Current Headlines: Hinduism and Related Topics

'The invention of Hinduism: How a civilisational ecosystem was flattened into a western religious mould'

The intertwining of colonial ambition and Brahminic scholarship led to a revised interpretation of Hinduism that echoes Western religious structures. This alteration dismissed the traditional social ...

'Of Constitutional Guarantees'

The Constitution of India allows Right to Freedom of Religion which means that adherents of any religion are free to practise and propagate their faiths. The main religions in India are Hinduism, ...

'Supreme Court’s Caste Verdict Deepens Exclusion of Dalit Muslims, Christians'

Barring Muslims and Christians from acquiring Scheduled Caste status violates the doctrine of equal treatment, discriminates against specific religions, and infringes on the freedom to profess any ...

'Supreme Court’s SC Ruling Rekindles Debate On ST Delisting In Jharkhand'

Critics say linking the Supreme Court’s decision on Dalits with the demand for delisting is an attempt to divert attention from the demand for the Sarna religion code.

'What we know so far about the Supreme Court’s ruling on reservation for converted Dalits'

The Supreme Court ruled that converts to religions outside Hinduism, Buddhism, or Sikhism cannot claim Scheduled Caste status or benefits.

'Madras HC stays trial against former Tamil Nadu minister for ‘hate speech’ targeting Hindu sects'

Taking note of the matter on April 17, 2025 the High Court directed the Tamil Nadu police to register a first information report against Ponmudy. When no case was registered, the court initiated suo ...

'Faiths and fences: On reservation benefits, religious groups'

SC communities began using religious conversion itself as an act of assertion and autonomy. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar himself led a mass conversion of SC members to Buddhism. Notably, he converted to Buddhism ...

'How To Keep Tulsi Plant In Your Home As Per Vastu'

Some people keep Tulsi at home for greenery, but some keep it for positive vibes. In a Hindu household, the holy basil plant is believed to be a form of goddess Lakshmi. Its presence brings positivity ...

'I asked AI about God. It asked me about myself instead'

In week four of Rhik Samadder’s diary, our resident AI skeptic turned to HolyGPT to ask the ultimate question of why we are here ...

'Hindu minority in Bangladesh faces surge in attacks after 2024 uprising'

Ever since mass protests ousted Bangladesh's leader Sheikh Hasina in August 2024, minorities have faced a surge of vigilante attacks.

'Hanuman Temples Outside India: Global Devotion & Jayanti Celebrations'

Know about the famous Hanuman temples outside India. Explore the 85-foot statue in Trinidad, the Taos Ashram in the USA, and global devotion for Hanuman Jayanti 2026.

'No person other than a Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh can claim Scheduled Caste status, SC judgment'

Supreme Court rules only Hindus, Sikhs, and Buddhists can claim Scheduled Caste status, barring others from reserved benefits.