KAUAI, HAWAII, January 1, 2026 (Hinduism Today): This concise educational article introduces the tattvas, the fundamental principles through which Saiva Siddhanta explains the structure of existence. The tattvas describe the progressive unfoldment of reality from the highest states of divine consciousness to the physical world experienced through the senses. By organizing existence into distinct categories, the system provides a framework…
INDIA, May 15, 2026 (YouTube): Have you ever stopped to ask what every part of Nataraja form actually means? Why is God Shiva dancing? Why does He hold a drum in one hand and fire in another? Who is the small demon under His foot? And why is this form considered one of the deepest visual explanations of the universe?…
TIRUVANNAMALAI, INDIA, January 1, 2026 (Hinduism Today): During visits to the sacred town of Tiruvannamalai, writer Erica Bassani encounters Lakshmi Akka, a deeply devoted spiritual woman whose simple yet profound teachings leave a lasting impression. Through conversations centered on devotion, worship and daily spiritual life, Lakshmi Akka expresses, among other topics, a fundamental truth of Hindu theology: that Siva and…
NEW DELHI, INDIA, June 14, 2026 (News9Live): India’s spiritual landscape comes alive during the monsoon months of July and August, when several sacred yatras and Himalayan temples open their doors to millions of devotees. This period coincides with the holy month of Shravan (Sawan), considered most auspicious for Lord Shiva worship, and encompasses some of the most significant pilgrimage events…
INDIA, December 17, 2025 (YouTube): When does a stone statue actually become a living God? Most people realize there is a ritual for this, but few understand the “sacred engineering” behind it. This video takes you through the entire journey of Prana Pratistha—the ancient science of consecrating a Deity. This transformation doesn’t begin with the statue; it starts days earlier…
BELLEVUE, WASHINGTON, January 1, 2026 (Hinduism Today): Ayurvedic physician Dr. Virender Sodhi presents a holistic approach to healthy aging based on traditional Indian medical principles. Rather than focusing solely on treating disease, Ayurveda seeks to preserve vitality by balancing the body, mind and spirit throughout life. The article discusses how proper diet, daily routines, exercise, herbal therapies and stress management…
UNITED KINGDOM, June 11, 2026 (BBC): The Bharat Hindu Samaj temple was established in 1986 and is used by worshippers from across Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Lincolnshire and Leicestershire A council’s decision to sell the site of the “principal place of worship for Hindus” in the East of England to an Islamic organisation was unlawful and should be quashed, the High Court…
INDIA, January 1, 2026 (Hinduism Today): The sacred conch shell occupies a unique place in Hindu worship, serving as both a ritual instrument and a powerful religious symbol. This article traces the conch’s journey from the ocean floor to temple sanctuaries, examining its natural formation, collection and preparation for ceremonial use. Revered for its distinctive sound, the conch is associated…
BERLIN, GERMANY, June 8, 2026 (Daily Hunt, originally in German): Following several days of festivities, the Sri Ganesha Temple in Berlin’s Neukolln opened on Sunday. Located on the edge of the Hasenheide park, the five-day festival took place from June 3 to 7. On the seventh, water from the Ganges was poured by crane onto the top of the 56-foot…
INDIA, January 1, 2026 (Hinduism Today): A growing number of women in Tamil Nadu are entering the traditionally male profession of odhuvar, the temple singers entrusted with preserving and performing the sacred Tamil hymns of the Saiva saints. The article profiles several women who have dedicated years to mastering the Tevaram and other devotional works, overcoming social expectations and institutional…
