10 November 2014 is Sankashti Chaturthi (Monthly Sankatahara Chaturthi Ganapathi Poojan). It falls on Monday this month. This Sankashti Chaturthi falls in Margashirsha Month in North Indian Hindi calendars and in Kartik Month as per Kannada, Marathi, Telugu & Gujarati calendars. It falls in Aippasi Masam in Tamil calendar, Vrischikam Month in Malayalam calendar and Agrahan […]
Hindus are upset at depiction of Hindu gods in Vancouver (Canada) photographer’s recently premiered photo project “Gods of Suburbia”, calling it highly inappropriate. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, was highly critical of Dina Goldstein’s photo project for trivializing the highly revered deities of Hinduism, Ganesh and Lakshmi. In […]
Hindus are asking University of Georgia Athens (UGA) to declare Diwali, most popular Hindu holy day, as a university-wide holiday. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that UGA policy clearly stated “As a public entity, the University cannot be in a position of supporting, or appearing to support, one […]
Hindus have urged Filipinos to continue reaping the benefits of yoga, despite some unkind statements in the media. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that yoga, although introduced and nourished by Hinduism, was a world heritage and liberation powerhouse to be utilized by all. According to Patanjali who […]
In a remarkable interfaith gesture, distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed was honored with a siropa (robe of honor) at Sikh Temple of Reno (USA). Temple President Gurmail Singh Uppal presented the siropa to Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism. Talking on the occasion, Rajan Zed stressed that all religions should work together […]
Hindus have welcomed offer of incentives for minority ethnic Indian community reportedly announced by Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak at Deepavali Open House Celebration in Malacca on November one. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that this apparent commitment to help the minority ethnic Indian community was […]
Hindus are upset at unnecessary dragging of Hinduism in Marion County School Board (MCSB) elections in Florida. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, stressed that religion was something very personal and should not be an issue in a school board election and should not affect how a board member determined […]
‘Evangelism at Tirumala’ – A Paster named ‘Sudhir Mondithoka’ raised his ugly voice at Tirumala Tirupati, propagating Christian views and abusing Lord Venkateshwara and Hindu Dharma as well. The video of ‘Evangelism at Tirumala’ has gone viral.. The proselytise menace has raised its ugly head at Tirumala yet again the holy abode of Lord Venkateswara […]
Upset Hindus have urged Brazil based Cervejaria Colorado to apologize and withdraw its India Pale Ale beer carrying the name of Lord Vishnu, calling it highly inappropriate. This beer, named as Vishnu, is described on the company website as: “Vishnu, in addition to being named One of the principal Hindu deities, is also the name […]
New Jersey museum exhibiting Lord Shiva artworks till January 4, 2015… Hunterdon Art Museum (HAM) in Clinton (New Jersey, USA) is showing an exhibition containing several artworks devoted to Hindu deity Siva. The exhibition, titled “The Consciousness of Infinite Goodness” by Giovanna Cecchetti will run until January four next. One of its paintings is titled […]
Oregon State University (OSU) is launching religious studies major in the upcoming winter term and it shall include various Hinduism courses. “One area of emphasis is on the religions of Southeast Asia, including Budhhism, Hinduism and Islam”, according to an OSU release. Various Hinduism related courses offered include “Intro to Hindu Traditions”, “Yoga and Tantric […]
27 October 2014 is Nagula Chavithi. It falls on fourth day in Karthika Masam in Telugu calendar followed in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. It is most celebrated Naga Pujas in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. Nagula Chavithi falls on fourth day in Karthika Masam (the fourth day after Deepavali) in Telugu & Kannada calendars. Nagula Chavithi vrata […]
25 October 2014 is Bhai Dooj, Bhai Phonta, Bhatru Dwitiya, Bhagini Hastha Bhojanam… The second day after Diwali is celebrated as Bhai Dooj or Bhau Beej in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and other North Indian states, and as Bhai Phonta in Bengal and Assam and as Bhai Tika in Nepal. It is celebrated as Yama Dwitiya or Bhagini Hastha Bhojanam in South Indian […]
Ebola virus disease, a severe and often fatal illness in humans, is an international health emergency, a devastating and horrifying disease. Thousands have died in the ongoing Ebola epidemic. Nevada’s faith leaders from various traditions will join together to pray for God’s mercy and for the victims and their loved ones and care providers in […]
Vikram Samvat 2071 is the Hindu Year 2014-2015. It begins on Chaitra Shukla Pratipada, the first day of Shukla Paksha in Chaitra Month as per North Indian Hindi calendars. It ends on the day of Chaitra Amavasya in Hindi calendars. As per Gujarati calendar, Vikram Samvat New Hindu year begins on Kartik Shukla Pratipada (Kartik […]
Today, 23 October 2014 is Diwali, Deepavali festival. Diwali falls on Kartik Month Amavasya in North Indian Hindi calendars and on Ashwin Amavasya in Gujarati, Telugu, Kannada & Marathi calendars. Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated for five days in many places of India. Deepavali day is the third day of 5-day Diwali celebrations. The extravaganza […]
Hindus have commended Vatican for its “message to Hindus for the feast of Deepavali”, extending joyful greetings “on the festive occasion of Deepavali”. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, welcomed the Vatican for wishing “May the Transcendent Light illumine your hearts, homes and communities…” and desiring “harmony and happiness, […]
On Vijayadashami (October 3, 2014), the Jagadguru performed the Parayana of the Pattabhisheka Sarga of Srimad Valmiki Ramayanam and inaugurated – “JAGADGURU STOTRA RATNA MALA (http://stotra.sringeri.net)”- a web-portal developed by Sri R. Sivaramakrishna Sharma of Sri Shankara Advaita Research Centre of the Peetham. Speaking on the occasion, Administrator & CEO, Sri V R Gowrishankar mentioned […]
Museum of Fine Arts Boston (MFAB) is celebrating Diwali, Hindu festival of lights, on October 22. This free event will include dance performances, creating rangoli designs, “Diwali around the World” presentation and talks. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, applauded MFAB for celebrating Diwali, most popular of Hindu festivals, calling […]
Luther College; a college of the Lutheran Church affiliated to Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, a Christian denomination; will celebrate Hindu festival of lights Diwali on October 26. The Diwali program will be followed by refreshments and “a time for conversation”. Applauding Luther College for Diwali celebration, distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement […]