Opposition questions Mohan Bhagwat’s Hindu-Muslim unity remarks, BJP defends message of inclusivity

IANS | August 30, 2026 3:34 PM

New Delhi, Aug 30 (IANS) Political reactions are pouring in over Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat’s recent remarks on Hindu-Muslim unity in New York, with BJP leaders backing his assertion of inclusivity while Opposition parties questioning his position and adherence to principles of equality and plurality, back home.

Faith leaders reject religion-fuelled hate

IANS | August 30, 2026 4:38 AM

New York, Aug 30 (IANS) Religious leaders from 30 countries have pledged to confront hatred, defend persecuted communities and ensure that artificial intelligence remains in the service of humanity.

No Hindu can seek Muslims’ ouster: RSS Chief Bhagwat

IANS | August 29, 2026 11:48 PM

New York, Aug 29 (IANS) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday said that a Hindu who believes Muslims should have no place in India ceases to be a Hindu, asserting that Hindutva recognises the dignity of every human being and accepts different paths to the same truth.

VHP's 'guidelines' for Durga Puja trigger political debate over meat sale in Bengal

IANS | August 29, 2026 3:03 PM

New Delhi, Aug 29 (IANS) The set of guidelines issued by the right-wing outfit Vishva Hindu Parishad on Durga Puja celebrations in West Bengal has triggered a political debate, with leaders from the JD(U), Congress and other parties expressing contrasting views on the organisation’s 'command' to restrict the sale and consumption of non-vegetarian food in and around puja pandals.

Krishna consciousness can unite world: Mohan Bhagwat

IANS | August 28, 2026 10:30 PM

Washington, Aug 28 (IANS) RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has said Krishna consciousness can unite humanity amid growing conflict, division and competing identities, as he visited historic ISKCON sites in New York during the organisation’s 60th anniversary year.

Nepal tragedy is a warning, need to balance development & environmental preservation, says Mirwaiz Umar

IANS | August 28, 2026 8:54 PM

Srinagar, Aug 28 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir's senior religious leader and chief cleric, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, on Friday termed the Nepal tragedy a warning, as he called for a balance between development & environmental preservation.

Mamdani’s RSS criticism has truth: Pitroda (IANS exclusive)

IANS | August 28, 2026 9:31 AM

New York, Aug 28 (IANS) Senior Congress leader Sam Pitroda has backed New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s criticism of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), saying his remarks contain “some truth” and reflect concerns about the treatment of religious minorities in India.

May bond of love, affection, mutual trust remain forever unbreakable: PM Modi on Raksha Bandhan

IANS | August 28, 2026 8:25 AM

New Delhi, Aug 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan and wished that the bond of love, affection and mutual trust remains forever unbreakable.

Indresh Kumar calls for unity through love, brotherhood and Tricolour at RSS Muslim wing's Raksha Bandhan event

IANS | August 27, 2026 9:21 PM

New Delhi, Aug 27 (IANS) A unique Raksha Bandhan celebration organised by the Muslim Rashtriya Manch (MRM) in New Delhi on Thursday, blended tradition with a strong message of social harmony and national unity.

Rahul Gandhi must apologise for insulting religious texts: Swami Avimukteshwaranand

IANS | August 27, 2026 3:47 PM

Bemetara, Aug 27 (IANS) Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati on Thursday accused Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi of repeatedly insulting Hindu religious texts, over his remarks concerning the Manusmriti. He warned that if the Congress leader continued making such statements without offering an apology, a campaign would be launched urging Hindus not to vote for the Congress.

Religion

Opposition questions Mohan Bhagwat’s Hindu-Muslim unity remarks, BJP defends message of inclusivity

Faith leaders reject religion-fuelled hate

No Hindu can seek Muslims’ ouster: RSS Chief Bhagwat

VHP's 'guidelines' for Durga Puja trigger political debate over meat sale in Bengal

Krishna consciousness can unite world: Mohan Bhagwat

Nepal tragedy is a warning, need to balance development & environmental preservation, says Mirwaiz Umar

Mamdani’s RSS criticism has truth: Pitroda (IANS exclusive)

May bond of love, affection, mutual trust remain forever unbreakable: PM Modi on Raksha Bandhan

Indresh Kumar calls for unity through love, brotherhood and Tricolour at RSS Muslim wing's Raksha Bandhan event

Rahul Gandhi must apologise for insulting religious texts: Swami Avimukteshwaranand

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