Hindu Tradition
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In photos: Thousands at Kumbh Mela take a dip in the river on the occassion of ‘Mauni Amavasya’
Hindu devotees consider the second ‘Shahi Snan’ the most sacred of the three ‘holy dips’ that take place during the mega event.
Scroll Staff
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Fasting and feasting: Memories of ancestor worship during 'shraaddh' – the season of shraddha
The ritual invocation of several generations of ancestors or 'pitars' is deemed compulsory for Hindus.
Mrinal Pande
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Where is the home team? A Sanskrit revivalist frets about the lack of ‘Indian’ experts
Undaunted by controversy and charges of plagiarism, Rajiv Malhotra is back with a new book.
Rajiv Malhotra
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