Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

HISTORICAL FACTS: Sanatan dharma | History Defined

FIR against Mamata Banerjee over 'Ganda Dharma' remark

An FIR has been registered against TMC Chief Mamata Banerjee for allegedly making derogatory remarks about Sanatan Dharma at an Eid celebration last year. A lawyer's complaint states Banerjee referred to the religion as "ganda dharma" (dirty religion), hurting followers' sentiments and promoting disharmony. The FIR includes charges of criminal…

The Economic Times

Why Vishnu Cried Before Adi Shakti

Before the universe took shape before stars, planets, or even time itself existed… a strange silence filled creation. In that silence, even Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva were searching for answers. They did not know who created them or what supreme force existed before all creation. According to the Devi Bhagavata…

MyLifeXP

Why ‘Shri’ Is Never Used Before Lord Shiva’s Name

Have you ever noticed something strange in Hindu traditions? People lovingly say Shri Ram, Shri Krishna, Shri Ganesh, and even Shri Hanuman. But when it comes to Shiva, devotees usually say Mahadev, Bholenath, Shankar, or Shiv Ji not “Shri Shiv.” Most people never question this small detail. Yet hidden behind…

MyLifeXP

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Why Are Naga Sadhus Called Shiva’s Warriors?

To most people, Naga Sadhus seem mysterious. Their ash-covered bodies, long matted hair, tridents, and fierce appearance often make them look frightening or supernatural. But behind that image is a much deeper truth. Naga Sadhus are not only ascetics. They are also seen as warriors of faith, deeply devoted to…

Times Life

Why Is Sindoor Applied Three Times? The Hidden Secret of This Powerful Hindu Wedding Ritual

A Hindu wedding is not only a celebration. It is a sacred vow witnessed by fire, family, and faith. The ritual of applying sindoor, called Sindoor Daan, is one of the most important moments in the ceremony. The red vermilion placed in the bride’s maang symbolizes her new journey as…

MyLifeXP

5 Daily Rituals That Protect and Purify a Hindu Household

“गृहस्थो धर्ममाश्रित्य यज्ञदानतपः क्रियाः। लोकान् पोषयते नित्यं स्वधर्मेणैव तिष्ठति॥” In the vast spiritual framework of Sanatan Dharma, the householder is not seen as an ordinary individual chasing worldly duties. The grihastha is the pillar of society. Ancient scriptures describe the householder stage as the very foundation that supports students, renunciates,…

Times Life

5 Essential Worship Rules in Sanatan Dharma Most People Don’t Know

Worship in Sanatan Dharma is not just lighting a lamp or ringing a bell. It is a sacred connection between the soul and the Divine. Ancient scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita teach that devotion must come from purity, discipline, and intention. Many people pray daily, yet few understand the deeper…

MyLifeXP

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Why the Kshama Yachna Mantra Is the Most Powerful Prayer You Say Without Realizing

In every Hindu ritual, there is a silent moment at the end when devotees fold their hands and ask for forgiveness. This sacred prayer is called the Kshama Yachna Mantra. In Sanatan Dharma, asking forgiveness is not weakness. It is strength. It shows humility, awareness, and deep devotion. Even after…

MyLifeXP

Why Devotees Call This Kashi Temple the Second Kedarnath

What if you could receive the spiritual blessings of Kedarnath Temple without climbing the Himalayas? On the sacred banks of the Ganga in Varanasi near Kedar Ghat stands the powerful Gaurikedareshwar Mahadev Temple. Devotees believe one darshan here grants the same spiritual merit as Kedarnath Dham. Rooted in Puranic legend,…

MyLifeXP

Maha Kumbh Stampede: CM Yogi visits site of the tragedy

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday visited the site where stampede occurred on January 29 at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, resulting in multiple casualties and injuries. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Mahakumbh: Akharas embrace digital technology to streamline management

With the Yogi government leveraging technology to transform the Prayagraj Mahakumbh into a grand, clean, safe, spiritually enriching and well-organized event, the 13 Akharas--the spiritual flag bearers of Sanatan Dharma--are following suit. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Delhi HC refuses to entertain PIL for formation of body to protect Sanatan Dharma

The Delhi High Court declined to entertain a PIL that sought directions to the central government and other respondents to constitute a religious body on Wednesday, like a "Sanatan Dharm Raksha Board," for "the protection of Sanatan Dharma and its culture." Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

In run-up to LS polls on TV, 52% primetime segments against Oppn, around 1% on jobs, education

Indian democracy is at a critical juncture, with the world’s largest elections underway, and misinformation rampant. While the country’s press freedom ranking has slipped to 161 and Indian democracy has been categorised as an “electoral autocracy” in the latest V-Dem report, is the media making voters aware of key issues,…

Newslaundry

Lok Sabha elections | BJP’s ‘ideological ancestors’ supported British, Muslim League against Indians, says Mallikarjun Kharge

Congress chief Kharge accuses BJP of supporting British and Muslim League, Modi's remarks on Congress manifesto criticized.

