The Ganges River is drying faster than ever in 1,300 years, with scientists linking the crisis to human-driven climate change.

To Indians, the River Ganges is the Ganga, river of life. But there is life on the river. A man hunkers down on his haunches, ...

To millions of Hindus, the Ganges River is more than a body of water – it is treated like the goddess Ganga Ma in physical form, a source of spiritual cleansing and blessings. But beyond its spiritual ...

Mahalaya marks the end of Pitru Paksha, a period dedicated to honouring ancestors, and the beginning of Devi Paksha, which ...

Introduction to Dakshineshwar Kali Temple Located on the eastern banks of the Ganges River, not far from Kolkata, the Dakshineshwar Kali Temple is a significant religious site in India. This temple, ...

Navratri, celebrated over nine sacred days, is a time of devotion, fasting, colour, and celebration. Each day honours a ...

In the Puranas, the story of Ganga starts in the heavenly realms. She was not just a river, but a goddess who existed in ...

More than five centuries old, a tradition and custom that has braved the vagaries of time, its intrinsic nature winning the support of one leader after another, no matter the allegiance. That, ...

Dussehra, or Vijaya Dashami, is celebrated across India with unique regional traditions, from Kullu’s chariot processions to ...

While most temples typically close during a solar eclipse, this temple in Andhra Pradesh defies tradition and remains open. A ...

The Ganges is more than a river. It is a lifeline, a sacred symbol, and a cornerstone of South Asian civilisation. But it is ...

Expansive open decks, onboard butler service and 24-hour dining. Those are just a few of the features guests will find on Celebrity Cruises’ first-ever river ships when they set sail in 2027. The ...