MYSTERIOUS: 6 - What They Never Told You

Forget Manali! 5 Lesser-Known Himalayan Places Worth Exploring This Winter

Winter in the Himalayas has a charm of its own. Snow-covered rooftops, pine forests, frozen mountain streams and quiet village roads create an experience that many travellers look forward to every year. But if you want to avoid Manali's busy tourist areas, Himachal Pradesh has several lesser-known destinations worth considering.…

MyLifeXP · Nov 5

Pradosh Vrat 2026: Date, Puja Muhurat, Significance and Fasting Rules

Pradosh Vrat is one of the most sacred fasts dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Observed twice every lunar month, this vrat is believed to bring peace, prosperity, good health and relief from life's difficulties. The most important part of the observance is the evening Pradosh Kaal, when devotees…

MyLifeXP · Nov 5

Why Is a Lamp Placed in the South Direction on Dhanteras?

On Dhanteras, most families pray to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kubera for wealth and prosperity. But there is another traditional ritual that turns attention towards something money cannot buy: life itself. Known as Yam Deepam, this practice involves lighting a lamp for Yama, the deity associated with death, on Dhanteras…

MyLifeXP · Nov 5

7 Early Signs of Poor Kidney Function Nobody Talks About

Your body may be giving you clues about your kidney health, but some of these signs are easy to mistake for everyday problems. Feeling tired all the time, noticing changes in your urine or waking up several times at night to use the bathroom may seem harmless. However, they can…

MyLifeXP · Nov 5

Chhathi Maiya and Kartikeya: The Connection You May Not Know

Every year, during Chhath Puja, devotees gather near rivers, ponds and other water bodies to offer prayers to the setting and rising Sun. Along with Surya Dev, they worship Chhathi Maiya, seeking blessings for their families, children's well-being and prosperity.However, her identity has more than one interpretation. Who Is Chhathi…

MyLifeXP · Nov 5

Why Do Hindus Light a Diya for Yama on Dhanteras?

Diwali is known for rows of glowing diyas, but one lamp has a special meaning that many people may not know. It is lit in honour of Yama, the Hindu god associated with death and justice.This ritual is called Yama Deepam or Yamadeep Daan. In many traditions, families light an…

MyLifeXP · Nov 5

Why We Say Baba Bholenath But Never Baba Krishna

We have grown up calling Lord Shiva Baba Bholenath. But have you ever wondered why we use the word Baba for Shiva and not for Lord Vishnu, Lord Rama or Lord Krishna? After all, Krishna himself describes himself as the father of the universe in the Bhagavad Gita. So, what…

MyLifeXP · Nov 5

Why Did Goddess Ganga Agree to Come Down to Earth Only Through Lord Shiva?

The story of Goddess Ganga's descent begins with King Sagara and his descendants. According to the Ramayana's account of the legend, King Sagara performed a great Ashwamedha Yajna, or horse sacrifice. However, the sacrificial horse disappeared, and his sixty thousand sons went searching for it. Why Did King Bhagiratha Want…

MyLifeXP · Nov 5

Why Did Goddess Saraswati Curse Lakshmi? Story Behind Their Divine Dispute

According to the Devi Bhagavata Purana, Goddess Lakshmi, Goddess Saraswati and Goddess Ganga lived close to Lord Vishnu in Vaikuntha. The text describes all three as equally loved by him. However, a disagreement arose among the goddesses when Vishnu was away. Why Did Goddess Saraswati Become Angry? Why Did Goddess…

MyLifeXP · Nov 5

Why Did Lord Brahma Lose One of His Five Heads? The Lesser-Known Mythological Story

Lord Brahma is known as the creator of the universe in Hindu tradition. He is usually shown with four faces, each looking in a different direction. These four heads are commonly associated with the four Vedas, which represent sacred knowledge.However, some Puranic accounts describe Brahma as having five heads. One…

MyLifeXP · Nov 5