Mark these dates (29th May to 9th July) and don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of Special Satsangs, Yoga programs & Public Talks. Swami Yogaswarupananda Ji, Vice-President Divine Life Society, Rishikesh, is visiting Sydney from 29th May to 9th of July. On this occasion, Divine Life Society of Australia is organising a […]
Hey gobind, Hey gopaal at Gallipoli in the trenches
May 4, 2019 by ·
Indian soldiers fought along with Otago battalions from New Zealand during World War I. During Vaisakhi and on other days when blood, bullets, death and injury were raining, Indian soldiers would bravely celebrate their festivals using a tin can as a drum. According to two historians Harchand Singh Bedi and Harprabhjeet Singh Bedi of SBS […]
A NSW MP goes Vegan
April 27, 2019 by ·
By: Sydney Morning Herald. “The chicken was purring and I realised chickens purr the same way as my cat,” she said. “I realised if I can’t eat my cat then I can’t eat this chicken.” Few politicians are asked about their diet as much as Ms Hurst, who is required as a candidate for the […]
ANZAC spirit recalls Australia India friendship – Indian down under
April 23, 2019 by ·
By Vijay Badhwar, Indian Down Under. Thanks to the Hindu Council of Australia who took initiative last year to erect the Cherrybrook Cenotaph that the Indian community now shares a part of ANZAC history. Related Images:
Nataraja Art work exhibited at Royal Easter Show
April 20, 2019 by ·
By: Shweta Bhargava. A 5 feet tall painting of Hindu lord Shiva is among several beautiful artworks that are currently being exhibited at the Sydney Royal Easter Show 2019. The artwork is made up by Sydney based Artist Shweta Bhargava, who is promoting Indian art forms in Australia since last 8 years. Artist Shweta Bhargava […]
Sewa International sponsoring school bags for poor in Karnataka
April 19, 2019 by ·
By: Rajesh. Sewa International. Sewa International, a member organization of Hindu Council of Australia, has been sponsoring poor children from rural areas of Karnataka by sponsoring school bags with all stationery for an year. Our target is 500 kits and we have raised about 74 kits. We still need 426 kits yet to be sponsored […]
Government delays religious freedom bill until after election
April 10, 2019 by ·
Ben McEachen | April 10th, 2019 (Eternity News) But launches inquiry into anti-discrimination laws Related Images:
ISKCON Bhoomi Puja ( Ground Breaking Ceremony)
April 9, 2019 by ·
By: Mona Swarup, Krishna Devotee. The grassland site at 217 Windsor Road, Vineyard was buzzing with activity since 8.00am on Sunday 31st March 2019. A team of enthusiastic devotees added final touches to the Bhumi Puja celebrations that were to commence in couple of hours. A huge white marquee was set up with chairs […]
Australia plans to reduce the Migration Program ceiling by 15 per cent
March 28, 2019 by ·
Hindus are the fastest growing religion in Australia mainly due to migration of IT and other skilled experts. Now Australia plans to reduce its migration program. A statement by The Hon David Coleman MP MINISTER FOR IMMIGRATION, CITIZENSHIP AND MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS 21 March 2019 Good afternoon, I’m writing to you to update you on the […]
India Run Festival in Melbourne
March 26, 2019 by ·
By: Makrand Bhagwat. Hindu Council of Australia Victoria chapter alongwith other parivar organisations is supporting this India run festival. The tickets can be purchased by clicking on the link below – https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/india-run-festival-tickets-55755093987 Please use code ‘HCAIRF’ for a 10 AUD discount on the tickets. Every runner will receive a free T-shirt for the […]
ISKCON Bhumi Puja
March 24, 2019 by ·
Bhoomi Puja of the new temple of ISKCON on Sunday 31st March. Related Images:
Parmahansa Yogananda kriya Yoga in Sydney
March 22, 2019 by ·
Register below for this FREE Lecture and Guided Meditation by Sydney Centre of Self-Realization Fellowship Free – Register by clicking here Event Information Introducing the Kriya Yoga meditation practices of Paramahansa Yogananda, followed by a reception. About this Event We welcome Brother Devananda, a monk of the Self-Realization Fellowship Order (SRF), back […]
