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…
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA June 9, 2026 (press release): The next Hindu Mandir Empowerment Council and Priests’ Conference is to be held at the Jain Center of Southern California, 8072 Commonwealth Ave, Buena Park, California. It is comprised of 25 host/co-host temple, 175 temples, 250 temple executives, 80 speakers, 45 topics including the temple as a community center for youth and…
NEPAL, January 1, 2026 (Hinduism Today): The Kali Gandaki River, flowing through the Himalayas of Nepal, is one of Hinduism’s most sacred waterways and the source of the revered Shalagrama stones, naturally occurring ammonite fossils worshiped as manifestations of Lord Vishnu. Traveling from Pokhara through the dramatic Mustang region, the article follows pilgrims, villagers and seekers who depend on the…
