The new Imam? Turkey's bid to lead Muslim world

Baladas Ghoshal | May 23, 2025 3:57 PM

New Delhi: Turkey's vocal support for Pakistan following India's retaliatory strikes against terror networks after the brutal killing of civilians in Pahalgam, reflects a deeper strategic ambition under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. More than a reaction to a regional conflict, it signals Turkey's growing aspiration to replace Saudi Arabia as the leading voice in the Islamic world and to expand its influence across South and Southeast Asia, challenging traditional alignments.

PM Modi offers prayers at Rajasthan's Karni Mata Temple

IANS | May 22, 2025 11:15 AM

Bikaner, May 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid a visit to the famous Karni Mata Temple in Deshnok, Rajasthan's Bikaner district, offering prayers at one of the most unique and revered temples in the country.

Special prayers, local joy as PM Modi set to visit Karni Mata temple

IANS | May 21, 2025 9:41 PM

Bikaner, May 21 (IANS) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to virtually inaugurate 103 redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme on May 22, excitement is equally palpable in Rajasthan's Bikaner, where he is scheduled to visit the historic Karni Mata Temple the same day.

Devotees pay homage to sacred relics of Lord Buddha at Vietnam's Bai Dinh Pagoda

IANS | May 21, 2025 9:14 PM

Hanoi, May 21 (IANS) The sacred relics of Lord Buddha sent from India were enshrined at the famous Buddhist temple of Bai Dinh Pagoda in Ninh Binh province of Vietnam on Wednesday. A large number of devotees, including provincial leaders, welcomed the relics as monks from India and Vietnam chanted traditional prayers.

Vietnam: Large number of devotees pay respect to holy Buddha relics from India

IANS | May 20, 2025 9:33 PM

Hanoi, May 20 (IANS) The holy relics of Lord Buddha sent from India enshrined at the famous Buddhist temple Tam Chuc Pagoda in Ha Nam province of Vietnam witnessed a large number of devotees on Tuesday who lined up from early morning to worship pay their respects amidst the sacred atmosphere. As the exposition entered the fourth day, the number of pilgrims to Tam Chuc Pagoda is still increasing.