Across Nepal, dogs were worshipped as loyal companions and protectors. They are regarded as the messengers of Yama, the god of death. From honouring them with garlands to putting vermilion powder ...

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Kukur Tihar, Nepal’s annual dog worship festival held on October 20, 2025, honours the loyalty and companionship of dogs by adorning them with garlands, applying tikas, and offering special food. The ...

Veteran actress of Bollywood Manisha Koirala took to her social media account on the 20th of October to share a glimpse of a very sacred yet unique tradition held in Nepal. Sharing a glimpse of Kukur ...

Nikita Gautam was watching angry street protests from the terrace of her home in Gaushala on 9 September when a group started attacking the police station across the road. Soon, it was on fire. Police ...

Nepal celebrated Kukur Tihar, the festival that honors dogs for their loyalty and service. From pet to police dogs, they were adorned with garlands, flowers, and vermilion powder. At the Nepal Police ...

Kathmandu [Nepal], October 20 (ANI): Nepal on Monday celebrated the second day of Tihar, commonly known as "Kukur Tihar", the festival of dogs , giving them VIP treatment. Dogs, regarded as the ...

A woman prepares clay pots for Tihar, a Hindu festival of lights, in Bhaktapur, Nepal, Oct. 19, 2025. These clay pots will be used as oil lamps during Tihar. (Photo: Xinhua) People prepare clay pots ...

President Ramchandra Paudel has expressed his hope that the festival of Tihar will inspire all Nepalis to uphold the values of mutual goodwill, tolerance, brotherhood, good governance, and prosperity.

(MENAFN- IANS) Mumbai Oct 20 (IANS) Veteran actress of Bollywood Manisha Koirala took to her social media account on the 20th of October to share a glimpse of a very sacred yet unique tradition held ...

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