Secularism

How defending a 70-year-old Muslim shopkeeper triggered FIRs, highway blockades, and a law-and-order crisis in Uttarakhand

What began as a local intervention against alleged intimidation over a shop’s name spiralled into right-wing mobilisation, multiple FIRs, and a national debate on selective policing, free speech, and communal harmony in Kotdwar

We want to serve humanity: Rohingya refugees offer help amidst Covid

Having suffered at the hands of a violent regime in Myanmar, Rohingya refugees offer to help the sick in their new home

EXCLUSIVE: The secular philosophy of Mysore librarian Syed Isaaq

In an exclusive interview to SabrangIndia's Vallari Sanzgiri Isaaq explains why he is refusing to relocate or accept donations, and why he wants to rebuild his humble establishment that was recently allegedly burnt down by miscreants

Do not let Hindutva rulers destroy heritage of communal unity of Jallianwala Bagh martyrs

Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs fought and died together for India’s independence

My Hindu Religion

I am a devout Hindu but not a believer...

Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi: Saviour of 1931 Meston road riot survivors

A great supporter of India’s oppressed, Shankar was an unconventional journalist who entered a riot-ridden Kanpur to help people, instead of reporting the incident.

Is Secularism a threat to traditions of India?

India is inherently plural with rich diversity in religious traditions, languages, ethnicities, etc.

Guj HC orders police protection to inter-faith couple wishing to solemnize marriage

In the Habeas corpus petition filed by the man, it was alleged that the woman was being illegally confined and was not permitted to use her cell phone

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Kerala prepares a token of religious harmony for Republic Day

Kasaragod district’s locals talk about the secular history of the region that received its first symbol, 20 years ago.

Gujarat HC slams police for detaining interfaith couple

The court has ordered the immediate release of the arrested couple

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