RARE PHOTOS: 3 | Vintage Vibes

Why Did Radha Rani’s Hair Look Like a Snake?

What if a simple description of Radha Rani suddenly became the reason for a divine realisation? A popular Vaishnava tradition tells a beautiful story involving Sanatan Goswami, Rupa Goswami and Radha Kund. Around five centuries ago, when the sacred places of Vrindavan were being rediscovered and developed through the work…

MyLifeXP · Sep 20

How a Haunted Hill Became Nainital’s Hanuman Garhi

Today, Hanuman Garhi Temple in Nainital is known for its peaceful surroundings, towering Hanuman idol and sweeping views of the valley. But local accounts describe a very different past. Before the temple complex took shape, the hill was associated with a children’s burial ground, and stories of children’s voices added…

MyLifeXP · Sep 20

Why Was Hanuman Born From Shiva’s Divine Power?

Lord Ram had to face a difficult journey in the Ramayana, but one of his greatest sources of strength came in a form that many devotees know as Hanuman. According to several Hindu traditions, Hanuman is regarded as an incarnation or manifestation of Shiva’s divine power, sent to support Ram’s…

MyLifeXP · Sep 20

What Was There Before Brahma Created the Universe?

What was there before the Sun, Moon, planets and even the gods appeared? Indian sacred literature has imagined this question in extraordinary ways. In several Hindu cosmological traditions, creation is not presented as a simple beginning from nothing. Instead, there are cycles of creation and dissolution, with the universe passing…

MyLifeXP · Sep 19

Why Modak Became Ganesha’s Favourite Sweet

What if a small modak sitting on your plate carries a story much older than the festival itself? For generations, modak has been closely associated with Lord Ganesha, especially during Ganesh Chaturthi. It is often described as his favourite offering, but traditional stories give this simple sweet a much deeper…

MyLifeXP · Sep 19

What “Bajra” and “Dhwaja” Really Mean in Hanuman Chalisa

The Hanuman Chalisa is often recited from memory, but some of its most familiar lines carry details that are easy to overlook. The verses “Hath Bajra Aur Dhwaja Biraje, Kandhe Moonj Janeu Saje” describe the divine form and symbols associated with Hanuman, while “Shankar Suvan Kesari Nandan, Tej Pratap Maha…

MyLifeXP · Sep 19

5 Things to Know Before Parsva Ekadashi 2026

This day has the designation of Parsva Ekadashi since it marks the full rotation of Lord Vishnu while asleep. The date of the Parsva Ekadashi is Tuesday, September 22, 2026. On the basis of the Parana period, the date will fall on Wednesday, September 23, from 6:09 AM to 10:12…

MyLifeXP · Sep 18

Why Is Ucchista Ganapati Worship Linked to Night Rituals?

Lord Ganesha is usually associated with auspicious beginnings, wisdom and the removal of obstacles. But within tantric traditions, there is a much less familiar form known as Ucchista Ganapati. His worship is described differently from the everyday Ganapati puja many devotees know. Ancient ritual texts treat Ucchista Ganapati as a…

MyLifeXP · Sep 18

Why Did Sahadeva Stay Silent During the Pandavas’ Exile?

Imagine watching your family lose its kingdom, seeing Draupadi forced into exile, and knowing that something terrible has changed forever. Most people would shout, argue or demand answers. But Sahadeva was different. Among the five Pandavas, he is remembered as the quietest, yet tradition often portrays him as exceptionally wise…

MyLifeXP · Sep 18

Canon R8 Mark II: 7 Features You Should Know

Canon has finally brought the EOS R8 Mark II to India, and this time the company has addressed one of the biggest gaps in the original R8. The new full-frame mirrorless camera comes with 5-axis in-body image stabilisation, 40fps electronic burst shooting, improved autofocus and 4K video recording. Priced at…

MyLifeXP · Sep 18