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The Rise of Faith-Based Finance: Ethical Investing, Green Bonds & Religion

The Rise of Faith-Based Finance: Ethical Investing, Green Bonds & Religion In recent years, finance and faith — two worlds once seen as opposites — have begun to converge in powerful ways. The growing demand for ethical, sustainable, and value-driven financial systems has given rise to what experts call faith-based finance. From Islamic banking to Christian ethical funds, from Hindu-inspired business ethics to Buddhist social enterprises, religious principles are increasingly shaping how money moves, invests,… Continue reading The Rise of Faith-Based Finance: Ethical Investing, Green Bonds & Religion

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 November 3, 2025

Digital Faith Influencers: YouTube, Instagram & Spiritual Branding

Digital Faith Influencers: YouTube, Instagram & Spiritual Branding In the 21st century, spirituality has found a new pulpit — the digital screen. From YouTube to Instagram, faith leaders, monks, and spiritual teachers are reimagining how devotion, mindfulness, and moral lessons are shared. What once required temple visits or sermons in community halls now reaches millions through a smartphone. This rise of “digital faith influencers” marks a powerful transformation in how religion and spirituality are practiced,… Continue reading Digital Faith Influencers: YouTube, Instagram & Spiritual Branding

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 November 3, 2025

Religion and Healthcare: Faith-Based Responses to Pandemics & Mental Health

Religion and Healthcare: Faith-Based Responses to Pandemics & Mental Health Religion and healthcare have shared a deep connection for centuries, with faith communities often playing a crucial role in caring for the sick, offering solace during crises, and guiding people through mental distress. From ancient healing temples to modern hospitals founded by missionaries, religious institutions have long served as centers of compassion and care. The COVID-19 pandemic and the global rise in mental health challenges… Continue reading Religion and Healthcare: Faith-Based Responses to Pandemics & Mental Health

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 November 3, 2025

Hinduism Abroad: Yoga, Ayurveda & Spiritual Exportation

Hinduism Abroad: Yoga, Ayurveda & Spiritual Exportation In the last century, Hinduism has crossed oceans and continents, transforming from an ancient Indian way of life into a global spiritual influence. Today, millions of people around the world chant Sanskrit mantras, practice yoga at dawn, and consume Ayurvedic herbal teas — often without realizing that they are engaging with India’s deeply rooted spiritual heritage. The global spread of Hindu ideas has created what some call “soft… Continue reading Hinduism Abroad: Yoga, Ayurveda & Spiritual Exportation

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 November 1, 2025

Ancient Monastic Orders in Modern Times: Revival or Relic?

Ancient Monastic Orders in Modern Times: Revival or Relic? Across civilizations, monastic orders have long stood as the spiritual backbone of faith traditions. From Buddhist monasteries in Ladakh to Christian abbeys in Europe, from Jain upashrayas to Hindu mathas and ashrams, these institutions once shaped philosophy, art, education, and moral life. Yet in the modern world — dominated by technology, consumerism, and speed — the place of monasticism seems uncertain. Are these ancient orders mere… Continue reading Ancient Monastic Orders in Modern Times: Revival or Relic?

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 November 1, 2025

Environmental Theology: How Faith Traditions Are Embracing Climate Action

Environmental Theology: How Faith Traditions Are Embracing Climate Action As the world faces intensifying climate crises — melting glaciers, forest fires, and rising seas — the conversation about the planet’s survival is no longer confined to scientists and policymakers. Increasingly, religious and spiritual communities are entering the dialogue with a new sense of moral urgency. Across faith traditions, a movement known as environmental theology is emerging — an interpretation of sacred texts and values that… Continue reading Environmental Theology: How Faith Traditions Are Embracing Climate Action

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 November 1, 2025

How Digital Rituals and Virtual Darshans Are Reshaping Hindu Practice

How Digital Rituals and Virtual Darshans Are Reshaping Hindu Practice In an age where technology mediates almost every human experience, religion too has entered the digital realm. Across India and the global Hindu diaspora, smartphones, livestreams, and social media have become new pathways to the divine. The idea of darshan — seeing and being seen by the deity — once required physical presence at a temple. Today, millions experience it virtually, through screens. This digital… Continue reading How Digital Rituals and Virtual Darshans Are Reshaping Hindu Practice

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 November 1, 2025

The “Nones” (Religiously Unaffiliated) in India: Myth or Growing Reality?

The “Nones” (Religiously Unaffiliated) in India: Myth or Growing Reality? In recent years, the term “Nones” — referring to people who claim no religious affiliation — has become a significant part of global discussions on faith and identity. In Western countries, particularly in Europe and North America, this group has grown rapidly. However, in India, where religion permeates every aspect of public and private life, the idea of being “religiously unaffiliated” seems almost unthinkable. But… Continue reading The “Nones” (Religiously Unaffiliated) in India: Myth or Growing Reality?

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 November 1, 2025

Religious Freedom in India & South Asia: A 2025 Snapshot

Religious Freedom in India & South Asia: A 2025 Snapshot South Asia, home to one-fourth of the world’s population, is a land where spirituality shapes daily life. India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives — each has a distinct religious mosaic that reflects centuries of coexistence, dialogue, and tension. In 2025, religious freedom across this region stands at a defining moment. While many South Asians still enjoy vibrant expressions of faith, the… Continue reading Religious Freedom in India & South Asia: A 2025 Snapshot

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 October 31, 2025

Religious Education & AI: What’s Next for Seminaries and Faith Schools?

Religious Education & AI: What’s Next for Seminaries and Faith Schools? In the heart of every civilization, religious education has shaped ethics, character, and community values. Seminaries, gurukuls, madrasas, monasteries, and faith-based schools have long been the custodians of moral learning and spiritual depth. But in 2025, as Artificial Intelligence (AI) transforms the way humans think, learn, and interact, the world of religious education stands at a new crossroads. The question is no longer whether… Continue reading Religious Education & AI: What’s Next for Seminaries and Faith Schools?

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 October 31, 2025

The Economy of Mega-Festivals: From Kumbh to Diaspora Fairs

The Economy of Mega-Festivals: From Kumbh to Diaspora Fairs India’s festivals are not just expressions of faith — they are vast economic ecosystems that transform cities, livelihoods, and markets. From the sacred waters of the Kumbh Mela to the grand diaspora fairs in London, New York, and Dubai, religious and cultural gatherings have evolved into powerful engines of growth. The “festival economy” of India and its global diaspora now represents one of the most dynamic… Continue reading The Economy of Mega-Festivals: From Kumbh to Diaspora Fairs

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 October 31, 2025

Inter-Faith Alliances in India: Opportunities & Challenges in 2025

Inter-Faith Alliances in India: Opportunities & Challenges in 2025 India, known for its extraordinary religious diversity, has always stood as a living example of coexistence. From ancient times, sages, saints, and reformers have promoted unity among people of different faiths. Yet, in a rapidly changing 21st-century world, the need for inter-faith alliances has never been greater. In 2025, as India continues to balance tradition and modernity, these alliances hold the potential to strengthen social harmony… Continue reading Inter-Faith Alliances in India: Opportunities & Challenges in 2025

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 October 31, 2025

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