INTACH Filmit India workshop brings heritage storytelling to Visakhapatnam
INTACHs first Filmit India workshop in Visakhapatnam trains schoolchildren to tell stories of the citys cultural and natural heritage through short films
Ultra Far Right Christian Fundamentalist Again Witch-Hunting Farting Against Hindus
Your classic white supremacist Pieter Friedrich, an ultra-far-right Christian fundamentalist well known for his extreme Hinduphobic, religiously and racially rooted hatred against Hindus, was now back in New York wanting to ban Mohan Bhagwat, leader of that clown outfit, the RSS. Like a typical hypocritical white supremacist, hes now come to defend Gandhi when, in []
How Sanskrit is reinventing itself: From ancient texts to rides, reels and rap
From Paninis logic and NASAs algorithms to films, theatre, bikers clubs and Instagram reels, Sanskrit is carving out a place in contemporary culture.
How Sanskrit is reinventing itself: From ancient texts to rides, reels and rap
From Paninis logic and NASAs algorithms to films, theatre, bikers clubs and Instagram reels, Sanskrit is carving out a place in contemporary culture.
Video : Many Dead After Nepal/Tibet Floods and Earthquakes
More than 900 people are missing, and at least 400 have died in Nepal so far. What caused this Himalayan tsunami? Was it an earthquake or a glacier collapse? Palki Sharma tells you. Maa Gambhiri, coordinator of Isha Sacred Walks, gives the first account of a group caught in the devastating Nepal flash flood []
Onam: The many ways Keralam celebrates
Beyond the popular Onam narrative, featuring the Mahabali, pookkalam and sadya, the festival is celebrated in uniquely diverse ways across Keralam
Odisha: Who Owns the Mountains?
Amelia Earhart: the one who soared high in the sky
From breaking records to creating space for women in the aviation industry, Amelia Earharts legacy shines bright...
Hey Hindus Decolonise Yourselves ! There
It's very funny but not surprising to see the pro-Hindu lot call the anti-Hindu side Indian Leftist/Liberals/Secularists/Marxist and themselves as Right-Wing Nationalists while claiming to fight anti-Hindu propaganda, when in reality, calling anti-Hindus Indians Leftist/Liberals/Secularists/Marxists and pro-Hindus as RW-Right-Wing-Nationalists itself is the very anti-Hindu propaganda and narrative that the anti-Hindus want these confused pro-Hindus to promote.
While Madras went to bed early, Chennai stays up
From closing up about 9 p.m. to queuing up for a plate of biriyani around 3 a.m., the city has come a long way; pubs emerged in the 1980s, and following an IT boom and a growing night-shift workforce in the late 90s, tea shops stayed open, eateries mushroomed, and sports facilities and gyms extended their hours, keeping the city alive at night
Hindus back UNESCO World Heritage bid for Mount Olympus, home of 12 Greek gods
In a remarkable interfaith gesture, Hindus have voiced strong support for the official induction of Mount Olympus, the legendary home of ancient Greeces 12 Olympian gods, in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, described this mountain as a global symbol of humanitys shared religious [] The post Hindus back UNESCO World Heritage bid for Mount Olympus, home of 12 Greek gods appeared first on World Hindu News .
High-end Italian luxury brand Poltrona Frau has renamed its Giobagnara X Poltrona Frau Yoga Mat made from bull leather as Giobagnara X Poltrona Frau Exercise Mat after Hindus protested, calling it highly inappropriate. The product seen on Poltrona Frau website on July 19 (when Hindus protested) was named as Giobagnara X Poltrona Frau Yoga Mat; [] The post Italian luxury brand Poltrona Frau renames its bull leather yoga mat after Hindu protest appeared first on World Hindu News .
Hindu Samarasta Kawad Yatra, a drive to break the barrier of castes: Er.Rajesh Pathak
In 1989 whenShila poojanceremony for the laying the foundation of Ram temple construction was organized, the first worship of Shila was done by the Schedule-caste VHP (Vishwa Hindu Parishad) volunteer Kameshwar Choupal. Describing Ramrajya, in Ramcharitra manas comes the verse: Sab nar karahin paraspar preeti ( All live in mutual harmony). Emulating this high principal [] The post Hindu Samarasta Kawad Yatra, a drive to break the barrier of castes: Er.Rajesh Pathak appeared first on World Hindu News .
Hindus have warmly welcomed the announcement that Liechtenstein will change its centuries-old rules of succession, opening the door for a woman to one day inherit the throne of this European wealthy principality. Applauding hereditary ruling Prince Alois for the announcement, distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, termed the announcement [] The post Hailing Liechtensteins opening throne to women, Hindus push global monarchies to follow appeared first on World Hindu News .
