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From bolts to blue jets, lightning comes in many strange forms

Lightning has captured people’s fascination for millennia. It’s embedded in mythology, religion and popular culture. Think of Thor in Norse mythology or Indra in Hinduism.

The Conversation

The 200-year-old paintings blocked from leaving the UK

The series is valued at £280,000

The Independent UK

Export bar placed on ‘beautiful’ Hindu paintings

The Devi Mahatmya – illustrating the tale of the Divine Mother of Hinduism – are valued at £280,000.

Evening Standard

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Diwali celebrations in Australia: ‘It’s about sharing our joy and excitement’

Lights, fireworks and feasting are staples of Hinduism’s festival of light, which hails the triumph of goodness over evil

The Guardian - AU

‘Sitting on a volcano’: Two Indian temples clash as politics and faith mix

The Jagannath temple in Puri has been among Hinduism’s most sacred shrines for 1,000 years. Can an upstart challenge it?

Al Jazeera

Third Circuit: No Establishment Clause Violation in School Lessons on Islam

From Hilsenrath v. School District of the Chathams, decided yesterday by the Third Circuit (Judge Thomas Hardiman, joined by Judge… The post Third Circuit: No Establishment Clause Violation in School Lessons on Islam appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason

Two decades after ousting their king, Nepalese protesters want him back

‘I was in the protests that took away monarchy, but I was mistaken’

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AP PHOTOS: Devotees across India celebrate the Shivaratri festival in honor of Hindu god Shiva

Millions of devotees across India are celebrating the Shivaratri festival that honors the Hindu god Shiva, one of the main deities of Hinduism.

The Independent UK

Hindu ascetic rising from the river after a holy dip is emblematic of Maha Kumbh festival in India

The man appears in a silhouette after rising from the river. His dreadlocked hair is flicked backwards, sending a stream of water in a clockwise swirl. Others surround him, with some holding the saffron flag of Hinduism, all repeating a centuries-old ritual that Hindus believe cleanses them of their sins…

The Independent UK

Sacred strokes of color on foreheads are a major display of Hinduism at India’s Maha Kumbh festival

A vermilion dot on the forehead is one of India’s most widely accepted Hindu cultural insignias

The Independent UK

Dual face of BJP revealed through such orders," Delhi CM on Religious Committee decision

Delhi CM Atishi said, "The dual face of BJP is revealed through such orders. On one hand, they pretend to protect Hinduism, while on the other, they secretly instruct their appointed officers and LG to demolish temples." Read further on Dynamite News:

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Bhagavad Gita for children: 7 meaningful shlokas with deep message

A work of knowledge that speaks to people of all ages is the Bhagavad Gita. It is a prominent religious scripture in Hinduism that takes the form of a conversation between Prince Arjuna and Krishna, an avatar of the Hindu deity Vishnu. The sacred book is a source of profound…

The Times of India

How Ambedkar’s vision challenges RSS Hindutva in Nagpur

Nagpur is a city with deep roots in two powerful ideological movements that have shaped India’s political landscape. The RSS gained popularity in Nagpur after its formation in the 1920s. On another front, Deekshabhoomi in Nagpur is where Dr BR Ambedkar made his decisive shift from Hinduism to Buddhism.

Newslaundry

Meet Tulsi Gabbard's family: All about her parents, siblings and husband

Tulsi Gabbard, has been named as the director of national intelligence, by President-elect Donald Trump, a position that would see her overseeing 18 intelligence agencies. A former democrat from Hawaii and a self-proclaimed Hindu American, Gabbard is also a Krishna devotee. Born on April 12, 1982 in Leloaloa, American Samoa,…

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The 4 ‘ashramas’ of Hinduism and what they can teach us about aging gracefully

Aging is often feared, resisted, and in the cruelest of cases, mocked and even punished.

International Business Times

From Indonesia To Singapore: Four Stages Of Pope's Trip

Pope Francis will visit Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor and Singapore over the next fortnight in his most ambitious trip in 11 years leading the worldwide Catholic Church.

The Times of India

How to blow Shankha and immense health benefits associated with it

Blowing the shankh, or conch shell, holds significant cultural and spiritual importance in various traditions, particularly in Hinduism. The Holy sound of Shankh, or the Shankhnaad is believed to attract positive energy. Blowing Shankh is a part of the religious rituals Hindus follow every day. Shankh is also blown during…

The Times of India

Hanuman Bahuk: Tulsidas's powerful prayer which is said to heal diseases in Kaliyug

Medicine and faith go hand in hand for several people. While scientifically it is advised to undergo regular treatment and medical procedure, some people keep their hopes attached to the faith they follow. Hinduism preaches worshiping several deities and they are associated with curing ailments. Mythologies, stories and words of…

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What’s Your Ism? Shalin Maria Lawrence on Dalit Christians in anti-caste discourse

Caste and untouchability owe their origins to brahmanical Hinduism. But caste oppression is not restricted to the Hindu community. Dalit Christians and Dalit Muslims face challenges in asserting their rights and demanding affirmative action.

The Hindu

Shashi Tharoor interview | ‘Only guarantee we have got from Modi is that his promises will all be broken’

Shashi Tharoor seeks fourth term in Lok Sabha, faces tough battle with BJP candidate in Thiruvananthapuram constituency.

The Hindu

The Gujarat government circular on regulating religious conversions to Buddhism and its implications | Explained

The Gujarat government recently issued a circular clarifying that Buddhism and Hinduism must be considered as two separate religions for religious conversions. We examine.

The Hindu

BJP’s goal is to have only one government: Chidambaram

P. Chidambaram, veteran Congressman and former Union Finance Minister, feels the fervour for militant, extreme, right-wing Hinduism is working in favour of the BJP in the Hindi belt.

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Exploring The Diversity Of World Religions

Discover the world's major religions, from Christianity and Islam to Hinduism and Buddhism, each with rich histories and unique teachings.

The Times of India

Medicines in Markandeya Puran that are believed to have magical healing properties

The Markandeya Purana, one of the eighteen major Puranas in Hinduism, contains various references to medicines and herbs believed to possess magical healing properties. These references are primarily found in the context of ancient mythological narratives and spiritual teachings, to use them as medicines one must consult an expert or…

Al Jazeera

Outside Bali, Indonesia’s Hindus celebrate Nyepi in intimate ceremonies

The Balinese new year, known as Nyepi, is marked by reflection, fasting and meditation.

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