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Tithi in Panchang – Hindu Calendar on Thursday, July 1 2026 – It is Krishna Paksha Pratipada tithi or the first day during the waning or dark phase of moon in Hindu calendar and Panchang in most regions. It is Krishna Paksha Pratipada tithi or the first day during the waning or dark phase of moon till 6:25 AM on July 1. Then onward it is Krishna Paksha Dwitiya tithi or the secon...

Ajima Dhyo and the Living Shakta Tradition of NepalLong before temples were built of brick and stone, the Newar people of the Kathmandu Valley recognized a power older than language itself — the fierce, protective energy of the divine feminine. This energy took form in the tradition of Ajima Dhyo, a category of goddess-guardians whose presence is woven into the streets, courtyar...

Hinduism Is A Living, Breathing Practice That Helps Make Sense Of An Incomprehensible World Not a Religion, But a Way of Awakening To call Hinduism merely a “religion” is like calling the ocean just “a bit of water.” Hinduism—or more precisely, Sanatana Dharma—is not a set of rigid dogmas or one-size-fits-all commandments. It is a living, breathing philosophy that evolves with e...

Harnessing the Heart’s Innate Devotion: Understanding and Practicing Gauni Bhakti Introduction In Hindu spiritual tradition, devotion is seen not merely as an external practice but as an innate impulse that resides in the heart. This latent or natural devotion, often referred to as Gaunbhakti, does not require elaborate proof or intellectual justification. Instead, it is a gentl...

 The Living God Within: How Hindu Temples Differ from MosquesEvery religion develops sacred spaces that reflect its understanding of the Divine. While both Hindu temples and mosques are places of worship and devotion, they are founded upon different theological and spiritual principles. Understanding these differences helps appreciate the unique religious vision that each t...