In India, elephants are not just animals; they are iconic figures, deeply intertwined with the nation’s spiritual heritage and rich history. Their presence at cultural festivals and temple ...

We all need to feel linked, connected, not merely through family and society, but to the wider mysterious universe ...

The popular Ganesha festival began on Wednesday, with Hindu devotees across India celebrating the birthday of elephant-headed ...

Video footage and photos captured this year’s event in Mysuru show why it is one of India’s — and the world’s — most remarkable festivals.

REUTERS Elephants are an important part of Indian culture and are often seen during festivals and processions in the country’s south.

Indian elephant's cultural significance is deeply intertwined with urgent conservation challenges, as these revered animals ...

According to report, it took a couple of hours to control the elephant and prevent further damage. More than 20 injured as elephant turns violent during festival in India More than 20 people were ...

WATCH: Elephant rampage at Kerala festival leaves 17 injured in India Footage from the event captured five elephants, adorned with golden plates, parading through the crowd.

On India's west coast, revelers hoist up statues of an elephant-headed god, and parade them toward the Arabian Sea. They sing and chant, and hand out food to bystanders. For 10 days, they perform ...

Elephants are an important part of Indian culture and are often seen during festivals and processions in the country's south. They are also used in the north and west as tourist attractions at ...