Hindu festival Navratri begins today

The vibrant Hindu festival of Navratri, dedicated to honoring Goddess Durga, begins today, Oct. 3, and will culminate next Saturday, Oct. 12...

Hindu priest opens DNC as Mindy Kaling rallies support for Harris

Hindu priest Rakesh Bhatt opened the third day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago with a powerful Vedic prayer, emphasizing un...

Indian American Muslim group withdraws float at NYC’s Indian Day Parade

A group of Indian American Muslims reportedly pulled its float from New York City’s India Day Parade on Sunday. The move came in response to...

Stampede at Hindu gathering in northern India claims 121 lives

A stampede at a Hindu gathering in the district of Hathras in India’s Uttar Pradesh state on Tuesday resulted in the deaths of at least 121 ...

Hindu community in Nevada alleges discrimination over temple construction restrictions

The Hindu community in Henderson, Nevada, is accusing the city of discrimination, citing a 2023 ordinance change that restricts religious as...

Shambhala: Tibetan Buddhism’s mythical hidden kingdom

The hidden kingdom of Shambhala has captivated the imaginations of ancient and modern people alike for its centuries-old story shrouded in m...

Indian American reps seek DOJ update on anti-Hindu crimes

Five Indian American members of the U.S. House of Representatives have come together to seek updates from the Department of Justice on the s...

Indian professors file appeal to remove caste from Cal State non-discrimination policy

California State University (CSU) professors Sunil Kumar and Praveen Sinha have filed an appeal in federal court challenging the dismissal o...

Thousands gather across US to celebrate Hindu festival Holi

Holi, a Hindu festival that celebrates the triumph of good over evil, has united diverse crowds across major U.S. cities over the weekend.  ...

New Jersey student honored for helping create first South Asian American Girl doll

Arusha Bhargava, a middle school student, was honored by the Township Committee for her significant contribution to the development of Ameri...

Largest modern Hindu temple outside India opens in US

“It is an occasion of profound spiritual significance for the vast legion of devotees worldwide,” says Indian Prime Minister Nar...

Largest hand-carved Hindu temple outside India set to open in US

The largest hand-carved Hindu temple outside of India is set for its grand inauguration in the U.S. this month. Majestic temple complex: Aft...

Indian Americans call on California governor to veto anti-caste discrimination bill

Indian Americans at a protest rally in Sacramento on Saturday called on California Governor Gavin Newsom to veto the state’s anti-cast...

Porsche’s new limited-edition 911 Carrera GTS inspired by a Thai birthday tradition

Porsche has unveiled special editions of the 911 Carrera GTS inspired by a vibrant Thai tradition. While Western cultures mainly celebrate b...

NYC to make Diwali a public school holiday

New York City Mayor Eric Adams, state assembly member Jenifer Rajkumar and Department of Education Chancellor David Banks announced on Thur...

CCTV captures man making sure to pray to goddess before stealing temple’s donation box in India

A shirtless man in India was captured on surveillance camera praying to a Hindu goddess before stealing the temple’s donation box in Jabalp...

Transgender activist attacked in San Francisco robbery attempt says she was targeted for being Hindu

Anjali Rimi, president and chief executive officer of Parivar Bay Area, a San Francisco-based nonprofit supporting queer and trans South As...

‘Who can love you more than yourself?’: Indian woman plans to marry herself in sologamy wedding ceremony

An Indian woman is holding a traditional Hindu wedding on June 11, but will marry herself in what may be India’s first case of sologamy. T...

Two Grooms Held The Most Incredible Hindu Wedding and the Photos Will Give You Feelings

Social media users from around the world are celebrating the union of two Indian grooms who tied the knot in a traditional Hindu ceremony ea...

Community Members Come Together to Paint Hindu Temple Vandalized By Hate Messages in Kentucky

Community members of all faiths in Louisville, Kentucky, joined hands to “paint away the hate” at a vandalized Swaminarayan Temple and showe...

Hindu Nationalists Boycott Amazon for Working With Actress Who Condemned Child Rape

Hindu nationalists have boycotted Amazon after the company signed up an Indian actress who spoke up against child rape. On April 13, Swara B...

Men Who Gang Raped, Murdered Muslim Girl to Get Death Penalty in India

After a series of horrific sexual assaults on children in the recent past, India’s government has moved to approve the death penalty for chi...