Author: Steven Spearie

Source: The State Journal-Register

http://www.sj-r.com/beliefs/x1564859866/Hindu-bracelet-tradition-forms-unique-bond-among-siblings

Dr. Dharmendra Nimavat says he doesn’t expect his children to fully understand all of the meaning behind Raksha Bandhan, a Hindu festival the family will celebrate Wednesday.

But when his daughters, Anjali, 9; and Astha, 6, tie...

Author: Anto Akkara

Source: Ecumenical News International

http://www.eni.ch/featured/article.php?id=3225

Indian officials say that a troubled and remote area of the northeastern Orissa state that witnessed widespread sectarian violence aimed at Christians a year ago, is now normal, with less than a thousand people left in relief camps. 

But those who fled the violence in Kandhamal in August 2008, say they have been told...

Author: María Villaseñor

Source: The Salt Lake Tribune

http://www.sltrib.com/slc/ci_12941696

The Sri Ganesha Hindu Temple hosts dozens of festivals each year in honor of different deities -- the multiple forms of a single God.

During those festivals, the temple's priest Satish Kumar said "first we do our worship to the gods, then we have our celebrations."

But the subsequent dancing, music, socializing and feasting isn't allowed in the temple's...

Author: Staff Writer

Source: Times of India

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/NEWS-World-Indians-Abroad-US-Hindu-leaders-meet-to-promote-religious-values/articleshow/4801295.cms

With the aim of promoting better understanding of Hinduism, a group of Hindu religious leaders from North America held a meeting in Virginia this weekend.

The meeting, held at the...

Author: Neela Banerjee

Source: The New York Times

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/07/21/us/21hindu.html

The first hour at the Chinmaya Mission day camp unfolds as at any other camp. Children shriek through tag, while a few others play Uno.

But by 9 a.m., the grammar-school-age campers are sitting down, their attention focused on a long-haired Indian man in the front of the room, Swami Dheerananda, the mission’s Hindu teacher, or acharya....

Author: Staff Writer

Source: Breaking News 24/7

http://blog.taragana.com/n/hindus-muslims-willing-to-tie-the-knot-outside-their-religions-114539/

An increasing number of Hindus and Muslims are willing to exchange wedding vows with people of other faiths, according to researchers.

A Monash University research has shown that 10 per cent of Hindus have married out of their faith, along with 8 per...

Author: Staff Writer

Source: The Economic Times

http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/ET-Cetera/US-fans-perform-Hindu-rites-for-Michael-Jackson/articleshow/4799383.cms

'King of Pop' Michael Jackson was paid a unique tribute at a temple here when a group of fans flew in from US to conduct special rituals and prayers for the pop icon in the Hindu tradition.

Three Jackson fans...

Author: Staff Writer

Source: The Hindu

http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/001200907191021.htm

Hindu leaders in the UK have pledged to work together for long-term plans aimed at environment conservation.

The religious leaders have decided to set a benchmark for using a range of products and services. The measures include creating awareness through endorsement of traditional food and promotion of sustainable lifestyle.

These...

Author: Asit Srivastava

Source: Thaindian News

http://www.thaindian.com/newsportal/health/a-hindu-temple-where-muslims-also-pray_100220052.html

A temple dedicated to Hindu god Shiva in a village here counts many Muslims among its devotees. Not only do they take part in some rituals but also donate for community feasts during every festival.

The Pataleshwar temple is in Bambhrauaa village of...

Author: Renee Lee

Source: The Gainesville Sun

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20090718/ARTICLES/907179928/1004?Title=Ocala-exhibit-spotlights-paintings-statues-of-Hindu-good-luck-god-

Ganesh is among the most well-known and worshipped deities in Hinduism.

Ganesh paintings, statues, ornaments and other decorations can be found in many Indian homes....

Author: Anne Barnard

Source: The New York Times

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/07/14/nyregion/14temple.html?emc=tnt&tntemail0=y

An expectant crowd had gathered, dressed in tropically colored saris and dhotis — mango, teal, violet and saffron — that stood out against the beige and pale green houses of a quiet street in Flushing, Queens.

“Make way!” someone shouted, and the crowd parted to reveal...