Navy officer honoured as role model at Gargi Awards
March 20, 2019 by ·
By: Navy Daily. Navy’s Principal Chaplain Colin Acton congratulates Lieutenant Kamala Sharma-Wing on her Gargi Award in the Defence, Police, Fire and Emergency Services category. Lieutenant Sharma Wing won the Hindu Council’s 2019 Gargi Award in the Defence, Police, Fire and Emergency Services category at a ceremony in Sydney. Lieutenant Sharma-Wing was excited to receive […]
Sri Ramakrishna Birthday Celebration
March 13, 2019 by ·
The pulsating, ancient sound of Vedic Chanting by the Vedanta Society Nuns launched this year’s public celebration of Sri Ramakrishna’s birthday celebration at Vedanta Hall. In his introductory comments to a panel session on Joy of Spirituality in the Light of Sri Ramakrishna’s Life and Message, Robert Grant observed that: “We’re surrounded by complicated, obsessive […]
Nepalese Peace Pagoda, Brisbane, Australia
March 11, 2019 by ·
By: Chetan Pant Short Video on Nepalese temple built by Nepal in World Expo 88′, situated in the South bank of Brisbane City, Australia. Captured through Mobile Camera. Related Images:
Hare Krishna Community and Cultural Centre coming up
March 9, 2019 by ·
His Divine Grace A C Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (Founder Acharya: International Society for Krishna Consciousness) Hare Krishna Community and Cultural Centre coming up! The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), more popularly known as the “Hare Krishnas”, has announced a new temple and cultural centre to be built in Vineyard (near Windsor), approximately 50 km […]
Perth Jalaram Temple Update
March 8, 2019 by ·
PROJECT UPDATE SHREE JALARAM SANATAN MANDIR & COMMUNITY CENTRE. JAI JALARAM, We are delighted to write to you about our temple and community centre project. With the blessings of Pujya Shree Jalaram Bapa, Shree Jalaram Mandal WA (Inc) of Perth, Western Australia (herein after referred to as SJMWA), is honored to let you […]
Shivaratri Celebration at Vedanta Hall – Sunday 3 March
March 8, 2019 by ·
Shivaratri Celebration At Vedanta Hall, 15 Liverpool Rd, Croydon on Sunday 3 March. As an offering to Shiva the Celebration commenced with group chanting of Om Namah Shivaya 108 times creating a vibrant feeling of peace. In his speech at the event Nandu Mehta, Secretary of the Ramakrishna Sarada Vedanta Society of NSW, observed “Siva […]
Half a million cows to be buried in Australia
March 5, 2019 by ·
During recent floods in the northern state of Queensland many towns were devastated. The state of Queensland also known as the sunshine state is an agricultural state with cattle farming as well as milk a major part of its economy. Cattle grazing for beef and sheep grazing for wool production is an important industry. Queensland […]
Australians celebrate Maha Shivratri in Sydney
March 5, 2019 by ·
By: Anmol Puri. Art of Living in Sydney celebrated Mahashivratri with a soulful satsang at Dundas Community Centre followed by home cooked vegetarian dinner which also catered for those who were fasting. More than 60 people attended the satsang and were blissed by the soulful bhajans (devotional chanting) sung by Art of Living singers accompanied […]
Building a new temple based on Agama Sastra in Gungahlin District, Canberra
February 25, 2019 by ·
By: Dr Krishna Nadimpalli, Hindu Canberra Mandir. The Canberra Hindu Mandir (CHM) follows agama shastra architecture under the guidance of Sri Venkateswara Vedic University, Tirupati, India. CHM has been registered in 2014 to provide a place of worship for the Hindu practicing residents of Gungahlin region in Canberra. Australian Capital Territory (ACT) has offered 6000 sq.m […]
Sydney pays homage to 44 CRPF fallen in Pulwama Kashmir, India
February 19, 2019 by ·
Over a thousand Indians from all backgrounds gathered in Sydney today to pay their last respects to 44 Indian brave soldiers who died at the hand of religious fanatics. The incident took place in Pulwama, Kashmir, India when a suicide bomber rammed his explosive laden vehicle in to a bus transporting a convoy of Police. […]
Veerashaivas Community of Australia pays respects to Siddhaganga Swamiji.
