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Hinduism
Why Are Millions of People Flocking to India’s Prayagraj?
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
This year’s Maha Kumbh Mela is particularly significant. The alignment of stars and planets is said to be the same as when drops of celestial nectar fell on the earth.
A New Bangladesh Is Emerging But It Needs India Too
By Muqtedar Khan and Umme Salma Tarin
Bangladesh’s foreign policy work starts with India because it has greater implications for domestic harmony.
The Ram Mandir Symbolizes a New Form of Hinduism
By Anuttama Banerji
Contrary to perceptions that it is being done to obliterate Muslim sites of worship from India, the consecration of the temple is about creating a new type of public-facing Hinduism.
Making Sense of Hindutva
By Devdutt Pattanaik
Hindutva may have proclaimed the supremacy of all things traditional, but it makes no room for diversity, dynamism, dilemmas, and doubt. Such has never been the only Indian way.
What Is the Future of Hindu Nationalism in India?
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
The question is not whether Hindu nationalism will be part of India’s political landscape, but whether and to what extent non-Hindus will be able to play a role.
Do Australian Politicians Know the Difference Between Hinduism and Hindutva?
By Grant Wyeth
Engagement with the growing Hindu community is essential for Australian politicians, but there is an obvious tightrope to walk.
In the Indian Northeast, Old Traditions Meet New Tensions
By StoriesAsia
A tiny village in Meghalaya encapsulates India’s new intra-religious tensions.
A Changing India: A Land of Dichotomies and Magic
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
India contains multitudes.
Under Modi, How Did Hindu Nationalism Affect India’s Foreign Relations?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The spirit of nationalist ideology remained trapped in the body of the country’s pragmatic needs.
Defying Deification: Indian Politicians as Hindu Gods
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Don’t believe the hype; worshiping Indian leaders is not common.
India’s Sabarimala Temple and the Issue of Women’s Entry
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Another Hindu temple will open its gates to women, reigniting the debate on Indian secularism.
Journey to a Cave in Kashmir
By Ahmer Khan
Hindu pilgrims make a perilous trek to the revered Amarnath cave.
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