At UNHRC Geneva, photo exhibition highlights Pakistan's systemic discrimination and repression of minorities

IANS | March 12, 2026 7:03 PM

Geneva, March 12 (IANS) A photo exhibition hosted by an international human rights organisation on the sidelines of the ongoing United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) session in Switzerland's Geneva has highlighted the growing systemic discrimination and repression being faced by religious and ethnic minorities in Pakistan.

Ajmer Sharif delegation extends condolences at Iran Embassy, Cultural Centre

IANS | March 10, 2026 7:50 PM

Jaipur, March 10 (IANS) A delegation from the Dargah of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chishty (Garib Nawaz), Ajmer Sharif, and other prominent Dargahs of India visited the Iran Cultural House in New Delhi and the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran to convey heartfelt condolences on the martyrdom of His Eminence Grand Ayatollah Imam Ali Khamenei.

Zakaria Street in Kolkata turns into vibrant food hub during Ramadan

IANS | March 10, 2026 7:16 PM

Kolkata, March 10 (IANS) The iconic Zakaria Street in central Kolkata transforms into a bustling culinary hotspot during the holy month of Ramadan, drawing thousands of visitors every evening who gather to savour a wide array of traditional delicacies and soak in the festive atmosphere.

Thousands join Rangotsav celebrations at BAPS Mandir in Gujarat’s Sarangpur

IANS | March 9, 2026 10:11 PM

Sarangpur (Gujarat), March 9 (IANS) Over 75,000 devotees from throughout India and many other countries gathered in Sarangpur to celebrate the grand Pushpadolotsav (Festival of Colours) in the presence of HH Mahant Swami Maharaj. Countless devotees also witnessed the celebration through a live webcast on baps.org.

‘No one can ban RSS’: Karnataka Minister

IANS | March 9, 2026 4:15 PM

Bengaluru, March 9 (IANS) Karnataka Minister for Public Works Department Satish Jarkiholi said on Monday that no one can ban the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).

USCIRF urges US govt to redesignate Pakistan as Country of Particular Concern

IANS | March 8, 2026 8:17 PM

Washington, March 8 (IANS) The US Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has urged the US government to redesignate Pakistan as a "Country of Particular Concern" (CPC) over systematic, ongoing, and egregious violations of religious freedom.

China exploiting Buddhism to expand influence in Sri Lanka: Report

IANS | March 5, 2026 9:22 PM

Colombo, March 5 (IANS) China's systematic undermining of Buddhist values in Sri Lanka reflects a calculated strategy aimed at embedding the Chinese Communist Party's agenda into the spiritual and political life of the island nation.

Police personnel celebrate Holi with enthusiasm in MP, Rajasthan, UP

IANS | March 5, 2026 2:27 PM

New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) The festival of Holi was celebrated with great fervour by police personnel in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh on Thursday. Officers and staff were seen applying gulal to their colleagues, exchanging greetings, and dancing enthusiastically as they joined in the festive spirit.

Trump, Carney extend Holi greetings to Hindu community

IANS | March 5, 2026 8:47 AM

Washington, March 5 (IANS) Political leaders in the United States and Canada extended greetings to Hindu communities celebrating Holi, the festival of colours that marks the arrival of spring and symbolises renewal, unity, and the triumph of good over evil.

Minor Christian boy forcibly converted to Islam in Pakistan: Rights body

IANS | March 4, 2026 3:47 PM

Islamabad, March 4 (IANS) A minority Christian boy in Pakistan was forcibly converted to Islam, highlighting yet another case of injustice against vulnerable communities, said a leading minority rights group.

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At UNHRC Geneva, photo exhibition highlights Pakistan's systemic discrimination and repression of minorities

Ajmer Sharif delegation extends condolences at Iran Embassy, Cultural Centre

Zakaria Street in Kolkata turns into vibrant food hub during Ramadan

Thousands join Rangotsav celebrations at BAPS Mandir in Gujarat’s Sarangpur

‘No one can ban RSS’: Karnataka Minister

USCIRF urges US govt to redesignate Pakistan as Country of Particular Concern

China exploiting Buddhism to expand influence in Sri Lanka: Report

Police personnel celebrate Holi with enthusiasm in MP, Rajasthan, UP

Trump, Carney extend Holi greetings to Hindu community

Minor Christian boy forcibly converted to Islam in Pakistan: Rights body

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