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Viral video of Ghaziabad ‘mazar’ demolition sparks detentions; police say incident older
A viral video of a “mazar” demolition in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, triggered multiple detentions, with police clarifying the event occurred about two months earlier. This report explains the legal architecture governing unauthorized religious structures and the due-process requirements that place responsibility squarely on state authorities—not private actors. It outlines potential penal provisions that may apply…
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Amit Shah’s Reverent Visit to ISKCON Mayapur: Honoring TOVP, Heritage, and Dharmic Unity
Hon’ble Home Minister Shri Amit Shah’s visit to Śrīdhām Māyāpur—ISKCON’s global headquarters and home to the Temple of the Vedic Planetarium—spotlights how sacred sites sustain India’s living cultural heritage. The piece explains Māyāpur’s historical significance in Gaudiya Vaishnavism, its connection to Nabadwip’s scholastic traditions, and ISKCON’s global contributions to seva, education, and cultural preservation. It…
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What Macron’s Mumbai Jog Reveals about Leadership Fitness, Soft Power, and India–France Ties
French President Emmanuel Macron’s late-morning jog through Mumbai’s Churchgate district, during a visit associated with the AI Impact Summit, offered a concise case study in soft power and public diplomacy. The moment projected leadership fitness and approachability while showcasing coordination by Indian security and civic agencies. It also served as earned media, linking a policy-focused…
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125+ Global Hindu Organizations Urge Swift Global Action to Safeguard Hindus in Bangladesh
A coalition of more than 125 global Hindu organizations has called for urgent international action to halt violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, warning that inaction risks a systematic erasure of minorities. This analysis situates the crisis within Bangladesh’s constitutional commitments, recent incident patterns, and the demographic pressures facing Hindu communities. It clarifies the legal meaning…
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Puttur’s Hindu Rashtra-Jagruti Sabha Proceeds Peacefully, Reaffirming Unity and Rights
On 15 February in Puttur, the Hindu Rashtra-Jagruti Sabha organized by HJS proceeded as scheduled despite SDPI’s objection that the event was unconstitutional and divisive. HJS stated the programme complied with legal requirements and affirmed that similar meetings, including one in Bantwal, will continue. This analysis explains the constitutional framework—Article 19 freedoms and their reasonable…
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SZA’s Viral Mahashivratri Dance at Isha: A Powerful Bridge Between Pop Culture and Dharma
A viral appearance by Grammy Award-winning artist SZA at Sadhguru’s Mahashivratri in Coimbatore showcased how respectful celebrity participation can amplify Hindu spirituality without diluting its depth. The event highlighted Mahashivratri’s core practices—devotional chant, dance, and meditative vigil—while illustrating soft power at work through cultural appreciation rather than appropriation. For the diaspora, the moment served as…
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Safeguarding the Shankaracharya Parampara: Ex-CBI Chief Seeks Unity, Dignity, and Dialogue
A widely discussed letter by former CBI Director M. Nageswara Rao urges the Shankaracharyas of Puri, Sringeri, and Dwarka to help resolve a row over the alleged humiliation of the Jyotirmath Shankaracharya. This analysis explains why the Shankaracharya Parampara is pivotal to Hindu Tradition and Culture and outlines how amnaya peethas and temple administrations can…
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Samastipur Hindu Rashtra-Jagruti: Urgent call for dharmic unity amid demographic change
A Hindu Rashtra-Jagruti Vyakhyan in Samastipur, Bihar, examined demographic shifts—population trends, migration, and conversion—through a constitutional and dharmic lens. The discussion, led by Sadguru Nilesh Singbal (HJS), framed “Hindu Rashtra” as a values-centered civilizational ethos aligned with pluralism and the rule of law, not a theocracy. Readers gain a data-anchored overview of India’s religious composition…
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Maharashtra Allows Burqa in Class 10–12 Exams: Ensuring Fair, Secure, and Inclusive Access
Maharashtra’s decision to allow Muslim girl students to wear the burqa during Class 10 and 12 board exams balances religious freedom with exam security. Situated against reports from a February 8 CTET sitting where some candidates were asked to remove mangalsutras, the policy highlights the need for uniform, clearly communicated rules. The analysis situates the…
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Safeguarding Sacred Symbols: HJS Spurs Withdrawal of Offensive Shiva–Ganesh Ad, Full Apology
An offensive Mahashivratri advertisement involving Lord Shiva and Shri Ganesh was swiftly withdrawn from leading Chhattisgarh newspapers after Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS) intervened, prompting an unconditional written apology from Shri Ganesha Global Gulal Pvt Ltd. This outcome illustrates how timely civil society engagement and clear corporate accountability can protect sacred symbols and restore public trust.…
