Here is how the devotees performed bathing rituals: Multiple Akharas took part in the Maha Kumbh, notably Niranjani Akhada, Ahwan Akhada, and Juna Akhada, the largest Akhada in the Sanyasi tradition.

These artefacts are "royal treasures", an early title card in Mati Diop's documentary Dahomey informs us, that were pilfered from the kingdom of Dahomey by French colonisers in an 1892 invasion.

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Among the many millions who have attended the six-week-long Hindu celebration of prayer and bathing held every 12 years is a unique “akhada” — or religious order — a camp of transgender individuals.

Prayagraj (India) (AFP) – Transgender activists often shunned by society say they have found rare acceptance at India's Hindu Kumbh Mela festival by giving blessings to pilgrims attending the ...

While its rivals offered devotees virtual access to the event, Sri Mandir partnered with the Vedashram Trust and Sri Panchayati Mahanirvani Akhada to provide access to authentic rituals ...

Growing up in Mati City, Annilov is particularly driven to put his hometown on the map in the music and arts scene. He envisions a future where local artists receive more recognition and opportunities ...

Only two plots in the municipality had not been cleared because their owners were not found, then described the picture he saw when he arrived at Mati. “We went by coach to Mati. I can’t ...