In multireligious India, holy days across weeks create opportunities for rest and reflection. Hindus, Muslims, and Christians observe sacred times with fasting, prayer, and worship. The Sabbath ...

While Hinduism dedicates each day in the week to particular gods, Thursday – Brihaspativar or Guruvar – is usually devoted to Vishnu, and Brihaspati, guru of devas. On Thursdays, some Hindus ...