A Hindu devotee performing Sraddha, (yearly death ritual) on the banks of Bagmati river at Pashupatinath on Father's Day, Friday, 17 Aug 2012. nepalnews.com/rh

A devotee buying Kuse (an auspicious grass) on the Day of Kuse Aunsi (no moon night). It is believed that keeping kuse in the home today will bring well-being and prosperity in the family throughout the year. Nepalnews.com/rh