As Shah Rukh Khan turns 60, fans celebrate not just his stardom but his humanity. His words on raising his children beyond religious identity continue to reflect his belief in unity, compassion, and a deep sense of secular love.
JD Vance's comments, in which he expressed a wish for his Indian-origin wife, Usha Vance, to embrace Christianity, have been widely criticised as insensitive and politically motivated.
Salman Khan revealed that religion never posed a problem in his parents’ marriage. Instead, the real obstacle was his father Salim Khan’s profession in films, which initially worried his mother’s family more than the Hindu-Muslim difference.
"There is no problem in learning English but we must not disown our own culture and language, all languages born in India are national languages; we need one common language to interact, but it should not be foreign," Mohan Bhagwat said.
'Our forefathers thought we were different from Hindus in every possible aspect of life,' Pakistan Army chief general Asim Munir said. 'We are two nations, we are not one nation.'
Saif Ali Khan, in an interview with Rajeev Masand, stated he wouldn't want Kareena Kapoor Khan to convert to Islam. He emphasized his belief in individual choice and respect for diverse faiths, highlighting their marriage as a testament to personal freedom over religious conformity.
"With utter dismay, we note that the arrest of Chinmoy Das has been misconstrued by some speakers, although he was actually arrested on specific charges,” said Tareq Md Ariful Islam, ambassador and permanent representative of Bangladesh to the UN offices.
Agartala-based ILS Hospital, which has been a popular destination for patients from the neighbouring country due to its proximity and affordable treatment costs, said the decision was taken over atrocities against Hindus
Bangladesh Police earlier on Monday arrested International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari from the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport area in Dhaka while he was traveling to Chittagong.
The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) sent these directives to different banks and financial institutions on Thursday, suspending all types of transactions related to these accounts for a month.
"No government would ever agree to such demands from extremists as we are a peaceful organisation,” added ISKCON's chief in Bangladesh Charu Chandra Das Brahmachari, welcoming the Bangladesh High Court’s order rejecting a petition seeking a ban on the Hindu religious organisation's activities in the country.
Information and Broadcasting Ministry advisor Kanchan Gupta took to social media to announce the prominent Bangladeshi Hindu religious leader’s arrest, while adding that the monk has been detained on sedition charges
During a weekly media briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal condemned the alleged attack on the members of the Hindu community in Chittagong.
PM Modi's statement came in response to reports of protestors carrying Khalistani flags clashing with devotees at a Hindu temple in Brampton, Canada
Addressing a gathering, she said, "We are all Pakistanis, and Diwali symbolises peace, harmony, and love."
Shravana Putrada Ekadashi 2024: It will be celebrated on Friday, August 16. This significant Hindu festival is observed by couples seeking offspring. Fasting with devotion is believed to invoke Lord Vishnu’s blessings for progeny and spiritual growth.
The Uttarakhand government has mandated all eateries falling on the route of Kanwar Yatra to display the name of the owner and workers.This order has come into effect in Haridwar district where pilgrims will come to collect water of the holy Ganga river. Some local shopkeepers welcomed the decision of the state government saying it will enable pilgrims to eat comfortably according to their preference. Opposition leaders have slammed the government for playing divisive politics.
Devshayani Ekadashi 2024: Devshayani Ekadashi, on July 17, 2024, marks Lord Vishnu's slumber, encouraging fasting, prayer, meditation, and charity for spiritual growth.
Skanda Sashti, celebrated on July 10, 2024, honors Lord Murugan's victory over the demon Surapadman. Popular in Tamil Nadu, it features fasting, special poojas, recitations, and dramatic reenactments.
Registration of marriages is extremely important, especially for women, in the event of marital disputes.
List of Festivals in July 2024: July 2024 is a month rich in Hindu festivals and significant religious observances. Each day brings unique cultural and spiritual significance, offering a glimpse into the vibrant and diverse traditions of Hinduism.
Shatrughan Sinha has strongly defended his daughter, Sonakshi Sinha, against criticism following her marriage to Zaheer Iqbal. The veteran actor emphasized that marriage is a personal choice and should not be subjected to public scrutiny or criticism.
The paper is authored by EAC-PM member Shamika Ravi, Apurv Kumar Mishra, Consultant, EAC-PM and Abraham Jose, Professional, EAC-PM.
Festivals in May 2024: May 2024 presents a rich tapestry of Hindu festivals and observances. Devotees can celebrate their faith and engage in spiritual traditions through revered Ekadashis, the birth anniversary of Goddess Sita, and other auspicious occasions.
Lectures by those who have a limited understanding of India's pluralistic traditions and the region's post-partition history are best not attempted, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.