Notably, stories of girls from religious minorities forcibly converted to Islam and married to Muslim men are continuously reported by Pakistani and international media.
Responding to a question that how Germany is engaging with India on the Russia-Ukraine issue, the Finance Minister said that Russia's invasion of Ukraine is not especially a matter of the host (India) country, it is a matter of the international community.
Leaders of various Christian organisations praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government for taking several steps for the welfare of minorities.
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent. The holy holiday is meant to open up Christians to spiritual reflection and to connect with God through communal fasting and prayer.
A month back, Pakistan raised objections against the Bill that was meant to protect the rights of minorities in Pakistan. Pakistan's Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony raised several objections to the Bill that was drafted by the Federal Ministry of Human Rights.
He is eyeing the enormous possibilities for Norwegian green business in India as Vestre visits over 40 businesses with an aim to increase its footprints in India.
Both the ministers discussed issues of bilateral interest including Green Ports and Shipping, training of seafarers, use of alternative fuels like green ammonia and hydrogen for futuristic shipping, and sustainable ship recycling.