But your very own Advisor, Dr. Balmurali Natrajan, PLUS scores of Hinduphobic academics YOU have championed say otherwise.., that Hinduism and Hindutva are the same! Their attacks on Hinduism at the 2021 "Dismantling Global Hindutva" conference, AND your support for those statements are not forgotten. youtu.be/mfCO-QndPSo?si=xR36…

Hindu Temple Attacks - Resource Alert With the recent attack on a Hindu temple in the Greater Cleveland Ohio area followed by the foiled mass shooting in the Greater Chicago area, there is enhanced interest in the topic of rising anti-Hindu hate and temple attacks. The link below offers a vetted database of attacks on Hindu temples in recent years with links to dates, place and actual news reports from the incidents. This is important background information and context for those writing or researching on the topic. Or for those just browsing. Check it out Time to acknowledge and address #Hinduphobia cohna.org/attacks-on-hindus-…

"Is it Hinduphobia? An @AsAmNews article ponders the motive behind the foiled mass shooting in Aurora. Our Chief Communications Officer @Pushpita calls it out clearly as "Yes." Even after so many temple attacks, why do some still refuse to call out anti-Hindu hate? Is it because doing so would validate the religious bigotry institutions and activists have worked to downplay or deny. Thank you to the 105 members of Congress urging an FBI hate crime investigation. We ask more to join. #Hinduphobia asamnews.com/2026/10/22/hind…

Public Advisory on Sacred Symbols and #Diwali The Hindu community is preparing for Nov 8, 2026-which marks the festival of Diwali for over 1 billion people across 140 countries. It’s a day that celebrates the triumph of good over evil, of light over darkness and marks a time of joy, peace, service and giving. During this time, it is customary for Hindus to use symbols like #Swastika in private and public displays. A Sanskrit word meaning auspicious, Swastika is a deeply sacred and ancient symbol that has been used continuously for over ten thousand years by close to 2 billion people around the world. Temples and other religious places use Swastika in rituals and ceremonies. Families may prominently use the Swastika in rangolis (sacred geometric designs) at their doorsteps, and elsewhere. Important to note that the Swastika is NOT Nazi. It is distinct from the Nazi hooked cross (Hakenkreuz – pronounced “ha-ken-kroytz”), which is a symbol of antisemitism, hate, and bigotry. While the two may look the same, they are diametrically opposite in meaning, application, and context. Given the increased use of the Swastika during our festive season, we advise law enforcement, media, political leaders, educators, and the public to make every attempt to educate themselves on the important difference between the two symbols and not desecrate sacred spaces, rituals, or observances by mistaking the sacred Swastika with the Nazi hate symbol #Hakenkreuz, which signifies genocide, death, and destruction. Context Matters! A second glance is generally enough to determine the intent of the symbol displayed. Please watch this short video to understand the difference. youtube.com/shorts/UpQ11BJgy… In recent years, a number of new laws have recognized this important distinction-such as the Bill C9 which took effect across all of Canada in July 2026. In our attempts to stamp out hate and intolerance, we advise caution against triggering hate and intolerance against Hindus and Jains. Let's instead promote mutual respect, education, dialogue, and understanding between communities to foster stronger alliances and long-term relationships. For more information, please contact us at [email protected]