New Delhi, July 13, 2021: Upset Hindus are urging Bradford (Pennsylvania, USA) based Zippo Manufacturing Company to immediately recall Zippo lighters displaying images of Hindu Gods, calling it “highly inappropriate”. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that inappropriate usage of sacred Hindu deities or concepts or symbols or […]
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Macy’s told to withdraw insensitive “Brahmin” cow leather handbags
New Delhi, June 20, 2021: Hindus feel that associating luxury handbags made of cow leather with “Brahmin” was very inappropriate; and are urging the New York City headquartered premier department store chain Macy’s to withdraw these “Brahmin” leather bags from its 512 stores, e-commerce site and mobile app. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a […]
Hindu leader angry at ‘Brahmin Handbags’ for selling cow leather bags
New Delhi, June 8, 2021: Hindus feel that associating luxury handbags made of cow leather with “Brahmin” was very inappropriate, and are urging the Fairhaven (Massachusetts) headquartered national brand Brahmin Handbags to consider changing the name. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that cow, the seat of many deities, […]
Hindu mantras to open Utah’s Fruit Heights City Council first time since 1939 establishment
New Delhi, May 29, 2021: For the first time since its establishment in 1939, Fruit Heights City Council (Utah) will start its meeting on June one with Hindu prayers, containing hymns from world’s oldest extant scripture. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed will deliver the invocation from ancient Sanskrit scriptures remotely before Fruit Heights City Council. After […]
Jackfruit from Tripura exported to London after Red Rice to the USA
New Delhi, May 22, 2021: A shipment of 1.2 metric tonne (MT) of fresh jackfruit was yesterday exported from Tripura to London, Ministry of Commerce & Industry said today. Jackfruits were sourced from the Tripura based Krishi Sanyoga Agro Producer Company Ltd. The consignment was packed at APEDA assisted pack-house facility of Salt Range Supply Chain […]
Hindus welcome lifting of yoga ban in Alabama schools after 28 years
New Delhi, May 22, 2021: Hindus have welcomed Alabama Governor Kay Ivey reportedly signing a bill today allowing yoga in Alabama public schools (banned since 1993); saying that although it came with lot of unnecessary and impertinent restrictions, it was still good for the overall well-being of Alabamans. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a […]
Hindus welcome Alabama legislature lifting yoga ban in schools & urge Governor to sign it
New Delhi, May 19, 2021: Hindus have welcomed Alabama legislature finally approving allowing yoga in Alabama public schools; saying that although it came with lot of unnecessary and impertinent restrictions, it was still good for the overall well-being of Alabamans. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, urged Alabama Governor Kay […]
US troops set to pull out from Afghanistan, India closely watching
New Delhi, April 17, 2021: In response to the media queries on the announcement that the US troops would be pulled out of Afghanistan before September 11, 2021, the Official spokesperson said on April 16: “We have noted the decision of the United States to withdraw its troops from Afghanistan and to end its military […]
Goddess By Rachael Reed uses Hindu religious icons
New Delhi, April 11, 2021: Hindus are urging Greensboro (North Carolina) based firm “Goddess By Rachael Reed” for immediate withdrawal of leggings-skirt-dresses carrying images of Hindu goddesses Lakshmi and Kali; calling it highly inappropriate. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada today, said that goddesses Lakshmi and Kali were highly revered in Hinduism and […]
SHANTIR OGROSHENA 2021: Indian Army to participate in Multinational Exercise in Bangladesh
New Delhi, April 1, 2021: Multinational Military Exercise SHANTIR OGROSHENA 2021 (Front Runner of the Peace) will be held in Bangladesh to commemorate the birth centenary of Bangladesh ‘Father of the Nation’ Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and mark glorious 50 years of liberation in which India actively took part. Indian Army contingent comprising of 30 […]