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The Palghar Resolve
April 16, 2021April 16, 2021STORYMudita Parameswaran3 0

The Palghar Resolve

One wonders if the sacrifice of our sadhus is what it might take to shake Hindu society from its slumber.

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Rāsa Lilā through an Abrahamic Lens – A Modern Hindu Malady
April 12, 2021April 12, 2021PERSPECTIVEDeepa Bhaskaran Salem6 1

Rāsa Lilā through an Abrahamic Lens – A Modern Hindu Malady

The moralistic standards set by Abrahamic religions have had a devastating impact on the psyche of modern Hindus.

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Kashmir: An Overview of the Seven Exoduses of Hindus (Part 3)
April 09, 2021April 9, 2021ESSAYMudita Parameswaran6 0

Kashmir: An Overview of the Seven Exoduses of Hindus (Part 3)

The final exodus of Kashmiri Hindus from their homeland was complete, centuries after Islam put the holy land in its crosshairs.

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Uttiramerur – Democratic tenets inscribed on stone
April 07, 2021April 7, 2021TRAVELOGUERuchi Pritam2 0

Uttiramerur – Democratic tenets inscribed on stone

The practice of stone inscriptions by the Pallavas and Cholas at Uttiramerur is one of the great legacies of that era.

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Abjure or Appropriate Ambedkar
April 05, 2021April 5, 2021PERSPECTIVERaghu Bhaskaran7 4

Abjure or Appropriate Ambedkar

Should Hindus or Hindutva, abjure or appropriate Ambedkar?

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In PERSPECTIVE

Da'wah, Discipline vs Dharma

The essence behind their teachings makes Abrahamic religions resort to violence leaving no room for contextuality or sensitivity.

In ESSAY

Are we the last generation to correct the injustices against Our People?

The time might have finally come when historical wrongs against the Hindus will be recognised and steps will be taken to address them.

In ESSAY

Hinduism in a Postmodern World (Part 1)

With the negation of reason, logic and objective truth as its central dogma, postmodernism makes it impossible to have a dialogue with other systems of thought and thus promotes conflict.

In TRAVELOGUE

Chandori’s secret

Severe droughts in Maharashtra led to a surprise discovery of beautiful temples on the Godavari basin that give a fascinating account of the region's history.

In STORY

The Palghar Resolve

One wonders if the sacrifice of our sadhus is what it might take to shake Hindu society from its slumber.

In PERSPECTIVE

Who is the real victim in Sabarimala?

Are women as a whole the real victims in the ongoing saga of Sabarimala or is there an ethos which is being attacked?

In COMMENTARY

अयोध्या विवाद और सती प्रथा

राजीव मल्होत्रा और मीनाक्षी जैन के संवाद पर आधारित लेख - राजीव मल्होत्रा द्वारा वर्णित – भाग २

In ESSAY

The Bodh Gaya temple controversy

The Ambedkarite neo-Buddhists hatred towards Hinduism led to a movement for the “liberation of the Mahabodhi shrine”.

In TEMPLE TRAIL

Somnathpura Symphony

Exploring the unique beauty of an architectural wonder built by the Hoysalas, which was destroyed by Malik Kafoor's army in medieval times.

In TRAVELOGUE

Power of a story

A journey into the Himalayas is a life-altering experience for many as we realise our place in this existence.

In POETRY

Sung by God: IV (The Way of Knowing)

Sacrifice is essential to be on the path of knowing.

In EXCERPT

Is Indian Culture Obsolete?

Can Indian culture still feed its country's malnourished soul which has been decaying amidst the onslaught of western society's social norms and ethical values?

 

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विश्वास की एक बूँद
March 25, 2018August 26, 2020STORYPratyasha Nithin0 0

विश्वास की एक बूँद

जीवन में भक्ति और विश्वास का स्थान स्थिर है जिसे आधुनिक जीवन के उथले सिद्धांत नहीं ले सकते ।

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Videos

14December 2017August 26, 2020
VIDEO

Uniform Civil Code: Freedom or denial of religion?

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Uniform Civil Code or the idea of a common civil law for the whole nation is not alien to the traditional principles of jurisprudence in India.

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19April 2017August 26, 2020
VIDEO

Lachit Borphukan – The Hero of Assam

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A quick look at the life and times of Lachit Borphukan and his glorious contribution to the Ahom Kingdom of Assam

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24January 2017August 9, 2020
VIDEO

Challenging the dominant discourse on dating of epics

Pragyata Staff1 0

A detailed presentation of his theory of dating Mahabharat to 6th millennium BC and Ramayan to 14th millennium BC by Nilesh Oak.

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15December 2016August 26, 2020
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Aryan-Dravidian Culture & Critique of Sheldon Pollock

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In this enlightening interview, Dr. R. Nagaswamy & Rajiv Malhotra discuss the roots of Aryan-Dravidian culture as well as the misinformation spread by Sheldon Pollock.

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In STORY

Rendezvous with the Divine

Ganapati helps us see the light when we become blind by luxuries that this life has to offer.

In ESSAY

Myth as History, or History as Myth? – Analysis of How Ayodhya’s History is Depicted in BBC and NYT

The facts about Ayodhya are often obscured by Western media outlets by suppressing the Hindus' claim to the Ram temple.

In STORY

‘Flight of the Deity’ from Mulasthana – Part 1

To live in a land with a horrifying past whose scars still remain.

In ESSAY

विषम अनुग्रह

एक युवा लड़के पर गणेश भगवान का प्रभाव उसकी पूरी जिंदगी बदल देता है।

In ESSAY

Globalisation, Economy and Rashtra in Dharma traditions

Dharmic knowledge is an untapped resource which could help alleviate many problems of the modern world.

In ESSAY

Jai Jagannath

The Jagannath temple has been a part of Sanatana Dharma's core for millennia despite facing attacks on it from multiple fronts.

In TRAVELOGUE

Udayagiri-Khandagiri Caves – Syncretism of Indic religions

The harmonious co-existence of different Indic faiths depicted on the Udayagiri-Khandagiri Caves is a sight to behold.

In PERSPECTIVE

The Criminology of Religious Ideologies

In criminology, ‘Means, Motive and Opportunity’ are the three things that are sought while investigating any crime. It is useful to apply the same measures when studying the history of religions.

In COMMENTARY

American Progressives also typify others: Olmsted and Pollock

There are striking parallels between the seemingly progressive yet deeply prejudiced views of leftist American intellectuals of the 19th century and today.

In PERSPECTIVE

The Perils of Blind Anti-Bengali Prejudice

Due to Marxist leanings becoming entrenched in its political life together with anti-Hindu acts by a few groups, the general image of Bengalis has taken a beating in the Hindu fold.

In ESSAY

A plea for the use of the Roman script (with diacritics) for the teaching of Indian languages

In the modern age, a case can be made for using the Roman script to teach Indian languages.

In PERSPECTIVE

Shall we kill the Brahmins?

Self-destructive tendencies in Hindu society are an indication of being outwitted by the enemies.

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