Sukhbir writes to PM Modi expressing concern over instances of disrespect to Sikh religious symbols

Sukhbir writes to PM Modi expressing concern over instances of disrespect to Sikh religious symbols

Follow Us on Google News Chandigarh, July 27 (IANS) Expressing concern over growing incidents of disrespect and discrimination against the sacred symbols of the Sikh religion, Shiromani Akali Dal President Sukhbir Badal on Sunday sought Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s intervention to put an end to these painful events. In a letter to the Prime Minister, … Read more

Anwar Rajaa’s DMK entry exposes party’s casteism and religious politics: TN BJP

Anwar Rajaa's DMK entry exposes party's casteism and religious politics: TN BJP

Follow Us on Google News Chennai, July 21 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu BJP has launched a scathing attack on the DMK, after former AIADMK Minister and former MP Anwar Rajaa’s decision to join the ruling party. State BJP Spokesperson A.N.S Prasad alleged that Rajaa’s defection has laid bare the DMK’s “casteist, separatist, and religion-based political … Read more

UP man held in religious conversion case, family says false implication

UP man held in religious conversion case, family says false implication

Follow Us on Google News New Delhi, July 20 (IANS) Abu Talib, a resident of Jamia Nagar locality in the Khala Par area of Muzaffarnagar, has been arrested in connection with a large-scale religious conversion racket busted by Uttar Pradesh Police. The arrest comes after the Agra Police took action under directives from state authorities, … Read more

‘Jihad in disguise’: Radical religious conversion syndicate mirrors ISIS recruitment model, says UP DGP

‘Jihad in disguise’: Radical religious conversion syndicate mirrors ISIS recruitment model, says UP DGP

Follow Us on Google News Lucknow, July 19 (IANS) In a big disclosure that highlights the nexus between global terror ideologies and domestic criminals, the Uttar Pradesh Police have exposed a network of illegal religious conversions. These activities have been backed by foreign funding, radical indoctrination, and tactics inspired by ISIS. The state’s law enforcement … Read more

TTD suspends four non-Hindu employees for violation of religious code of conduct

TTD suspends four non-Hindu employees for violation of religious code of conduct

Follow Us on Google News New Delhi, July 19 (IANS) The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has suspended four of its employees following allegations that they were practicing a non-Hindu faith, which is reportedly in violation of the institution’s code of conduct. According to a statement issued by the Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of TTD, … Read more

UP ATS arrests key aide of Chhangur Baba in religious conversion racket

UP ATS arrests key aide of Chhangur Baba in religious conversion racket

Follow Us on Google News Balrampur/Lucknow, July 17 (IANS) In a major breakthrough, the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) on Thursday arrested Rashid, a key associate of self-styled spiritual leader Chhangur Baba, for his alleged role in a large-scale religious conversion racket. The arrest was made from Balrampur’s Utraula area, where the racket is believed … Read more

ED raids 14 locations linked to Chhangur Baba in religious conversion racket probe

ED raids 14 locations linked to Chhangur Baba in religious conversion racket probe

Follow Us on Google News Lucknow, July 17 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday launched a series of raids at 14 locations linked to Jamaluddin Shah, also known as Chhangur Baba, and his associates in connection with an alleged religious conversion racket operating in Uttar Pradesh’s Balrampur. Among the premises searched, 12 were located … Read more

Sawan devotion: Kanwar Yatra sparks surge in demand for religious items

Sawan devotion: Kanwar Yatra sparks surge in demand for religious items

Follow Us on Google News New Delhi, July 15 (IANS) The sacred month of Sawan, revered as auspicious especially for devotees of Lord Shiva, is being celebrated with deep devotion and vibrant rituals across India. With the onset of the Kanwar Yatra, markets are witnessing a sharp rise in the demand for religious items. With … Read more

Raj govt to pay tribute to religious leaders & priests tomorrow on Guru Purnima

Raj govt to pay tribute to religious leaders & priests tomorrow on Guru Purnima

Follow Us on Google News Jaipur, July 9 (IANS) The Rajasthan government will organise Guru Vandan programmes across the state on the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima on Thursday to honour revered gurus such as spiritual leaders, mahants and priests. Religious leaders, mahants, and priests will be felicitated in every Assembly constituency across the state … Read more