January 2, 2026

Thiruvarasu Temple at Gangaikonda Cholapuram Honors Vaishnavism's First Acharya Nathamunigal

Near Gangaikonda Cholapuram, the Thiruvarasu temple honors Nathamunigal, the first Vaishnavite Acharya who recovered the 4,000 hymns called Nalayira Divya Prabandham. Recently found idols and excavations affirm the temple's deep historic roots and Nathamunigal's lasting legacy.

January 2, 2026

Australian Injured in Swiss New Year’s Eve Bar Fire That Killed 40

A fire in a crowded Swiss bar on New Year's Eve left 40 dead and 115 injured, including one Australian receiving medical and consular aid.

January 2, 2026

Online Clash: HAF and Historian Audrey Truschke Battle Over Hindutva in US

The Hindu American Foundation and historian Audrey Truschke exchanged sharp words online about Hindu nationalism in the US. Truschke called HAF 'far-right' using a Pakistan-linked article. HAF’s Suhag Shukla hit back, calling the source propaganda and defending Hindu Americans.

January 2, 2026

Dong Hosts 'Dance of the Dawn' to Welcome India's First Sunrise of 2026

Dong village in Arunachal Pradesh celebrated the first sunrise of 2026 with 'Alo Prabhat: Dance of the Dawn', a festival showcasing Meyor and Mishmi tribal culture. The event features music, dance, poetry and a Sunrise Pledge to promote peace and cultural exchange.

January 2, 2026

Dong Hosts 'Dance of the Dawn' to Welcome India's First Sunrise of 2026

Dong village in Arunachal Pradesh celebrated the first sunrise of 2026 with 'Alo Prabhat: Dance of the Dawn', a festival showcasing Meyor and Mishmi tribal culture. The event features music, dance, poetry and a Sunrise Pledge to promote peace and cultural exchange.