As Hindus in the D.C. area and worldwide celebrate the five-day holiday Diwali, they want to bring back their sacred symbol: ...

A link exists between 6,000-year-old engravings on cylindrical seals used on clay tablets and cuneiform, the world’s oldest ...

Researchers investigating how the first writing arose identified the motifs on preliterate "cylinder seals" used in the trade of agricultural products and textiles.

The 2,000-year-old geoglyphs offer clues to the ancient Nazca people and their rituals.

In Indian culture, weddings are elaborate celebrations that encapsulate the rich tapestry of traditions and rituals ...

Image Source : INDIA TV/PTI The 'symbol of justice' was redesigned under the directives of Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud. The familiar statue of 'Lady Justice', often seen with a blindfold ...

Ashta Laxmi encompasses eight manifestations of Goddess Lakshmi, symbolizing blessings such as wealth, food, courage, strength, and good fortune. These forms of Lakshmi—Adi, Dhana, Dhanya, Gaja, ...

The colours, traditions and rituals of the holiday all have special significance. Here are six important symbols of Día de los Muertos. It is traditionally split into three tiers. The top tier ...

“The Olympic symbol consists of five interlaced rings of equal dimensions (the Olympic rings), used alone, in one or in five different colours. When used in its five-colour version, these colours ...

To this end, a designation system is presented that includes symbols and an identification code. The differing established procedural needs of various organizations are recognized, where not ...

in the Hindu calendar month of Ashvini. Dhanteras is on October 29 this year. It is thought to be a lucky time to buy valuable things that will bring wealth, happiness, and success to homes and ...

Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. FILE – Belarus opposition activist Maria Kolesnikova stands behind bars in a defendants’ cage in a court ...