Eid-ul-Fitr 2026: Security heightened across country

IANS | March 20, 2026 4:24 PM

New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Security arrangements in various parts of the country has been beefed up for Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations as worshippers gathered for prayers on the last day of Ramzan, ahead of the festival.

Pakistan: Christian man targetted by 'blasphemy business group' faces possible death penalty

IANS | March 19, 2026 4:32 PM

Islamabad, March 19 (IANS) A Christian man in Pakistan, accused under controversial blasphemy laws of the country, is awaiting a possible death sentence. The case has gained attention as it involves the so-called "blasphemy business group", an organised network accused of making false blasphemy accusations to trap people for blackmail and extortion, a report has stated.

'Dhurandhar 2' sparks controversy; Maulanas allege film promotes division

IANS | March 19, 2026 3:38 PM

New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) The release of the film 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has triggered fresh controversy, with religious leaders raising concerns over its content and portrayal of communities. On Thursday, the All India Muslim Jamaat chief Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi and Chief Mufti of Uttar Pradesh (Shahi Mufti UP) Maulana Chaudhary Ifraheem Husain accused film-makers of fuelling divisions between Hindus and Muslims for commercial gain.