Hindu worshippers crowd the giant statue of the elephant-headed god, Ganesh. (AP Photo/Rajanish/Kakade) You may recognize Ganesh — he’s famous around the world for his elephant head.

Shravan Purnima, a highly auspicious day in Hinduism, will be celebrated on August 9, 2025. This day, occurring during the ...

Buckets of holy water slung over their shoulders, millions of Hindu devotees have been walking for days. The water, scooped up from the holy river Ganges, is destined for the pilgrims’ local ...