Current Headlines: Hinduism and Related Topics

''Hindutva is Hinduism in paranoia': Mani Shankar Aiyar in Kolkata'

In a Kolkata debate, Congress' Mani Shankar Aiyar slammed Hindutva, terming it 'Hinduism in paranoia' that makes 80% of Hindus fear 14% of Muslims. He distinguished the political tract of Hindutva ...

'‘Hindutva asks 80 per cent Hindus to quiver in front of 14 per cent Muslims’: Mani Shankar Aiyar'

“It (Hindutva) asks 80 per cent Hindus to quiver in front of 14 per cent Muslims. Hindutva is a BJP leader slapping a blind, hungry tribal girl because she attends a Christmas lunch in a church.

'How ancient India transformed the world'

Those who do not learn lessons from history are condemned to repeat the same.” In today’s battle of narratives, it is imperative to know actual history rather than history twisted according ...

'Ethics Simplified : How does Vivekananda’s philosophy take us from ‘I’ to humanity?'

A chance train meeting, an unexpected letter from Harvard, and a speech that stunned the world—what lay behind Swami Vivekananda’s global impact? Let us explore how his philosophy transforms personal ...

'Sumedha Verma Ojha on Somnath Temple: 'It is... a symbol of resilience,' not defeat'

In this special report, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits the historic Somnath temple for the Somnath Swabhiman Parv. The discussion focuses on the temple's profound historical and cultural ...

'Question paper row: Chhattisgarh school headmistress suspended, moderator faces dismissal'

Chhattisgarh headmistress suspended over controversial exam question about 'Ram'; moderator faces dismissal amid protests and inquiries.

'Sai Swaroopa Iyer: 'Hinduism is one civilisation that does not separate religion from science''

This special report covers Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the memorial of Raja Hamir Singh Gohil near the Somnath temple, honouring the historical resistance against invaders. Author Sai ...

'South Central 57: Chandrababu Naidu’s RSS shift and the Kochi Biennale controversy'

Hosts discuss recent political developments in Andhra Pradesh, including CM Chandrababu Naidu’s growing affiliation with the BJP. They also look at the controversy at the Kochi Biennale, where a ...

'How the highway to Hinduism's holiest shrines became a death trap'

The Modi government ignored expert warnings and widened the roads to the Chardham in the Himalayas. The fallout is now visible on the ground.

'Sharia, Manusmriti, and the Indian Constitution: A Comparative Perspectiv'

The Indian Constitution has been the outcome of the values which emerged during our freedom struggle. The Constituent Assembly, broadly a representative of India, formulated the Indian ...

'Right Word | How RSS Defines Hindutva Today — And Why It Remains Relevant'

The RSS turned 100 this year on Vijayadashami. It was founded by Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in 1925. Mohan Bhagwat, the current Sarsanghchalak of the RSS, is its sixth Chief Mentor. The five earlier ...

'Akshaya Tritiya 2026: Know Date, Auspicious Muhurat, And Significance Of Buying Gold And Silver'

Akshaya Tritiya 2026 will be observed on April 19. Check the auspicious muhurat, date, and significance of buying gold and silver on this highly sacred Hindu festival.