February 17, 2019 by ·
By: Vijayakumar Halagali. Memorial service and Prayer meeting was organized by the Veerashaiva Samaja of Asia Pacific Inc. (VSAP) at Sri Sai Mandir Hall, Regents Park(Sydney), Australia. This event was organized to facilitate an opportunity to the local Veerashaiva community to pay last respects to most respected and worshipped Swamiji as the “Walking God”. This […]
Learn Sri Bhagwadgita via Whatsapp tele-bridged sessions by JET
February 8, 2019 by ·
By: Sai Paravastu. Jeeyar Education Trust (JET) is organising tele-bridged sessions to learn Sri Bhagwadgita https://chat.whatsapp.com/2la4exnD2EGI4ftBVNtdXB Collaboration will be via WhatsApp. Please spread this message to anyone Interested to learn. No age limit and no fees. Please take advantage of this program which is starting this week for next 35 weeks. More information […]
PM ScoMo fights for religious freedom despite the opposition
January 15, 2019 by ·
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Attorney-General Christian Porter have released the Ruddock Religious Freedom Review and the government’s response. Although the Ruddock panel said that Australia does not need a religious freedom commissioner, the Prime Minister has announced his intention to do so. The response also addresses issues like, when can a parent take their […]
Beef tallow in Australian currency notes
January 13, 2019 by ·
WHILE Australia was the first country in the world to produce banknotes made from plastic (polymer), what many people don’t realise is that our currency uses tallow — rendered animal fat from sheep, pigs and cows — as a ‘slip agent’ to prevent friction and static. The Reserve Bank of Australia confirmed banknotes have a […]
Ageing and Disability Commissioner to be established in NSW
December 20, 2018 by ·
Hindus are most affected due to ageing as existing facilities, historically, have been catering to Australians of white christian background. The establishment of a Commissioner is therefore a good news for ageing Hindus or those suffering from disability. NSW Government announcement about the establishment from 1 July 2019 of an Ageing and Disability Commissioner. The […]
First Indian Born Hindu woman elected in Upper House Victoria
December 13, 2018 by ·
Hindus started migrating to Australia in 1970’s and after about 50 years of migration, they have established their roots in their new homeland. Nothing illustrates it more than a migrant and that too a woman getting elected in a Parliament. Kaushalya Vaghela Kaushaliya Virjibhai Vaghela is a Hindu Indian Australian politician. She has been a […]
Australian Prime Minister – protection of our religious freedoms is synonymous with our identity
December 13, 2018 by ·
The Australian Prime Minister Hon Scott Morrison #ScoMo has a issued a press release vouching for the freedom of religion as essential to Australian identity in a diverse Australian society of today. Hindus applaud his statement and support a multicultural Australia, free of religious hatred and free of terrorism. THE HON SCOTT MORRISON MP […]
Selling Burgers to eliminate world hunger and save the earth
December 4, 2018 by ·
By : Surinder Jain. Amit Tiwari, founder of Soul Burgers fast food chain of restaurants in Australia, prides on selling tasty burgers with no animal meat in them. A burger without cruelty to animals (assuming killing is cruelty) and good for the environment (meat production is one of the major factors for climate change) is […]
Christian missionaries who won’t take no for an answer
December 2, 2018 by ·
By Robert Burton-Bradley. ABC. Christians who won’t take no for an answer — touched by God or ‘white saviour complex’? According to the Centre for the Global Study of Christianity, there are 440,000 long term missionaries in foreign countries. There are more than 1.6 million young Americans going abroad on short missions for weeks or […]
Australia’s first Hare Krishna schoolies: No sex, drugs, alcohol, gambling or meat
November 30, 2018 by ·
By : Samantha Turnbull , ABC North Coast Australia’s first all-Hare Krishna Year 12 class is shunning traditional Schoolies Week celebrations in favour of a trip to India, while vowing to forgo sex, alcohol, drugs, gambling and meat. Related Images:
Muslim leaders boycot discussions to stop terrorism
November 22, 2018 by ·
A proposed round table to discuss how Australia could better identify and stop extremism will be boycotted by Muslim leaders this week in response to comments from Prime Minister Scott Morrison who said religious leaders were “making excuses”. On 9 November 2018, at around 4:10 pm, a man set fire to a Holden Rodeo ute […]
A scholarship offered to Racist by Melbourne Law Firm
November 19, 2018 by ·
The Global Mobility Immigration Lawyers Scholarship is an annual initiative, open to all students enrolled in a course of secondary, tertiary or post-graduate practical education/training. The topic for 2019 is: The Racist Inside Me Discuss a time when you felt xenophobic and how you have since evolved. The web site explains how to obtain this […]
