What India's Ram Temple Means for the Country's Upcoming Elections
While the inauguration of the temple may feel far removed from the hearts and minds of those of us living thousands of miles from India, it is more urgent than ever to stay vigilant against Islamophobia.
New York's Times Square witnesses Hindu joy over Ayodhya temple
Devotees in Times Square celebrated the consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, India, but the issue is controversial.
As assassination drives India and Canada apart, China gets a free pass
The shooting of a Khalistan separatist has raised tensions, but a death now being linked to Chinese harassment has passed without Canadian comment.
He Became Death, Destroyer of Worlds. If Only He'd Read a Bit Further...
The new film Oppenheimer includes a famous episode in which lines from the Bhagavad Gita flash through J. Robert Oppenheimer's mind as he witnesses the first atomic bomb explosion in July 1945.
Democrat defends Vivek Ramaswamy amid MAGA pastor attack
Pastor Hank Kunneman referenced Ramaswamy's Hindu faith in a recent sermon warning Americans not to vote for him.
The GOP Is More Welcoming and Inclusive Than Its Critics
The array of Republican challengers battling Donald Trump for GOP leadership offers an unprecedented display of diversity.
India's Modi Outfoxed Joe Biden
Giving Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi a global stage as the protector of the "Mother of Democracy'' while locking up anyone who gets in his way at home directly undermines President Joe Biden.
Charles appoints Rishi Sunak as second U.K. prime minister of his reign
The monarch and Sunak participated in the official "kissing hands" ceremony at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday morning.
Joe Biden mispronounces Rishi Sunak's name as new U.K. leader takes office
Rishi Sunak is Britain's first leader of color, after being appointed prime minister by King Charles III on Tuesday morning.
What is Diwali? Experts Explain the Origins and Meaning Behind Festival
The holiday goes back more than 2,000 years and is usually celebrated over five days.
Over 30 happy Diwali greetings and well wishes for friends and family
The festival is widely observed by more than a billion people across India and its diaspora.
Divine "miracle" vegetarian crocodile that lived in a temple dies at 75
It's believed the revered crocodile known as Babiya protected the Hindu temple since 1945. She was adorned in flowers and tributes by thousands of mourners.
Stunning Pictures Show Ancient, Long-Lost Temples Deep Inside Tiger Reserve
The structures were discovered inside Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve during the first expedition in the area for almost 100 years.
Man Charged With Hate Crime Over Taco Bell Rant Against Hindu Customer
Krishnan Iyer was verbally abused and attacked for his religion at a California Taco Bell last week.
Baby Born With Four Arms and Four Legs in India Hailed As Divine
Locals have suggested a baby in India born with four arms and legs, due to a condition called polymelia, is the reincarnation of the goddess Lakshmi.
People Keep Posting a Video of Condor Saying It's a Mythical Garuda Bird
The video has been revealed as a fake—however, millions have viewed it believing it shows the mythical creature flying over Indonesia.
Couple Gets Married in Hospital Room of Bride's Dying Father
Hospital staff transformed the room by bringing in traditional Hindu decorations, food and music for the occasion.
Alabama Overturns Ban of Yoga in Schools That Cited Hinduism Connection
The state barred schools from teaching the practice in 1993.
Heavy Rains Expose Hundreds of Shallow Graves in India
Along with revealing graves on the riverbanks, the rains have caused bodies to wash up on shore.
Netflix Faces Boycott in India Over Muslim Boy Kissing Hindu Girl by Temple
The controversy centres on British-made series, "A Suitable Boy," which follows the story of university student, Lata, in her search for a husband in North India in 1951.
Indian Right-Wing Group Tries to Set Up Hindu Prayers for Trump in U.S.
Indian right-wing group, Hindu Sena, has reportedly been holding prayers for Donald Trump across India.
Why Is Yoga Banned in Alabama Schools?
Schools in Alabama have been barred from teaching yoga since 1993, but legislators will debate a bill proposing to lift in the ban.
Skeleton Lake Where Ancient Dead Bodies Line the Shore Just Got Stranger
It was previously thought a single, catastrophic event had killed the group of people.
Life Satisfaction Boosted by a Sense of Oneness
The idea that humans form part of a greater whole—from nature to a divine being— have been explored by a range of religions and philosophical traditions stretching as back to at least the ancient Greeks and Hindus.
What is Holi? Facts About the Festival of Colors 2019
In the modern era, the festival includes a bonfire and the throwing of bright powders. But critics warn it has a dark side.
Woman Banished to Sleep in 'Menstruation Hut' Dies
The woman is believed to have died of smoke inhalation from a fire she lit to stay warm.
Uproar Over Indian Scientist's Bizarre Claims
The Indian Scientific Congress Association distanced itself from comments made by an Andhra University scientist.
When Is Hindu Festival of Lights Diwali 2018?
"Everyone dresses up, everyone is on holiday, everyone is inviting each other to their homes, there is a lot of warmth," one event planner said.
Ganesh Chaturthi: End of Elephant God Birthday Festival
Ganesha is one of Hinduism's most beloved deities and the story of his birthday reveals the reason for his unique appearance and demeanour.
Republicans Apologize for Offensive Hindu-American Ad
The Hindu American Foundation called it "highly inappropriate."