Makara Sankranti 2026: Sun Festival Celebrations
Makara Sankranti, the Hindu festival dedicated to Surya, marks the sun's transit into Capricorn on January 14. Discover its significance and festive traditions across India.
Makara Sankranti, the Hindu festival dedicated to Surya, marks the sun's transit into Capricorn on January 14. Discover its significance and festive traditions across India.
India must sustain 8% growth for 20 years to achieve high-income status. Experts argue for deploying AI in key sectors and managing the social consequences of economic transformation. Read more.
Texas GOP official Alexander Duncan ignites controversy by saying a Hindu temple 'does not belong in Texas,' triggering accusations of bigotry and warnings of political consequences from the growing Hindu American community.
A major joint operation in Manipur's Kangpokpi district led to the destruction of 53 acres of illegal poppy cultivation. Security forces also arrested a KCP-MFL cadre involved in forced recruitment. Read the full details.
A Raipur civil society group urges PM Modi to stop the misuse of Lord Bahubali's name for gangsters, calling it offensive and seeking legal action under BNS. Read more.
A joint security operation in Gaya's Maoist-hit forests destroyed opium crops over 4.6 acres. SSP Anand Kumar spearheads 'Operation Clean', bringing total clearance to 8.74 acres. Read the full report.
Kolkata's Rabindra Sarobar sees a worrying dip in migratory bird species, from 79 in 2020 to 72 in 2023. Birders blame habitat destruction and urge immediate conservation action to save this urban biodiversity hotspot.
A 1,300-km anti-drug cycle yatra concludes in Andhra Pradesh. Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu vows a drug-free state, as police report massive cannabis destruction and asset seizures.
Khokon Chandra Das, a 50-year-old Hindu businessman in Bangladesh, succumbed to burn injuries after a brutal mob assault. The incident highlights rising concerns over minority safety.
Khokon Das, a Hindu businessman, succumbs to injuries after a horrific assault in Bangladesh. The incident adds to growing concerns over minority safety. Read the full report.
Tehran issues a stark warning of widespread destruction following former US President Donald Trump's 'locked and loaded' comment on Iran protests. Tensions escalate.
Over 100 acres of paddy seedlings in Medak's Pochamryal village destroyed by weedicide. Farmers suspect election revenge. Officials investigate unprecedented agricultural vandalism.
Explore the cursed history of the Black Orlov diamond, stolen from a Hindu deity in Pondicherry. Uncover its journey, tragic legends, and the quest for its origins. Dive into the mystery now!
Khokon Chandra Das fights for life after a brutal roadside attack in Damudya. His wife alleges gasoline was poured on him before he was set on fire. This latest assault follows a series of attacks on minorities in Bangladesh.
Historian Audrey Truschke and the Hindu American Foundation clash online over claims of 'far-right' Hindutva influence in the US. Read the full debate details.
Yalburga taluk health officer Dr Shivakumar V faces charges for allegedly destroying DNA evidence in a gang-rape case. Four men were arrested for the November 17 crime. Read the full investigation details.
A 58-year-old man and his four brothers arrested in Berhampur for allegedly beating his wife to death over a petty dispute and later cremating the body to destroy evidence. Police seize auto-rickshaw and bamboo used in crime.
A Hindu man in Bangladesh was brutally attacked with sharp weapons and set ablaze by a mob, suffering severe injuries. Get the latest updates on this shocking incident.
A Koppal government doctor allegedly destroyed 16 crucial forensic items, including DNA samples, in a home guard's gang rape case. Police say he was 'hand in glove' with the accused. Read the full details.
A Koppal government doctor allegedly destroyed 16 crucial forensic items, including DNA samples, in a home guard's gang rape case. Police say he acted 'hand in glove' with the accused. Read the full investigation details.
Hindu New Year 2026, Vikram Samvat 2083, starts on March 29. Learn about its significance, regional celebrations, and key rituals for the auspicious day. Embrace new beginnings!
Shree Jagannath Temple Administration faces backlash for errors in New Year calendar depicting deities & Rath Yatra incorrectly. SJTA issues apology, stops sales. Details inside.
Puri's Jagannath Temple administration apologizes and withdraws 2026 calendars depicting sibling deities in incorrect positions on Ratna Singhasan, citing an old manuscript source. Read the full story.
Plan your 2026 with the complete Hindu calendar. Get all festival dates, vrats, and auspicious days from January to December. Essential guide for religious observances.
A Hindu security guard was shot dead by a colleague in Bangladesh, marking the third such death in two weeks. India condemns the attacks as minority safety concerns escalate. Read more.
A mob in Bangladesh's Dumritala village set five Hindu homesteads ablaze, forcing families to flee. Survivors recount horror, blame land grab and political shift. Read their desperate plea for refuge in India.
Plan your spiritual year with our complete guide to Hindu festivals, fasting days, and auspicious dates in January 2026. Mark your calendars for Pongal, Makar Sankranti, and more.
Vadodara police crushed liquor worth Rs 1.71 crore using road rollers to send a strong message to bootleggers ahead of New Year. Over Rs 7.5 crore worth of alcohol has been destroyed in the city in 2025. Read the full story.
Plan your spiritual year with the complete Hindu calendar for 2026. Get all key dates for festivals, fasts, and auspicious events. Discover important timings and observances.
Three Hindu families in Bangladesh left homeless after arson attack. Details on rising violence against minorities and international calls for action.