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.
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.
Prakash Ambedkar calls for a strong Indian response to attacks on minorities in Bangladesh, highlighting the loss of a friendly neighbour. Read his full statement and analysis.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor condemns mob violence & lynching of a Hindu man in Bangladesh. Read about the escalating unrest & concerns for minority safety.
Bangladesh police arrest two more suspects in the mob lynching of a Hindu youth in Bagerhat, bringing total arrests to 12. The incident has sparked outrage and concerns over minority safety.
India's MEA termed Bangladesh media reports on a Delhi protest as 'misleading propaganda'. The ministry stated the protest was peaceful and dispersed quickly, while voicing strong concerns over minority safety in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh police arrest 10 suspects in the brutal killing of a 27-year-old Hindu man in Mymensingh. The community demands justice amid rising concerns.
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.
Bangladesh police arrest seven suspects for the brutal lynching of a Hindu man in Rangpur. Details on the mob attack, investigation, and regional tensions.
Bangladesh police arrest seven suspects in the brutal lynching of a Hindu youth in Mymensingh. Details on the mob attack, investigation, and community reactions.
Bangladesh arrests seven in the lynching of Hindu youth Dipu Chandra Das. The case tests the interim government's commitment to minority rights amid political turmoil and international criticism.
Priyanka Gandhi demands India take up minority safety with Bangladesh after a Hindu man was lynched over blasphemy allegations. Read the full report.
A 24-year-old Hindu man was brutally killed in Mymensingh, Bangladesh. The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council condemns the attack, demanding justice and security for minorities.
West Bengal's Minority Affairs Department budget has increased tenfold since the TMC came to power. CM Mamata Banerjee highlights the government's commitment to minority welfare and development. Read more.
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.
Uttarakhand High Court seeks state government's response in two weeks on a petition challenging key sections of the new Minority Education Act, 2025, filed by a madrassa. Read the full details.
Draft electoral rolls reveal border districts Malda and Murshidabad have low 'unmapped' voter figures, sparking political debate. EC hearings continue till Jan 15. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
West Bengal witnesses two massive religious events in two days. A Babri Masjid-style mosque foundation was followed by a mega Gita recital with lakhs of participants, highlighting the state's charged religious atmosphere.
The deadline for uploading waqf property details to the UMEED portal ended Saturday. While no extension is possible, a 3-month grace period without penalties has been announced. Read the full details.
A shocking report reveals only 37 out of 1,817 Hindu temples and Sikh gurdwaras are operational in Pakistan, highlighting state apathy. Read the full investigation.
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.
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.
The Indian Army's dismissal of an 'outstanding' Christian officer, Kamalesan, raises critical questions about secularism and minority rights within the armed forces. Read the full analysis.
Delhi BJP minority wing leader Jamal Siddiqui demands public apology from Maulana Mahmood Madani for controversial remarks about Muslim women. Read the full story.
Jamiat-Ulama-Hind chief Mahmood Madani alleges Supreme Court working under government pressure on minority rights. BJP condemns his jihad comments as divisive. Full details inside.
Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind president Maulana Mahmood Madani's statement linking oppression to jihad ignites intense debate. BJP accuses him of inciting tensions. Read full details.
Explore the legal battle for Varanasi's holy city status, the challenges in implementation, and what it means for India's spiritual capital. Learn about the PIL and government response.
India exposes Pakistan's poor minority rights record after Islamabad criticized Modi's Ayodhya temple visit. UN experts condemn Pakistan's religious discrimination.