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More Indian expats in UAE face action over Islamophobic social media posts
The UAE laws criminalise any acts that trigger religious hatred and/or insult religion through any form of expression, which covers speech and the written word, books, pamphlets or online media.
SC does not interfere with Bombay HC interim order allowing burials of Covid-19 victims in city
The Court refused to entertain the matter and asked the HC to decide the case within 2 weeks
Lockdown special from JNU: A webinar on ‘Leadership lessons through Ramayana’
It's time for all things holy, at the once holistic JNU, but strictly for faculty, staff and students, webinar is a collaboration with The Ramayana School.
Raj HC directs against mention of person’s caste in judicial matters
The notification states that the practice of mentioning caste in court documents is against the spirit of constitution
Mosque offered as Covid-19 quarantine facility in Pune
Renowned educationist and philanthropist P A Inamdar says it is time to put religious philosophy into practice and serve humanity
Using Corona pandemic as an excuse to don fresh Hindutva masks?
Ramayan, Mahabharat back on air, VHP suggests people chant "Jai Shri Ram" to combat Covid-19!
Kashi Vikas Samiti miffed with actress Sara Ali Khan for visiting Kashi Vishwanath Temple
The members of the Samiti complained that the actor’s visit was against traditions and established norms
Law to give Muslims 5% quota in education: M’tra
"The state government will take an appropriate decision on...
New private train Kashi Mahakal Express has a reserved berth for Lord Shiva
The Indian Railways says the transformation of the berth into a temple was only a one time affair to seek blessings for project
Four, including Principal, booked for humiliation of 68 girls in Bhuj hostel
The authorities of the SSGI had demanded that the 68 girls prove that they were menstruating
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Environment
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Rights
Gauhati HC directs State to confirm custody or deportation of two men detained in midnight police action in Assam
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