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Durga Puja 2026: Start Date, Vrat & Significance

Maa Durga festival season arrives well before the pandals open up. It begins with the auspicious day of Mahalaya, where people pay tribute to their forefathers and welcome the arrival of Devi Paksha. The next day marks the arrival of Shardiya Navratri, beginning with Kalash Sthapana for nine days of…

MyLifeXP · 9h ago

9 Forms of Shakti Hidden in Navratri Kanya Pujan

During Navratri, Kanya Pujan can sometimes become a quick ritual. We see a group of young girls passing by, invite them home, offer food and gifts, and complete the ceremony. But traditional Hindu texts describe Kumari Puja with a much deeper idea. According to the Devi Bhagavata Purana, girls from…

MyLifeXP · Oct 7

Dil Dosti Dance's Shakti Mohan lives in three-storey Mumbai home featuring 400-plus plants, travel souvenirs, Indian-inspired interiors, trophy collection and a private balcony that became her peaceful retreat during lockdown

Shakti Mohan house tour: Shakti Mohan's home in Mumbai features a spacious living room filled with personal memorabilia and travel souvenirs. The dining area is designed for family gatherings, showcasing the importance of shared meals. A beautiful terrace balcony houses over 400 plants, serving as a peaceful retreat for family…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

If Gods Do Everything, What Are the Goddesses Doing?

We often talk about discipline, ambition, productivity and motivation as the keys to success. But what happens when doing more is no longer the answer? Hindu philosophy offers another way to look at this balance through the relationship between the divine masculine and feminine. Brahma creates, Vishnu sustains and Shiva…

MyLifeXP · Sep 24

Did Parvati Really Get “Kidnapped”? The Story Explained

What if the story behind Hartalika Teej is not really about getting a husband at all? The festival is closely associated with Goddess Parvati’s intense devotion to Shiva. According to the traditional story, Parvati wanted to marry Shiva, while her father had another marriage in mind for her. Her friends…

MyLifeXP · Sep 13

What Gorakhnath and the Nath Yogis Knew About the Body That Modern Yoga Quietly Erased

The Body Was Never the ProblemSomewhere between the twelfth century and the present, the body got demoted. In the version of yoga that fills studios today, the physical form is a vehicle, something to stretch, align, and eventually transcend. The Nath yogis, the lineage that Gorakhnath shaped into one of…

Times Life · Sep 13

Why Is One Member Missing From Shiva’s Family Statues?

At first glance, Shiva’s family may look like one of the most unusual families in Hindu tradition. Shiva has a snake around his neck, while Kartikeya rides a peacock, traditionally seen as the snake’s natural enemy. Ganesha has a mouse as his vehicle, while Nandi is always by Shiva’s side.…

MyLifeXP · Sep 11

Why Does Maa Parvati Reside in Hanuman Ji’s Tail?

Ravan thought he had found the perfect way to humiliate Hanuman Ji. He ordered his soldiers to wrap cloth around the Vanar’s tail, soak it in oil and set it on fire. But there was one thing Ravan did not understand. The tail he wanted to use as a weapon…

MyLifeXP · Aug 30

What Shankaracharya Learned From a Woman at Manikarnika

What happens when someone who has spent a lifetime teaching the highest truths suddenly finds himself unable to answer one simple question? According to a popular traditional account, something like this happened to Adi Shankaracharya in Kashi. During his travels, Shankaracharya reached the sacred city with his disciples and passed…

MyLifeXP · Aug 27

Kangana Ranaut backs Vande Mataram, counters Sharmila Tagore's concerns over religious references

Kangana Ranaut defended the national song Vande Mataram after Sharmila Tagore raised concerns. Tagore felt some verses were difficult for monotheistic followers to accept. Ranaut countered that poetry uses metaphors and artistic license for effect. She argued Shakti references represent strength and empowerment, not just religion. The debate highlights Vande…

The Economic Times · Aug 21