Annual Shankabhishekam at Darwin Varasiddhi Vinayaka Temple
November 16, 2018 by ·
By : Shashi Khanna. An idol in a Temple is given life by reciting mantras on an auspicious day. The idol is considered to have been born on that day whilst the birth star is calculated by time of Its consecration. Every year the idol’s Birthday and Star is celebrated by renewing the mantras and […]
Memorial dedicated to Indian Anzacs to be unveiled in Sydney
November 10, 2018 by ·
Twelve Indian-origin soldiers volunteered for the Australian Imperial Force during WWI, according to the records in the National Archives of Australia Related Images:
Karwachauth celebration at Darwin
October 30, 2018 by ·
By : Shashi Khanna. Karwa chauth – ( The Mother in-law & Daughter in law day ) – the festival of Wife, Husband & mother in law!! surprised!! Yes dear, that’s the beauty and core of India. India lies in its family bonding and relationships. The care ,warmth, sacrifices, compromises, support is integral part of […]
Hindu Council Marks 20th Year
October 28, 2018 by ·
A brief history of formation and 20 years of Hindu Council of Australia. A brief history of Australia’s leading Hindu body, which is gearing up for its largest Diwali celebration ever, in the coming fortnight The early years (1998-2009) The history of Hinduism in Australia goes back to the arrival of the First Fleet. It […]
Indian cultural society celebrates Dandia at Darwin Australia
October 28, 2018 by ·
By : Shashi Khanna. Indian culture celebrates life with seasons, festivals and many events celebrated all across Indian states. Dandia and Garbha the divine dance to worship during Navratri is special from western states of Gujarat and Rajasthan. Women and men clad in bright coloured traditional attire dance to the rhythmic tunes of worship. […]
Haifa Day Centenary Celebrated in Sydney Australia
October 22, 2018 by ·
The NSW Jewish Board of Deputies, an organization representing Jews in the New South wales state celebrated the centenary of the day the city of Haifa in Israel was liberated a hundred years ago. Over 100 members of the #Jewish and #Indian communities commemorated this 100th anniversary of the liberation of #Haifa during #WWI at […]
Ramnavami celebrated in Darwin Australia
October 20, 2018 by ·
By : Shashi Khanna. Multi cultural community celebrate Ramnavmi & Ashtami at Malak temple , Darwin NT Ramnavmi,birth of Lord Rama who is incarnation of God Vishnu(the creator) as said beautifully in Hindu scripture ‘Ramayana’.Its also the ninth day of Navratri – the 9 auspicious days of Puja and celebrations in India. All the regions […]
Durga Puja celebrated in Darwin Australia
October 20, 2018 by ·
By: Shashi Khanna. MA DURGA’S BLESSINGS AT DARWIN,NT Cultural Harmony at Harmony Hall , Darwin! October 13,2018 another cultural and religious initiative by the Indian community at Darwin. The occasion was the Durga Puja, first time celebrated at this magnanimous scale. The Puja & Durga society of Northern Territory was the organising body but a […]
Goddess Kali gets Special Commendation by Woolahra Council in Vaucluse Australia
October 19, 2018 by ·
By : Surinder Jain. Vaucluse is a harbour suburb in the Woollahra council within Sydney, Australia. It is one of the most fashion and art conscious highly sought after suburb with a very high average income. The Council runs an annual Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize (WSSP) and attracts some of the best artists in Australia […]
Mr Sharat Kumar one of the first priests of Sri Mandir passes away
October 7, 2018 by ·
Shri Sharat Kumar Ji passed away last Wednesday. He arrived in Australia in mid 1970s. He had studied at Gurukul in Hardwar, India. He was highly knowledgeable in Gita and other Hindu scriptures. Also he had a deep knowledge of Hindu Samskars and Puja formalities. In late 1970 and 1980s when we did not have […]
Australian Hindu wins Noble prize of Mathematics
October 1, 2018 by ·
Professor Venkatesh, who graduated from the University of Western Australia aged 16 with honours in pure mathematics, has achieved his subject’s highest honour. He has been awarded the Fields Medal, known as the “Nobel Prize for mathematics” — awarded once every four years to between two and four people under the age of 40. It […]
Forty years of Hinduism in Darwin celebrated
October 1, 2018 by ·
By: Shashi Khanna. (Hindu Council of Australia correspondent in Darwin). 40 years!! A beautiful, blissful journey of noble contribution towards a cultural cause. The Hindu society of NT , Darwin celebrated its 40 years history on September 29,2018 at Harmony Hall in Malak ,Darwin. A lovely ,well organised event was part of the celebration […]
Australian Hindus help environment
September 26, 2018 by ·
Watch how Hinduism inspires Australian Hindus to help protect the environment. Related Images:
Neeraj Gupta’s sculpture awarded by Australia
September 18, 2018 by ·
Sydney, Australia: The Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize, presented by Woollahra Council, today announced 48 emerging and established artists as finalists for the 18th annual Prize and exhibition. The finalist group was today from 666 entries this year including artists from Australia, India and the United Kingdom highlighting the Prize’s growing international reputation. Delhi, India based […]
