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'Lack Of Knowledge': India Rejects Dutch PM's Remarks On Press Freedom, Minority Rights
The diplomat, citing the recently held assembly elections in several regions in the country, said India is a "vibrant democracy" where "peaceful transition of power" is a key feature.
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'Diversity Is India's Strength': Supreme Court On Sabarimala-Linked Case
Justice BV Nagarathna pointed out "what's troubling the court" while hearing arguments by petitioners defending the grounds taken by the landmark Sabarimala verdict of 2018
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"Kuch Nahin Toh Khuda..." Supreme Court Cites Ghalib In Sabarimala-Linked Hearing
The nine-judge bench is currently examining broader questions arising from the Sabarimala judgment, including the scope of judicial review over religious practices and the balance between individual rights and denominational autonomy under Articles 2
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Sabarimala Effect: 7 Questions, 9 Judges To Decide Course For Women's Rights
It seeks to delineate the contours of religious freedom while testing its limits against the guarantees of equality, dignity, and individual autonomy.
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Opinion | Faith, Ballot and Sabarimala: Why Left Softened Its Stand Ahead of Kerala Polls
The final phase of hearings in the Sabarimala case is critical for incorporating matters that impinge on both individual rights as well as social and religious tradition of specific communities
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In Sabarimala Case, Court Claims 'Superstition' Review Right, Cites Sati
Earlier, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the centre, said that India's traditions reflect deep respect for women, pointing to cultural and religious practices across the country.
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Right To Religion Not Absolute: Kerala Switches Side On Sabarimala Review
Hours before the scheduled hearing, the Kerala government requested to be heard alongside those seeking to uphold Sabarimala traditions. The state has requested for an hour to present its position.
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May Affect Minority Institutions' Religious Freedom: Catholic Body On Foreign Funding Bill
Calling the move a "direct intrusion" into constitutionally protected spaces, the All India Catholic Union argued that the proposed amendments may conflict with Articles 25 and 26, which guarantee the right to freely practise religion and manage reli
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RSS Backs Right To Faith, Rejects Religious Discrimination
As part of the centenary year celebrations of the RSS, the organisation's Meghalaya unit organised a Prominent Citizens' Meet in Shillong to facilitate dialogue and exchange of ideas among distinguished members of the society.
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Bangladeshi Hindus' 'Future Concerns' Amid Rising Violence Ahead Of Polls
As Bangladesh is on the cusp of a historic election, the Hindus in the nation are grappling with living in fear of reprisals after the election as the targeted killings of Hindus continue in Bangladesh.
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Taliban's New Law Legalises Slavery In Afghanistan, Makes Mullahs Immune
The Taliban has formally entrenched a class-based justice system in Afghanistan under a newly enacted Criminal Procedure Code signed by its supreme leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada.
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Religious Education In Northern Ireland Breaches Human Rights: UK Supreme Court
Northern Ireland's education system differs from that of the rest of the UK as it is still shaped by its sectarian past.
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The Trans Struggle Caused By Pakistan's Cultural Taboos, Religious Norms
Despite winning the right to medically transition in 2018, many transgender people in Pakistan still turn to unqualified surgeons because of a lack of trained doctors, high costs, and cultural taboos.
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Rights Body Seeks Report In Alleged Conversion Case In Madhya Pradesh
The complaint claims that 556 Hindu children are being targeted for conversion by being enrolled in 27 unauthorised madrasas operating in Morena and adjoining districts.
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Ranchi's Vatican City-Themed Durga Puja Pandal 'Conversion Ploy', Alleges Right Wing Group
A Durga Puja pandal in Ranchi, with the theme of 'Vatican City', has angered the Vishwa Hindu Parishad which alleged that it has been done to "hurt religious sentiments of Hindus" and encourage conversion
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'Lack Of Knowledge': India Rejects Dutch PM's Remarks On Press Freedom, Minority Rights
The diplomat, citing the recently held assembly elections in several regions in the country, said India is a "vibrant democracy" where "peaceful transition of power" is a key feature.
-
'Diversity Is India's Strength': Supreme Court On Sabarimala-Linked Case
Justice BV Nagarathna pointed out "what's troubling the court" while hearing arguments by petitioners defending the grounds taken by the landmark Sabarimala verdict of 2018
-
"Kuch Nahin Toh Khuda..." Supreme Court Cites Ghalib In Sabarimala-Linked Hearing
The nine-judge bench is currently examining broader questions arising from the Sabarimala judgment, including the scope of judicial review over religious practices and the balance between individual rights and denominational autonomy under Articles 2
-
Sabarimala Effect: 7 Questions, 9 Judges To Decide Course For Women's Rights
It seeks to delineate the contours of religious freedom while testing its limits against the guarantees of equality, dignity, and individual autonomy.
-
Opinion | Faith, Ballot and Sabarimala: Why Left Softened Its Stand Ahead of Kerala Polls
The final phase of hearings in the Sabarimala case is critical for incorporating matters that impinge on both individual rights as well as social and religious tradition of specific communities
-
In Sabarimala Case, Court Claims 'Superstition' Review Right, Cites Sati
Earlier, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the centre, said that India's traditions reflect deep respect for women, pointing to cultural and religious practices across the country.
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Right To Religion Not Absolute: Kerala Switches Side On Sabarimala Review
Hours before the scheduled hearing, the Kerala government requested to be heard alongside those seeking to uphold Sabarimala traditions. The state has requested for an hour to present its position.
-
May Affect Minority Institutions' Religious Freedom: Catholic Body On Foreign Funding Bill
Calling the move a "direct intrusion" into constitutionally protected spaces, the All India Catholic Union argued that the proposed amendments may conflict with Articles 25 and 26, which guarantee the right to freely practise religion and manage reli
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RSS Backs Right To Faith, Rejects Religious Discrimination
As part of the centenary year celebrations of the RSS, the organisation's Meghalaya unit organised a Prominent Citizens' Meet in Shillong to facilitate dialogue and exchange of ideas among distinguished members of the society.
-
Bangladeshi Hindus' 'Future Concerns' Amid Rising Violence Ahead Of Polls
As Bangladesh is on the cusp of a historic election, the Hindus in the nation are grappling with living in fear of reprisals after the election as the targeted killings of Hindus continue in Bangladesh.
-
Taliban's New Law Legalises Slavery In Afghanistan, Makes Mullahs Immune
The Taliban has formally entrenched a class-based justice system in Afghanistan under a newly enacted Criminal Procedure Code signed by its supreme leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada.
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Religious Education In Northern Ireland Breaches Human Rights: UK Supreme Court
Northern Ireland's education system differs from that of the rest of the UK as it is still shaped by its sectarian past.
-
The Trans Struggle Caused By Pakistan's Cultural Taboos, Religious Norms
Despite winning the right to medically transition in 2018, many transgender people in Pakistan still turn to unqualified surgeons because of a lack of trained doctors, high costs, and cultural taboos.
-
Rights Body Seeks Report In Alleged Conversion Case In Madhya Pradesh
The complaint claims that 556 Hindu children are being targeted for conversion by being enrolled in 27 unauthorised madrasas operating in Morena and adjoining districts.
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Ranchi's Vatican City-Themed Durga Puja Pandal 'Conversion Ploy', Alleges Right Wing Group
A Durga Puja pandal in Ranchi, with the theme of 'Vatican City', has angered the Vishwa Hindu Parishad which alleged that it has been done to "hurt religious sentiments of Hindus" and encourage conversion
