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Top 10 richest temples in India and their staggering net worth

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Top 10 richest temples in India and their staggering net worth

A data backed look at India’s 10 richest temples, revealing their massive gold reserves, land holdings and donation income that reflect centuries of devotion and trust.

7 Vastu tips for your Almirah: How to keep money safe and attract prosperity

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7 Vastu tips for your Almirah: How to keep money safe and attract prosperity

Follow these 7 Vastu tips for your almirah to keep money safe, remove negative energy, and attract prosperity, financial stability and positive vibrations at home.

Holi 2026 date: When is Holika dahan and Rangwali Holi this year? Check purnima tithi, significance and rituals

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Holi 2026 date: When is Holika dahan and Rangwali Holi this year? Check purnima tithi, significance and rituals

Rangwali Holi 2026 will be celebrated on March 4, following Holika Dahan on March 3. Know the exact Panchang timings, rituals, significance, and traditional ways to celebrate the festival of colours.

She rules Nepal until she bleeds: Inside the secret life of the Living Goddess 'Kumari'

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She rules Nepal until she bleeds: Inside the secret life of the Living Goddess 'Kumari'

The Kumari of Nepal is a living goddess chosen through strict rituals, worshipped until her first blood fall, after which she returns to mortal life and a new Kumari is selected.

Vastu Shastra tips for study room and home office for better focus and career growth

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Vastu Shastra tips for study room and home office for better focus and career growth

Discover Vastu Shastra tips for study room and home office to improve focus, productivity and career growth through the right direction, layout, colours and lighting.

Noodles for prasad: How Kolkata’s chinese community redefined Kali worship in Tangra

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Noodles for prasad: How Kolkata’s chinese community redefined Kali worship in Tangra

Kolkata’s Chinese Kali Mandir in Tangra offers noodles as prasad, showcasing a rare blend of Chinese culture and Kali worship rooted in faith, gratitude and harmony.

Vastu Shastra: Why you should never ignore a 7 running Horse painting if you want success and growth

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Vastu Shastra: Why you should never ignore a 7 running Horse painting if you want success and growth

A 7 running horse painting in Vastu symbolises speed, success, and growth. Know its significance, correct placement, and how it attracts prosperity and positive energy.

Jaya Ekadashi 2026: Is it on January 28 or 29? Correct vrat date and timings as per Hindu panchang

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Jaya Ekadashi 2026: Is it on January 28 or 29? Correct vrat date and timings as per Hindu panchang

Jaya Ekadashi 2026 will be observed on January 29 as per Udaya Tithi. Know the correct vrat date, Ekadashi timings, parana time, significance, and rituals dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

Festivals in February 2026 in India: Mahashivratri date, vrat list, important puja and auspicious muhurats

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Festivals in February 2026 in India: Mahashivratri date, vrat list, important puja and auspicious muhurats

February 2026 features major Hindu festivals like Maha Shivaratri, Ekadashi, Purnima and Jayanti, following the Hindu lunar calendar with key vrat, puja and auspicious dates.

Maha shivaratri 2026 date: When is Shivratri in 2026 in India?

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Maha shivaratri 2026 date: When is Shivratri in 2026 in India?

Maha Shivaratri 2026 will be observed on February 15. Check exact puja timings, four prahar worship, vrat vidhi, parana time, and the spiritual significance of this sacred Shiva night.

Meet ‘Munch Murugan’: How a Muslim boy and a chocolate bar redefined a 300-year-old Hindu ritual

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Meet ‘Munch Murugan’: How a Muslim boy and a chocolate bar redefined a 300-year-old Hindu ritual

A 300-year-old Lord Murugan temple in Kerala draws devotees with a unique offering 'Munch chocolates', symbolising how faith adapts with time while devotion stays timeless.

Why do pilgrims flock to touch the 'fire that heals' at Geghard Monastery?

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Why do pilgrims flock to touch the 'fire that heals' at Geghard Monastery?

At Armenia’s Geghard Monastery, pilgrims touch an eternal flame that does not burn, believing it carries divine healing power rooted in ancient faith and mystery.

TTD suspends sarva darshan token issuance for three days ahead of Ratha Saptami festival

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TTD suspends sarva darshan token issuance for three days ahead of Ratha Saptami festival

TTD has suspended Sarva Darshan token issuance in Tirupati for three days from January 23 to 25 due to Ratha Saptami festival arrangements at Tirumala.

