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Australians have said they have ‘no religion’ on every census we’ve had – and it is growing every year

When I sit down to fill in my first Australian Census in 2026, one question I will be watching closely is a familiar one. Back home in India, “What is your religion?” was never really a question – although it is asked in the census.

The Conversation · Aug 10

Nancy Mace clashes with CNN host over her anti-Muslim ‘Trojan horse’ posts

Oscar Jimenez challenges South Carolina Republican on her claims about Muslim-American elected officials and reminds her of the First Amendment’s protections towards the freedom of religion

The Independent UK · Aug 10

FCRA Amendment Bill needed to curb anti-national activities: Maharashtra CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis defended the FCRA Amendment Bill's necessity for curbing anti-national activities. He stated the law applies to all foreign donation recipients, regardless of religion or community. The proposed legislation aims to prevent foreign funds from being used for anti-national purposes. Fadnavis emphasized that legitimate organizations will…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

The Narada Purana's Laws of Devotion That Contradict Everything You Think About Worship

The text begins by disqualifying the obviousThe Narada Purana opens its treatment of devotion not with a prescription for ritual but with a question about desire. Before the flowers, before the lamp, before the correct pronunciation of any mantra, it wants to know what you are actually doing when you…

Times Life · Aug 7

Kamika and Putrada Ekadashi 2026:Dates, Parana Time and the Blessings You Can Receive

Ekadashi is considered to be one of the most powerful tithis in the Sanatan Dharma. This vrata is observed twice in a month, and is completely dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the sustainer of the universe. On this day all the devotees perform Vrat as it is believed that by this…

MyLifeXP · Aug 6

The Brihadaranyaka Upanishad's Teaching on the Self Goes Deeper Than Any Religion Can Reach

The question Yajnavalkya refused to answer simplyYajnavalkya, the sage at the center of the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad, was asked by his wife Maitreyi what would make her immortal. He did not tell her to pray. He did not name a god. He told her to understand what the self actually is,…

Times Life · Aug 6

From free speech to religion and press - US courts find Trump admin violated rights in 75 rulings

Federal judges have ruled against Donald Trump’s second-term administration in 75 First Amendment cases, finding that it infringed speech, religion and press freedoms despite his pledge to end 'government censorship'.

The Times of India · Aug 5

Neon Ends Kick Stream After Religion Clash With Chromazz: 'What's Wrong With Me Being Muslim?'

Neon's livestream with Chromazz ended abruptly after a heated debate over his Muslim faith, sparking viral social media reactions and discussions about religious stereotypes.

International Business Times UK · Aug 4

'Game of Thrones: Lord of Light' is coming. Here's all you need to know

Warner Bros. Games launches a new limited-time event called 'Lord of Light' on August 7, 2026. This event is part of the game's August campaign, which is themed "History and Visions." The 'Lord of Light' event draws inspiration from R'hllor, a mysterious religion from the franchise. Players will battle rival…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

The financial dilemma that wound up helping US churches thrive

By many measures, Americans are growing less religious: Since 2007, for example, the percentage of people who pray daily has dropped, while the “unaffiliated” have grown to 29%. But those numbers can distract from just how much faith still matters in American public life – much more so than in…

The Conversation · Aug 4