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Feb 16, 2026 Health Update: HH Mahavishnu Swami navigating influenza with pneumonia and sepsis
On Feb 16, 2026, clinicians in Kathmandu confirmed that HH Mahavishnu Swami tested positive for influenza while under treatment for pneumonia and sepsis. This update explains how influenza can intensify lower respiratory tract disease and interact with sepsis, and outlines evidence-based priorities such as timely antiviral therapy, antibiotic stewardship, respiratory support, and sepsis stabilization. It…
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Shani Shingnapur puja app scam: Inside the ₹77.46 lakh fraud, accountability, and trust
An alleged embezzlement of approximately ₹77,46,341 from the authorised Shani Shingnapur online darshan and puja app has led to a charge sheet naming nine individuals, including Devasthan staff. This analysis explains how temple puja apps work, where typical risk points emerge, and why rigorous reconciliation, maker-checker approvals, and immutable audit logs are essential. It outlines…
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2,300 Miles of Mindfulness: The Transformative 108-Day Walk for Peace Across America
Nineteen Vietnamese Buddhist monks from Fort Worth completed a 108-day, 2,300-mile Walk for Peace to Washington, D.C., modeling compassion, nonviolence, and mindful presence across nine states. The journey’s 108-day design drew on a shared dharmic symbol of completeness, uniting Buddhist metta with Hindu ahimsa, Jain vows of non-harm, and Sikh seva. Public response centered on…
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Ghaziabad ‘Love Jihad’ Claim Spurs Mob Attack: Police Probe, Legal Framework, and Harmony First
A reported mob assault in Ghaziabad, allegedly led by a Hindutva activist after a ‘Love Jihad’ claim, has triggered a police investigation and a wider conversation about law and order. The analysis clarifies how POCSO, kidnapping provisions, and child marriage laws protect a 17-year-old, while vigilante violence attracts rioting, hurt, and intimidation charges. It outlines…
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Pratapgarh Sanatan Rashtra Shankhnaad Shobha Yatra: A Powerful Call for Ram Rajya and Dharmic Unity
The Pratapgarh Sanatan Rashtra Shankhnaad Shobha Yatra, held on the anniversary of the Shri Ram Temple inauguration, highlighted a clear call for unity and organised civic action toward Ram Rajya. The event’s cultural significance lies in strengthening social trust and transmitting ethical norms, linking Pratapgarh with the wider heritage experience centered on Ayodhya. Ram Rajya…
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Full ‘Vande Mataram’ Mandatory at Govt Functions: MHA’s 3:10 Unified Version for National Unity
The Union Home Ministry has mandated the full six-stanza Vande Mataram at specified government functions, issuing a unified 3:10 reference version to ensure consistency and dignity. The move situates the national song within a clear ceremonial framework alongside the Flag Code and established anthem protocols. Historically rooted in the freedom struggle and acknowledged by the…
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San Jose State Assault Exposes Rising Hinduphobia: CYAN Demands Accountability, Safety
CYAN condemns the February 7 assault near MacQuarrie Hall at San Jose State University, in which a Sikh student was attacked and the slur “Hindu” was used, indicating targeted religious bias. The analysis situates the incident within California’s broader trends, including multiple temple vandalizations and state data showing rising anti-Hindu incidents. It outlines institutional obligations…
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ISKCON GBC approves Vaisnavi Diksa Guru framework: historic, unifying step for inclusive bhakti
At the GBC AGM 2026, ISKCON’s Governing Body Commission approved a GBC – ISKCON Bureau (IB) Committee proposal on Vaisnavi Diksa Guru (VDG), marking a significant step in clarifying how qualified Vaisnavis can serve as initiating spiritual masters. The decision emphasizes guru-tattva principles—realized knowledge, strict sadhana, and spotless conduct—over incidental characteristics such as gender. It…
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Deepak Chopra in the Epstein Files? What the Records Show—and How Dharmic Unity Responds
Headlines claim Deepak Chopra appears in the “Epstein files,” a term that refers to unsealed civil-court materials including contact lists, calendars, and emails. Inclusion in such documents does not, on its own, prove wrongdoing, and context is essential. Screenshots circulating online attribute controversial email lines to Chopra, while his public statement condemns abuse, denies criminal…
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Safeguarding Religious Freedom: Outrage in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar over Mangalsutra Row
A large protest in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, led by Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS), condemned the alleged forced removal of mangalsutras at CTET centres and demanded suspension and criminal charges against officials. The episode underscored the constitutional imperative to balance exam security with religious freedom and women’s dignity. Community voices stressed calm, lawful accountability and called for…