A vermilion dot on the forehead is one of India’s most widely accepted Hindu cultural insignias. But at the festival, where millions are flocking to pray and bathe at the confluence of India’s holy ...

In his latest book, Gods, Guns and Missionaries: The Making of the Modern Hindu Identity ... ideologies (and vice versa), redefined religious practices, and resisted missionary pressures.

PRAYAGRAJ, India — Millions of Hindu devotees, mystics and holy men and women from all across India flocked to the northern city of Prayagraj on Monday to kickstart the Maha Kumbh festival ...

The Hindu festival of Kumbh Mela is celebration like no other. It's the largest religious gathering in the world, with more than 400 million people expected to take part. Kumbh Mela only happens ...

However, Satchidananda emphasised that the organisation is not currently pushing for reforms to certain existing temple practices deemed ... songs in praise of Hindu gods, has long desired to ...

Despite their unconventional methods, Aghoris offer profound spiritual lessons. They reject societal norms and teach the importance of looking beyond labels of good and bad. The Aghori's focus on ...

A prominent Hindu monk in Kerala has called to abolish the long-standing practice of male devotees being required to remove their upper attire before entering temples. Swami Satchidananda made the ...

Varkala (Kerala), Dec 31 (PTI) A prominent Hindu monk in Kerala on Tuesday called for an end to the long-drawn practice of demanding to remove the upper attire of male devotees for entering temples.

In Hindu beliefs and scriptures, most Gods and characters have had a certain weapon that they used and were famous for. From the Sudarshan Chakra to the Pinaka, each God had a weapon which was not ...

To do well here, you need to set aside some time and effort for preparation. That’s where the Hindu Review comes to your rescue. It’s available for download as a PDF on our website. This monthly PDF ...

Incorporating Hindu gods into the Marvel universe has the potential to add new dimensions and depth to the Marvel cosmos. However, it is important to approach this task with sensitivity and respect ...