Religion

Supreme Court not to hear Govt's view on misuse of religion for electoral gains

The decision is likely to have a serious implication ahead of Assembly elections in UP where Hindutva is set to play an influential role.

Oct 19, 2016

Sukkot 2016: How Jews celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles; check out the photos

Check out the photos of Sukkot, one of the important and holiest Jewish observances of the year.

Oct 19, 2016

Scientology: What you need to know about the religion that promises spiritual certainty

On 10 October Louis Therouxs debut film My Scientology had its general release in the UK. The documentary maker has had a long running fascination with the subject, and the film takes an in-depth and controversial look at the religion. Scientology is a relatively new religion founded by Ron Hubbard in 1954. The film is controversial as often the subject is avoided for fear of retribution by Scientologys followers. Scientology claims to offers a precise path leading to a complete and certain understanding of one’s true spiritual nature and one’s relationship to self, family, groups, mankind, all life forms, the material universe and the spiritual universe.

Oct 18, 2016

SC to re-examine if Hinduism is a way of life or just a religion; and if it is fair to be used to seek votes

The latest hearing is set to have profound political implications ahead of assembly elections in five states.

Oct 18, 2016

Iraq: As Army plans to storm Mosul and gives warning with leaflets, Isis executes 58 people for revolting

Meanwhile, the terrorist group has lost control of the symbolically important city of Dabiq in Syria.

Oct 16, 2016

Varanasi stampede: At least 19 killed, several injured during Baba Jai Gurudev sabha

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has announced ex gratia compensation of Rs 2 lakhs each for the kin of those who were killed.

Oct 15, 2016

Sharad Purnima or Kojagari Purnima: Significance of the festival and muhurat timings

Sharad Purnima, also called Kojagari Purnima or Kumar Purnima (full moon), is being celebrated on October 15 in India.

Oct 15, 2016

Evening wrap: PM Modi praises Indian Army; more 'mushkil' for Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Dawood threatens Afridi and more

Read about Venkaiaha Naidu urging AIMPLB to debate triple talaq, and Pakistan confirming it has Indian soldier in custody.

Oct 14, 2016

Is this what your kids should learn in class 2? Aashiq Abu, Jude Anthany, others react to objectionable content in Kerala textbook

The activity session asks the students to choose the advices they are supposed to give to their friend who has decided to become a Muslim.

Oct 12, 2016

Gunmen targeted Shiite pilgrims gathered to celebrate Ashura, one of the most important festivals on the Shiite calendar.

14 killed in militant attack on Shiite shrine in Kabul

Gunmen targeted the Shiite pilgrims gathered to celebrate Ashura, one of the most important festivals on the Shiite calendar.

Oct 12, 2016

Terrorists should be rooted out, and those helping them should not be spared: PM Modi at Aishbagh Ram Leela

The Prime Minister was speaking at Aishbagh Ram Leela In Lucknow, where the theme for the Ravan dahan this year was terrorism.

Oct 11, 2016

Evening wrap: RSS chief talks on gau rakshaks, India sweep Test series against New Zealand, Mithun Chakraborty's health and more

Read about what the DMK has to say about Jayalalithaa's hospital stay, and a travel magazine clarifying on Priyanka Chopra's controversial T-shirt.

Oct 11, 2016

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Religion

Supreme Court not to hear Govt's view on misuse of religion for electoral gains

Sukkot 2016: How Jews celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles; check out the photos

Scientology: What you need to know about the religion that promises spiritual certainty

SC to re-examine if Hinduism is a way of life or just a religion; and if it is fair to be used to seek votes

Iraq: As Army plans to storm Mosul and gives warning with leaflets, Isis executes 58 people for revolting

Varanasi stampede: At least 19 killed, several injured during Baba Jai Gurudev sabha

Sharad Purnima or Kojagari Purnima: Significance of the festival and muhurat timings

Evening wrap: PM Modi praises Indian Army; more 'mushkil' for Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Dawood threatens Afridi and more

Is this what your kids should learn in class 2? Aashiq Abu, Jude Anthany, others react to objectionable content in Kerala textbook

14 killed in militant attack on Shiite shrine in Kabul

Terrorists should be rooted out, and those helping them should not be spared: PM Modi at Aishbagh Ram Leela

Evening wrap: RSS chief talks on gau rakshaks, India sweep Test series against New Zealand, Mithun Chakraborty's health and more

Isis U-turn: Terror group reduces prayer frequency in Nineveh, issues fatwa

Dussehra 2016: In photos how India celebrates the victory of good over evil

Telangana: Police book Jain couple over teenage daughter's death after 68-day fast

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]