Maha Kumbh: An Unimaginable “Green” Confluence of Hindus

Last updated on: March 18, 2025 at 10:20 am By Vijendra Agarwal

The recently concluded Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Bharat, is deeply rooted in Hindu tradition. It symbolizes purification and spiritual rebirth through ritualistic bathing at the confluence of three sacred rivers- the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati. The latter is considered an ancient and mythologically significant river, often mentioned in the Rigveda as a mighty and sacred water body. It is now considered a subterranean river(due to climatic changes), but Hindus still believe in the Prayagraj confluence of three rivers (Triveni Sangam).... Read more

Hinduism and the Olympics: Manu Bhaker and Bhagavad Gita

Last updated on: August 9, 2024 at 6:48 pm By Vijendra Agarwal

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While it may not always be apparent, I suspect that religious practices and beliefs hold significance for many of today’s Olympians, just as they did when the Olympics were first established. This article focuses on Manu Bhaker, an athlete from India (also known as Bharat). A 22-year-old Bhaker made history at the Paris Olympics by winning two Bronze medals and narrowly missing a third. In the present context, she deserves recognition for connecting the dots between her deep spiritual connection... Read more

Ram Rath Yatra In The U. S. And Its Significance For Hindus

Last updated on: June 3, 2024 at 7:36 pm By Vijendra Agarwal

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Bhagwan (God) Ram in Hinduism is one of the most revered and beloved deities. Ram is believed to be the seventh avatar of the God Vishnu, the preserver in the Hindu Trinity. We write about the Ram Rath Yatra (RRY) across the United States and the heightened historical significance of the Pran Pratishtha ( consecration) of Ram Lalla Mandir (temple) in Ayodhya, India. The photo shows Prime Minister Modi during the globally watched Pran Pratishtha on January 22, an earlier... Read more

“Ram Lalla” in Ayodhya, Hinduism, and Minnesota Celebration

Last updated on: January 28, 2024 at 1:46 pm By Vijendra Agarwal

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“Ram is not fire; Ram is energy. Ram is not a dispute; Ram is a solution. Ram is not just ours; Ram belongs to everyone. Ram is not just present; Ram is eternal.” Narendra Modi January 22, 2024, will forever be a historic, monumental, and magnificent day of Sanatan Dharma revival for the consecration of Ram Mandir. Prime Minister Modi performed “Pran Pratishtha” which was witnessed by millions around the world. It was the grand spectacle of our lifetime.... Read more

U.S. Targeting Hindu Bharat’s Religious Freedom-Part 1

Last updated on: January 17, 2024 at 12:49 pm By Vijendra Agarwal

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Why is Bharat’s Religious Freedom Monitored by Only Individuals of Abrahamic Faith? Background: The world’s topmost religions include Christianity (~2.4 B), Islam (~1.9B), Hinduism (~1.2B), and Buddhism (~0.5 B). The last two religions originated in ancient Bharat with about 5,000 old history and civilization. Today’s Bharat (known as India) has a population of about 1.4 B and is a Hindu-majority nation. Hindus are inherently secular. The religious demography in Christian-dominated America, according to a PRRI report in 2021 (www.prri.org), includes... Read more

Hindu Festivals: Govardhan Puja, Annakut, and Chhappan Bhog

Last updated on: November 26, 2023 at 2:12 pm By Vijendra Agarwal

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The Govardhan Puja, Annakut, and Chhapan Bhog are intimately connected and observed on the day after Deepavali. These are associated with an ancient and legendary story from the times of Lord Krishna dating back to around 3,228 BCE. It is typical that most Hindu festivals connect us to our Divine roots. This article includes the brief history and significance of these festivals followed by how the local Hindu community celebrated them. Most Hindu festivals offer food to God and once... Read more

Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in New Jersey

Last updated on: November 23, 2023 at 11:37 am By Vijendra Agarwal

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It was blissful and a blessing to visit the majestic, magnificent, and mesmerizing architectural marvel, the Akshardham Temple in New Jersey. The second-largest in the world and the largest of the three Akshardham temples is the New Jersey temple (mandir). The other two are in New Delhi and Gandhinagar, India. The Akshardham under discussion stands about 191 feet at its highest point, on more than 180 acres of land with nearly 10,000 statues. Interesting to note that the largest Hindu... Read more

Last updated on: May 28, 2024 at 12:20 pm By Vijendra Agarwal

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RAM RATH YATRA IN THE UNITED STATES AND ITS SIGNIFICANCEBhagwan Ram in Hinduism is one of the most revered and beloved deities. Ram is believed to be the seventh avatar of the God Vishnu, the preserver in the Hindu Trinity. We write about the Ram Rath Yatra (RRY) across the United States and the heightened historical significance of the Pran Pratishtha ( consecration) of Ram Lalla Mandir (temple) in Ayodhya, India.We include a brief description of RRY, its spiritual, religious,... Read more

Bharat (India)’s Values, Culture, and Heritage During the G20

Last updated on: September 27, 2023 at 4:21 pm By Vijendra Agarwal

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This year’s G20 summit was proudly hosted by Prime Minister Modi in New Delhi. It was an unprecedented geopolitical event in which the New Delhi declaration was unanimously agreed by all G20 members. Another political dimension was the unanimity for admitting the African Union as a permanent member of G20. This added 55 African countries with an economy worth about $3 trillion and 1.4 billion in population. The third accomplishment was the revival of the new “Spice Route,” clinched among... Read more

Forgiveness in Hinduism and the Hindu Temple of Minnesota

Last updated on: September 26, 2023 at 7:29 am By Vijendra Agarwal

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In the Bhagwad Gita, one of the most sacred Hindu scriptures, Lord Krishna states that “forgiveness” is one of the great qualities everyone should practice and aspire for. He, however, cautioned not to use forgiveness indiscriminately. This article is about an act of forgiveness, a higher purpose of Divine faith and Hinduism, by the community in Minnesota. The incidence goes as far back as 2006, a part of the history of the Hindu Temple of Minnesota (HTM) when it was... Read more