The elephant is an important part of many religions. Elephants play a central role in Hinduism, Buddhism, and other religions throughout Asia and Africa—whether as deities, central characters in ...

The Birmingham Museum of Art has been celebrating Hindu culture since last year with an exhibit featuring Hindu gods, and the observance climaxes with events such as a Hindu dance performance this ...

MUMBAI, India (AP) — A large idol of the elephant-headed Hindu god Ganesha sat in the back of an open truck traveling along a busy Mumbai street, dwarfing other objects on the road. Hundreds of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Modern Indian festivals (poorams) feature live elephants in elaborate processions. Animal advocacy groups are fighting for better ...