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Dwarka: Clearance of encroachments leaves locals hopeless and in anguish

The recent demolition of structures in Dwarka, Gujarat has been a centre of controversy. The authorities have claimed that these structures were illegal, and the due process of law was followed before any demolitions took place. However, locals have raised concerns that primarily Muslims are being targeted in the demolition drive and that no proper notice was given.

Supreme Court to hear urgent pleas against state-sanctioned bulldozer demolitions in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan

Two pleas filed by two victims challenge the extrajudicial demolitions as a violation of fundamental rights, urging the Supreme Court to curb the rising trend of "bulldozer justice" targeting marginalized communities

2024: Cow vigilantism escalates in July and August with rumour-driven raids and violent assaults on Muslim while legal consequences for perpetrators missing?

Amidst increasing cow-related violence, police inaction and mob brutality create a climate of fear for minorities and marginalized groups; enforcement efforts remain conspicuously absent.

CJP files complaint against TNN anchors for broadcasting misleading debate show

Complaint alleges Times Now Navbharat’s shows targeting the academic curriculum of Indian Madrassas was misleading and attempts to portray them as suspicious places

MP: CM, Mohan Yadav, continues bulldozer spree, Muslim homes demolished, partisan discriminatory governance at its height

Three days ago, August 23, news of bulldozers in action in a ‘bulldozer state’ made news, however fleetingly; new CM Yadav of MP was clearly following in the steps of his predecessor, predecessor Shivraj Singh Chauhan’s steps; weeks ago Congress leader and Rajya Sabha member Digvijaya Singh had demanded action against DM Sanjeev Srivastava for discriminatory anti-Constitutional acts

United Christian Forum submits memorandum to UP Governor Anandiben Patel; demands repeal of UP anti-conversion law and its recent amendment

The Forum also flagged police bias and the role of extremist elements in filing false cases under UP anti-conversion law against members of the community

The Waqf Bill 2024: An Open Letter to the Joint Committee of Parliament, the Opposition, and India’s Muslim Communities

The United Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development (UMEED)...

Beyond “Rice Bag” Christians: Examining the case of Indigenous Christianity in India

The history of Christianity in India is a complex tapestry woven from its origins and development. Historians, theologians, and various church communities continue to engage in lively debates and discussions surrounding its arrival and evolution. Despite these ongoing conversations, the Christian community in India marches forward, its missionary and evangelical efforts a testament to its faith. However, they remain a minority within the nation's vast religious landscape.

Bangladesh: Why Indian Muslims’ voice against anti-Hindu violence matters

It is reassuring to see some noted Indian Muslim intellectuals and scholars including a few Ulema come out and call spade a spade.

Redefining Indian Tradition Minus Christianity & Islam is Intellectual Dishonesty

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Kanwar Yatra episode: Pasmanda Muslims, ‘wooed’ by BJP, perhaps biggest losers

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Dwarka: Clearance of encroachments leaves locals hopeless and in anguish

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