Source CAMBODIA, June 15, 2014 (Sydney Morning Herald): Archaeologists using revolutionary airborne laser technology have discovered a lost mediaeval city that thrived on a mist-shrouded Cambodian mountain 1200 years ago. The stunning discovery of the city, Mahendraparvata, includes temples hidden by jungle for centuries – temples that archaeologists believe have never been looted. Mahendraparvata existed 350 years before Angkor Wat,…
Source You may turn your bones to fuel, your flesh to meat, letting them roast and sizzle in the gold-red blaze of severe austerities. But unless your heart melts in love’s sweet ecstacy, you never can possess my Lord Siva, my treasure-trove. — Tirumantiram Verse 272
Source SOUTH AFRICA, September 14, 2014 (WordPress): The Ramakrishna Centre of South Africa hosted the “Swami Vivekananda Peace Concert”, which was performed by the Kwa-Zulu Natal Philharmonic Orchestra on Saturday, 14 September 2013 at the Durban City Hall.The 65-piece orchestra performed numerous pieces, including songs on and by Swami Vivekananda viz., Murta Maheshwara, Khandana Bhava Bandana. The audience responded with…
Source KOLKATA, INDIA, May 5, 2014 (Times Of India): After offering tour packages to popular destinations like Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has launched a tourist train from Chennai to Nepal, primarily aimed at pilgrims from south India. Those opting for this tour will be taken around Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage destinations in north…
Source The delicate anicham flower withers when merely smelled, but an unwelcome look is enough to wither a guest’s heart.— Tirukkural
Source SOUTH AFRICA, January 25, 2014 (Herald Live): For the Ganeshan family from Felicity Avenue in Westering, staying true to one’s roots is just as important as family. At first glance the family look like any normal family, but behind the scenes are talented dancers and a drummer, and a husband and father that supports his family no matter what.…
Source NEW ZEALAND, March 13, 2014 (Indian News Link): The younger members of the Hindu community have called on their peers to realize the power inherent in them and seek self-inspiration to bring about quality changes in lifestyle and promote a better society. Organized jointly by the Hindu Youth New Zealand and the New Zealand Hindu Students Forum, the Conference…
Source Other religions have all been founded by individuals, but Hinduism is not based on the teachings of any one single person. Before any prophet was born, the Sanatana Dharma was there.— Swami Rama Thirtha (1873-1906)
Source MICHIGAN, US, May 9, 2014 (Hometown Life): Hindu Temple of Canton leaders, inspired after their spring health fair delivered free care to hundreds of people, already have indicated they will offer a similar event next year. “We want to help people change their lifestyle for the better so they can be healthier,” said Jatin Desai, a health fair organizer.…
Source COLUMBUS, OHIO, April 21, 2014 (Columbus Dispatch): Refugees resettled in the U.S. face cultural, language and religious barriers. They worry about the loved ones and friends they’ve left behind. There’s often a disconnect between their idyllic views of America and the difficulties they encounter finding good-paying jobs, especially in the recent economic downturn. “It’s not uncommon for them to…