Recent news involving Hinduism has included controversies surrounding the portrayal of Hindu deities in films, the construction of Hindu temples in contentious locations, and debates over religious tensions in India. These events have sparked discussions about the influence of Hindu nationalism in politics and society, as well as the protection of religious sites and practices.
Hinduism is one of the world's oldest religions, originating in the Indian subcontinent. It encompasses a diverse range of beliefs, practices, and traditions, with a focus on karma, dharma, and the cycle of birth and rebirth. Hinduism is characterized by a pantheon of gods and goddesses, including Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, and sacred texts such as the Vedas and the Bhagavad Gita. With over 1.25 billion followers worldwide, Hinduism plays a significant cultural and spiritual role in India and beyond.
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Police fear procession for Hindu deity Lord Ram could see mosques smeared with Holi colours and stoke religious tensions
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A cluster of Bollywood films based on polarizing issues that promote Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government’s Hindu nationalist agenda are coming out
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The CAA’s main message is that Muslims do not belong to India in the same way that Hindus do
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An Indian court has ruled that the lioness Sita and her mate Akbar, named after revered figures in Hindu and Muslim faiths, should be given new names to avoid controversy.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Abu Dhabi's first Hindu temple, built on land gifted by the UAE President, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
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Uttarakhand passes a Uniform Civil Code affecting marriage, divorce, and inheritance across all religions, and requiring the registration of live-in relationships.
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An Indian court ruled that Hindu worshippers can pray inside the Gyanvapi Mosque in Varanasi, a site contested by both Hindus and Muslims.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates a Hindu temple in Ayodhya, built on the site of a demolished mosque, triggering religious tensions and political debate.
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Hindu devotees in Malaysia mark the start of Thaipusam, an annual festival representing the struggle between good and evil, with a mass procession and rituals.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates a Hindu temple in Ayodhya, fulfilling a long-standing promise by his party.
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Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has suspended Indian military personnel stationed in the Maldives, sparking diplomatic tensions with India.
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Netflix removed the film 'Annapoorani: the Goddess of Food' from its platform after facing backlash from right-wing Hindu groups over its depiction of a deity and a member of a traditionally vegetarian caste cooking and eating meat.
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The Indian Supreme Court upheld the government's revocation of special status for the disputed Jammu and Kashmir region.
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Rescue efforts to free 41 trapped workers in a collapsed tunnel in India face delays as a drilling machine breaks down, hindering progress.
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The Akshardham Mahamandir in Robbinsville, N.J., the largest Hindu temple in the US, celebrated its opening week with various cultural and religious ceremonies.
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Mohit Yadav, also known as Monu Manesar, was arrested for allegedly inciting violence against Muslims in Haryana.
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India's ruling Hindu nationalist government is considering officially renaming the country to 'Bharat', sparking debate and speculation.
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New Delhi prepares to host the G20 summit, prompting a significant transformation of the city and impacting its residents.
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Violent protests and attacks on Christian churches and homes in Pakistan after accusations of Quran desecration by a Christian man.