The Indian-Australian millennials
August 17, 2018 by ·
ABC’s religion and ethics unit have published a story on why Indian-Australian millennials are choosing to have arranged marriages. Read about it here. Related Images:
Hindu temples issue an appeal for Drought relief
August 17, 2018 by ·
Sri Venkateswara Temple, Helensburgh has issued an appeal to all devotees to donate and help Australian farmers suffering from unprecedented drought conditions on their farms. Related Images:
First Jalaram Mandir & Community Centre in Australia (Perth)
August 10, 2018 by ·
With the blessings of Pujya Shree Jalaram Bapa, SJMWA (Shree Jalaram Mandal WA (Inc.))is delighted to let you know that we have received the revised development approval from the City Of Wanneroo for the construction of our very first Jalaram Mandir & Community Centre in Australia (Perth, Western Australia). What does this mean – […]
Hindus are the most employed group in Australia
July 25, 2018 by ·
Hindus have the highest overall workforce participation rate among all religious groups in Australia, according to RMIT-ABC Fact Check. Related Images:
Australian bishop sentenced to year’s detention for child sex abuse cover-up
July 21, 2018 by ·
The most senior Roman Catholic cleric in the world to be convicted of covering up child sex abuse has been sentenced in an Australian court to 12 months in detention. Newcastle Magistrate Robert Stone on Tuesday, July 3, 2018, ordered Adelaide Archbishop Philip Wilson to serve at least 6 months before he is eligible for parole. […]
Albury Wodonga Hindus produce “That Girl”
July 13, 2018 by ·
Albury Wodonga are two twin towns in Australia on the New South Wales-Victoria state border, separated by Murray river. It has a significant population of Hindus from Indian and from Bhutan. About 60 members of the local Bhutanese and Indian communities got together to produce a Bollywood-style dance and song titled That Girl. The song has a […]
Yoga day at Gold Coast By ASMY
July 4, 2018 by ·
By: Samantha Doyle, ASMY, Gold Coast. The Spirit of Yoga Shines at Yoga Day Festival YOGA DAY FESTIVAL | www.yogadayfestival.com.au | asmy.org.au The sun was rising over the crystal clear Gold Coast ocean as enthusiastic volunteers began setting up the first of a relay of festivals taking place across the nation. There were tepees, brightly […]
Darwin revels in music and Yoga for four days
June 28, 2018 by ·
B: Kalindi,ASMY The popular kirtan band, Ashraya, were invited to Darwin to be part of the festivities to celebrate International Day of Yoga. Over 4 nights, they brought peace and joy to the Darwin yoga and Hindu communities through the power of kirtan. The first night (Thursday 21st June) of kirtan was at […]
A new Hindu Education Centre coming up in Sydney
June 17, 2018 by ·
As Hindu population is growing rapidly in Australia (mostly due to migration), existing temples are struggling to cope up with the demand for spiritual guidance of Hindus. To keep up with the demand, a new Hindu Education and Culture Centre is being planned in western Sydney suburb of Riverstone. Havan signifying the hand over of […]
Ashraya Band celebrates International Day of Yoga with concerts in Darwin
June 9, 2018 by ·
To celebrate International Day of Yoga, the kirtan band Ashraya will be joining the festivities in Darwin. On their second tour to the Top End, they bring their world grooves and mellow sounds with beautiful ancient mantras that soothe the soul’s inner-most needs. Weaving together the mantras with amazing music, Ashraya brings a unique and […]
NSW Parliament to toughen Hate Laws
June 7, 2018 by ·
The hate speech laws in Australia give redress to someone who is the victim of discrimination, vilification, or injury on grounds that differ from one jurisdiction to another. Under the proposed amendments introduced to the Parliament, individuals who incite violence against a community or person based on their race could face up to three years in prison and an $11,000 fine. The bill, […]
White Racist posters appear in a Queensland town
June 7, 2018 by ·
Ayr is located 88 kilometres (55 mi) south of Townsville on the Bruce Highway between Top end of Queensland and Brisbane to its south. produces the most sugar cane per square kilometre in Australia. The town has a total population of 8,281 according to the 2016 census of which Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people made up 7.7%. […]
Australia’s first religious same sex marriage performed in a Synagogue
May 25, 2018 by ·
Australia has recently permitted same sex marriage. While many such marriages have been held in civil ceremonies, most religions have been reluctant to embrace the change and incorporate LGBT in their religious marriage ceremonies. By Dolly442 – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=20285641 Now, a first religious same sex marriage has been performed in a […]
