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Pope Benedict To Resign From Papacy On Feb.28

In an unexpected development, Pope Benedict would resign as head of the Catholic Church at the end of this month, the Vatican confirmed on Monday.

Feb 11, 2013

Kumbh Mela 2013: Thousands of Pilgrims Gather for Holy Dip in Ganges on 'Mauni Amavasya' [PHOTOS]

Tens of thousands of pilgrims are expected to bathe in the holy river Ganges on Sunday's occasion of "Mauni Amavasya" in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela.

Feb 10, 2013

Asaram Bapu Calls Critics 'Barking Dogs'; Gang-Rape Victim's Family Says Godman's Remark is 'Absolutely Illogical'

The family of the 23-year-old gang-rape victim has criticised spiritual leader Asaram Bapu's controversial statement on the rape case.

Jan 8, 2013

Pope Benedict XVI Joins Twitter; Followers Swell Up [PHOTOS]

The Vatican has announced that Pope Benedict XVI would join Twitter on December 12, coinciding the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Dec 5, 2012

Pushkar Mela 2012: World's Largest Camel Fair Kicks Off in Ajmer [PHOTOS]

The world famous Pushkar Fair or Pushkar Mela, the annual five-day cattle fair at Pushkar in Rajasthan, began on Wednesday with camel race, music, songs and other cultural programmes.

Nov 24, 2012

Haji Ali Dargah Bans Women From Entering Sacred Tomb

The trustees of Sufi shrine Haji Ali Dargah have banned women from entering the sanctum sanctorum, where the remains of saint Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari are buried.

Nov 6, 2012

Aamir Khan Off to Hajj Pilgrimage with Mother Zeenat Hussain

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan left Mumbai for the annual Hajj pilgrimage with his mother Zeenat Hussain on Friday evening.

Oct 21, 2012

In Pictures: People Celebrating Janmashtami in India

Janmashtami, also known as Krishna Janmashtami or Gokulashtami, is a Hindu festival marking the birthday of Lord Krishna. The festival is celebrated across the country with much pomp and splendor.

Aug 10, 2012

Amarnath Yatra: 6 Pilgrims Die of Cardiac Arrest

At least six pilgrims on their way to Amarnath cave shrine reportedly died on Saturday due to breathing problem during the ongoing yatra, officials said. According to officials, all the six pilgrims suffered cardiac arrest, taking the death toll to 78.

Jul 14, 2012