Ganesh Chaturthi is set to be celebrated on September 7 this year, honoring Lord Ganesha, the god of knowledge and wealth. The festival includes installing intricately crafted idols and making ...

The 'sthapana' of Lord Ganesha is done at the beginning of the festival and the idols are kept for 1.5, 3, 5, 7 or 10 days during the festival. On the concluding day of the festival, which is also ...

Many will whisper their wishes in Lord Ganesha’s ear and present him offerings of his favorite sweets made with coconut and jaggery called modak.

Hyderabad's Khairatabad Ganesha is one of the tallest Lord Ganesha installations this year. Rediff reader Vamsikrishna N shares pictures. Photograph: Kind courtesy Vamsikrishna N "This picture of ...

Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi or Ganesh Utsav, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, the beloved elephant-headed deity. Lord Ganesh is considered the ...

The Hindu mythology is replete with intriguing stories like the one of Ganesh and His Mouse Mushak. If you are wondering how He acquired this very unusual ride, read on. The story of the Lord ...

Modak is one of the most offered sweets on Ganesh Chaturthi ... jaggery and coconut and is spiced with cardamom. Credit: Getty Images Coconut barfi is a sweet made from freshly grated coconut ...

Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi or Ganesh Utsav, is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, the beloved elephant-headed deity. The festival is celebrated ...

Ganesha, whose name translates to “Lord of the People,” is known for his ability to remove obstacles and is generally worshipped before new beginnings. He is typically depicted holding Indian ...

Many will whisper their wishes in Lord Ganesha’s ear and present him offerings ... culture to climate – The Independent has a ...