Ray Williams MP wants to stamp out racism in Australia
May 25, 2018 by ·
Some leaders have recently made racist and divisive statements affecting residents of NSW and Australia. Upset by these developments, Hon. Ray Williams MP will host a round table with Community Leaders to explore ways to stamp out racism in Australian community. He is holding a forum on the same 2:15pm, Saturday 26 May 2018 Related Images:
Tiny Australian towns are inclusive but lack diversity
May 24, 2018 by ·
While large Australian cities have seen a large influx of different ethnic and religious groups, tiny Australian towns although considered inclusive by some authors, lack diversity of ethnicity and religions. They seem to live in a time warp that existed in Australia before 1970’s. Most new immigrants avoid country towns for their lack of employment opportunities. […]
Freedom to teach religion in schools under threat according to Christians in NSW
May 5, 2018 by ·
May 5th, 2018 Rev. Hon. Fred Nile MLC, and Paul Green of Christian Democratic Party, wish to introduce the Anti-Discrimination (Religious Beliefs and Religious Activities) Bill in the Parliament in the state of New South wales in Australia. According to Paul Green, MLC, the freedom of religious people and institutes are under attack and that […]
Hindu Council of Australia welcomes the Integration multiculturalism model of Australia
May 4, 2018 by ·
Australian government has been agonizing at the growth of terrorism among some of the immigrant communities in Europe and USA. Its think tanks have been working hard on how to keep Australian multiculturalism a continuing success story. The Australian Government wants newly arrived migrants to succeed by integrating and make the most of the opportunities while […]
Australian city Mayor promotes Yoga for mental health
April 28, 2018 by ·
CITY of Gosnells Mayor Glenn Dewhurst has urged kids to take up yoga as a way to help maintain mental health. Mayor Dewhurst joined children at Leisure World in Thornlie to promote the centre’s junior yoga program and encouraged youths to take up yoga to help manage stress. Gosnells is a suburb of Perth, located within the City of Gosnells. Gosnells […]
Anzac Day celebrations in Canberra
April 25, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia represented by its National President Mr Prakash Mehta, attended ” Australian Jewish ANZAC Day Service” at National Jewish Memorial Centre in Canberra. The Ceremony was attended by a many few multi-faith religious leaders, by the Ambassador of Israel to Australia, by ACT leader of opposition and many other dugnatories. The program […]
Israel’s 70th Independence Day celebrated in Sydney
April 25, 2018 by ·
A function to celebrate 70th Independence Day of Israel was held in Sydney at Four Seasons Hotel. The function was attended by NSW Premier Gladys Bereziklian, MP Luke Foley, Israel ambassador to Australia Mark Sofer, President Zionist Council of NSW Richard Balkin and President NSW Jewish board of deputies Jeremy Spinak. Hindu Council was represented by […]
Anzac Day ceremony at Hornsby NSW
April 24, 2018 by ·
Members of Hindu Council of Australia attended a pre-dawn memorial service to commemorate Anzac ceremony at Hornsby. The march started from Hornsby RSL club and the actual ceremony took place in front of the Hornsby Railway Station. The ceremony was attended by Parveen Gupta on behalf of MP Julioan Leeser, Phillip Ruddock mayor of Hornsby […]
Bible lessons should be a must for Hindu students, says Christian activist
April 24, 2018 by ·
Australian students should be required to study the Bible as part of a well-rounded education, regardless of their religious background, according to American investor and Christian activist Chuck Stetson. “I argue that if you don’t have knowledge of the Bible you can’t understand the English language, literature, history, art, music or culture fully,” he told The […]
BAPS Chief blesses WA chapter of Hindu Council of Australia
April 21, 2018 by ·
It was a great opportunity to honor on bahalf of the WA chapter of Hindu council of WA and various other Hindu religious organizations met B.A.P.S Mahant Swami Maharaj in Perth on 30th March 2018 and honored him on behalf of Hindu coommunity in Western Australia. Swami Maharaj blessed the Hindu community in Perth. Hindu Council […]
Pakistani Hindu parents allege their daughter forced to convert to Islam
April 21, 2018 by ·
In the predawn darkness on Feb. 24, Rinkel Kumari, a 19-year-old student from a Hindu family, disappeared from her home in Mirpur Mathelo, a small village off a busy highway in Sindh Province. Hours later, she resurfaced 12 miles away, at the home of a prominent Muslim cleric who phoned her parents with news that […]
RSS chief warns against attempts to divide Hindus
April 20, 2018 by ·
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has expressed his displeasure over the alleged attempts to divide the Hindu community. He criticized “the division of people following the same religion into different segments.” [Click here to read more ….] Related Images:
