Pindadan begins in Gaya, million pilgrims expected
The fortnight-long Pitrapaksh period, considered by the Hindus as auspicious for offering `pindadan` -- religious service seeking salvation for the dead from the cycle of rebirth, began in Bihar`s Gaya town on Thursday.
Sep 15, 2016, 16:01 PM IST
Nalanda flooded, 6 rivers including Ganga flowing above dangerous red marks in Bihar
The Falgu river on Sunday inundated a vast area in Nalanda district affecting 10,000 people, while the water level in the Ganga and five other rivers has crossed the danger mark at different places in Bihar.
Aug 14, 2016, 19:43 PM IST