For years, USCIRF has wrapped ideological hostility in the language of religious freedom, and its latest attack on Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Sarsanghchalak Ma. Mohan Bhagwat strips away the disguise. This is not scrutiny. It is an attempt to criminalize Hindu civilizational organization, stigmatize Hindu public leadership, and recast Indias majority tradition as suspect in the [] The post HinduPACT Condemns USCIRFs Smear Campaign Against RSS Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwats U.S. Visit appeared first on World Hindu News .
From heritage to high-rises, how Chennai grew taller
The coast that made Chennai, and the city that keeps remaking it
Art deco in Chennai: A guide to heritage structures Kasturi Buildings
From Kasturi Buildings to Dare House, Chennai holds a living stretch of Art Deco heritage. Born in 1925, the style, over time, has acquired a distinctly Tamil character, and continues to shape how the city tells its stories
The time when Travancore said no to longer Onam holidays in Keralam
In 1930s, Travancore Sri Mulam Assembly faced demands to extend Onam public holidays to 10 days, contrasting with the 11-day Christmas-New Year break. But then Chief Secretary N. Kunjan Pillai rejected the proposal, citing sufficient annual holidays
Madras Day: Three actors share their favourite Chennai food memories
Three actors, three journeys and a city full of flavours. For Madras Day, Nalini Nair, Nassar and Pasupathy dig into their food memories from beloved old eateries and childhood treats to the tastes that continue to bring Chennai home.
Jadavpur Seige: How a Campus Became a Political Battlefield
Sweet songs of freedom: How poetry stirred a nation to fight for its rights
Before speeches filled stadiums and hashtags flooded social media, songs carried the dream of freedom from one voice to another. Discover how music and poetry united a nation and continue to inspire generations today.
Every year on 1st July, India celebrates National Doctors' Day, honouring the dedication, compassion, and selfless service of medical professionals. Yet for a unique group of doctors who crossed the border from Pakistan seeking safety, dignity, and a new beginning, 3rd July has become a day of even greater significance. For the past four years, [] The post 3rd July Migrant Pakistani Hindu Doctors Day appeared first on World Hindu News .
Gulzar: A life in long verse and great form
Across poetry, cinema, songwriting and literature, Gulzar has continually reinvented himself while retaining an unmistakable voice and an enduring love for the written word
bell hooks: a pioneer of intersectional feminism
While courageous is onw word to describe her, bell hooks legacy goes much beyond bravery
A quiz on Indonesia, as the Asian country observes its Independence Day on August 17
A new Dimagi Naxal Janta Party account has emerged on social media after PM Modis dimagi naxal remark, gaining attention online.
'Dimagi Naxal Party' emerges online amid row over Modi's remark
A new satirical Instagram page, 'Dimagi Naxal Party,' has emerged following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'dimagi Naxal' remark.
Only those...: Rijiju clarifies Modi's 'dimagi Naxals' remark
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'dimagi Naxal' (intellectual Naxal) remark, made during his Independence Day address, has ignited a significant political debate, with Union Minister Kiren Rijiju clarifying that the comment targets those who support Maoists and separatists, not opposition leaders, while opposition figures like P Chidambaram have embraced the label in defiance.
'Dimagi Naxal Party' Instagram Page Gets 1.6 Lakh Followers In 24 Hours
Information on Instagram shows the account was opened this month. The log shows the username was changed once
PM Modi's 'Dimagi Naxal' Remark Sparks Political Slugfest: Chidambaram, Rijiju Trade Barbs
On the occasion of 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated nation for successfully eradicating Naxalites and warned to remain vigilant against what he termed dimagi Naxals (ideological or mental Naxals). However, PM Modi's 'dimagi Naxal' remark became the subject
Slugfest over Congress's P Chidambaram's 'dimagi Naxal' post
Proud to be 'dimagi Naxal': Cong's P Chidambaram hits back at PM
New Delhi, Aug 16:Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Sunday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his 'dimagi naxal' remark, and said, I am proud to be a dimagi naxal. Chidambaram's dig at the PM came a day after Modi warned the country about the 'dimagi naxals' who have allegedly entrenched themselves in the system and continue to pose a threat to society by manipulating policies. Modi urged the citizens to identify and isolate them. Speaking from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, the prime minister said the country had succeeded in removing armed Naxalism from the forests but warned that its ideological supporters were seeking opportunities to promote violence and anarchy.
This article arose in response to a reel shared by Laav Patel, raising the question of whether bringing Gag rati to the River Thames is appropriate. He further suggests that the Gag rati should remain confined to India, which misunderstands an important distinction within Hindu thought: Gag has a uniquely sacred geographical manifestation, but the sacred is not confined by geography.
