Khalistani extremists bringing disrepute to Sikh community abroad by hijacking Gurdwaras, holding 'referendums': Report

IANS | June 18, 2026 6:34 PM

Ottawa, June 18 (IANS) Khalistani extremism has tarnished the reputation of the overwhelmingly law-abiding Sikh diaspora, whose contributions through hard work, entrepreneurship and public service have enriched societies across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and beyond, even as the vast majority of Sikhs reject terrorism.

Advocacy group urges California's commission to recognise rise in anti-Hindu hate

IANS | June 17, 2026 3:21 PM

Washington, June 17 (IANS) Leading international advocacy group, the Hindu American Foundation (HAF), has called on California's State of Hate Commission to acknowledge the rise in anti-Hindu hate, while ensuring that Hindu Americans are included in statewide anti-hate initiatives.

SIT intensifies probe into Ram Janmabhoomi donation fund irregularities

IANS | June 16, 2026 12:21 AM

Ayodhya, June 16 (IANS) The Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted by the Uttar Pradesh government has intensified its probe into alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Janmabhoomi site, conducting a marathon inspection that began at 2:50 p.m. and stretched late into the night.

SP MP Javed Ali Khan sparks row with 'majority community toxic' remark, BJP hits back

IANS | June 15, 2026 4:10 PM

Lucknow, June 15 (IANS) Samajwadi Party Rajya Sabha MP Javed Ali Khan sparked a fresh political controversy with his sharp criticism of the BJP, accusing it of creating an atmosphere that has weakened trust between different communities.

Devotees throng holy rivers nationwide on auspicious occasion of Somvati Amavasya

IANS | June 15, 2026 9:59 AM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) A profound display of faith and devotion unfolded across India on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya, as devotees from different parts of the country gathered at sacred rivers and pilgrimage sites to take holy dips, perform rituals, and offer prayers for peace, prosperity, and spiritual well-being on Monday.

Massive surge of faith in Haridwar on Somvati Amavasya; devotees throng Ganga ghats

IANS | June 15, 2026 8:39 AM

Haridwar, June 15 (IANS) A magnificent display of faith was witnessed in the holy city of Haridwar in Uttarakhand on the auspicious occasion of Somvati Amavasya, as hundreds of thousands of devotees gathered at the banks of the Ganga River for a sacred dip and prayers on Monday.

First batch of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 flagged off in Delhi

IANS | June 13, 2026 11:44 PM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Saturday presided over the flagging‑off ceremony of the first batch of pilgrims undertaking the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra (KMY) 2026 at Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan in New Delhi.

Buddha site in Tibet turned into racetrack amid wider cultural shift: Report

IANS | June 13, 2026 9:39 PM

Rome, June 13 (IANS) The transformation of the Buddha statue’s grounds in Tibet into a horse-racing venue represents a deliberate rewriting of space, aimed at erasing the memory of what existed there. What was once a sacred place has been turned into a stage for recreation and spectacle.

Ambassador Doraiswami visits Tibet to review arrangements for Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims from India

IANS | June 11, 2026 11:51 PM

Tibet, June 11 (IANS) The Indian Ambassador to China Vikram Doraiswami arrived in Lhasa, the historical, cultural, and spiritual capital of Tibet, on Thursday to jointly review arrangements made by local government authorities for Indian pilgrims on the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra (KMY).

Indian delegation brings back holy relics of Lord Buddha's disciples from Mongolia

IANS | June 10, 2026 9:35 PM

Ulaanbaatar, June 10 (IANS) An Indian delegation led by Ladakh Lt. Governor Vinai Saxena departed from the Mongolian capital of Ulaanbaatar on Wednesday aboard a special Indian Air Force (IAF) flight to India, carrying back the holy relics of Lord Buddha’s two chief disciples, Arahant Sariputra and Arahant Maudgalyayana.

Religion

Khalistani extremists bringing disrepute to Sikh community abroad by hijacking Gurdwaras, holding 'referendums': Report

Advocacy group urges California's commission to recognise rise in anti-Hindu hate

SIT intensifies probe into Ram Janmabhoomi donation fund irregularities

SP MP Javed Ali Khan sparks row with 'majority community toxic' remark, BJP hits back

Devotees throng holy rivers nationwide on auspicious occasion of Somvati Amavasya

Massive surge of faith in Haridwar on Somvati Amavasya; devotees throng Ganga ghats

First batch of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 flagged off in Delhi

Buddha site in Tibet turned into racetrack amid wider cultural shift: Report

Ambassador Doraiswami visits Tibet to review arrangements for Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims from India

Indian delegation brings back holy relics of Lord Buddha's disciples from Mongolia

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