Category Archives: religion

Caste in Ink

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Makarand karkare

I had written an article, Caste is cast in stone, a few days ago about how we as a society are still shackled by the caste prejudice. I was strongly reminded of it again today. Today’s front page news in … Continue reading →

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पंढरीची वारी, Annual pilgrimage to Pandharpur

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Makarand karkare

Today is आषाढी एकादशी, 11th day of the month of Aashaadh as per the Hindu Lunar calendar. To almost everyone in Maharashtra, it’s the day one worships Vitthal, also known as Vithoba, and keep a fast for that day. Vithoba … Continue reading →