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The Gods That Ate Everything

Posted on September 17, 2016 by

The last week or two in Mumbai we have seen a lot of celebrations (and a lot of chaos!) in the streets. Ganesh Chaturthi has filled the streets with processions of drummers and dancers as bappas were paraded towards their … Continue reading →

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Lessons I learnt from Durga

Posted on October 14, 2015 by

This is the auspicious time of Navaratri so happy Maha Navaratri to you all! This nine day festival was the first I celebrated when I lived in Mumbai, joining my neighbours for nine nights of dancing and celebration in honour … Continue reading →

Posted in Durga, Durga Puja, Feminism, Goddess, Hindu, Hinduism, India, Navaratri, Religion, spirituality | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments