Karnataka: Muslim leaders upset over Davangere seat decision after Congress fields Shivashankarappa's grandson

IANS | April 16, 2026 9:20 PM

Davangere, April 16 (IANS) The Davangere Assembly seat in Karnataka fell vacant following the death of veteran Congress leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa. After this, leaders of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Karnataka had demanded that the Congress field a candidate from the Muslim community in the by-election. However, the party chose to field Shamanur Shivashankarappa's grandson as its candidate, a decision that triggered strong dissatisfaction among Muslim leaders associated with the organisation.

Muslim cleric slams SP's pitch for 'separate' quota for Muslim women, backs Women's Reservation Bill

IANS | April 16, 2026 7:18 PM

Bareilly, April 16 (IANS) All India Muslim Jamaat Chief, Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi, on Thursday criticised the Samajwadi Party's (SP) demand for a separate reservation for Muslim women, calling it "politically driven", while expressing continued support for the Women's Reservation Bill that proposes 33 per cent quota for women in Legislatures.

CM Fadnavis offers prayers at BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir; prays for peace, prosperity

IANS | April 16, 2026 1:26 PM

Mumbai, April 16 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday visited the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in Mumbai, where he devoutly offered prayers and performed 'darshan' of Bhagwan Swaminarayan.

Cleric endorses Reservation Bill, advises restraint for Muslim women

IANS | April 15, 2026 8:15 PM

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh), April 15 (IANS) While expressing support for the Women’s Reservation Bill, All India Muslim Jamaat National President Maulana Mufti Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi offered a nuanced view, endorsing greater representation of women in legislatures but cautioning Muslim women against entering politics from an Islamic perspective.

Karnataka Congress leaders hail Ram Temple, call Ayodhya visit 'emotional'

IANS | April 15, 2026 4:54 PM

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh), April 15 (IANS) A delegation of Congress legislators from Karnataka on Wednesday expressed admiration for the grand construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, describing their visit as an emotionally enriching and spiritually fulfilling experience after Lord Ram's darshan.

PM Modi inaugurates Bhairavaikya Mandir, hails India’s timeless civilisational heritage

IANS | April 15, 2026 1:26 PM

Mandya, April 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the Bhairavaikya Mandir at Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasansthan Math in Srikshetra Adichunchanagiri in Karnataka's Mandya district and said that India remains a living civilisation with a continuous cultural legacy spanning thousands of years.

Vishu is about hope and happiness: PM Modi on Malayalam New Year

IANS | April 15, 2026 10:08 AM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his greetings on the auspicious occasion of Vishu and said this festival is about hope and happiness.

Timeless richness of Bengal's culture shaped India's civilisational spirit, says PM Modi on Poila Boishakh

IANS | April 15, 2026 9:52 AM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the people on the occasion of Poila Boishakh, highlighting the festival as a celebration of West Bengal’s rich cultural heritage that has significantly contributed to India’s civilisational ethos.

UCC not agenda of just BJP but of India's Constitution: HM Amit Shah (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | April 13, 2026 8:09 PM

Durgapur, April 13 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday expressed strong confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) electoral prospects in West Bengal, asserting that the party is witnessing a "very positive atmosphere" across the state and is poised to form the next government.

Sea of devotion engulfs Haridwar as 'Baisakhi Snan' draws massive crowds to Ganga ghats

IANS | April 13, 2026 10:22 AM

Haridwar, April 13 (IANS) On the occasion of the Baisakhi Snan, a magnificent spectacle of faith is unfolding in the holy city of Haridwar on Monday. Devotees have already begun arriving in Haridwar in anticipation of the Baisakhi holy bath.

Religion

Karnataka: Muslim leaders upset over Davangere seat decision after Congress fields Shivashankarappa's grandson

Muslim cleric slams SP's pitch for 'separate' quota for Muslim women, backs Women's Reservation Bill

CM Fadnavis offers prayers at BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir; prays for peace, prosperity

Cleric endorses Reservation Bill, advises restraint for Muslim women

Karnataka Congress leaders hail Ram Temple, call Ayodhya visit 'emotional'

PM Modi inaugurates Bhairavaikya Mandir, hails India’s timeless civilisational heritage

Vishu is about hope and happiness: PM Modi on Malayalam New Year

Timeless richness of Bengal's culture shaped India's civilisational spirit, says PM Modi on Poila Boishakh

UCC not agenda of just BJP but of India's Constitution: HM Amit Shah (IANS Exclusive)

Sea of devotion engulfs Haridwar as 'Baisakhi Snan' draws massive crowds to Ganga ghats

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