Connecting Global Threads of Faith Newsletter # 2 July
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- Aug 1
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Connecting Global Threads of Faith
Editor’s Note…
As attacks on temples and Hindu voices intensify across borders, our silence can no longer be an option. This newsletter brings forth stories of persecution and pride, urging the world to stand up for Hindu rights and dignity…
July Newsletter – 2
(July 15 – July 31)
In an era of unprecedented global connectivity, the struggles and resilience of Hindus facing violence and persecution often go unrecognized. This fortnightly report brings these overlooked narratives to light by providing an unbiased and comprehensive selection of news agencies’ reports offering an overview of incidents impacting the Hindu community worldwide, while also celebrating Hindu heritage. Through this initiative, we seek to raise awareness and advocate for the protection of Hindu rights and religious freedom globally.
Asia
Bangaladesh
Former ISKCON leader and Sanatani Jagran Jote spokesperson Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a vocal Sanatani figure, has been denied bail in five cases in Chittagong, including the alleged murder of a lawyer. Heavy police deployment around the court highlights rising tension surrounding Hindu activism in Bangladesh.
Nepal
During the Hindu holy month of Shravan, the Pashupatinath Temple in Nepal draws thousands of Shiva devotees who observe fasting rituals, offer sacred items to the deity, and engage in vibrant spiritual festivities marked by music, prayer, and cultural devotion.
India
Uttar Pradesh government has launched a state-wide initiative to restore ancient Shiva temples and upgrade surrounding infrastructure to promote religious tourism and cultural heritage.
In Jharkhand, a thief attempting to rob a Kali temple fell asleep inside and was caught with the stolen items—devotees believe it was divine intervention by the Goddess herself.
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) suspended four employees for practising non-Hindu faiths while serving in key roles under the revered Hindu temple trust. The action reflects an effort to preserve the religious sanctity and dharmic responsibility of those employed in Hindu temple administration.
The Kanaka Durga temple in Vijayawada is set for grand Shravanam celebrations from July 26 to August 24, featuring special pujas, Varalakshmi Vratham, and Krishna Janmashtami festivities. Thousands of devotees are expected, with elaborate arrangements ensuring smooth darshan and participation.
Nine foreign devotees from six countries, including the U.S., Canada, and Germany, undertook the sacred Amarnath Yatra, deeply moved by the spiritual energy of the cave shrine. Despite recent terror attacks, the yatra continues with strong faith and over 3.5 lakh pilgrims having completed the journey so far.
Indian President Draupadi Murmu’s recommendation of the Kashmiri Pandits Rehabilitation Bill has revived hopes among the displaced community, though Panun Kashmir has rejected it for sidelining the core demand of a separate homeland and genocide recognition.
After 40 years a land dispute between Hindu and Sikh communities in Varanasi’s Jagatganj was peacefully resolved, allowing both a Hanuman temple and a gurudwara to be built. The symbolic unlocking of the plot marked a celebration of communal harmony through mutual understanding, without court intervention.
China
A Hindu-influenced Buddhist temple in Quanzhou, China, reveals the flourishing maritime trade and cultural exchange between India and China from early centuries. Hindu deities like Shiva, Parvati, and Narasimha appear in temple carvings, showcasing how Indian spiritual ideas travelled with goods across the monsoon-powered sea route, especially during Chola and Rashtrakuta times.
Pacific
Australia
In a deeply disturbing wave of hate crimes in Australia, Melbourne's Shree Swaminarayan Temple was defaced with racist graffiti, alongside attacks on Asian-owned establishments. Just days earlier, a young Indian student was brutally assaulted in Adelaide, highlighting growing concerns over anti-Hindu and anti-Indian sentiment.
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