The item pictured is a *Ghanta*, a traditional ritual handbell with a rich spiritual and cultural history rooted in Hinduism and Buddhism in South Asia. Ancient origins and religious use—*Puja* worship: The use of these bells is documented in ancient Vedic texts dating back thousands of years. The bell is an integral part of daily worship rituals in temples and at home shrines. Dispelling negative energies: According to tradition, ringing the bell is intended to invite deities and positive energies into the prayer space while simultaneously driving away evil spirits and negative energies.