Thousands of Hindus in Klaten perform Melasti at spring
April 18, 2018 by ·
Jakarta Post–12 Mar. 2018 Performed on Sunday, March 11, by thousands of Hindus in Klaten, the Melasti ritual was held to mark the beginning of the ceremonies prior to Nyepi (Hindu Day of Silence) which will be commemorated on March 17. Klaten is one of the biggest Hindu structures in Indonesia. Melasti is a Hindu Balinese purification ceremony and ritual, which according to Balinese […]
Hindus being isolated from mainstream society in Kerala
April 17, 2018 by ·
Though Hindus form the majority in Kerala, they are being ignored and isolated from mainstream society due to their secular attitude, said Justice M Ramachandran (retd) on Friday. Hindus are not provided with the kind of acceptance and rights extended to the minority communities, he said while …. [Click here to read more …] Related Images:
Upset Hindus urge Kohl’s to withdraw Lord Ganesh Throw Pillow & apologize
April 16, 2018 by ·
Upset Hindus are urging Wisconsin headquartered leading omnichannel retailer, Kohl’s Department Stores, for immediate withdrawal of Throw Pillow carrying image of Hindu deity Ganesh; calling it highly inappropriate. [Click here to read more …] Related Images:
More Than 60 Hindu Homes gutted in Myanmar
April 15, 2018 by ·
More than 60 houses in a predominantly Hindu village in the Maungdaw district of Myanmar’s Rakhine state were gutted by fire on Thursday in an apparent act of negligence, a local community leader told RFA’s Myanmar Service. Local Hindus, including Ni Maul, and the Myanmar government in late September said ARSA militants detained nearly 100 […]
Borneo Hindus celebrate Tamil New Year
April 15, 2018 by ·
MIRI: More than 200 Hindu devotees and their family members gathered at Kamini Durga Eswari Amman Temple in Taman Tunku here to celebrate the Tamil New Year yesterday. The colourful event organised by Miri Hindu Society (MHS) was attended by Miri Mayor Adam Yii. “Tamil New Year is one of the world’s most vibrant and colourful […]
Hindus mark Hanuman Jayanti in Trinidad & Tabago
April 15, 2018 by ·
Published: Thursday, March 29, 2018 This year, Hanuman Jayanti will be celebrated on March 31. The event is celebrated to commemorate the birth of the Hindu god Hanuman who is known for his courage, power and faithful, selfless service to his Lord Rama. Asked what Hanuman represents and what lessons we ought to learn from […]
Severe shortage of Hindu SRE teachers in NSW schools
April 15, 2018 by ·
NSW Currently there is an estimated short fall of about a 1,000 Hindu Special Religious Education teachers in NSW. 2017 Statistics In the enrollment year 2107, there were about 20,000 Hindu students in NSW out of a total of 755,000 student in 2,160 schools, making 2.64% of all students. Buddhists had about 15,000 and Muslims […]
Persecution of Hindus in Russia
April 15, 2018 by ·
Russian religious persecution of Hindus are sparking a call for an investigation from two American law makers. In an effort in order to create a more Russian identity, the Russian Orthodox Church has intensified their campaign with increasing persecution and threats towards Hindus under President Vladimir Putin’s regime. Meeks and Weprin noted that the most […]
Liverpool police community engagement
April 13, 2018 by ·
By:Somesh Sibal Liverpool police community engagement program was attended by Somesh Sibal of the Hindu Council of Australia’s Chaplaincy team along with members of about 15 different cultural and religious groups in the area. The program was organised on 29th March 2018 to meet the new Liverpool area commander Superintendent Paul Albury. Paul addressed the attendees. Among […]
Let’s Take Yoga To Work
April 13, 2018 by ·
Fret not, you can always bring yoga to your desk – here’s how! The Indian telegraph explains. [Click here to read more ….] Related Images:
Wealth of Heritage – A special volume on Padmanabhaswamy Temple
April 13, 2018 by ·
The Hindu newspaper brings out a special volume (its ninth in a series on southern Indian religious centers). Titled ‘Wealth of Heritage’, the special volume has articles, accompanied by an array of pictures, on the traditions associated with the temple, its rich history, its amazing architectural splendor and the many rituals and festivities associated with […]
Pakistan elects a Hindu woman senator, second time in its history
April 12, 2018 by ·
Compare that with how many Muslim women have been elected in India since 1947. Krishna Kumari Kohli’s election represents a major milestone for women and minority rights in Pakistan. Ms. Kumari’s victory was a rare bit of good news for the country’s Hindu minority. Pakistan has a dismal record over the treatment of vulnerable religious minorities. […]
How Americans came to embrace meditation
April 12, 2018 by ·
In the 1960s many Americans may have only known Hinduism through meditation, but the story of this country’s relationship with Hinduism is much longer and more complex. [Read more …] Related Images:
Illinois and Iowa Senate-House open with Hindu prayers
April 11, 2018 by ·
