SC pulls up states, UTs over illegal religious structures
The Supreme Court today pulled up states and Union Territories for their failure to comply with its directions to file affidavits spelling out steps they have taken for removal of…
Religious Tragedy and Rule of Law
By A.J. Philip While my heart-felt condolences are to the kith and kin of those killed in the fire tragedy in Kerala, I will blame the whole Kerala society for…
Shani Shingnapur temple authorities allow women entry into inner sanctum
After days of confrontation, the Shani Shingnapur trust today took the decision to allow women devotees to enter the holy platform of the famous temple. Earlier today, dozens of male…
Hindu calendar New Year begins
Today marks the first day of spring season and New Year’s Day of traditional Hindu calendar based on the beginning of new moon. Known by various names, Chaitra Sukladi, Gudi…
Trimbakeshwar Temple trust bars entry for all, men & women
In a rare turn of events, from now on men devotees will also not be allowed to enter the sanctum sanctorum of Trimbakeshwar temple in Nashik district of Maharashtra. The…
Christians across the globe observe Good Friday
Good Friday marking crucifixion of Jesus Christ is being observed across the globe. In India special communion is being held in churches including Velankanni, Tiruchiraplli, Tirunelveli, Nagapattinam in Tamil Nadu.…
Pope Francis washes feet of Muslim, Orthodox, Hindus to spread harmony
Pope Francis washed and kissed the feet of Muslim, Orthodox, Hindu and Catholic refugees, declaring them children of the same God, in a gesture of brotherhood at a time when…
Preparations for Simhastha Kumbh festival in Ujjain in full swing
Vinit Wahi / Preparations for the month-long Simhastha Kumbh festival in Ujjain, the temple town of Madhya Pradesh some 50 kms from its industrial capital Indore, starting from April 22,…
Vatican to approve sainthood for Mother Teresa
Mother Teresa will be cleared to become a saint today after a Vatican panel recognises a second miracle attributed to the late nun famed for her work with the poor…
World Culture festival begins in Delhi; PM congratulates Sri Sri Ravishankar
AMN / Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said India has a lot to offer to the world through its cultural legacy. Addressing a huge gathering at three day world cultural…