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'Why am I ridiculed when I attend functions of other religions', Mamata wonders
Kolkata, April 14: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday wondered why she is ridiculed every time she attends the functions of any different religion while stressing that "there is no religion bigger than the religion of loving people".
Maharashtra: Muslims in Nagpur shower petals on Ram Navami Shobha Yatra
Nagpur, April 6: In a heartening display of communal harmony, members of the Muslim Sewa Samiti in Nagpur showered flower petals on devotees participating in the Shobha Yatra during the Ram NavamiA celebrations on Sunday.
W Bengal: Muslims distribute water bottles, shower flowerpetals during Siliguri's Ram Navami celebrations
Siliguri, April 6: In a display of communal harmony, the Ram Navami celebrations in Siliguri have set an example of peaceful coexistence amidst the backdrop of rising religious tensions in the country.
Mamata explains why Ram Navami should be celebrated along with Durga Puja
Kolkata, April 2: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, on Wednesday, submitted that Ram Navami should be celebrated along with the state's most popular festival, Durga Puja, during autumn while asserting that Lord Ram worshipped Goddess Durga to seek her blessings to defeat 10-headed demon king Ravana.
Strict vigilance in Sambhal for Eid prayers; heavy deployment of Police, PAC, and RAF
Sambhal, March 31: Eid celebrations are in full swing across the country on Monday, with devotees gathering in Eidgahs and mosques to offer prayers. In Sambhal, the administration has implemented strict security measures to ensure the peaceful observance of the festival.
Congress MP Imran Masood calls for banning liquor during Navratri
Saharanpur, March 29: Congress lawmaker Imran Masood said on Saturday that not just meat shops, liquor establishments should be shut during the nine-day festival of Navratri and called for embracing and promoting the spirit of brotherhood and communal harmony.
If Hindus are safe, then Muslims are also safe: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Lucknow, March 26: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath assured that people from all religions are safe in the state, asserting that as a Yogi, he wishes for everyone's happiness.
Himachal Pradesh Education Minister calls for communal harmony amid school circular controversy
Shimla, March 24: A recent circular issued by a private school in the state capital, Shimla, has sparked controversy, with allegations that it was intended to create communal discord. However, Education Minister Rohit Thakur has refuted these claims, emphasizing that the issue is being unnecessarily escalated to disturb social harmony.
India's real strength lies in unity: Ajit Pawar highlights importance of communal harmony at Iftar party
Mumbai, March 22: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Ajit Pawar organised an Iftar gathering in Mumbai and emphasised the importance of communal harmony and unity against divisive forces.
Putting an end to riots in Gujarat biggest lesson from 2002 violence: PM Modi
New Delhi, March 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the ability to put a total stop to riots in a volatile state like Gujarat was the biggest lesson or takeaway for him from the 2002 communal flareup.
Holi procession and Friday prayers conclude peacefully amid tight security in Sambhal
Sambhal, March 14: The festival of Holi is being celebrated with joy and enthusiasm across the country.
Sambhal prepares for a peaceful Holi with tightened security and special patrols
Sambhal, March 13: The police administration in Sambhal is fully on alert for the upcoming Holi festival to be celebrated on Friday. The administration is ensuring strict security measures to prevent any untoward incidents.
J-K: Forces in sensitive areas on eve of Holi, says DIG Shridhar Patil
Ramban, March 13: Amid the Holi-Jumma row, Police said on Thursday that the members of both communities in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district were assured in a recent meeting that the festivals will be celebrated with harmony.
Abu Azmi calls for peaceful Holi, Ramzan Friday prayers
Mumbai, March 13: Maharashtra Samajwadi Party (SP) MLA Abu Azmi on Thursday called for harmony and mutual respect as Holi and the Ramzan Friday prayers coincide on March 14, urging people to celebrate with peace.
Uttar Pradesh: Mosques covered with tarpaulins in Aligarh ahead of Holi celebrations
Aligarh, March 13: Ahead of the Holi festival, mosques in Aligarh were covered with tarpaulin sheets as a precautionary measure following a decision by the local administration.
Amid Holi-Jumma row, cleric calls for peace and harmony
Lucknow, March 13: With Holi and the second Friday of Ramzan coinciding this year, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali, a senior Sunni cleric, has issued an advisory urging communal harmony and peaceful celebrations.
I agree with him, and those who speak for publicity is not right: Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil backs Ajit Pawar
Nashik, March 13: Maharashtra Minister Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil on Wednesday backed Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's statement following the controversy surrounding BJP MLA Nitesh Rane.
Ayodhya: Peace committee meetings held, police maintaining full vigilance ahead of Holi celebrations
Ayodhya, March 13: Ahead of the Holi celebrations in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, the administration has carried out intense security preparations around the city to ensure peace, and police is monitoring social media and constantly surveying through CCTVs and drone cameras.
Political parties offer mixed reactions as Sambhal administration covers mosques ahead of Holi
New Delhi, March 12: In a precautionary move to ensure peaceful celebrations of both Holi and Ramzan, the administration in UP's Sambhal covered the mosques with tarpaulin sheets ahead of the festivals, sparking reactions from political leaders, with both the BJP and Samajwadi Party members expressing support for the move.
What is the need to do politics?: Shashi Tharoor on Darbhanga Mayor's statement on Holi
New Delhi, March 12: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday weighed in on Darbhanga Mayor Anjum Ara's statement on Holi and Ramzan, emphasizing the importance of communal harmony.
Darbhanga Mayor urges two-hour Holi pause for Friday prayers, stirs row
Patna, March 12: Darbhanga Mayor Anjum Ara has sparked controversy by requesting a two-hour pause in Holi celebrations on Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., citing respect for Jumme ki Namaz (Friday prayers).
Assam budget session to commence on February 17; will unite people: Deputy speaker Numal Momin
Guwahati, February 14: Assam Assembly Deputy Speaker Numal Momin on Friday said that the upcoming budget session of the Assam Assembly, which will commence on February 17, would be of significant importance and bring together the people of the state.
No one will be allowed to break communal harmony of Punjab: CM Mann on desecration of Ambedkar statue
New Delhi, Jan 27: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has strongly condemned the desecration of Ambedkar's statue in Amritsar and has assured strong action against the guilty.