UP CM Yogi Adityanath meets Ram Temple Trust CEO during Ayodhya visit

IANS | September 8, 2026 7:00 PM

Ayodhya, Sep 8 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday met the newly appointed first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra (retd) and other members of the temple body during his visit to the city.

PM Modi hails consecration of BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Paris as milestone for India-France cultural ties

IANS | September 6, 2026 11:59 PM

New Delhi/Paris, Sep 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his heartfelt congratulations on the consecration of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir near Paris, describing it as a significant addition to India's cultural presence in Europe and a new chapter in India-France relations.

France: Consecration ceremony of BAPS Hindu temple concludes, Mahant Swami Maharaj offers first prayers

IANS | September 6, 2026 6:02 PM

Paris, Sep 6 (IANS) The murti-pratishtha (consecration ceremony) of France’s first traditional Hindu mandir was joyously celebrated across the city, as the temple officially opened its doors to all visitors and worshippers. The momentous occasion witnessed the gracious presence of swamis, devotees, and numerous distinguished dignitaries from across Europe, North America, Africa, Australia, and Asia.

Unacceptable act: Tricolour Sikh soldiers made ultimate sacrifice for, now trampled abroad

IANS | September 5, 2026 7:31 PM

New York, Sep 5 (IANS) In a striking irony, the very Indian national flag for which Sikh soldiers faced bullets and laid down their lives is now being trampled under foot by some Sikhs abroad, a report has highlighted citing the shocking videos and images that went viral during Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat’s recent visit to New York which showed some protesters disrespecting the Tricolour.

Pakistan: Human rights body calls for justice, accountability after Ahmadiyya leader's killing

IANS | September 5, 2026 7:09 PM

Islamabad, Sep 5 (IANS) Karachi-based International Human Rights Committee (IHRC) has called for immediate justice and accountability in the assassination of Mirza Safdar Mahmood, a local leader of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community in Pakistan’s Punjab Province. Mirza Safdar Mahmood, aged 65, was shot dead in the town of Mandi Bahauddin, reported Spanish media outlet 'Atalayar'. IHRC is an organisation focusing specifically on the rights of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community.

Braj to be developed on lines of Ayodhya, Kashi: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

IANS | September 4, 2026 4:42 PM

Mathura, Sep 4 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Friday that 'Braj Bhoomi' will now be developed on the lines of Ayodhya and Kashi, with a grand complex planned in Mathura and Vrindavan to reflect the region's spiritual and cultural significance.