Religion

Former Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust (SRJTKT) general secretary and senior Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) leader, Champat Rai, has ignited a significant controversy with an article released on August 18. In his nine-page Hindi piece, shared within VHP media circles, Rai accused Nripendra ... Read full article.

The political landscape surrounding the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) is once again under scrutiny following a recent attack on party leader Sukhbir Badal in Nanded. This incident marks the second serious physical assault on Badal in a Sikh religious place within two years, prompting critical questions ... Read full article.

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President and former Punjab Deputy Chief Minister, Sukhbir Singh Badal, was recently injured in a knife attack inside a gurdwara in Maharashtra’s Nanded district. The incident, which has sent ripples through political and religious circles, occurred at Gurdwara Mata Sahib ... Read full article.

Chief Minister Joseph Vijay’s TVK government in Tamil Nadu is currently embroiled in a significant political controversy, facing intense scrutiny and criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over alleged Christian overtures and religious symbolism.The dispute escalated following the state ... Read full article.

Meerut witnessed a vibrant display of devotion and state support on Saturday, August 8, 2026, as Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath personally welcomed Kanwariyas by showering them with flowers. Standing alongside Meerut Lok Sabha MP Arun Govil and other public representatives, the Chief ... Read full article.

Jordan has issued a stark warning regarding the potential for religious conflict in Jerusalem, citing an "imminent" threat to one of the city's most significant Muslim holy sites. The kingdom, which has maintained custodianship of the revered site for over a century, fears an Israeli takeover could ... Read full article.

Puri, Odisha, The majestic Rath Yatra in Puri vibrated with renewed spiritual energy today as the chariots of Lord Jagannath and his divine siblings resumed their historic journey towards the Gundicha Temple. Following a temporary halt on Thursday, lakhs of fervent devotees gathered to pull the ... Read full article.

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, responsible for the grand Ayodhya Ram Temple, has initiated a significant overhaul in its management structure by inviting applications for its first Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This pivotal decision comes in the wake of a burgeoning controversy ... Read full article.

A fresh wave of devotion swept through Jammu as over 6,700 pilgrims departed from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp early on Sunday, July 5, 2026, destined for the sacred Amarnath shrine nestled in the South Kashmir Himalayas. This latest batch, comprising 1,310 women and 22 children, set off in two ... Read full article.

In a momentous address coinciding with America's upcoming 250th birthday, Pope Leo, the first American-born pontiff, has issued a heartfelt plea for the United States to continue its legacy of welcoming, protecting, and assisting immigrants. The message, delivered on July 4, 2026, resonates deeply ... Read full article.

The sacred Shri Amarnath Yatra is well underway, with the second batch of 3,865 devoted pilgrims commencing their spiritual journey from Jammu today. Their pilgrimage to the revered 3,880-meter-high cave shrine is a significant event, drawing participants from across the nation. Prime Minister ... Read full article.

The Vatican has made a significant declaration, stating that priests and lay Catholics belonging to the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) are now in schism with the wider Catholic Church and have been excommunicated. This drastic measure comes after the traditionalist group proceeded with the ordination ... Read full article.

A Catholic diocese in New Mexico is waging a legal battle against the Trump administration’s plan to construct a border wall, arguing that the project would desecrate a sacred site near a prominent 29-foot-tall statue of Jesus. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Las Cruces is challenging the ... Read full article.

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti has called upon the authorities in Jammu and Kashmir to facilitate Muharram processions throughout the valley. Emphasizing that these religious observances are an integral part of the region's rich cultural and spiritual heritage, she urged the ... Read full article.

Muharram, the sacred month marking the beginning of the Islamic New Year, holds deep spiritual significance for Muslims worldwide. In 2026, observances will once again bring a period of reflection, devotion, and remembrance, highlighted by traditional practices and a recently revised school holiday ... Read full article.

Thousands of Muslims gathered at the Idgah Grounds in Madurai this Thursday to offer special prayers in observance of Bakrid, also known as Eid-Ul-Adha. The atmosphere was one of deep devotion as the community came together to mark the spirit of sacrifice. Large crowds were seen at idgahs and ... Read full article.

Eid-ul-Adha, also known as Bakrid, is more than just a date on the calendar; it is a profound celebration of sacrifice, faith, and unity. As the 2026 festivities approach, the air is filled with a sense of togetherness and compassion. This festival commemorates the devotion of Prophet Ibrahim and ... Read full article.

Buddhism's story isn't confined to temples; it's a living thread that winds across continents, shaping art, daily life, and landscapes. The journey begins in Lumbini, Nepal, the widely recognized birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama. Pilgrims and scholars alike study how the Dharma traveled along ... Read full article.

On this occasion, a first-ever Lord Ganesha idol in Latin America was given the Pran Patishtha during a ceremony attended by devotees and community members. Indian ambassador to Brazil Dinesh Bhatia, along with Brazilian teacher Jonas Masetti, were present at the event held at Centro Cultural ... Read full article.

The country has welcomed the first-ever “spiritual robot monk” that combines human and AI elements, attracting worldwide interest. Gabi, a robot named after Gautam Buddha, made its official debut in front of the birthday celebration of Gautam Buddha at Seoul's Jogye Temple. Gabi, 130 centimetres ... Read full article.

A two-day visit by Union Home Minister Amit Shah to Leh centers on an international Buddha relics exposition, with environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk among the leaders he met. The interaction focused on Buddha and spirituality as Shah urged faith in Lord Buddha and suggested the events would set a ... Read full article.

