In Hinduism, cremation is traditionally the most important part of the funeral rites. But many crematoriums have had to build makeshift funeral... Pandemic Complicates Hindu Cremation Funeral Rites In ...

(RNS) — Hindu advocates hope the new bill would better fit the spiritual needs of a community that largely cremates its dead. (RNS) — At the funeral of Nikunj Trivedi’s uncle a few years ago, the ...

Despite cultural barriers, environmental bodies and government agencies are exploring alternatives to cremation.

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