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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.

Celebrating Yoga Day After Spewing Venom Against Muslims is Travesty of Yoga

Delivering hate speeches, which Modi did recently, is contrary to the ethos of Yoga and its foundational ideals of truth and non-violence.

“Hamare Baraah”, allowed release after stigma-filled scenes against Muslims & Islam are cut, fine of Rs 5 lakhs imposed: Bombay HC

The controversial film trailer, now with slur-filled scenes removed, attracted a fine. Both the Supreme Court and the Bombay High Court had restrained and suspended the film’s release. Originally set to release on June 7, then on June 14, the film will now release on June 21.

Aligarh: Muslim man lynched to death, as local BJP MLA expresses support for the alleged criminals

A Muslim man was lynched in Aligarh earlier this week. The city witnessed a tense atmosphere as his family demanded the accused be punished, and members of Bajrang Dal and BJP Leaders reportedly asked the ‘children’ arrested to be let free.

Students challenge Hijab ban, college defends secular dress code – Bombay HC to rule on June 26th

Court to decide between freedom of religion and “secularism”

Tension flare as mob alleges cow slaughter in Mumbai, Himachal Pradesh too witnesses similar mob action

Mumbai’s Naya Nagar saw a tense situation after a mob gathered around a truck alleged of carrying cow meat a day after Eid. Himachal Pradesh witnessed a Muslim man’s shop being looted and destroyed, reportedly because the man had made a post of animal slaughter on the day of Eid.

Hoardings with Modi & Pope crop up, Bandra residents question MLA Ashish Shelar

Never to miss an opportunity to appease Catholics who are unlikely to forget the death of former Jesuit and icon, Stan Swamy, controversial BJP MLA from Bandra, Ashish Shelar hasout up several hoardings of the Pope with prime minister, Narendra Modi

Nine Muslim students petition Bombay HC, college’s ban on hijab violates fundamental rights

Landmark case to determine the future of religious freedom and inclusivity in Indian education.

Odisha sees bomb hurled at church in Cuttack

A bomb was thrown at the Baptist Church in Cuttack. Although no one was injured, this is second alarming incident of a bomb being hurled at a religous minoity’s site of worship in Odisha, as cases of vigilante violence against religious minorities seem to continue.

Suresh Chavhanke, notorious for hate speech, lashes out at the Maharashtra government for allocating funds to minorities

Calling minority funds a ‘return gift’ to those who did ‘vote-jihad’ TV news anchors and notorious hate speech giver, RSS member Sursesh Chavhanke calls out the Maharashtra government led by Eknath Shinde.

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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.