Dame Sarah Mullally, the Archbishop of Canterbury, arrived in Rome for a four-day pilgrimage aimed at deepening Anglican–Roman Catholic relations and promoting dialogue across Christian communities. She met Pope Leo at the Vatican for the first time, signaling a renewed openness between the two ... Read full article.

On Independence Day, a ceremony at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem drew sharp scrutiny after a controversial rabbi known for boasting about demolishing buildings in Gaza lit the national torch. The event, meant to honor the state’s founders, became a flashpoint as critics argued the choice highlighted ... Read full article.

Israel’s military has removed two soldiers from combat duty and placed them in military detention for 30 days after they destroyed a Jesus statue in southern Lebanon. An investigation was launched after a picture showed an Israeli soldier taking the blunt side of an axe to a fallen sculpture of ... Read full article.

On an 11-day African tour, Pope Leo said it is not in his interest to engage in a debate with President Donald Trump about the United States war with Iran, and he will continue to preach the gospel. Much of what has been written since then, he noted, has been commentary on commentary and ... Read full article.

A viral document claimed Lenskart barred religious symbols; CEO Peyush Bansal says the old letter is outdated and the company now supports religious expression as grooming rules evolve. A document supposedly detailing the dress code at Peyush Bansal-led eyewear company Lenskart has been going viral. ... Read full article.

Pope Leo XIV has issued a call for peace in a world he described as ravaged by a handful of tyrants, urging nations to follow the example of neighborly love in their dealings with one another. The remarks come amid a flare of tensions between the Vatican and the United States, centered on the war ... Read full article.

A clash over theology and politics is simmering in Washington as the U.S. Bishops’ Committee on Doctrine publicly pushed back against Vice President JD Vance after he urged Pope Leo XIV to 'be careful when he talks about matters of theology.' The bishops’ response signals a testy moment at the ... Read full article.

Cameroon is gearing up for Pope Leo XIV's visit, a moment many see as a showcase for how much African Catholics matter within a church that is growing rapidly across the continent. Catholicism has surged on the continent, yet Africans still hold a relatively small share of top leadership ... Read full article.

A controversy over an AI-generated image of Donald Trump depicted as Jesus has sparked a fresh round of debate among conservatives and Catholic observers. The image, which Trump posted on Truth Social, has reignited questions about the role of religious symbolism in contemporary politics. Catholic ... Read full article.

Pope Leo XIV arrived in Algeria for the first papal visit to the country, launching an 11-day Africa tour that will also take him to Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea. The visit marks the longest papal trip since his election last year and signals Africa’s growing importance to the Catholic ... Read full article.

Pope Leo XIV kicked off an 11-day Africa tour with a historic Algeria stop, launching a mission that the Vatican frames as a push for peace and Christian-Muslim coexistence and a nod to the region that helped shape his spiritual heritage. The journey will take him across four nations—Algeria, ... Read full article.

Pope Leo XIV has begun an 11-day, 11-city tour across four African countries—Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea—travelling nearly 18,000 km and taking on 18 flights as the Vatican plants a deeper footprint in a region seen as central to the Church’s future. The first stop is Algeria, ... Read full article.

In a long-awaited, ambitious itinerary, Pope Leo XIV is touring Africa, moving through Algeria, Angola, Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea. The trip is described as dizzying in its complexity, echoing the early globetrotting odysseys of St. John Paul II. The pope's itinerary signals a bold push to ... Read full article.

Pope Leo, a global moral voice, publicly condemned President Trump’s stated threat to destroy Iran's civilization as unacceptable. The pope's comments mark his first direct appeal to Trump last week, signaling a rare moment of cross-border moral diplomacy from the Vatican. The Chicago-born pope ... Read full article.

In his first Easter sermon as Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally prayed that all people in the Middle East receive the peace, justice and freedom they long for. She framed the crisis as a humanitarian and moral challenge that demands steadfast care for the vulnerable and practical steps ... Read full article.

Thousands of worshippers gathered in St Peter's Square for Pope Leo XIV's first Easter Mass as pontiff, framed by white roses and spring blooms in the Vatican. In his address, he urged those with the power to unleash wars to choose peace, saying, 'On this day of celebration, let us abandon every ... Read full article.

Canterbury woke to an Easter morning message that fused faith with a plea for peace. In her first Easter sermon as Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally called for a renewal of hope in the Middle East, praying that all people of the region receive the peace, justice and freedom they long ... Read full article.

Pope Leo celebrated his first Easter Mass as pontiff, delivering a call for hope amid the violence of war. The message underscored a desire for a brighter, peaceful horizon even in times of widespread conflict. Earlier in the day, he led the Easter vigil at St. Peter's Basilica, asking for harmony ... Read full article.

Across Easter sermons, religious leaders are urging peace in the Middle East and harmony worldwide. In Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally is expected to pray that all people of the region receive the peace, justice and freedom they long for, underscoring a ritual of faith meeting urgent geopolitical ... Read full article.

Pete Hegseth’s comments on the Iran conflict frame the war as more than a strategic clash; they cast it as a cosmic battle between good and evil. Such religious rhetoric elevates scripture into policy language and suggests divine backing for military actions, a stance critics say is unprecedented ... Read full article.

Palm Sunday marks the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem and is observed today as the final Sunday of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting and repentance that began on Ash Wednesday and leads into Easter. In Madurai, Christians gathered for special prayers as congregations prepared for Holy Week. ... Read full article.

Pope Leo XIV delivered Palm Sunday Mass before tens of thousands in St. Peter’s Square, Vatican City, making a pointed stand against any idea that God approves war. The pope framed Jesus as the King of Peace, insisting that violence cannot be justified by faith and that prayers for war opponents ... Read full article.