Religion News

First batch of Christian pilgrims from Andhra leaves for Jerusalem

The first batch of 51 Christian pilgrims from Andhra Pradesh left for Jerusalem Tuesday under the state government's scheme to help Christians visit places connected with the life of Jesus Christ.12:30 PM on November 25

Pakistani Muslim paints Sikh gurus, spreads their message

He is Muslim, but 78-year-old Syed Aftab Ahmed Shah has come from Pakistan with an exhibition of his paintings and calligraphy aimed at spreading the spiritual teachings of Sikh gurus among youth.10:30 AM on November 25

Judicial custody for Pragnya, six others

On an evening of high drama marked by accusations of torture and mental harassment against the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) that even forced a brief halt in court hearing, seven of the 10 accused in the Sep 29 Malegaon blasts, including Sadhvi Pragnya Thakur, were Monday remanded in judicial custody till Dec 3.10:30 PM on November 24

Sadhvi, five other Malegaon accused in judicial custody till Dec 3

In what could be considered a setback into the Malegaon blast investigations, a court in Mumbai Monday remanded in 14 days' judicial custody Sadhvi Pragnya Thakur and five others, turning down the plea to keep them in police custody under a stringent anti-terror law.8:32 PM on November 24

Indian spiritual leader in Kenya with message of peace

On a mission to spread the message of spiritual brotherhood in Kenya, Acharya Purshuttompriyadas, a Swaminarayan sect leader based here, has met Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga as well as a large number of ethnic Indian followers.4:00 PM on November 24

Prohibitory orders clamped in Orissa's Kandhamal district

Authorities in Orissa have imposed prohibitory orders in parts of the troubled Kandhamal district Monday to thwart a rally planned by tribals.2:02 PM on November 24

Government coined 'Hindu terrorism' for political mileage: RSS

The Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS) Sunday hit out at the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government, saying it was branding Hindus as terrorists to veil its 'complete failure to combat rampant terrorism' and with an eye to the upcoming general elections.4:30 PM on November 23

Government has coined 'Hindu terrorism' with polls in mind: RSS

The United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government was branding Hindus as terrorists to veil its 'complete failure to combat rampant terrorism', Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS) chief K.S. Sudershan said Sunday.2:33 PM on November 23

Abhaya murder casts shadow on Sunday mass

Two priests and a nun under arrest and a retired bishop being questioned for two hours -- the murder of Sister Abhaya 16 years ago cast a grim shadow over Sunday mass in Kerala with the Knanaya Catholic church asking for a transparent probe in a letter read out to parishioners.2:00 PM on November 23

Orissa protests 'Rath Yatra' by ISKCON in Delhi

Orissa Sunday opposed the 'Rath Yatra' (car festival) organised by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in Delhi as it violates the Jagannath cult and hurts religious sentiments of the devotees.12:30 PM on November 23

Tibetan leaders against Dalai Lama retiring

Top Tibetan leaders Saturday urged their spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, not to contemplate retirement.7:30 PM on November 22

RSS mouthpiece attacks UPA government, ATS for 'terrorizing Hindus'

The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has 'let loose a reign of terror on Hindu society' with the patronage of the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance government at the centre, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has said in a scathing editorial in its mouthpiece, 'Organiser.'6:32 PM on November 21

Modi orders stop to temple demolition drive in Gujarat

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi Friday decided to stop further demolition of illegally constructed temples in the state after his meeting with Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) president Ashok Singhal, an official here said.6:31 PM on November 21

VHP calls for agitation in support of Sadhvi Pragnya

Unhappy over the treatment meted out to the Malegoan blast accused, over 100 sadhus from across the country will meet in Delhi Nov 26 to register their protest and chart out a future course of action.4:00 PM on November 21

'Buddhism has to evolve to remain socially relevant in Asia'

Buddhism will have to evolve rites and rituals to become more socially relevant in Asian nations, including India, where people identify religion with prayer rites, feels Buddhist scholar Lokesh Chandra.11:00 AM on November 21