Religion News – Newsletter for January 13, 2011

President, vice president greet nation on Makar Sankranti, Pongal

NEW DELHI – President Pratibha Patil and Vice President Hamid Ansari Thursday greeted the nation on Makar Sankranti and Pongal and wished prosperity and happiness to the people.

“May these festivals bind the communities and regions of India in a bond of love and affection and inspire us to work for the unity and … Read this article on Gaea Times at : President, vice president greet nation on Makar Sankranti, Pongal.

Do Vedic rites impact environment? Scientists head for Kerala village

NEW DELHI – Can ancient mantras induce rains? Do Vedic chants impact the surrounding environment? A team of scientists will attempt to find out the answers when they descend on the ancient village of Panjal in Kerala to study the 3,100-year-old Vedic ritual called Athirathram in April.

A team of Vedic scholars from Panjal village, … Original article on : Do Vedic rites impact environment? Scientists head for Kerala village.

Normalcy amid heavy security after Delhi mosque demolition

NEW DELHI – Heavy security was deployed in parts of south Delhi Thursday, a day after protests and stone pelting following the demolition of an illegal mosque by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA).

According to police, the situation in Jangpura area is normal and things are being monitored closely.
“Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Rapid …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Swami Vivekananda’s 150th Birth Anniversary Celebrations

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The nation is celebrating the birth anniversary of the great spiritual and social saint Swami Vivekananda. Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh inaugurated the nationwide celebrations today in honor of the Neo-Vedantist’s 150th birth anniversary. Prior to the birth anniversary of the saint on January 12, the Prime minister has ensured that … Read more »»».