Kathmandu, Oct 31, 2024 (AFP) - Nepal's day of the dog as part of Hindu celebrations

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With marigold garlands around their necks, dogs took centre-stage in Nepal on Thursday on a day dedicated to humankind's loyal friend as part of a Hindu festival. Kukur Tihar, the second day of the five-day Tihar festival, is reserved for worshipping dogs as agents of Yamaraj, the god of death, and for appreciating their loyalty and companionship to humans. Agriculture expert Dhani Ram Kharel, 74, who celebrated the festival at home, told AFP tha......

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