Sumit Sarkar: Ways of historical thinking, his times and legacies
Historian Sumit Sarkar transformed how modern Indian history was understood, bringing ordinary people and their experiences to the centre of historical scholarship
Cheers, Professor! Remembering Sumit Sarkar
There is no other scholar, no other historian, who can match the breadth, sweep and intensity of Sarkar. He achieved all this while keeping his own presence barely noticeable in either his books or his lectures
A reimagining of masala cinema, Namaslay is a pyroclastic, genre-smashing horror satire that eviscerates the appropriation of Yoga in the Westproving culture is the blood that keeps the dead alive. Critiques how Western spaces strip yoga of its roots, turning a sacred, shared cultural practice into an expensive, commodified lifestyle What happens when the commercialization []
Raw Mango drops a handloom rap
Designer Sanjay Garg and rapper A-KAL (aka tennis player Adil Kalyanpur) on Raw Mangos rap song Handloom YAll and reimagining Indias textile heritage
National Handloom Day: Inside the Bonda tribes enduring Ringa weaving tradition
On National Handloom Day, a look at how women of Odishas Bonda tribe continue to preserve the handwoven Ringa, a weave that defines their identity
Video : An Amazing Speech By J Sai Deepak On What India-Bharata Is Suppose To Be
Sai Deepak gave an amazing speech at theSri Sathya Sai Baba Ashram, headquartered in Prasanthi Nilayam, Puttaparthi, about India- Bharata- which is still stuck in this post-colonial mindset, and it has to reconstruct its political identity rooted in its ancient Hindu framework of thought. He details the present-day government failings, but then he gives amazing solutions from Vedic thought that are relevant even in the modern age, which will not only take India forward but also the rest of the world. He also emphasised the oneness with nature that Hinduism has always inspired but is lacking in present-day India, thinking it's being modern in a Western materialistic framework. He calls for the Arjun mindset of taking action for Dharma, knowing Krishna is fully behind him.
Video : Terrorists Again Kill Another Two Hindus In Kashmir
NEW DELHI: Terrorists allegedly asked a Chhattisgarh labourer about his caste and community before shooting him dead in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district on Friday, according to his family members. The victim, identified as Deepak Ratrey, was among two migrant labourers from Chhattisgarh killed in the attack. Deepak, who moved to J&K a year ago to work at a brick kiln, was the sole breadwinner for his family. He is survived by his wife, a one-year-old son, a widowed mother, and a disabled brother. His father passed away a decade ago. Another labourer from Chhattisgarh's Sarangarh district, identified as Bhupendra, was also killed in the same attack.
Sisterhood of defiance: The Last Princesses of Punjab exhibition at Kensington Palace
At Kensignton Palace, The Last Princesses of Punjab reopens a silenced chapter of dispossession
Sisterhood of defiance: The Last Princesses of Punjab exhibition at Kensington Palace
At Kensignton Palace, The Last Princesses of Punjab reopens a silenced chapter of dispossession
Endangered tribal languages of North Kerala find new life in dictionaries
The project records the vocabulary, oral traditions and cultural identity of Mavila and Malaveduvan communities spread across the Kannur and Kasaragod districts
Video : Far Right Jihadists Kill Indian Muslim Policeman Guarding Amaranth Yatra
A Jammu and Kashmir Police officer deployed to protect the Amarnath Yatra was killed Wednesday after a terrorist opened fire in Anantnag town, triggering a major security operation across the area. Head Constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi of the 3rd Battalion of the India Reserve Police was on Amarnath Yatra security duty when he was shot at approximately 12:30 p.m. in the Lal Chowk area of Anantnag. He suffered critical injuries and was taken to Government Medical College Hospital in Anantnag, where he died from his injuries.
Video :Online Dotbusters Unleash Hinduphobic Racism Against American Indian Hindu Doctor
Well, with all the increased Hinduphobic racism and religious hate by the right wing and the left wing, it's not surprising the dotbusters are still hanging around. Indians, especially Hindus, face the most racist and religious hate, but we never hear these anti racist groups ever come out to speak against the Hinduphobic historical hate because Hindus are not even seen as human by most.
