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US Army Hindu Officer Fought for Tilak, Won Accommodation

Second Lieutenant Harish Rao faced deportation threats for wearing a tilak during US Army training. A chaplain's intervention upheld his religious rights, leading to his commissioning and advocacy for Hindu soldiers.

Two More Arrested in Bangladesh Hindu Man Lynching

Bangladesh police arrest two more suspects in the brutal lynching of a Hindu man in Thakurgaon. The total arrests now stand at 12. Details on the investigation and community impact inside.

South Goa's Multi-Cornered Battles in ZP Polls

South Goa's Zilla Panchayat polls see fierce multi-cornered fights in Raia, Davorlim, Guirdolim & more. Minority vote & defections shape unpredictable contests. Read the full analysis.

Madurai Interfaith Carol Service Promotes Religious Harmony

Madurai's St Mary's Church hosts inter-religious carol service with Hindu, Muslim, and Christian communities. Deputy mayor inaugurates event, highlighting city's tradition of unity. Read how Madurai stands as a model of religious harmony.

7 arrested in Bangladesh Hindu man lynching case

Bangladesh's Rapid Action Battalion arrests seven men for the brutal lynching of 27-year-old Dipu Chandra Das in Mymensingh. The incident has sparked renewed fears for minority safety. Read the full details.

Karnataka May Extend Honorarium to Buddhist Monks

Karnataka's Minority Welfare Department is set to review a proposal for a monthly honorarium for Buddhist monks, similar to the scheme for Jain archakas. Learn the details and implications.

Rijiju: Trust & Ethics Vital for Parliament, Warns Opposition

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju discusses parliamentary disruptions, the SIR controversy, and minority safety in an exclusive Idea Exchange. He stresses trust in democracy and advises the Opposition to use time wisely. Read the full interview.

Umeed Portal: 5 Lakh+ Waqf Properties Registered

The Umeed portal's initial registration phase concludes with over 500,000 Waqf properties documented. This marks a major step in transparency for India's Waqf assets. Read the full report.

Jammu Medical College Admissions Spark Communal Row

Controversy erupts in Jammu as Hindu groups protest admissions at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi medical college, raising fears of deepening religious divides overshadowing regional issues. Read more.

Waqf Property Registration Deadline: 4 Days Left

The Ministry of Minority Affairs urges immediate registration of Waqf properties on the UMEED portal before the December 5 deadline. Supreme Court denies extension. Act now to avoid tribunal process.

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