The Maha Kumbh Mela, being held from January 13 to February 26 in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj, saw its first Amrit Snan occasion of Makar Sankranti on Tuesday. This holy dip is led by sadhus or seers ...
The Mahakumbh draws an immense number of devotees and religious leaders, including the 13 major Akharas (monastic orders) that participate in the Amrit Snan ritual. Know the significance of these ...
Having faced stiff resistance when they tried to register an 'akhara' for transgender persons 10 years ago, the tent of their sect at the ongoing Maha Kumbh is now flooded with pilgrims queuing up ...
Each Akhara operates under a hierarchical structure ... and physical activities like traditional Indian wrestling and martial arts. The discipline practiced in these institutes promotes both ...
Seers from the Shri Panchayati Mahanirvani Akhara made their 'Royal Entry' -- also called Chavni Pravesh-- for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj. IMAGE: A seer from the Shri Panchayati ...
‘Betrayal of Sanatan Dharma’: Mamta Kulkarni's ‘akhaara’ appointment sparks row among saints
Mamta Kulkarni was conferred the spiritual name Shriyamai Mamta Nand Giri by Laxmi Narayan Tripathi, the president of Kinnar Akhara. Former Bollywood actress Mamta Kulkarni’s recent appointment ...
From Kirti Toran to Statue of Unity, Gujarat embraces development & heritage; Andhra, Punjab showcase culture ...
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