The Hindu

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Hindu

After withdrawing from Lok Sabha poll race, Congress national spokesperson Rohan Gupta now quits party

In a setback to the Congress ahead of the parliamentary elections, its national spokesperson Rohan Gupta from primary membership and all other posts of the party

Dynamite News

"Divisive politics on rise before elections": Anurag Thakur; slams Congress over "no family" jibe

Union Minister Anurag Thakur came down heavily on INDIA bloc leaders, accusing them of standing with the 'tukde tukde gang' "who have only aimed to divide India" and "raising pro-Pakistan slogans to celebrate their victory". Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Caldwell’s ‘Comparative Grammar of Dravidian Languages’ is a fake book, says R.N. Ravi

Chennai Governor R.N. Ravi exposes colonial tactics targeting Sanatan Dharma, emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural heritage.

Dynamite News

Samajwadi Party Chief Whip Manoj Pandey resigns, fears of cross voting in Rajya Sabha polls loom

Amid speculation of cross-voting in the Rajya Sabha election, Samajwadi Party MLA and leader Manoj Kumar Pandey resigned from the post of Samajwadi Party Chief Whip. Read further on Dynamite News:

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Dynamite News

The Constitutional Irrelevance of Sanatana Dharma says Andimuthu Raja

WHAT IS SANATAN Dharma really? The definitions and contents of Sanatana Dharma have never been placed for public scrutiny visibly in the land where it originated. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

The Constitutional Irrelevance of Sanatana Dharma: Andimuthu Raja

WHAT IS SANATAN Dharma really? The definitions and contents of Sanatana Dharma have never been placed for public scrutiny visibly in the land where it originated. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Over 1,000 invitees to discuss setting free temples from govt. control at State-level conference starting Saturday

HJS and Karnataka Temple-Mutt and Religious Institutions Federation to host State-level temple conference in Bengaluru on Dec 16-17. Over 1,000 invitees, incl. trustees, priests, delegates, religious thinkers and pro-Hindu advocates, to discuss protection of temples, freeing them from govt control, providing basic amenities to devotees and protecting temple tradition. Jalgaon…

The Hindu

Ram Janmbhoomi movement started by Sikhs, says Rajnath Singh

Sikhs started Ram Janmabhoomi movement in Ayodhya: Rajnath Singh. He praised Sikh community for protecting Sanatan Dharma and nation. He noted that on Dec 1, 1858, Sikhs took control of the premises and wrote 'Ram Ram' everywhere. He lauded their courage and sacrifices for the motherland. He attended book launch…

The Hindu

Row over RJD MLA’s statement that Goddess Durga is imaginary

RJD MLA's comment on Goddess Durga triggers controversy in Bihar. Opposition BJP condemns statement, calling it minority appeasement. Union Minister Giriraj Singh says CM Nitish Kumar and Lalu Prasad testing Hindus' tolerance. Nityanand Rai slams Bihar government, alleging those against Sanatan Dharma have blessings of Nitish and Tejashwi.

The Hindu

Himanta Biswa Sarma gets EC notice for speech targeting Chhattisgarh Minister

Himanta Biswa Sarma alleges Bhupesh Baghel opened "big market of religious conversion" in Chhattisgarh to weaken Sanatan Dharma. Criticizes Congress for failing to construct Ram temple in 70 years, attacking Baghel for farm loan waiver

The Hindu

Shivraj slams Congress, INDIA bloc over Udhayanidhi’s Sanatan Dharma remarks

At a public rally in Mauganj, Mr. Chouhan said that a “nervous Congress” was now forming alliances with different parties as it knew it could not defeat the BJP.

1 2

People

Shivraj Singh Chouhan

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Bharatiya Janata Party

The Bharatiya Janata Party

271 stories

the Government of India

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.