Beijing's control of Tibetan spiritual leader succession lacks legitimacy: Report

IANS | May 30, 2026 4:31 PM

Washington, May 30 (IANS) The Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) selection of the 11th Panchen Lama stands as a case study in failure, underscoring that legitimacy cannot be imposed and authenticity cannot be manufactured. If Beijing proceeds with efforts to influence the succession of the 14th Dalai Lama in the similar manner, it risks the same outcome marked by rejection from Tibetans, sparking international criticism, and laying bare Beijing's insecurity.

Holy relics of Lord Buddha's disciples arrive in Mongolia via special IAF flight

IANS | May 30, 2026 3:22 PM

Ulaanbaatar, May 30 (IANS) Underscoring shared Buddhist heritage, the holy relics of the chief disciples of the Buddha — Arahant Sariputta and Arahant Mahamoggallana — arrived in the Mongolian capital on Saturday afternoon for a 10-day public exposition at the Gandan Tegchenling Monastery on the occasion of Mongolian Buddha Purnima.

Myanmar Prez offers prayers for world peace at Mahabodhi, Sujata temples in Bodh Gaya (Ld)

IANS | May 30, 2026 3:16 PM

Patna, May 30 (IANS) Myanmar President General Min Aung Hlaing visited the World Heritage-listed Mahabodhi Temple and the historic Sujata Temple on Saturday and offered prayers for world peace, harmony, and the welfare of humanity.

Myanmar President arrives in India for 5-day visit, offers prayers at Mahabodhi Temple in Gaya

IANS | May 30, 2026 11:42 AM

Gaya, May 30 (IANS) Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing arrived in Gaya in Bihar on Saturday as he kicked off his five-day visit to India. He then offered prayers at the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya.

Sadhvi Ritambhara, Karpatri Maharaj praise PM Modi's achievements

IANS | May 28, 2026 10:01 PM

Ayodhya, May 28 (IANS) Religious leaders in Ayodhya praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi as his government completed 12 years in office. They spoke about the development of the country and major decisions taken during his leadership.

Pakistan: Family awaits justice, compensation two years after mob lynched Christian man over blasphemy allegations

IANS | May 28, 2026 8:21 PM

Islamabad, May 28 (IANS) Nearly two years after a violent mob killed 73-year-old Pakistani Christian Nazir (Lazar) Masih over blasphemy allegations in Pakistan's Sargodha, his family has said that they are still waiting for justice, along with compensation for the destruction of their property which remains abandoned after they left the city in Punjab province.

Pakistan: Rights group voices concern over restrictions faced by Ahmadis on celebrating Eid

IANS | May 28, 2026 6:39 PM

Hong Kong, May 28 (IANS) A UK-based Christian organisation and rights group has voiced concerns over the restrictions faced by Ahmadis on celebrating Eid al-Adha in Pakistan.

Kharge, Rahul extend Eid greetings, wish for peace, happiness in society

IANS | May 28, 2026 9:21 AM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi on Thursday extended Eid al-Adha greetings to the countrymen and wished for happiness and peace in society.

May Eid al-Adha deepen spirit of brotherhood, happiness in society: PM Modi

IANS | May 28, 2026 8:41 AM

New Delhi, May 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended Eid al-Adha greetings to the countrymen and prayed for happiness and good health in society.

Security beefed up nationwide ahead of Bakrid amid action against namaz on roads, slaughter of banned animals

IANS | May 27, 2026 9:15 PM

New Delhi, May 27 (IANS) Security arrangements in various parts of the country has been beefed up for the Bakrid festival. While maintaining that police forces have been kept on high alert, they said that Muslims will not be allowed to offer namaz on roads. The police also underlined that slaughtering of banned animals will invite strict action.

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Beijing's control of Tibetan spiritual leader succession lacks legitimacy: Report

Holy relics of Lord Buddha's disciples arrive in Mongolia via special IAF flight

Myanmar Prez offers prayers for world peace at Mahabodhi, Sujata temples in Bodh Gaya (Ld)

Myanmar President arrives in India for 5-day visit, offers prayers at Mahabodhi Temple in Gaya

Sadhvi Ritambhara, Karpatri Maharaj praise PM Modi's achievements

Pakistan: Family awaits justice, compensation two years after mob lynched Christian man over blasphemy allegations

Pakistan: Rights group voices concern over restrictions faced by Ahmadis on celebrating Eid

Kharge, Rahul extend Eid greetings, wish for peace, happiness in society

May Eid al-Adha deepen spirit of brotherhood, happiness in society: PM Modi

Security beefed up nationwide ahead of Bakrid amid action against namaz on roads, slaughter of banned animals

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