San Francisco’s Hindu chariot procession enters 50th year

The 50th Annual San Francisco Ratha Yatra Parade will be organized on August 14. The “Festival of the Chariots” (Ratha Yatra Festival) involves an interactive parade with people pulling three large chariots by ropes throughout Golden Gate Park. It also includes free vegetarian feast, live music, ancient Indian dances, etc. This parade is organized by […]

Holi Festival in Brussels

Hindu “festival of color” Holi will be celebrated in Brussels, which is the headquarters of the European Union, on March 27. Brussels Mandir and Indian Cultural Center in Evere (Brussels), which is organizing this festival, is welcoming all to participate in the celebration. Joie de vivre festival of Holi welcomes the beginning of spring and […]

yoga’s role in slowing brain decline – Research by Providence hospital

Supported by Alzheimer’s Association grant, Rhode Island Hospital in Providence researchers are studying whether regular practice of yoga can “help a brain in slow decline”. It is “recruiting people with mild cognitive disorder” to study whether yoga can improve their condition. “Yoga is an ancient practice known to improve mental, spiritual and physical well-being among […]

Designated “Hindu Prayer Room” sought at Lehigh University

Hindus are urging for a permanent and exclusive Prayer Room at Lehigh University (LU), internationally recognized research university in Bethlehem (Pennsylvania) founded in 1865. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that LU should respond to the requirements of Hindu students to provide designated prayer-meditation hall for rituals, quiet reflection, […]

“Largest Hindu Temple in N. America” under construction near Vancouver

A new Hindu Temple and Cultural Centre in Burnaby (British Columbia, Canada), which claims itself as “largest Hindu temple in North America” when complete, is currently under construction. This 31,000 square feet Temple, which claims to blend traditional and contemporary values, is said to be about 75% complete. Its prayer hall will accommodate 800 devotees; […]

Hindus welcome idea of Prayer Room in California’s Orange Coast College

Hindus have welcomed the idea of multi-faith Prayer Room in Orange Coast College (OCC) campus in Costa Mesa (California). Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that an interfaith space in the shape of Prayer Room would be a step in the positive direction for OCC. Many educational institutions in […]

Hindus welcome prayers to Hindu gods in St. Louis Chamber concert

The Saint Louis Chamber Chorus (SLCC) in Missouri will offer “invocations to Hindu gods” by John Schlenck in current 60th jubilee season on April 10 in its “All Manner of Gods” concert in University City. Choirs had celebrated various faiths over the centuries, distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed said, and urged world’s choirs of excellence […]

Hindus want nine included in Chelmsford Schools religious holidays list

Hindus are urging Chelmsford Public Schools (CPS) in Massachusetts to at least include nine Hindu holy days to its list of religious holidays permitting student absence from school. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that although they would like more holy days added to the list, but to begin […]

Santa Barbara Museum showcasing Hindu gods

The Santa Barbara Museum of Art (SBMA) in California is showcasing images of Hindu deities in an upcoming exhibition “Puja and Piety”, which will run from April 17 to August 28. It includes 12th century volcanic stone sculpture of Shiva, 11th century sandstone sculpture of Balarama, 19th century paintings of Kali and Devi, cart of […]

Emory University welcomes idea of Hindu Center developed by Hindu community funds

Internationally recognized Emory University in Atlanta (Georgia), founded by Methodists in 1836 and still formally affiliated with United Methodist Church, seems to be welcoming to the idea of a Hindu Center on the campus provided Hindu community comes up with the funding. Emory Vice President Dr. Gary S. Hauk, responding on behalf of President James […]

Exclusive “Hindu Prayer Room” sought at Emory University

Hindus are urging for a permanent and dedicated “Hindu Prayer Room” at internationally recognized Emory University in Atlanta (Georgia), founded in 1836. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that Emory should respond to the requirements of Hindu students to provide designated prayer-meditation hall for rituals, quiet reflection, festivals and […]

US Catholic University holds weekly Hindu aarti prayer

Benedictine University in Lisle (Illinois), a Roman Catholic research university in the Benedictine tradition, holds Hindu aarti prayer on Thursdays in its Kindlon Hall at 12:30 pm; per its website. Founded by the monks of St. Procopius Abbey in 1887, it claims to be “guided by our Roman Catholic tradition” and its Values include “a […]

Hindus welcome idea of Meditation Room in University of Wyoming

Hindus have welcomed the idea of Meditation and Prayer Room in University of Wyoming (UW) campus in Laramie. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that an interfaith space in the shape of Meditation and Prayer Room would be a step in the positive direction for UW. Many educational institutions […]

Hindus welcome Georgia baseball team adopting yoga

Hindus have welcomed Georgia Bulldogs baseball team of University of Georgia in Athens for reportedly incorporating yoga as a part of training. It helps the team in mobility, stretching, health, flexibility, injury prevention, peace of mind and recovery; reports suggest. Commending the Georgia baseball team for coming forward and providing an opportunity to players to […]

Hindus welcome launch of “meditation rooms” in University of Minnesota

Hindus are commending University of Minnesota Twin Cities (UMTC) for launching two meditation rooms on the campus for prayer, meditation, calming, spiritual-exercise, contemplation, concentration and self-reflection; which are reportedly accessible 24-hours a day. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that meditation rooms initiative, under which UMTC had reportedly planned […]

Hilltop Murugan Hindu Temple opens in Malaysian island

A new Arulmigu Balathandayuthabani Devasthanam in Batu Kawan (Penang, Malaysia), situated amidst lush greenery on a hill and adjoining a lotus pond, will be reportedly consecrated on February 19. Besides main sanctuary; it also includes 11-meters tall statue of Lord Murugan, a 25-meters high Lord Murugan’s vel at the entrance, and various other Lord Murugan […]

Meditation Room opening at University of Nevada

“Meditation and Reflection Room” in the upcoming $44 million William N. Pennington Student Achievement Center at University of Nevada-Reno (UNR), currently being given finishing touches, would open on March 16; UNR President Dr. Marc A. Johnson told distinguished religious statesman Rajan Zed today. Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, has commended UNR […]

Majestic Nageswari Amman Hindu Temple with 924 snake-carvings opens in Malaysia

Om Sri Maha Athi Nageswari Amman Temple is reportedly launched in the new township of Puchong Gateway (Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia), after about four years of work. Dedicated to snake goddess Nageswari Amman, manifestation of Devi, this unique temple consists of four raja gopurams (monumental entrance towers) with two entrances, 65 feet-high Shiva Lingam (flown from […]

Hindus welcome Ferris University goal of designated prayer spaces by 2021

Hindus have welcomed inclusion of “Designate spaces for individuals to pray, contemplate, meditate” as a “goal” by Ferris State University (FSU) in its “Diversity and Inclusion Plan, 2016-2021”. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that FSU seriously aiming to provide designated prayer spaces was a step in the positive […]