When we think of Hindu funerals, the image of a burning pyre by the river instantly comes to mind. The fire, rising into the sky, carrying the soul forward. But not many know that not everyone was ...

In Hinduism, cremation is traditionally the most important part of the funeral rites. But many crematoriums have had to build makeshift funeral... Pandemic Complicates Hindu Cremation Funeral Rites In ...

Is it possible to shrink the carbon footprint of the dead? An organization wants to persuade Indians to adopt "green" cremations and make an... In India, Eco-Friendly Cremation Is Easy — But It's A ...

Seeking patta for the burial and cremation ground, a group of Scheduled Caste people submitted petition at the Collectorate on Friday. The petitioners from Sadaiyappapuram in the district said the 500 ...