Tamil Nadu’s Lavanya case: Communal narrative vs evidence Four years ago, a teenager in Tamil Nadu was dying. Newslaundry · Feb 21
Top 4 Miraculous Lord Shiva Temples in South India Lord Shiva is also known as Maha Dev, the greatest God, and Bholenath, one of the kindest Gods in Hinduism. In fact, the architecture of many of the temples dedicated to Bhagwan Neelakanta in South India reflects this majestic and divine nature of the deity. A number of dynasties such… Times Life · Feb 20
4 Vishnu Temples Where Devotees Pray for Financial Stability “ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय।” There comes a moment in almost every person’s life when money stops being just currency and starts becoming a source of anxiety. The fear of instability, loans that seem endless, business uncertainty, job insecurity, rising expenses. In such times, faith often becomes a quiet anchor. In… Times Life · Feb 20
Before Wellness Was Trendy, He Was Living It - Meet the 95-Year-Old Inspiring Millions While everyone seems busy chasing the latest fitness craze - new workout splits, fancy supplements, protein powders with ingredients you can’t even pronounce - a 95-year-old grandfather is quietly proving that good health doesn’t have to be that complicated. No biohacking. No expensive memberships. No “30-day transformation” challenges. His story… Times Life · Feb 19
6 Temples in India Where Men Are Completely Banned – Here’s Why “यत्र नार्यस्तु पूज्यन्ते रमन्ते तत्र देवताः।” Where women are honored, there the divine dwells. When we talk about temple entry in India, the debate usually goes in one direction. We hear about women being restricted. We hear about court cases. We hear about equality versus tradition. But there is another… Times Life · Feb 17
Struggling in Career, Love, or Life? Visit These 7 Powerful Ganesh Temples Every Hindu ritual begins with Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the bringer of new beginnings. Across India, certain temples are renowned for helping devotees overcome specific life challenges. From career and education to family, relationships, travel, and fertility, each temple carries unique spiritual energy. Devotees visit with deep… MyLifeXP · Feb 13
7 Spiritual Mahashivratri Celebrations That Show Shiva’s Divine Energy Mahashivratri, the Great Night of Lord Shiva, is one of India’s most sacred festivals, bringing millions of devotees together each year. Celebrated on the fourteenth night of Phalguna, it represents spiritual awakening, inner transformation, and balance of energies. Devotees fast, chant “Om Namah Shivaya,” and stay awake all night, while… MyLifeXP · Feb 11
Why Do People Really Die in Their Sleep?7 Surprising Reasons People Never Wake Up Sleeping is meant to be calm and restorative, yet every night, thousands of people never wake up. Dying in your sleep may seem frightening, but experts say it can be a peaceful transition. Most cases are caused by hidden medical conditions affecting the heart, lungs, or brain. Modern research and… MyLifeXP · Feb 11
Why Do Problems Keep Repeating in Your Life? 7 Spiritual Secrets to Clear Karmic Debt Do delays follow you no matter how hard you work? Do money problems or repeated misunderstandings disturb your peace? In Vedic wisdom, these patterns are often linked to karmic debt, a spiritual concept explained in Hindu scriptures and astrology. Every action creates energy. Positive actions bring harmony, while negative actions… MyLifeXP · Feb 11
These 7 Indian Temples Are Over 1,000 Years Old And Something Still Lives Inside Them India is more than a nation. It is a living spiritual civilization shaped by faith, devotion, and sacred wisdom. Across the country, ancient temples that are over 1,000 years old still stand strong, witnessing centuries of history, change, and belief. These temples have survived kings and empires, natural forces, and… MyLifeXP · Feb 11
Why These 5 Shiva Temples Are Must-Visit This Maha Shivratri? Maha Shivratri on 15 February 2026 is a sacred night of devotion, fasting, meditation, and prayer, celebrating the divine bond of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The cosmic Tandava dance of Shiva represents the victory of consciousness over ignorance, inspiring spiritual awakening. Beyond the famous Jyotirlingas, India is home to… MyLifeXP · Feb 5
Watch: Fire and rescue officers win the internet by rescuing puppy from ditch as mother dog waits anxiously Every life matters; every living being deserves to be taken care of. A video from Tamil Nadu not only proves this but also highlights that the world still has compassion. In the video making rounds on social media, few officers from fire and rescue department can be seen rescuing a… Times Pets · Feb 5
Tamil Nadu Minister Sparks Row, Says North Indians ‘Come to Sell Pani Puri, Only Know Hindi Tamil Nadu Agriculture Minister MRK Panneerselvam has sparked a controversy with comments linking migrant workers from northern states to menial jobs while defending the state’s two-language policy, reigniting the long-standing Hindi-versus-regional language debate just weeks before the Assembly elections. Whats Hot · Feb 5
4 Must-Visit Ancient Monuments in India Over 500 Years Old India is a country that is recognised by the whole world for its prestigious historical and mythological heritage. In fact, travelling throughout the country can expose our minds to a plethora of cultures and architectural wonders that this journey in itself can be considered as an educational course. In this… Times Life · Feb 3
Texas Observer · Feb 2 A Reporter’s Religious Quest in Houston Suburbia At a Hindu temple hidden in Pearland, I found lessons about community, womanhood, and alienation.
