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Frog Marriage Tradition in India In general, marriage brings companionship and support to two individuals. But have you ever heard of a marriage believed to bring rainfall as well? Yes, it’s true, but the wedding is not between humans. It is a ceremonial marriage between a male and a female frog, performed by people. For centuries, many communities across India have conducted frog marriages during summer or at the beginning of the monsoon, hoping to invite rain. This tradition is known by different names in different regions. In Assam, it is called Bhekuli Biya; in Tripura, Banger Biye; and in the southern states of India, it is known as Manduka Parinayam or Kappala Pelli. How Is a Frog Marriage Performed? For the frog marriage, a male and a female frog are collected from the nearby ponds or water bodies and decorated like a bride and groom. During the wedding, sindoor is applied to the bride’s forehead. In some regions, the male frog symbolically ties a sacred yellow thread (mangalsut...

Exploring the History, Beliefs, and Health Risks of Applying Kajal to Babies.   The way people care for and protect newborns varies across cultures and varies over generations. In many traditional societies, a small black dot is considered a protective symbol believed to ward off the evil eye and negative energy. Kajal has been used for thousands of years to enhance the appearance of eyes in many parts of the world. Even today, kajal continues to be a staple in the beauty kit of many girls.  Historically, however, kajal was valued much more than beauty in many ancient traditions across India, Africa, and the Middle East. People believed that applying kajal could protect the wearer from the evil eye. Over time, this belief became deeply rooted in family traditions and continues to be followed by many parents today.  Why Do Parents Apply Kajal to Newborn Babies? Newborn babies often receive endless compliments for their innocent smiles and cute looks. In many traditional so...