As expected, the Western media is using white supremacist colonial divide-and-rule terminology, especially when it comes to India, like how the British turned varna and jati into caste , with more added subcastes to fight each other, then turned Indians into indigenous tribes- Adivasi and non-indigenous people to fight each other which was rooted in []
Kan-kan mein Bhagwan is a cherished expression in Indian philosophy, conveying the belief that the Divine permeates every particle of creation. Literally, it means God resides in every atom, and, in todays scientific understanding, even within the subatomic building blocks that make up the universe. Nothing is devoid of His presence; every speck of existence... Read More
A stunning stone window in Tamil Nadus Tiruvalanchuzhi showcases Chola-era mastery
The exquisitely carved stone window the Nurai Pillaiyar shrine at Tiruvalanchuzhi, a masterpiece of the later Chola period, continues to inspire awe and stands as one of the finest achievements of south Indian temple architecture
A stunning stone window in Tamil Nadus Tiruvalanchuzhi showcases Chola-era mastery
The exquisitely carved stone window the Nurai Pillaiyar shrine at Tiruvalanchuzhi, a masterpiece of the later Chola period, continues to inspire awe and stands as one of the finest achievements of south Indian temple architecture
Video : Among The Indian Multi Comedy Delegation In Iran, A Pandit Speaks Out In Support
A multi-faith Indian delegation arrived to pay tribute to Irans late Ali Khamenei and later met with his son, known as the Cardboard Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, who hardly said anything as he was carried around by his followers. With more classic Hindoo A-holery A video of Pandit Vijay Kumar Sharma delivering a speech at an []
Video : Venezuela Earthquake: With Ram Siya Ram Playing Behind, Indian Doctors Win Hearts
Indian medical teams have set up a mobile hospital in Caracas to treat survivors of Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes, which have claimed 1,719 lives, injured over 5,000 people, and displaced thousands. One survivor praised the Indian doctors, saying their treatment helped ease her pain after enduring the terrifying disaster. The humanitarian mission comes as rescue and relief operations continue across the quake-hit nation, with tens of thousands still affected and thousands remaining unaccounted for. While Venezuelas Acting President Delcy Rodriguez was recently in India, she visited her Guru Sathya Sai Baba's Ashram, so not surprising to hear Ram Siya Ram playing at the medical camp
Video : Slovenian footballer Luka Majcen With His Hindu Tattoos Has Gone Viral Among Indian fans
Luka Majcen, a 35-year-old professional footballer from Slovenia, has captured the hearts of fans across India not just with his skills on the field, but with his profound spiritual connection to the country. Majcen has dedicated a powerful tattoo of Lord Shiva, accompanied by the sacred Mahamrityunjaya mantra, to his back. His journey began after []
Video : Temple Corruption in India ? Time for Real Hindus To Takeover
We aren't surprised by this Ram temple scandal, as temple corruption is going on across many temples, especially the major ones in India. Maybe this is why most are happy paying jizya-tax to the government, so it doesn't get aware of what's going on or just looks the other way, while getting their cash from the Hindu public.
Video : Canada Marks Air India Bombing Anniversary with Khalistan Terror Admission
Canadas intelligence agency has, for the first time, publicly stated that Canada-based Khalistani extremists planted the bomb that destroyed Air India Flight 182 in 1985, killing all 329 people on board. The CSIS statement reinforces Indias long-standing position that the attack was orchestrated by Khalistani terrorists operating from Canadian soil. The bombing remains Canadas deadliest []
Video : Scotland Honours Indias Father of Surgery Maharishi Sushruta
A bronze statue of Maharishi Sushruta, widely regarded as the Father of Surgery, has been unveiled at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, honouring India's ancient medical legacy and its historic ties with Scotland. Believed to have lived around 600 BCE, Sushruta authored the Sushruta Samhita, documenting hundreds of surgical procedures, diseases, medicinal plants and instruments. He pioneered reconstructive nose surgery and skin grafting techniques that continue to influence modern plastic surgery. The ceremony also marked the release of a new scholarly compendium exploring Sushruta's enduring impact, reaffirming his place as one of history's greatest medical innovators. Daniela Laurel brings you the details on Spotlight.
Video : A Texas Hindu Man Told To Remove Ganesh Deity From His Own House
An Indian-origin homeowner in Texas said he was advised to remove a statue of Lord Ganesha from his residence after a realtor suggested that visible Hindu religious symbols could discourage potential buyers. The incident comes amid growing debate over immigration and changing demographics in parts of the United States under President Donald Trumps stricter visa []
Video : Bangladeshi Hindu Sends A Warning To Far Right Islamists Who Want To Destroy Lord Rama Deity
An 81-foot statue of Lord Ram, set to be the tallest in Bangladesh, has been forced to a grinding halt at 80% completion
With a civil war about to be unleashed, thanks to the continuing appeasing by the Government which is now letting a city council decision overturn a decision for a Hindu temple to be now taken over by Islamists, it is no surprise. Worshippers from the Bharat Hindu Samaj temple on Rock Road in Peterborough are []
Video : Damon From The Vampire Diaries Hanging Around With Sadhguru
Anyone who has seen the classic Vampire Diaries series will recognise the talented Ian Somerhalder, who starred as Damon Salvatore, a chief vampire with a whole history of cruel violence and madness going back over a 100 years from where the story starts. So its probably natural hes now hanging around with a Hindu pagan []
Video : Venezuelas Acting President Delcy Rodriguez And The Sathya Sai Baba Connection
Hindu gurus and Hindu practises have been very popular across the globe even before the Beatles, but now, with India rising, the spread of Hindu practices and thinking is going to go into warp speed along with the rising popularity of gurus like Sadhguru, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and many others, which is why the []
