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Delhi: Devotees throng Mata Jhandewalan Devi Temple on eighth day of Chaitra Navratri

New Delhi

On the eighth day of Chaitra Navratri, devotees thronged to Mata Jhandewalan Devi Temple early morning in Delhi to offer their prayers and seek blessings. Hindus observe four Navratris throughout...

26 Mar 2026

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Khalid Ahmed is busy sewing lion's cloth for Lord Hanuman

Rajiv Ranjan/Bhagalpur (Bihar)
In Bihar, Lord Ram is regarded as a 'Pahun' (son-in-law), as Bihar is his in-laws' place, considering that Janakpur, borthplace of Sita, Ram's wife, is connected with ther MIthila re...

26 Mar 2026

Tanuja Sande's inclusive narrative is a rage on social media

Bhakti Chalak

Using social media, Tanuja Mohsin Sande, a young Muslim woman from Pune, Maharashtra, is addressing a general perception that Muslims in Maharashtra do not speak...

26 Mar 2026

How to match tradition with modernity in Eid celebrations

Eman Sakina

Eid ul-Fitr arrives like a gentle reward after a month of discipline, reflection, and spiritual growth. It is not merely a day of festivity, but a meaningful occas...

21 Mar 2026

Tripura MLA Barman keeps 30-year practice of serving Iftar alive

Agartala

Maintaining the 30-year tradition of using Ramzan to foster brotherhood among various communities, legislator Sudip Roy Barman distributed Iftar among the fa...

18 Mar 2026

1 min read

Should science be used for moon sighting for Eid?

Amir Khan

Ramzan is the holy month of fasting, prayer, and reflection for Muslims, which begins and culminates with the sighting of the new moon, ‘hilal’. The moon...

18 Mar 2026

Shab-e-Qadr comes with tradition, devotion and cultural expression

Amir Suhail Wani

Shab‑e‑Qadr (the Night of Power or Night of Decree) occupies a uniquely exalted position in the spiritual life of Muslims. In India, with its long...

17 Mar 2026

Rajasthan: A village library makes youth dream, prepare for competitive exams

Farhan Israeli/Ajmer

In Untada, a small village between Ajmer Sharif and Kishangarh in Rajasthan, a modest community initiative is quietly transforming the educational l...

15 Mar 2026

Islam not in conflict with democracy: Syed Mahmood Akhtar

New Delhi:

There is no inherent conflict between Islam and democracy, and the community should not become disillusioned with democratic institutions, former diplomat Syed Mahm...

14 Mar 2026

Interfaith Iftar in Pune promotes communal harmony

Suleman Shaikh/Pune

“Even today, in rural areas, Hindus observe Roza while many Mus...

14 Mar 2026

Ramzan evenings in Kolkata’s Zakaria Street is an unforgettable experience

Hena Ahmed

A quiet anticipation spreads through the narrow lanes of Zakaria Street as the sun dips behind the bustling skyline of Kolkata. The aroma of charcoal smoke, simmering meat stews, and sweet syrupy desserts begins to drift t...

13 Mar 2026

How to make the most of the last ten nights of Ramzan

Eman Sakina

As the month of Ramadan moves toward its final days, a special spiritual atmosphere begins to settle among Muslims around the world. The last ten nights of Ramadan...

13 Mar 2026

Women cops and social workers join hands to host Iftar for women

Pune

While International Women's Day may have officially passed, its empowering impact continues to resonate across Pune. Moving beyond a mere one-day celebration, a highl...

13 Mar 2026

DySP Santosh Kumar's emotional reunion with Habib Mastar Sir

Amir Iqbal

This is the story of a family’s love and gratitude toward their guru. Thirty years ago, Habib Mastar, a teacher, had guided the family to send their son to sc...

12 Mar 2026