Author: Universal Society of Hinduism

The City Council of Perth (Australia), which has been opening its monthly meetings with a “non-denominational Christian” prayer since at least 1997, has turned down request to have Hindu opening-prayer in an upcoming session. Amy, Quality & Stakeholder Officer of the City of Perth, (responding to distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed’s request to Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas for scheduling him to read the opening-prayer in the Council), wrote in an email: Currently there is no available opportunity… Request of Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, for one-time…

Christians in Syria continue to face grave threats from ISIS, with reports indicating a resurgence of violence targeting this vulnerable community. As the situation deteriorates, many fear for their safety and existence in a region that has historically been home to diverse religious groups. Escalating Violence Against Christians Recent developments highlight the alarming reality for Christians in Syria, who have been subjected to persecution and violence, particularly from ISIS. The group has a notorious history of targeting religious minorities, leading to widespread fear and displacement. The ongoing conflict has significantly…

A Turkish drone strike in northern Syria has killed 11 civilians, including six children, according to a war monitor. The attack took place in a Kurdish-controlled region near the city of Raqa, in the area of Ain Issa, on Monday. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that the victims were all members of the same family. The drone strike targeted their home, leading to their deaths. This attack comes a day after a significant offensive led by Islamist rebels, which resulted in the capture of large areas from government…

The ongoing trade tensions between Canada, Mexico, and the United States are escalating, especially with the looming threat of a 25% tariff on goods from both countries, as warned by President-elect Donald Trump. The proposed tariff would remain in place until issues such as fentanyl trafficking and illegal immigration are addressed, adding strain to the already complex relationship between the neighboring countries. In a social media post, Trump declared the tariff on all goods and services from Canada and Mexico, which could severely damage their economies. Both nations have since…