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Islamic institute in Kerala sets example by teaching Sanskrit

Students in long white robes and white head-dresses in an Islamic institution unwaveringly reciting 'slokas' and 'mantras' in Sanskrit under the watchful gaze of their Hindu gurus, is what sets apart a Muslim educational organisation in Thrissur district of central Kerala. Read more on Dynamite News:

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OpIndia is caught peddling fake news. Again

The Hindu nationalist news website OpIndia has been caught publishing fake news – again. This time the “news” was about veteran journalist Sucheta Dalal, managing editor of the news website Moneylife.

Newslaundry

TMC invites Vir Das to Kolkata after Bengaluru show cancellation

NEW DELHI: TMC MP Derek O'Brien has invited stand-up comedian Vir Das to Kolkata, a day after his show in Bengaluru was cancelled at the last minute following protests by Hindu right-wing groups. The protesting groups alleged that the show, scheduled to be held on Thursday, would hurt Hindu religious…

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Good idea or pointless plan? Hindu and Mint comment on I&B public service broadcasting guideline

The Guidelines for Uplinking and Downlinking of Satellite Television Channels in India, 2022, released by India’s IB ministry this week, require all private television channels in the country to undertake public service broadcasting for at least 30 minutes per day on themes of “national importance” and “social relevance”.

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Following objection from a right-wing group, Vir Das’ Bengaluru show cancelled

Days after Hindu Janajagriti Samiti filed a complaint against comedian Vir Das for his alleged derogatory remarks, his show in Bengaluru today was cancelled. The artist announced the same on Instagram.

The Times of India

Congress leader says Hindu’s meaning is vulgar, party distances itself while BJP demands apology

NEW DELHI: During these times when polarisation on the basis of religion is rising in the country, Karnataka Congress working president Satish Jarkiholi has only added to the division with his remarks about the origin of the word ‘Hindu’. However, he stands isolated as his own party has distanced from…

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In Pakistan's Sindh province, Hindu culture fights the odds

Pakistan's Sindh province retains the imprint of the Hindu minority, which makes up just 1.9% of the population in this country of 225 million people

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All you Need To Know About Dev Uthani Ekadashi 2022

Dev Uthani Ekadashi, also known as Prabodhini Ekadashi or Dev Uthhana Ekadashi, is one of the most important occasions in the Hindu religion. Read more on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Concerns as US DHS hires leader of Hindu nationalist-linked group

Chandru Acharya’s appointment to the DHS body shows ‘ignorance’ of the US government, activists and academics say.

Al Jazeera

50 days later, verification of bail sureties still pending in Siddique Kappan’s UAPA case

In Uttar Pradesh, the process to verify journalist Siddique Kappan’s bail sureties has still not been completed, the journalist’s lawyer told the Hindu. Fifty days have passed since the bail sureties were provided.

Newslaundry

Internal review launched by NHS trust after 'hurtful' Diwali email sent to staff

The message sent on the morning of this year's festival made reference to the 'insidious growth of Hindu right wing nationalist ideology'

Manchester Evening News

Leicester unrest: Hindu groups to boycott review over fears of bias

Letter to mayor says community has ‘little confidence’ in process after Dr Chris Allen’s comments ruling out Islamist extremism

The Guardian - UK

Thousands of mosques targeted as Hindu nationalists try to rewrite India’s history

Shamsi Jama Masjid, an 800-year-old mosque in Uttar Pradesh, is the latest flashpoint in a dispute that could eventually turn violent

The Guardian - UK

In Iran, women are protesting the hijab. In India, they're suing to wear it

India's Hindu conservatives are championing Iran's female Muslim protesters. But they oppose Muslim students in southern India who are fighting for the right to wear the hijab in schools.

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Modi hopes Sunak can transform historic UK-India ties into modern partnership

Many Indians have welcomed the nomination of Rishi Sunak as Britain’s prime minister. Sunak becomes the first Indian-origin Hindu to lead the United Kingdom.

The Guardian - UK

Britain’s first Hindu prime minister is destroying Tories’ pitiful vision of diversity

We should quickly abandon wishful thinking in order to be truly ready for Rishi Sunak

The Times of India

When is Chhath Puja 2022? History, Significance, Facts, Rituals, Celebration and all you need to know

Chhath Puja is a Hindu festival predominantly observed in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Jharkhand. On this day Sun God is worshiped with prayers and religious rituals.

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Sajid Javid slams Trevor Noah’s claim of racist ‘backlash’ against Rishi Sunak

When he was appointed as Prime Minister on Tuesday, Mr Sunak became the UK’s first Hindu PM and the first of Asian heritage.

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When Antony Blinken spoke about Bajrang Bali at the White House

WASHINGTON: US secretary of state Antony Blinken highlighted the importance of religious freedom as a fundamental American value and informed that a 500-year-old stolen statue of Hanuman, a Hindu deity, was returned to the Indian government earlier this year.

The Times of India

Rakul Preet Singh opens up about the call for a ban on ‘Thank God’ prior to its release for hurting religious sentiments

Ajay Devgn, Sidharth Malhotra and Rakul Preet Singh starrer ‘Thank God’ had received a lot of flak online and from Hindu fringe groups prior to its release.

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Rishi Sunak is a new and old-fashioned Tory

It is a nice coincidence that Rishi Sunak has won the leadership of the Conservative Party, and hence the prime ministership, on the most important day of Diwali, the "festival of light" celebrated by Hindus, along with Sikhs, Jains, and some Buddhists. Diwali supposedly marks the triumph of "light over…

Wales Online

'A milestone in British Asian history' The pride felt by Cardiff's Hindu community towards Rishi Sunak as they celebrate Diwali

'At the time of Diwali we really look to fresh beginnings. We've been amongst dark times and we're looking to the light in the future, and I hope that Rishi can be the person to bring us that.'

The Times of India

Happy Bhai Dooj 2022: Wishes, Messages, Quotes, Images, Facebook & WhatsApp status

Bhai Dooj is a Hindu festival which is observed in the month of Kartika just around Diwali. This festival is based on brother sister relationship and is much akin to the Raksha Bandhan.

The Independent UK

Pakistanis hope Sunak will push India on Kashmir resolution

Britain’s new prime minister has embraced his Indian and Hindu heritage but he also has roots in present-day Pakistan, in the city of Gujranwala, where his paternal grandparents lived during Britain’s colonial rule

The Independent UK

What is the significance of Rishi Sunak’s red bracelet?

The new prime minister is frequently spotted with thread around his wrist

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