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Bihar: Devotees throng annual Pitru Paksha Mela in Gaya, pay homage to anc
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
With the commencement of the annual Pitru Paksha Mela, pilgrims from far and near visited at Gaya, took a bath in the River Falgu, performed death rites and offered pinda (a ball of rice offered at a shradh ceremony) to their deceased ancestors.
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My ancestors are from India: Muttiah Muralitharan ahead of his upcoming bi
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
Muttiah Muralitharan said that his biopic will get a good response in the northern cities of India since he has a good fanbase in the country.
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“More pride for India”: PM Modi over Hoysala temples' inclusion in UNESCO
Updated : 2 years, 6 months ago IST
Taking to X, PM Modi said, “More pride for India! The magnificent Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas have been inscribed on the @UNESCO World Heritage List. The timeless beauty and intricate details of the Hoysala temples are a testament to India's rich cultural heritage and the excep
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"Bharat name is given by our ancestors...": Union Minister Meenakashi Lekh
Updated : 2 years, 6 months ago IST
After Rashtrapati Bhawan issued an invitation for a G20 dinner scheduled for September 9 in the name of 'President of Bharat' instead of India, Union Minister Meenakashi Lekhi on Tuesday said that 'Bharat' name is given by our ancestors.
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UAE: Al Maleh and Fishing Festival continues to dive into traditional mari
Updated : 2 years, 6 months ago IST
The festival shines a spotlight on traditional fish salting techniques, ancient fishing practices, and a curated display of handcrafted artifacts, offering visitors a tangible link to the storied past of Emirati ancestors.
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Devotees perform rituals on Aadi Amavasai in Rameswaram
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
The serene Agni Theertham sea bore witness to the prayers and offerings made by devotees seeking to bring peace to their departed ancestors. Aadi Amavasai, a significant day in the Hindu lunar calendar, holds immense importance as it is believed to grant solace to the souls of ancestors thro
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Devotees perform Karkidaka Vavu bali across Kerala
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Devotees in Kerala on Monday offered ‘bali tharpanam’( paying obeisance to their ancestors) on the occasion of ‘Karkidaka Vavu’.
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Kerala: Devotees offer 'Karkidaka Vavu Bali' for ancestors across state
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Thousands of devotees thronged temples, river banks, and beaches in the state to pay obeisance (Bali) to their departed ancestors.
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Sea snakes redevelop their ability to see colours: Study
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
According to a new paper published in Genome Biology and Evolution by Oxford University Press, the annulated sea snake, a species of venomous snake found in ocean waters around Australia and Asia, appears to have evolved to see an extended palette of colours after its ancestors lost that abi
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“We will parade at same place our ancestors did”: Indian Army's Punjab Reg
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
An Indian tri-services contingent, led by the Punjab Regiment of the Indian Army, gathered at the Champs-Elysees Avenue on Friday, ahead of the annual Bastille Day military parade in Paris, France.
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Sea snakes might have evolved to see colors again: Research
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
The annulated sea snake, a species of venomous snake found in ocean waters around Australia and Asia, appears to have evolved to see an extended palette of colours after its ancestors lost that ability in response to changing environments, according to a new paper published in Genome Biology
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Study reveals humans' ancestors survived asteroid impact that killed dinos
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
In-depth research of the fossil record has shown a Cretaceous origin for placental mammals, which include humans, dogs, and bats, indicating they co-existed with dinosaurs for a short period before the dinosaurs became extinct.
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