Pakistan: Human rights body calls for justice, accountability after Ahmadiyya leader's killing

IANS | September 5, 2026 7:09 PM

Islamabad, Sep 5 (IANS) Karachi-based International Human Rights Committee (IHRC) has called for immediate justice and accountability in the assassination of Mirza Safdar Mahmood, a local leader of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community in Pakistan’s Punjab Province. Mirza Safdar Mahmood, aged 65, was shot dead in the town of Mandi Bahauddin, reported Spanish media outlet 'Atalayar'. IHRC is an organisation focusing specifically on the rights of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community.

Awami League alleges widespread persecution of minorities across Bangladesh since August 2024

IANS | September 4, 2026 9:12 PM

Dhaka, Sep 4 (IANS) Bangladesh’s Awami League on Friday alleged that religious minorities across the country have faced widespread discrimination and persecution since August 2024, including job dismissals, denial of promotions, restrictions on government employment, and the seizure of homes, land and businesses.

Braj to be developed on lines of Ayodhya, Kashi: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

IANS | September 4, 2026 4:42 PM

Mathura, Sep 4 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Friday that 'Braj Bhoomi' will now be developed on the lines of Ayodhya and Kashi, with a grand complex planned in Mathura and Vrindavan to reflect the region's spiritual and cultural significance.

BJP chief Nitin Nabin offers prayers at Delhi's ISKCON temple on Janmashtami, prays for peace and prosperity

IANS | September 4, 2026 3:51 PM

New Delhi, Sep 4 (IANS) BJP National President Nitin Nabin on Friday offered prayers at the ISKCON temple in East of Kailash (Delhi) and participated in rituals, on the auspicious occasion of Krishna Janmashtami.

Please place your trust in us: Newly-appointed Ram Temple Trust CEO Mishra

IANS | September 4, 2026 1:02 PM

Ayodhya, Sep 4 (IANS) Newly-appointed Ram Temple Trust CEO, Air Marshal (Retd.) Jeetendra Mishra, on Friday said he was currently trying to understand the entire system and sought the trust and blessings of devotees as he prepares to take forward the administration and development of the Ram Temple complex.

UP CM offers prayers at Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi on Janmashtami; highlights Ayodhya's transformation

IANS | September 4, 2026 11:06 AM

Mathura, Sep 4 (IANS) On the occasion of Shri Krishna Janmashtami, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday offered prayers at the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple in Mathura and extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of the state.

May this sacred occasion infuse positive energy, strength into everyone’s life: PM Modi on Janmashtami

IANS | September 4, 2026 8:52 AM

New Delhi, Sep 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended his greetings to the people of India on the occasion of Janmashtami and wished that the sacred festival would bring positive energy, strength and prosperity into everyone's lives.

Seers, leaders across party lines slam Pakistan for demolishing 100-year-old Hindu temple

IANS | September 3, 2026 4:02 PM

New Delhi, Sep 3 (IANS) Hindu seers and leaders across the political spectrum on Thursday lashed out at Pakistan following the demolition of an over-a-century-old Hindu temple in the country's Punjab province, allegedly for the expansion of a madrassa, while calling for respect for places of worship across the world.

'Heart filled with gratitude': Air Marshal (Retd) Jeetendra Mishra on being appointed Ram Temple Trust's first CEO

IANS | September 3, 2026 12:34 PM

Ayodhya, Sep 3 (IANS) Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust CEO Air Marshal (Retd) Jeetendra Mishra arrived in Ayodhya on Thursday, a day after being selected for the top post from the pool of more than 5,000 prospective candidates. He said he was grateful for the opportunity to serve Lord Ram and contribute to the administration and organisation of the temple.

Don't view language, literature through narrow lens of religious identity; Vande Mataram debate on Hindu deities childish: Sonam Wangchuk's wife (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | September 3, 2026 10:52 AM

Bhubaneswar, Sep 3 (IANS) Gitanjali Angmo, wife of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, on Thursday said objections to singing 'Vande Mataram' on the grounds that it contains references to Hindu deities reflect a 'childish way of thinking'. She said that language, literature, and cultural expressions should not be viewed through the narrow lens of religious identity.

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Pakistan: Human rights body calls for justice, accountability after Ahmadiyya leader's killing

Awami League alleges widespread persecution of minorities across Bangladesh since August 2024

Braj to be developed on lines of Ayodhya, Kashi: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

BJP chief Nitin Nabin offers prayers at Delhi's ISKCON temple on Janmashtami, prays for peace and prosperity

Please place your trust in us: Newly-appointed Ram Temple Trust CEO Mishra

UP CM offers prayers at Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi on Janmashtami; highlights Ayodhya's transformation

May this sacred occasion infuse positive energy, strength into everyone’s life: PM Modi on Janmashtami

Seers, leaders across party lines slam Pakistan for demolishing 100-year-old Hindu temple

'Heart filled with gratitude': Air Marshal (Retd) Jeetendra Mishra on being appointed Ram Temple Trust's first CEO

Don't view language, literature through narrow lens of religious identity; Vande Mataram debate on Hindu deities childish: Sonam Wangchuk's wife (IANS Exclusive)

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