India, June 25 -- Nirjala Ekadashi is one of the auspicious and sacred festivals celebrated across India among Hindus. The day is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu (one of the principal deities ...

"What are you giving up for Lent?" is a question Catholics direct at each other this time of year. "Giving up" usually applies to food, in keeping with the church’s ancient practice of fasting. We ...