In a world where patriarchy has long dictated the rules, ancient Indian mythology carved out a bold exception. It didn’t just make room for women—it placed them at the very heart of the universe.

“या देवी सर्वभूतेषु शक्तिरूपेण संस्थिता। नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमो नमः॥” “To the Goddess who dwells in ...

If you’ve watched the hit Netflix show “Never Have I Ever,” you’re already familiar with the avenging goddess of Hindu mythology, Durga. The show’s lead Indian American character, Devi Vishwakumar, ...