Mahashivaratri

Ayodhya witnesses surge of pilgrims on Mahashivratri

On the occasion of Mahashivaratri, a huge crowd thronged the Ram temple in this Uttar Pradesh district, putting the authorities on high alert.

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President graces Mahashivaratri celebrations at Isha Yoga Center Coimbatore

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday, joined the Isha Mahashivratri Festival as the Guest of Honour at Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore.

Mandi Shivaratri Mela is a fascinating example of India’s multi-deity culture

Maha Shivaratri is a festival celebrated all across India. While in some parts of the nation, people pay their respects to Shiva by fasting, in other parts various people flock to temples dedicated to Shiva. On the occasion of Maha Shivaratri, Sahapedia explores Mandi’s seven-day Shivaratri fair and why it is celebrated.