How anti-caste reformer BR Ambedkar left his legacy on modern Buddhism
RNS) — Many Buddhists today trace their social justice activism to the work of BR Ambedkar, the Indian caste abolitionist who
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Adding local color, American Hindus fashion Holi into a festival of belonging
RNS) — Thursday (March 13) marks the start of Holi, the colorful festival welcoming in springtime. But it’s not just for
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Rutgers decides not to adopt caste policy, but both sides laud decision as a win
RNS) — ‘Rutgers, in their announcement, has outlined the most robust response to caste discrimination by any university in the United
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Jain Americans adapt Thanksgiving by applying an ethic of nonviolence even to the turkey
RNS) — Jain Americans have forged Thanksgiving traditions of their own, participating in a ritual fast, praying for forgiveness or cooking
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Canada-India rift over Khalistani activists raises stakes for Sikh and Hindu Americans
RNS) — When India and Canada expelled each other’s diplomats in the past few days, the exchange escalated a tussle over
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Rutgers faculty report urges university to add caste discrimination ban
RNS) — Beginning in 2020 with Brandeis University, more than 20 higher education institutions across the country have followed momentum to
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Hindu summer campers come for the mantras, stay for the memories
RNS) — After the Hindu Heritage Youth Camp’s first year at its new campsite, these summer campers look back on a
