In 'war of supremacy', SGPC removes Akal Takht Jathedar

IANS | March 7, 2025 5:12 PM

Amritsar, March 7 (IANS) In the ongoing "war of supremacy", the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) on Friday appointed Sikh preacher Kuldeep Singh Gargaj as the acting Jathedar (high priest) of the Akal Takht, replacing incumbent Giani Raghbir Singh.

Bihar: Women in Jamui empowered through herbal 'Gulal' production as demand soars ahead of Holi

IANS | March 7, 2025 2:50 PM

Jamui, March 7 (IANS) With Holi just around the corner, markets in Bihar are abuzz with preparations, and this year, there’s a growing demand for herbal gulal made from flowers and natural ingredients. In Jamui district, women are crafting this eco-friendly gulal, combining traditional knowledge with creativity to make vibrant colours from fruits, flowers, and plants.

PM Modi's thoughts about Sufi tradition are 'amazing', Muslims support him: Syed Naseeruddin Chishti

IANS | March 3, 2025 12:09 AM

Ajmer, March 3 (IANS) Syed Naseeruddin Chishti, All India Sufi Sajjadanashin Council Chairman and a descendant of revered Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, on Sunday described Prime Minister Narendra Modi's thoughts and ideas about the Sufi tradition were "amazing" and majority of Muslims have rallied their support behind his leadership and the Indian government.