On November 3, 2024, coordinated attacks were carried out by Khalistani extremists at Hindu temples in Canada, sparking concern and unrest among Hindu Canadians. The incidents took place at the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Ontario, and the Laxmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey, British Columbia, with protests escalating into violent confrontations and alarming responses from the Canadian police. The Attacks…
Chances are high that a piece of clothing you bought from Target, Nike, Levi Strauss, Adidas, Tommy Hilfiger, or other retailers was made from the sweat of Bangladeshis including Hindus living there. Now they are bleeding and need our help. This country is going through a tragic patch (hopefully a short one) and its minorities, Bangladeshi Hindus, are at the…
This article reports the vandalism of Vijay’s Sherawali Temple in Hayward, California. The Hindu American Foundation (HAF) stated it’s the second such incident in the East Bay within two weeks. Details: The media report of the vandalism: https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/second-east-bay-hindu-temple-hit-by-vandalism-in-two-weeks/amp/
Graffiti supporting a separate Sikh homeland was found at a Hindu temple in Newark, California. Police are investigating it as a potential hate crime due to its targeted nature and intimidating message. The incident drew condemnation from various organizations, including the Consulate General of India. The vandalism is linked to the pro-Khalistan movement, which seeks an independent Sikh state. Key…
Hindu communities around the world rejoiced at the consecration of the Shri Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, India, on January 22nd. Across the United States, many public events were held to mark this joyous occasion. However, amidst the celebrations by Hindu Americans, several media outlets published misleading and factually incorrect reports about the Ram Mandir. It’s crucial to expose the false…
Hinduphobia or Hindu hate is growing nationwide and resulting in various kinds of hate crimes. Several reports including the one by the FBI highlight this alarming trend. What is Hinduphobia [1] Hinduphobia is a set of antagonistic, destructive, and derogatory attitudes and behaviors towards Sanatana Dharma (Hinduism) and Hindus that may manifest as prejudice, fear, or hatred. The complete range…
Meenakshi Jain’s “The Battle for Rama” presents European observations from 1776-1960 suggesting the Mughals dismantled a Hindu temple at Ayodhya, later building the Babri Masjid on the site. Highlights: 1776: Joseph Tieffenthaler described Hindus worshiping a cradle and doing rituals around the future mosque site. No mention of Muslim prayer. 1799-1838: Edward Thornton and R.M. Martin noted the mosque’s construction…
The upcoming Pran Pratishtha, or inauguration ceremony, of the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya on January 22, 2024, marks the culmination of a centuries-long journey filled with perseverance, resilience, and maturity. This historical narrative is deeply rooted in Ayodhya’s significance as the capital of the Ikshvaku dynasty and the birthplace of Bhagwan Shri Ram. The construction of the Babri structure…
“Bitch, this ain’t India! You fucked India up, and now you’re fucking America up,” the man yelled. Victim explained that the man’s rhetoric was similar to that of the Khalistan group, a Sikh separatist organization in northern India In California, an Indian American man faced a vile, slur-filled tirade at a Taco Bell, raising concern about rising Hinduphobia. The unprovoked…
