Current Headlines: Hinduism and Related Topics

'What Really Happens In Badrinath After The Temple Doors Close? A Mystical Secret Only Saints Know'

After Badrinath’s doors close for winter, the shrine turns into a divine land of penance where Narad continues worship and saints meditate amid harsh conditions for six months.

'Why Hinduism doesn’t fit the missionary model'

A missionary (pracharak, in Hindi) is a relentless salesman. He sells God. He sells God’s message. For centuries there have been Christian missionaries, Muslim missionaries, and Buddhist missionaries.

'I Am A Hindu': Shashi Tharoor Evokes Swami Vivekananda To Tell The World What Hinduism Stands For'

In South Africa, at the revered Desmond Tutu Peace Lecture, Shashi Tharoor delivered a commanding and deeply reflective address on religion, coexistence and human dignity. Declaring “I am a Hindu,” he ...

'Export bar placed on ‘beautiful’ Hindu paintings'

The near-complete series of paintings depicts one of the most important narratives in Hinduism, with gold and silver paint used to portray scenes that range from quiet worship to violent battles.

'Different Faiths, Same Mission: Macon religious groups collect thousands of pounds for food bank'

Umiya Mataji Temple and New Birth Missionary Baptist Church are donating to Middle Georgia Community Food Bank as part of Stuff the Truck.

'Hinduism Course At University Of Houston Sparks Controversy'

HOUSTON, TX – At a time when Indian Americans are increasingly sensitive to allegations of Hinduphobia in academia, a controversy has erupted at the University of Houston (UH) over a course titled ...

'How Rutgers University became the battleground for Hindu inclusion'

In April 2021, the Hindu Students Council co-hosted its first Understanding Hinduphobia conference, and a resolution recognizing a “working definition of Hinduphobia” was passed unanimously by the ...

'JD Vance, his Hindu wife and Christian conversion: Indian uproar'

A debate has erupted online and in Indian social circles worldwide. The subject is U.S. Vice President JD Vance, who has been criticized for hoping that his Hindu wife, Usha, might one day share his ...

'Varanasi: SS Rajamouli reveals being atheist, makes comments on Hanuman; angered fans ask why make films on Hinduism, and ‘milk our mythology’?'

Varanasi: A controversial moment arose when Rajamouli revealed his atheism, sparking debate given his films' strong ties to Hindu mythology.

'SS Rajamouli unveils time-travel adventure film ‘Varanasi,’ with elements of Hindu mythology'

Filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli, the blockbuster movie director behind global hits like “RRR” and “Baahubali” that redefined Indian cinema’s scale and caught Hollywood’s ...

'Controversy in Maharashtra: Forced Conversions of Transgender Individuals'

BJP Rajya Sabha member Anil Bonde alleges a racket in Maharashtra's Amravati and Yavatmal districts forcing transgender individuals to convert to Islam. Some approached Bonde with complaints, creating ...

'First Look at S.S. Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' New Globetrotter IMAX Movie'

"On the rise To the world." This is going to be massive! At a special presentation in the city of Hyderabad, India, beloved Indian filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli revealed a vivid first look his next new ...