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Indian Goddess

Politics

Madhya Pradesh Congress worker ‘worships’ Sonia Gandhi during Navratri, considers her a manifestation of ‘Devi’

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In Datia, Madhya Pradesh, Dr TK worships Sonia Gandhi during the Navratri because he believes she is a manifestation of the goddess.
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Our culture is not a ticket to your self-discovery: Indian girl writes to US nightclub with Gods on bathroom walls

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She not only got a response but also an apology.
Culture and History

Siddhidatri: The ninth form of Maa Durga who blessed Lord Shiva

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She is worshipped by humans, gandharvas, asuras and devas alike. 
Culture and History

Mahagauri: The eight manifestation of Maa Durga removes all obstacles of devotees

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Maa Mahagauri fulfils desires of her devotees
Culture and History

Katyayani: Born out of anger of Gods, the sixth avatar of Maa Durga killed the demon Mahishasur

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For slaying the demon Mahishasur, She is also known as Mahishasurmardini
Culture and History

Skandamata: The mother of Kartikeya, the fifth form of Maa Durga

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She is depicted as carrying baby Murugan or Lord Kartikeya in her lap while riding a ferocious lion. 
Culture and History

Kushmanda: The fourth from of Maa Durga credited with creating the world with Her smile

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She resides in the Suryalok, in core of the Sun.
Culture and History

Chandraghanta: The third avatar of Maa Durga who is always ready to fight the demons

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She rides a tiger or a lion to as a symbol of bravery and is also known as Chandika and Rannchandi.
Culture and History

Brahmacharini: The second incarnation of Maa Durga worshipped on second day of Navratri

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She is the unmarried avatar of Maa Parvati
News Reports

Town near Tokyo was named after Goddess Lakshmi, but there’s more that bind Hinduism and Japanese Buddhism

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Japan worships a host of Hindus Gods and Goddesses although they are not always aware of their origins.
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