MyLifeXP · Jan 28 5 Sun Temples in India That Hold Ancient Secrets You Never Knew Since ancient times, the Sun, or Surya, has been worshipped as the source of life, energy, and light. Ancient Indian architects celebrated this celestial force by building grand Sun Temples across the country, combining devotion with exceptional craftsmanship. These temples are masterpieces of art, astronomy, and architecture, reflecting the knowledge…
The Independent UK · Jan 21 PHOTO ESSAY: Centuries-old bull festival in southern India remains popular despite protests Hours before daybreak in Avaniyapuram, in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, a large crowd gathers to celebrate the annual harvest festival called Pongal. Spectators occupy long makeshift galleries erected on both sides of a barricaded track. Those who can't find space climb onto the rooftops of nearby houses.
Newslaundry · Jan 5 Tamil Nadu vs Uttar Pradesh debt: Why the comparison is misleading After Congress leader Praveen Chakravarthy’s tweet, one economic comparison has gone viral: that Tamil Nadu’s total debt is now higher than Uttar Pradesh’s.
Newslaundry · Dec 31, 2025 A call from Kerala that spurred Karnataka CMO into action Welcome to this week’s Powertrip, a political newsletter exclusively curated for TNM and NL subscribers. This week’s edition is by Shabbir Ahmed, Pooja Prasanna, and Nidheesh MK.
Newslaundry · Dec 1, 2025 Let Me Explain: Women at the heart of Tamil Nadu’s factory economy Of the 14.9 lakh women working in registered factories across India, 6.3 lakh are in just one state – Tamil Nadu.
The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2025 Six dead and dozens injured as buses crash head-on in southern India State orders investigation into reckless driving
Newslaundry · Nov 20, 2025 No timeline, but Governors can’t sit on Bills indefinitely, says Supreme Court Timelines cannot be imposed on the President or Governors to decide on pending Bills, a Constitution bench of the Supreme Court unanimously ruled on Thursday, November 20. The court, however, said that Governors cannot sit on Bills indefinitely, in which case the Supreme Court would exercise a limited power of…
Newslaundry · Nov 13, 2025 631 deaths, 4 years: Inside Odisha’s elephant conflict zone Odisha has around 912 elephants, fewer than states like Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. But it has recorded more deaths attributed to the human-elephant conflict in comparison. By October this year alone, 75 people had died in elephant attacks. That’s beside the extensive damage caused to crops and farmland.
Newslaundry · Oct 10, 2025 Hoax bomb threats target Tamil Nadu journalists, media houses A series of bomb threats targeting the residences of Tamil Nadu journalists and media houses over the past week put the Tamil Nadu police and Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) in a state of high alert. Site inspection and searches at the targeted locations by BDDS teams showed the…
Newslaundry · Oct 7, 2025 4 ml of poison, four times a day: Inside the Coldrif tragedy that claimed 17 children It began quietly on a rainy August afternoon in Madhya Pradesh. It was around 3 pm on August 16, when six-year-old Divyansh Yaduvanshi developed a fever. His temperature read 100 degrees Fahrenheit – mild enough to seem harmless, yet enough to worry his father, Prakash Yaduvanshi, a small farmer from…