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SC dismisses Wasim Rizvi's plea seeking removal of 26 Quran verses
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], April 12 (ANI): Supreme Court on Monday dismissed the petition filed by former Chairman, Uttar Pradesh Shia Waqf Board, Syed Wasim Rizvi, seeking directions to remove 26 verses of 'Holy Quran' for violating the laws of the land and allegedly promoting extremism and terrori
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Kumbh: Akharas, sadhus take part in second 'shahi snan' at Har Ki Pauri
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], April 12 (ANI): With the chants of 'Har Har Mahadev' and 'Ganga maiya ki jai', sadhus of various akharas on Monday took a holy dip in River Ganga at Har Ki Pauri in Uttarakhand's Haridwar on the occasion of the second 'shahi snan' during Kumbh.
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Kumbh 2021: 'Difficult to ensure social distancing during second shahi sna
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], April 12 (ANI): Kumbh Mela Inspector General (IG) Sanjay Gunjyal admitted that it is difficult to ensure social distancing norms during the second 'Shahi snan' where massive crowds have gathered to take a holy dip in River Ganga at Har Ki Pauri in Uttarakha
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Nepal King reaches Haridwar to participate in Kumbh festival
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], April 11 (ANI): Nepal's last King Gyanendra Veer Vikram Singh on Sunday arrived in Uttarakhand's Haridwar to participate in the ongoing Kumbh festivities in the holy city.
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Fewer number of devotees recorded at Haridwar this Kumbh, says DGP
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], April 10 (ANI): With surging Covid-19 cases in Uttarakhand, Har Ki Pauri ghat in Haridwar is witnessing lesser devotees arriving for the holy dip during the ongoing Kumbh festival.
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Ramadan 2021: Sehri tips to keep you hydrated all day
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], April 10 (ANI): The holy month of Ramadan is approaching and with it, a new wave of festive cheer will be observed. It is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is celebrated by people belonging to the Muslim community all around the world.
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5 hacks to stay fit while fasting during the month of Ramadan
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): The holy month of Ramadan will soon be commencing with a spiritual zeal spread across the whole nation. Though it's the time of giving and staying humble in prayer, sometimes fasting during the holy month can take a toll on one's body.
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No plan to end Kumbh Mela despite rise in COVID-19 cases
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], April 6 (ANI): Despite the spike in COVID-19 cases, the Union Health Ministry does not plan to end the holy congregation, Kumbh Mela in Haridwar, prematurely and is hoping that standard operating procedures (SOPs) are being followed there.
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Easter 2021: How celebrations are taking virtual turn amid pandemic
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], April 3 (ANI): The holy day of Easter is celebrated with joy and pride by Christians all over the world and is considered one of the most auspicious days for the community. It marks Jesus Christ's resurrection. As mentioned in the Bible, Christ was crucified on the day of
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Restrictions on number of people visiting Sacred Heart Cathedral in Delhi
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], April 3 (ANI): With another Holy Week under the shadow of the Covid-19 pandemic, Christians in the national capital marked Good Friday services with tight restrictions on gatherings.
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Good Friday reminds us about struggles and sacrifices of Jesus Christ: PM
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): On the occasion of Good Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Jesus Christ was a "perfect embodiment of compassion" and was devoted to serving the needy and healing the sick.
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Kumbh 2021: Devotees take holy dip at Har Ki Pauri ghat
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], April 1 (ANI): Devotees took a holy dip at the Har Ki Pauri ghat in Haridwar on the first day of Kumbh Mela on Thursday.
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