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Hindu, India and Kumbh Mela

The Associated Press on MSN · 19h

Millions of pilgrims and naked, ash-smeared ascetics take holy dips in India's mega Hindu festival

Tens of thousands of naked Hindu ascetics and millions of pilgrims are taking dips in sacred rivers in the first of a series of major baths in the Maha Kumbh festival, the largest religious congregati

The Washington Post · 1d

Naked, ash-smeared Hindu ascetics take holy dips at the Maha Kumbh festival

Naked Hindu ascetics and pilgrims are taking holy dips in sacred rivers in the first major bathing day of the Maha Kumbh festival, which is the largest religious congregation on Earth

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

Dreadlocked Indian Ascetics Take Holy Dip in Hindu Kumbh Festival

Scores of naked Hindu ascetics smeared in holy ash charged into the water of holy rivers in northern India on Tuesday, dreadlocks flying, during the first 'royal bath' of the Maha Kumbh Mela, or Great Pitcher Festival.

World’s Largest Human Gathering Begins in India

The New York Times · 14h

The World’s Largest Human Gathering Begins in India

About 400 million Hindu pilgrims from around the globe are expected to bathe in and around the Ganges in the religion’s biggest display of unity.

The Associated Press on MSN · 2d

India kicks off a massive Hindu festival touted as the world's largest religious gathering

Millions of Hindu devotees and mystics have gathered in the northern Indian city of Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh festival, which is the largest religious congregation on earth

U.S. News & World Report · 21h

Factbox-How Is India Managing Its Maha Kumbh Festival, the World's Largest Gathering?

India's Maha Kumbh Mela, or Great Pitcher Festival, is set to be the world's largest gathering of humanity, with 400 million visitors expected at the six-week event that began this week in the northern city of Prayagraj.

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The Spirit of Hinduism and the Rise of Hindutva: What Sets Them Apart?

In today’s polarized world, the terms Hinduism and Hindutva are often used interchangeably, causing widespread confusion.

From Robert Downey Jr to Julia Roberts: 8 Hollywood superstars who have deep faith in Hinduism

These Hollywood superstars have found inspiration and solace in Hinduism’s timeless teachings, embracing its rituals, ...

Makar Sankranti: Significance of Uttarayan in Hinduism

The start of Uttarayan is celebrated as Makar Sankranti in north India. Makar refers to Capricorn, the zodiac sign the Sun ...

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Kali: Goddess of Death and Rebirth in Hindu Tradition

In Hinduism, Kali represents the vengeful feminine form of Vishnu, the protector of the universe. Vishnu, working in tandem ...

The Pioneer on MSN12d

Hinduism’s Global Perspective

Foundations and Frameworks Author: Nandini Sahu Publisher: Authorspress Price: Rs 1,195 Hindu Studies: Foundations and ...

Tribute to Swami Vivekananda on National Youth Day

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath honored Swami Vivekananda on his birth anniversary, highlighting his belief that ...

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French woman's fascination with Hinduism brings her to Kumbh Mela

A 65-year-old French woman named Pascal, who has a deep-rooted love for Hinduism and Lord Shiva, has travelled to Prayagraj, ...

What is the Kumbh Mela, the ‘largest pilgrimage in the world’?

The Kumbh Mela, which began January 13 in Prayagraj, northern India, is a 45-day Hindu pilgrimage during which millions of ...

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