According to Hindu mythology, Lord Ayyappa is the son of Lord Shiva and the demoness Mahishi, who was defeated by Lord Vishnu in his incarnation as Mohini. Ayyappa was born to destroy the evil ...

The Mandala Pooja, an important ritual marking the conclusion of the first phase of the annual pilgrimage to the Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa Temple, is scheduled for December 26. The ritual will be ...