In the lead up, homes and Sarna Sthals are lined with triangular, red and white Sarna flags. On the first day of Sarhul, the village’s pahan, who observes a rigorous fast, fetches water for the ...

A Pahan Puja was held in front of the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi last night to invoke blessings upon the people. The ceremony took place under the patronage of Professor Ranjani Gamage. Pix Nisal Baduge ...

The Newar community celebrated Pahan Chahre at Asan Chowk of Kathmandu on Wednesday. Also known as Pasa Chahre and Pishach Chaturdashi, the festival is marked by religious worship, processions and ...