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BJP Criticises Former Vice President Hamid Ansari Over Comments on Mahmud of Ghazni

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday strongly criticised former Vice President Hamid Ansari following his remarks describing Mahmud of Ghazni, the Sultan of the Ghaznavid Empire, as an Indian. The party accused Ansari of distorting history and attempting to “whitewash” the brutal invasions of India.

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Why the Jagannath Idol Is Replaced Every Few Years

“न रूपं न च आकारं न चायुधधरं हरिम्। अपश्यं जगदीशानं दारुरूपेण संस्थितम्॥” He has no fixed form, no weapons in hand. Yet the Lord of the universe appears, residing in wood. At the sacred abode of Lord Jagannath in Puri, devotion follows a path unlike anywhere else. Here, God is…

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‘Hindu ekta khatre mein’: How TV news rewrote UGC’s equity norms

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Why Lord Vishnu Is Still in Debt at Tirupati & Why Devotees Are Paying It

Tirupati is not just a place of worship. For millions, it feels like a living relationship. People do not arrive only with prayers. They arrive with a sense of responsibility, belief, and quiet participation in a promise that, according to tradition, began in Kaliyuga and is still unfolding. At the…

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Why Is Lord Jagannath Without Hands or Feet? The Real Mystery

“पूर्णमदः पूर्णमिदं।” What looks incomplete can still be whole. When people see Lord Jagannath for the first time, one question comes naturally. Why does this God have no hands or feet? Almost every other Hindu deity is shown in a complete human form, with hands holding weapons or blessings and…

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Magha Purnima 2026: Date, Muhurat, Rituals & Spiritual Significance

Magha Purnima or Maghi Purnima is a highly significant spiritual festival according to Hindu traditions. This is the day in which the divine Kumbh Mela happen every 12 years at the sacred space of Triveni Sangam in Prayag. The belief is that the sacred energies of the Gods descend towards…

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If Krishna Died in Dwarka, So How Did His Heart End Up in Jagannath Puri?

Krishna’s story does not end with death. In fact, it becomes stranger, deeper, and more powerful after it. A god leaves his body in Dwarka. That city soon disappears beneath the sea. Yet far away, on the eastern coast of India, a temple rises where people believe Krishna is still…

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5 Human Qualities Lord Vishnu Protects in Kalyug

“यदा यदा हि धर्मस्य ग्लानिर्भवति भारत।” Whenever Dharma weakens, something must rise to protect what still survives. Kalyug is not an age of open villains. It is an age of confusion. People are rarely entirely wrong or entirely right. Truth is diluted. Morality is negotiated. Good intentions are often buried…

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The Lutyens blind spot: Mark Tully saw the English media’s disconnect with ordinary Indians

In 1991, Mark Tully, by then the face of the BBC in India and one of the most recognisable foreign broadcasters covering the country, turned a critical gaze towards the English-language news media in India.

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How Ancient Mantras Can Protect You from Modern-Day Stress

Modern life is filled with stress, tight deadlines, and constant distractions. Anxiety, fear, and anger often overwhelm the mind. Ancient mantras, preserved through generations, provide an effective solution. Rooted in Hindu mythology and spiritual tradition, mantras are sacred sounds that calm thoughts, balance emotions, and enhance inner peace. Regular chanting…

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Why Is the Practice of Niyog Rarely Talked About in the Mahabharata?

Ancient Indian society followed many structured traditions rooted in dharma, duty, and social responsibility. One such regulated practice was Niyog, created to preserve family lineage during times of crisis. In the Mahabharata era, continuity of lineage was considered essential for social stability and spiritual order. Niyog was not based on…

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Why Pushkar Is the Centre of Brahma Worship in India

“ॐ चतुर्मुखाय विद्महे हंसवाहनाय धीमहि। तन्नो ब्रह्मा प्रचोदयात्॥” Pushkar is one of those places that makes people pause. Not because it is loud or grand, but because it carries a strange spiritual certainty. In a country where temples exist at every turn, Pushkar quietly holds something rare. It is the…

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Why Lakshmi Blesses Those Who Stop Begging

The ancient texts never promised wealth to those who beg for it. They promised it to those who deserve it. Three temples across India prove this truth every single day. The Mahalakshmi Temple, Kolhapur

Devotees offering silent prayers without specific demands

This 1,300-year-old shrine holds a secret that most visitors…

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7 Reasons Why Calling Hinduism a Religion Is Misleading

तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय। मृत्योर्मा अमृतं गमय॥ Most people don’t wake up one day and decide to “follow” Hinduism. They grow into it through everyday life, through family habits, moral choices, festivals, food, and the way they are taught to understand success, failure, time, and responsibility. That is why many people…

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Why Temple Roofs Are Dome-Shaped: The Ancient Power You Feel but Never Notice

Have you ever stood inside a temple and felt calm without knowing why? One key reason is the dome-shaped roof above you. It is not built only for beauty. Based on centuries of experience, ancient Indian architects combined devotion, science, Vastu Shastra, and spiritual wisdom to design temple domes. The…

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5 Signs Hanuman Ji Is Removing Fear and Anxiety From Your Life

“न भयम् न च संतापः न दुःखम् न च दैन्यता। हनुमत् स्मरणादेव सर्वं नश्यति तत्क्षणात्॥” There is no fear, no suffering, no sorrow and no weakness that remains when Hanuman Ji is remembered with true devotion. Fear and anxiety rarely show up loudly. Most of the time, they sit quietly…

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Explained: Why Kanye West's swastika apology angered Hindus

When US rapper Kanye West, also known as Ye, published a full-page apology for antisemitic behaviour in The Wall Street Journal, he appeared to be seeking closure after years of controversy. Instead, a single line in the letter reignited a different and older debate, prompting Hindu groups to accuse him…

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Bhishma Dwadashi 2026: Date, Timings, Significance & Puja Vidhi

According to Hindu religious tradition, Bhishma Dwadashi is of supreme importance. It is the day in which Bhishma Pitamaha achieved Moksha. Hindu spiritual calendar points out that, this auspicious day falls on the twelfth day of the month of Magha (Shukla Paksha). In fact, it is believed that engaging in…

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Are These 9 Signs Proof That Lord Hanuman Is With Your Family?

मनोजवं मारुततुल्यवेगं । जितेन्द्रियं बुद्धिमतां वरिष्ठम्। वातात्मजं वानरयूथमुख्यं ।श्रीरामदूतं शरणं प्रपद्ये॥ Lord Hanuman is revered as the eternal protector and the embodiment of strength, devotion, and fearlessness. In Hindu tradition, his divine presence is not limited to temples. Devotees believe that when Lord Hanuman blesses a home, gentle and meaningful…

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Swords, slogans and Hindu Rashtra: The ‘mahant’ calling for a ‘religious war’ against minorities

Despite a 2023 Supreme Court order directing all states to take suo motu action against hate speech, such incidents have only surged in recent years. According to a 2025 report by the Centre for the Study of Organised Hate (CSOH), the number of hate speech incidents reached 1,318, surpassing the…

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Jaya Ekadashi 2026: Date, Timings, Vrat Katha and Rituals

Jaya Ekadashi is the day in which we can pay homage to Lord Vishnu for sustaining the balance of this world. This sacred time period is an excellent opportunity for us to purify our hearts and achieve the divine grace of Bhagwan. Lord Vishnu’s blessings, particularly on Jaya Ekadashi, will…

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Jaya Ekadashi 2026: 6 Sacred Vishnu Mantras Said to Destroy Daridra Yoga

Jaya Ekadashi falls in the Shukla Paksha of the Magha month and holds a special place in Vaishnava tradition. According to Padma Purana and Narada Purana, this Ekadashi has the power to destroy sins accumulated over many lifetimes. The word “Jaya” itself means victory, not just over external challenges but…

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From Kamakhya to Kalighat: Where Goddess Kali Tests Courage, Not Comfort

Goddess Kali is worshipped for truth, not comfort. Across India, her temples rise at places where fear begins to dissolve and awareness slowly awakens. These sacred spaces are more than religious landmarks. They are emotional sanctuaries where devotees face ego, loss, courage, and surrender with honesty. Based on ancient scriptures…

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'Deeply insulting to two million Hindus': North American body calls out Kanye West for calling Swastika 'destructive symbol'

“For thousands of years, the swastika has symbolised auspiciousness, good fortune and well-being in Dharmic traditions,” CoHNA president Nikunj Trivedi said. “Equating it with a symbol of hate is deeply offensive and undermines the religious freedom of millions who use this sacred symbol in their daily lives.”

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‘Hindu man looking down on Americans’: Casey Putsch says Vivek Ramaswamy is working with ‘anti-Christ’ in online rant

A political fight inside Ohio’s Republican Party involved a religious dynamic after Vivek Ramaswamy’s rival, Casey Putsch, launched multiple attacks at the Indian-origin leader, saying Ramaswamy works with the “anti-Christ” and repeatedly calling out his Hindu faith.

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