Hindus are upset at the artwork depicting TV star Kim Kardashian, 33, as a Hindu deity, which they say hurt the feelings of devotees and is irreverence and trivialization of the sacred. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that it was highly inappropriate that Kardashian was shown as […]
Maha Kumbhabhishekam in Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple, Amberpet (Hyderabad) will begin on June 30. Maha Kumbhabisheka utsavams will conclude on July 7. As a part of 35th Varshikotsavams of Guruvayur Temple in Amberpet, the Maha Kumbhabhishekam is being celebrated at the temple. With the divine blessings of Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham Sri Jagadguru Shankaracharya and […]
Of all the divine jewels, the Syamantaka Mani is said to be a very powerful Gem – it is believed to be a beautiful RUBY that adorns the neck of Surya deva himself and a gem which was subsequently worn by Shri Krishna. In India, it is believed that if one donates a fine Ruby to Lord Krishna, one […]
1 July 2014 is Vinayak Chaturthi (Angarak Yog). Angarak Yoga is an auspicious period, falls on Tuesday which coincides on Chaturthi of Shukla Paksha in every month. This Vinayak Chaturthi falls in Ashada Month as per all Hindu calendars of Amavasyant and Purnimant Panchang. It falls in Aani Masam of Tamil calendar, Midhunam Month of […]
Bhadraksha Mahatmya, Significance of Bhadraksha beads Among all the sacred trees as per Vedas and Sanatan Scriptures, Bhadraksha tree is an important one. According to Puranas, the tears of Lord Shiva are evolved into Somaksha, Indraksha, Bhadraksha and Rudraksha. Most of us know about Rudraksha but we do not know much about Bhadraksha which are […]
Vatican has a Vishnu Temple – Collections of Vatican Museums reportedly include a portable temple of Hindu deity Vishnu. This colorful 18th century Vishnu temple reportedly folds and unfolds revealing many stories of Vishnu and is made of wood, mirror, paper, pigments and glass paste. Collections of Vatican Museums also include bronze statues of Hindu divinities […]
Today, 29 June 2014 is Rathayatra in Puri Jagannath Temple. It falls on Shukla Paksha Dwitiya in Ashada Month as per Odisha calendar. Rathayatra is the biggest festival of Puri Jagannath Temple. As part of Rath Yatra, the idols of Lord Puri Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Subhadra are taken out in a procession to Gundicha Temple […]
Gundicha Temple, also referred to as Garden House of Lord Puri Jagannath, is located in Puri, Orissa. It is believed that it is built in the honour of Queen Gundicha’s devotion towards Lord Jagannath. King Indradyumna built the Jagannath temple and Gundicha temple in Puri. The temple is situated near Bada Danda at distance of […]
Here is the image of Amarnath Shivalinga on 28 June 2014. The annual pilgrimage to the 3,880 metre high holy cave shrine of Amarnath in south Kashmir Himalayas, commenced today from altal route in Ganderbal district amid tight security arrangements. Among religious chants, the first bath of nearly 8000 pilgrims who had reached Baltal base […]
Amarnath Yatra begins from Baltal route on 2 July 2015.. The annual pilgrimage to the 3,880 metre high holy cave shrine of Amarnath in south Kashmir Himalayas, commenced today from altal route in Ganderbal district amid tight security arrangements. Among religious chants, the first bath of nearly 8000 pilgrims who had reached Baltal base camp […]
Kharchi Puja (Kharchi Festival) is a week-long festival celebrated at Chaturdasha Devta temple in Agartala, Tripura. It is celebrated in Ashada month. In 2014, Kharchi Puja date is July 5. It is a unique cultural and traditional tribal feast in Tripura. The term ‘Kharchi’ means auspicious in tribal language of Tripura. Though it is a […]
Bathukamma, Telangana State Festival now.. Bathukamma becomes a state festival of Telangana, the newly formed 29th state of India. In 2014, Bathukamma festival begins on September 24 and ends on October 2. The BATHUKAMMA festival or Panduga is one of the most unique festivals of Andhra Pradesh especially of Telangana region celebrated mainly by the […]
Bonalu now Telangana State Festival. In 2014, Bonalu begins on June 30 and ends on July 20. Government of Telangana has declared the Ashada Jatara, popular as ‘Bonalu’ a State festival. The same is celebrated during ‘Ashada Masam’ in nearly 115 temples across the twin cities, including the Ujjaini Mahankali Temple, Secunderabad for several decades. […]
Weather Updates for Chardham Yatra – Now, weekly weather updates on Chardham Yatra.. The Met department has come out with weekly weather updates on the Chardham yatra in Uttarakhand where hundreds of pilgrims and locals died in the flash floods last year. The Indian Meteorological Department forecasts “generally cloudy sky with light to moderate rain/thundershowers” […]
Why do you want to learn? Why do you want to take all the trouble? Hold on to your grudge, and when you cannot then you have already forgiven (the person). It’s not easy to hold on to a grudge against somebody. If you are wise you’d say, ‘I am tired of this grudgeful feeling’. […]
Portsmouth City Council in Virginia (USA), established in 1752, had its first historic Hindu invocation on June 24 evening, containing verses from world’s oldest existing scripture. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed delivered the opening prayer from ancient Sanskrit scriptures before the City Council. After Sanskrit delivery, he then read the English translation of the prayer. […]
City of Frederick in Maryland (USA) has applauded distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed’s contributions “to better the lives of others”. A testimonial signed by Mayor Randy McClement and carrying the city seal and presented to Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, said: “We applaud the contributions you make to better the lives […]
Six faced Rudraksha, aka six mukhi or 6 Mukhi Rudraksha, represents Lord Kartikeya and is also known as Skanda. It is believed the person who wears is bound to have darshan of six Deva in his Body. It also blesses the person who wears with wisdom and victory. Before wearing six faced Rudraksha, it is […]
Today, 27 June 2014 is Amavasya (Ashada Amavasya, Jyeshta Amavasya, Aani Amavasai, Midhuna Maasa Vavu, Ashar Amabashya). Amavasya June 2014 date is June 27. Amavasya Time – begins at 12.07 PM on 26th June and ends at 1.38 PM on 28th June . Amavasya is June 2014 is Jyeshta Amavasya (No Moon in Ashada Month) in […]
Puri Jagannath Temple Timings: Opening, Closing Timings, Puja Times of Puri Jagannath Temple are given here. Puri Jagannath Temple is one of the ancient Temples in India. Jagannath Temple is located at Puri town in Odisha, Eastern part of India. Rathyatra is the most celebrated chariot festival at Puri Jagannath Temple. Puri Jagannath Temple Timings […]