Islamabad, Jan 17 (IANS) The abuse of blasphemy laws in Pakistan and the politicisation of Islamophobia in Western democracies reflect a shared strategy designed to silence criticism, safeguard extremist ideologies, and deflect accountability, a report has revealed.
Islamabad, Jan 16 (IANS) Syndicates, which have entrapped hundreds of people in blasphemy cases for refusing extortion demands continue to remain active in Pakistan, a recent report has cited. It highlighted that the National Commission for Human Rights in Pakistan has said that more than 450 people, mostly men, have been entrapped over the years, and that 10 of them were Christians with at least five of those arrested dying in custody.
Haridwar, Jan 16 (IANS) Amid the growing demand for prohibiting entry of non-Hindus in Haridwar’s Har ki Pauri, posters came up at the world-famous religious site which unambiguously designate the area as “off-limits for non-Hindus."
Mehsana, Jan 16 (IANS) The iconic and ancient Sun Temple at Modhera in Gujarat's Mehsana district is set to come alive with classical dance traditions as the state prepares to host the two-day 'Uttarardh Mahotsav 2026' on January 17 and 18.
Ahmedabad, Jan 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent three-day visit to Gujarat, especially his participation in the 'Somnath Swabhiman Parv', has been hailed as a landmark moment for the state.
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) On the occasion of Thiruvalluvar Day, Union Home Minister Amit Shah joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday by paying tributes to the Tamil poet-philosopher Thiruvalluvar whose works and ideals continue to inspire innumerable people across generations.
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday attended the third International Kite Festival 2026 in the national capital and said that Makar Sankranti has become a powerful example of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat,’ reflecting India’s cultural unity amid diversity.
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) On the occasion of Thiruvalluvar Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid homage to the revered Tamil poet-philosopher Thiruvalluvar and said that his works and ideals continue to inspire innumerable people across generations.
Dhaka: The rise of religious extremism in Bangladesh did not happen overnight. It has been designed gradually — through years of falsification, cultural delegitimization, and the systematic replacement of plural values with rigid identity politics.
Islamabad, Jan 15 (IANS) Christians in Pakistan continue to face massive challenges - from threat of violence to discrimination - everyday as blasphemy laws in the country are being used to intimidate them and other minorities, a report has stated.
