Kailash Mansarovar Yatra to resume in June after 5 years amid efforts to normalise India-China ties
Saturday, 26 April 2025 After a five-year hiatus due to the pandemic and border tensions, India and China will resume the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in June 2025. The pilgrimage, significant for Hindus, Jains, and Buddhists, will proceed through Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand and Nathu La in Sikkim. This resumption signals a positive step towards mending bilateral relations following recent diplomatic discussions and troop withdrawals.
Usha Vance’s decision to wear a traditional mantilla at Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration has sparked controversy and raised eyebrows worldwide. Why did the Second Lady choose to honor the Catholic tradition with this symbolic gesture? In this video, we dive into the deeper meaning behind Usha’s choice, exploring its cultural and religious significance. A Hindu by faith, Usha has supported her husband, Vice President JD Vance, through his conversion to Catholicism—now, her bold display of respect at the Vatican draws attention from both critics and supporters. Was this a political statement, a gesture of respect, or something more? Watch as we unpack the tension between faith, politics, and symbolism at this historic event with the first American pope.
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A tragic stampede at the Lairai Devi temple in Goa’s Shirgao village claimed six lives and left around 80 injured during the fire-walking ritual of the Lairai Zatra festival. Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant confirmed the fatalities and pledged full support to victims' families. Five of the injured are critical and on ventilator support, according to state health minister Vishwajit Rane. Prime Minister Modi extended condolences. The Lairai Zatra is one of Goa's most important Hindu festivals. Deadly stampedes are a recurring risk at large religious gatherings in India.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi sparked excitement at a spiritual event by alluding to "Operation Sindoor," drawing cheers from the audience. He praised Acharya.. IndiaTimes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the ‘Dharma Chakravarti’ title at Vidyanand's centenary. The event took place at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. It marked.. IndiaTimes
Between 2010 and 2020, the world’s population grew—and so did most major religious groups. Christianity remains the largest religion at 2.3 billion, but its global share fell to 28.8% as more people left the faith, especially in Western nations. Islam experienced the fastest growth, adding 347 million to reach 2 billion globally, fueled by high fertility rates and youthful populations. Meanwhile, the religiously unaffiliated rose to 24.2%, driven by secular trends in countries like China, the U.S., and Japan. Demographic shifts suggest Islam could match Christianity by mid-century.
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