Basant Panchami 2026 date and time: Why Yellow is worn on Saraswati Puja and its spiritual benefits

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Basant Panchami 2026 date and time: Why Yellow is worn on Saraswati Puja and its spiritual benefits

Basant Panchami 2026 celebrates Goddess Saraswati, where wearing yellow brings knowledge, positivity, mental clarity and spiritual blessings to devotees.

Ram Lalla Pratistha Diwas 2026: Ayodhya marks the third anniversary, check shubh muhurat and significance

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Ram Lalla Pratistha Diwas 2026: Ayodhya marks the third anniversary, check shubh muhurat and significance

Ram Lalla Pratistha Diwas 2026 marks the third anniversary of Ram Lalla’s consecration in Ayodhya, highlighting shubh muhurat, spiritual significance, and grand celebrations.

India’s 'floating church': How the 160-year-old Shettihalli Gothic Church disappears underwater every Monsoon

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India’s 'floating church': How the 160-year-old Shettihalli Gothic Church disappears underwater every Monsoon

Shettihalli Rosary Church: A 160-year-old Gothic marvel, partially sinks underwater each year, creating a surreal floating effect that draws tourists and photographers.

4 Most adventurous zodiac signs born to explore the world

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4 Most adventurous zodiac signs born to explore the world

Sagittarius, Aquarius, Gemini, and Pisces are the most adventurous zodiac signs driven by curiosity, freedom, and a deep love for exploring new places and cultures.

This Japanese grand shrine is rebuilt every 20 years in exactly the same way, but why?

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This Japanese grand shrine is rebuilt every 20 years in exactly the same way, but why?

Ise Shrine is rebuilt every 20 years to refresh sacred energy, preserve ancient craftsmanship and honor Amaterasu while keeping timeless tradition alive.

Magha Gupt Navratri 2026: 7 Powerful maa Durga upayas to remove poverty and negativity

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Magha Gupt Navratri 2026: 7 Powerful maa Durga upayas to remove poverty and negativity

Magha Gupt Navratri 2026 begins on 19 January, a sacred time to worship Maa Durga through powerful remedies that remove negativity, attract prosperity, and restore spiritual balance.

Vasant Panchami 2026 date & Saraswati puja muhurat: Is it on Jan 23 or 24 as per hindu panchang?

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Vasant Panchami 2026 date & Saraswati puja muhurat: Is it on Jan 23 or 24 as per hindu panchang?

Vasant Panchami 2026 falls on January 23, marking Saraswati Puja with an auspicious morning muhurat, celebrating knowledge, learning, and the sacred tradition of Akshar-Abhyasam.

Ramalala Pratishtha Diwas 2026: Date, significance, history and divine importance of Ayodhya Ram temple

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Ramalala Pratishtha Diwas 2026: Date, significance, history and divine importance of Ayodhya Ram temple

Ramalala Pratishtha Diwas 2026 marks the third anniversary of Shri Ramalala’s consecration at Ayodhya Ram Temple, celebrating faith, devotion, and the historic revival of Ram Janmabhoomi.

Longest Solar Eclipse in 100 years: Date, time, and countries where it will be visible

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Longest Solar Eclipse in 100 years: Date, time, and countries where it will be visible

The longest solar eclipse in a century will darken skies in 2027. Where will it be visible, how long will it last, and why is it being called the eclipse of the century?

Happy Kanuma 2026: 40+ Messages and Greetings to Share with Friends and Family

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Happy Kanuma 2026: 40+ Messages and Greetings to Share with Friends and Family

Kanuma 2026 celebrates gratitude toward cattle and nature, blending sacred traditions with family joy through rituals, harvest offerings, and heartfelt messages to loved ones.

Krishna Kurma Dwadashi 2026 Date, Time: Know Puja Rituals and Significance

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Krishna Kurma Dwadashi 2026 Date, Time: Know Puja Rituals and Significance

Krishna Kurma Dwadashi 2026 honors Lord Vishnu’s Kurma Avatar through fasting, puja, and charity; know the exact date, tithi timings, parana time, significance, and rituals for divine blessings.

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