A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in Madhya Pradesh seeks a legal ban on the Jain ritual 'Santhara,' involving fasting unto ...

The new temple, say Jain leaders, will dually serve the community's growing needs while also sharing what the Jain religion ...

JainGPT, a chatbot launched in 2023, is a tool designed for followers of Jainism as well as non-Jains to learn more about Jainism, the ancient religion founded around the 7th century B.C. in ...

It serves as a way for Jains to: Connect with their faith: Engaging in these celebrations, Jains reinforce their faithfulness to the religion and confirm their obedience to the Jain way of life.

Belagavi: Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Sunday described Sanatan Dharma and Jainism as foundational pillars of Indian ...

the "youngest person in the world to vow the Jain ritual Santhara." Santhara—also known as Sallekhana or Samadhi Maran—is a solemn vow in Jainism, where one gradually gives up food and water ...

The centuries-old Jain ritual “Santhara”, which involves fasting until death, gained attention following the death of a three-year-old girl from Madhya Pradesh. The child, Viyana Jain ...