Author: Universal Society of Hinduism

Hindu prayer opened the Corpus Christi City Council meeting in Texas on November 11, containing verses from world’s oldest extant scripture. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed delivered the invocation from ancient Sanskrit scriptures before the Corpus Christi City Council. After Sanskrit delivery, he then read the English interpretation of the prayers. Sanskrit is considered a sacred language in Hinduism and the root language of Indo-European languages. Zed, who is the President of Universal Society of Hinduism, recited from Rig-Veda, the oldest scripture of the world still in common use; besides lines…

Thiruvananthapuram: UST, a leading AI and technology transformation solutions company, has won two awards at the Indian CSR Awards 2025 in the categories of ‘Most Impactful Save Water Initiative of the Year’ and ‘Education, Health and Livelihood Initiatives for People with Disabilities (PWDs)’. This marks the fourth consecutive year that UST has been recognized at the Indian CSR Awards, underscoring the company’s long-term commitment to community-led, sustainable social impact. Since its inception in 1999, UST has been driven by its mission of Transforming Lives, implementing 127 projects across nine states and positively impacting over one…

H. Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi: “Sharjah’s cultural journey continues to bridge heritage and innovation, illuminating the world through knowledge, creativity, and human connection.” Chronicles Sharjah’s transformation through seven chapters on architecture, art, education, environment, literature, museums, and craftsmanship. Features landmarks such as Heart of Sharjah, House of Wisdom, Sharjah Mosque, and Mleiha National Park. Includes Sharjah’s global cultural milestones, including its UNESCO titles and the inscription of Faya Palaeolandscape as a World Heritage Site. Combines photography, research, and storytelling to reflect a city where heritage and innovation coexist.…

Chennai:  Heavy rains have disrupted normal life in many parts of Tamil Nadu. Heavy rains are lashing Tamil Nadu amid fears that a deep depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a low pressure area. The Chennai-based Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued weather alerts across the state, warning of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several districts. According to the RMC, the weather system is currently located over the southwest Bay of Bengal and is likely to move west-northwestwards towards the coasts of northern Tamil…

Dubai, UAE : Emirati business Icon May Al Buainain has been awarded the Global Woman of Influence 2025, making her the first Emirati woman to receive this distinguished global honor this year. The award recognizes women worldwide who make significant impact in their fields and communities. The ceremony took place in Dubai, with women leaders, ambassadors, diplomats, and entrepreneurs in attendance. May Al Buainain was celebrated for her leadership in entrepreneurship, social empowerment, and her efforts to preserve Emirati cultural identity, blending tradition with innovation. In her acceptance remarks, she said…