Compiled between 400BC and 400AD, it’s been told with countless voices and variations, a dizzying array of characters and ...

In the background, Bhishma carefully pulls the strings, making alliances and marriages, and making new strategies.

Bhishma Dwadashi, celebrated on February 9th, honors Bhishma Pitamah's unwavering dedication to duty and righteousness. The ...

Bhishma Pitamah was a key character in the Mahabharata, known for his unwavering dedication, loyalty, and sacrifice. He took a lifelong vow of celibacy to honor his father, Shantanu, and was ...

Kakinada: Vaishnav temples in the state were teeming with devotees on Saturday on the occasion of “Bhishma Ekadasi” festival. The temples reverberated with chanting of “Hari Nama Smarana-Om ...

Bhishma waited for 58 days on his bed of arrows to die on the auspicious day of Magha Shukla Ashtami, observed even today as Bhishma Ashtami. He gave mankind a lasting gift—the Vishnu ...

PM Modi on February 5 arrived in the holy city of Prayagraj where the Maha Kumbh is taking place for his shahi snan. He was escorted to the sangam by yogi Adiyanath where he immersed himself in ...

Basant Panchami falls on February 2nd, followed by Bhishma Ashtami on the 5th. Devotees observe Ekodishta Shraddha on this day in honor of Bhishma Pitamaha, a powerful character in the Mahabharata.

Interestingly, 5th February is also celebrated as Bhishma Ashtami, a day tied to an important event in the Mahabharata. Bhishma Pitamah, while lying on his bed of arrows, awaited the Sun's ...