India Post News Service CHICAGO: On February 27 and 28 respectively, Illinois State Senate and House of Representatives in Springfield started their sessions with Hindu prayers, containing verses from world’s oldest existing scripture. [Click here to read more…] Related Images:
Carl Sagan on How Hindu Culture is basis for modern Cosmic theories
April 7, 2018 by ·
By Jean-Pierre Dalbéra from Paris, France – Statue de Shiva Nataraja (Tanjore, Inde), CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=51894760 Related Images:
Team building exercise by Hindu Council
April 7, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council team had a one day workshop at Swami Narayan Temple today. About 35 office bearers and volunteers attended the meet. The day started with a sumptuous breakfast followed by some team building and mind games. It was followed by presentations and group discussions. Related Images:
HBF Fund Raising Event – LOVE you Zindgi 19th May 2018
April 5, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia (Sydney) in Association with Bandeesh Group presents its fund raising event LOVE you Zindgi, a Bollywood Musical Journey. Part of the money raised will go towards Hindu benevolent Fund to help people in crisis. Related Images:
Youth start planning their Parliament of World’s religions for 2018
April 5, 2018 by ·
The cabinet of Youth Parliament of World’s religion met for its first meeting to plan its annual event. The first meeting has kick started the event planning. The emphasis in the meeting was to get more religions and more youth involved in the planning process. Youth Parliament of World’s religions is an annual conference for […]
Pad Yatra A pilgrimage walk to temples in NSW Australia
April 2, 2018 by ·
By Sai Pravastu Paada.yatra, pilgrimage to the temple by foot has started this time on auspicious #Chaitra #Purnima (full moon day), also known as Chait Purnima, its the Purnima in the #Hindu month of Chaitra. Chaitra Purnima is the first Purnima of the new year after #Ugadi, #Yugadi #GudiPadwa. This day is dedicated to Lord […]
Artificial Intelligence should be taught Compassion and non-voilence
April 2, 2018 by ·
In a forum on the theme of Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) : Challanges and opportunities for religious communities, organized by and facilitated by Venerable Miao You, a demand was made by Surinder Jain of Hindu Council of Australia that Artificial Intelligence must be taught about various religions including Hinduism. Here is an excerpt of the speech. […]
Harmony Day at Nan Tien Temple
April 2, 2018 by ·
Hindu Council of Australia participated in Harmony Day 2018 that was celebrated on 1st April 2018 at Nan Tien Temple in Berkely NSW. Nan Tien is a Buddhist faith temple spread on a large hill situated about 100 kilometers from Sydney near the town of Wollongong. The ceremony was well attended and included prayers by […]
Hindu Council participates in Annual Function of Ahmadiyya Muslims
March 31, 2018 by ·
Ahamadiyya Muslim Association is holding a three day annual function (salana jalasa) during the Easter long weekend with delegates from inter state and overseas. There were anout 3,000 ateendees including a Christian reverend and some of the MPs. Hindu Council was represented by Surinder Jain, National Vice President and Bimal Joshi, National Joint Secretary. There […]
Hindus living in Country towns, click here to connect with us
March 31, 2018 by ·
If you are living in a small or a rural town Hindu Council would like to hear from you. We encourage you to meet as a group to celebrate upcoming festivals. Doing it at someone’s home is a good start. Please do send us a para or so and a few pictures for posting on […]
Nyepi – Balanese Hindus celebrate Saka Calendar Hindu New Year
March 30, 2018 by ·
Nyepi is a Hindu celebration mainly celebrated in Bali, Indonesia. It is a day of silence, fasting and meditation for the Balinese. The day following Nyepi is celebrated as Hindu New Year’s Day. The same day celebrated in India as Ugadi. Nyepi is commemorated every Isakawarsa (Saka new year) according to the Balinese calendar (in 2018, it fell on March 17). The Hindus of Maharashtra term the […]
Hindu Council chapter in Victoria hosts Sri M’s discourse
March 28, 2018 by ·
By : Makarand Bhagwat Hindu Council of Australia’s Victoria chapter organised a spiritual discourse by Sri M on 18th March, which also happened to be the Hindu new year. The event was jointly organised by Victoria Chapter and Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh Melbourne (HSS). Seva International, Melbourne, Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP) Australia, Melbourne and Kerala […]
New Lions club president talks up Hindu Benevolent Fund
March 27, 2018 by ·
By: Ashwani Jain The Lions Club Sydney Indian activities recently held a meeting in which the incumbent new President Mr Padmanabhan announced the activities and objectives of the Hindu Benevolent Fund (HBF). HBF is Hindu Council’s community initiative of establishing a benevolent fund to provide financial support to individuals and families in dire need of […]
