INDIA: RELIGIOUS FREEDOM & MINORITY RIGHTS
Concerns over the treatment of religious minorities in India, including Muslim, Christian and other communities, as raised by international bodies, foreign governments and human rights organizations
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BJP Has No "Sharam" Or "Dharam": Akhilesh Yadav On Ram Temple Theft Row
NDTVJun 29, 2026, 04:24 PM
In an exclusive NDTV interview, opposition leader Akhilesh Yadav attacked the ruling BJP over an alleged theft at the Ram Temple, saying the party has neither shame nor religious principle. He said the government itself had acknowledged that such an incident took place.
Ahmedabad Begins 149th Rath Yatra Celebrations At Jagannath Temple
NDTVJun 29, 2026, 02:54 PM
Ahmedabad has begun celebrations for the historic 149th Rath Yatra at the Jagannath Temple, with the official countdown starting on the auspicious day of Jeth Sud Purnima on June 29, 2026. The annual chariot procession draws large crowds of devotees.
ISKCON Kolkata Removes Vice President Radharaman Das Amid Midday Meal Row
NDTVJun 29, 2026, 02:47 PM
ISKCON Kolkata removed its vice president Radharaman Das amid a row over the dropping of eggs from West Bengal's midday meal scheme. The dispute has stirred debate over religious and dietary considerations in the state's school nutrition programme.
Indian journalists condemn 'denial' of voting and passport rights of prominent editor
BBC WORLDJun 29, 2026, 07:58 AM
Indian journalists have condemned what they call the denial of voting and passport rights to a prominent editor. Rajagopal alleges he has been unable to renew his passport after his name was removed from the electoral rolls.