Current Headlines: Hinduism and Related Topics

'The BJP’s latest history heist'

Touted as another act of ‘decolonisation’, the BJP attempted further legitimisation by parading Rajaji’s great-grandson as a spokesperson. This is the latest in a series of opportunistic ...

'Harvard faces ‘Hinduphobia’ allegations over Sanskrit course'

Harvard University is facing criticism after an image featured on the Department of South Asian Studies website sparked allegations of bias ...

'A Hindu pipe band blending cultures in America'

A Swaminarayan Temple pipe band in New Jersey blends Scottish bagpipes with Indian heritage to spread unity and peace.

'Mexico Unrest: How Mexico's Most Wanted Was Trapped?'

Mexico’s security forces have captured one of the country’s most wanted crime figures after a high-stakes operation that unfolded over months of intelligence tracking and coordinated raids. The arrest ...

'Religious freedom vs. reconversion campaigns: Contradictions in the call for Ghar Wapsi'

If everyone in India is already Hindu, why the call for Ghar Wapsi—a return to Hinduism? Some proponents argue that DNA studies show that all communities in India share similar ancestry. However, ...

'5 details about the disappearance of musician Alex Gumm in Kauai'

Disappeared in Hawaii explores the 2018 disappearance of Maine musician Alexander “Alex” Gumm in Kauai, tracing his last known movements, spiritual quest, and the haunting unanswered questions.

'From Diwali parties to daily puja: Hindu campus houses push for deeper faith practice'

The Vivekananda House, a Hindu student center across eight U.S. college campuses, is contributing, says students, to 'a major push in how Hindus are represented on campus.' ...

'Hinduism has 1.2 billion followers worldwide. Here's what its like to be Hindu in Louisiana.'

The world’s third-largest religion, Hinduism has at least 1.2 billion adherents across the globe, mainly concentrated in India. When many think of India or Hinduism, they think of yoga, spicy ...

'"As long as society stands united in Hindu spirit, no one can destroy India": RSS' Dattareya Hosabale'

General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale stressed that India is witnessing a "golden opportunity" to regain global respect decades after Independence, asserting that no power in the world can destroy the ...

'India’s Hindu Right Seems Unstoppable. This City Shows How.'

Muslims make up a majority in Sambhal, but after deadly clashes over a mosque, they say they the arms of the state are now stifling them.

'At least 12 dead, dozens injured at Hindu temple in India during crowd stampede'

A crowd surge at a popular Hindu temple in southern India left at least 12 people dead and dozens injured, local authorities said Saturday. The death toll rose from nine to 12 people on Saturday, CBS ...