hindus and Buddhists.
Why Holika Dahan, Holi are celebrated: The reasons, beyond the legend of Prahlad and Holika
How is Holi linked to Lord Krishna and Kamadeva? What does playing with colours tell us about ancient India? We explain.