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"Disturbing situation": Shashi Tharoor slams Pakistan's treatment of minor
Updated : 12 months ago IST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has voiced his support for External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar's remarks on the treatment of minorities in Pakistan, emphasising that the situation there is "extremely disturbing."
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USCIRF report 2025 highlights China as major religious freedom violator
Updated : 12 months ago IST
The situation of Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang remains a significant concern. The USCIRF report outlines widespread violations of human rights, including mass detentions, forced labour, and monitoring of religious activities.
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Treatment of minorities in Pakistan followed closely and taken up on inter
Updated : 12 months ago IST
Jaishankar has said that India follows and tracks "very closely" the treatment of minorities in Pakistan and takes it up on an international level also.
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Ambassadors of Muslim-majority nations hail India's strong ties with Islam
Updated : 12 months ago IST
The ambassadors highlighted India's consistent stance in promoting peace and stability in global conflicts involving Muslim nations.
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Bangladeshi man separated from family, appeals for global attention on pro
Updated : 12 months ago IST
"I have not been home since August 5, 2024. My family was with me in India for some time, but I had to send them back. Now, I live in constant fear, avoiding public places because anything could happen at any time," Majumdar said on Thursday.
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Ambassadors from 19 Muslim Nations Attend 'Sadbhavana Iftar' to celebrate
Updated : 12 months ago IST
The Indian Minorities Federation (IMF) hosted a 'Sadbhavana Iftar' at the residence of Rajya Sabha MP and IMF Convener Satnam Singh Sandhu in New Delhi, bringing together ambassadors from 19 Muslim-majority nations to celebrate the spirit of Ramadan. The gathering reinforced India's long-
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"India reflects diversity": Diplomats join 'Sadbhavna Iftar' in Delhi
Updated : 12 months ago IST
The Indian Minorities Foundation hosted the 'Sadbhavna Iftar' in Delhi, bringing together diplomats from various nations to celebrate the values of unity, inclusivity, and cultural exchange. The event saw participation from representatives of multiple countries, who lauded India's commitm
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US bill seeks fast asylum process for Uyghurs facing persecution in China
Updated : 12 months ago IST
A bipartisan group of twelve US House representatives has introduced a bill aimed at making it easier for Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities fleeing persecution in China to seek asylum in the United States, as reported by Radio Free Asia (RFA).
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"Trying to mislead minorities and Muslims": Jagdambika Pal criticizes AIMP
Updated : 1 year ago IST
BJP MP Jagadambika Pal accused the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) of misleading minorities and Muslims over the Waqf Amendment Bill, ahead of its introduction. AIMPLB announced a nationwide agitation against the bill, claiming it harms Muslim interests.
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Religious minority victimisation soars in Pakistan in 2025: HRFP Report
Updated : 1 year ago IST
The organisation condemned the escalating abuses, noting that relief and justice remain elusive due to resource constraints and the emboldened mindset of perpetrators, often backed by influential religious and political figures.
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"Muslims need safety, education, and jobs, not just kits": Congress MP Imr
Updated : 1 year ago IST
In response to the BJP Minority Morcha distributing 'Saugat-e-Modi' kits to underprivileged Muslims, Congress MP Imran Masood on Tuesday welcomed the move if it aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's views.
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Tamil Nadu Dy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin attends Iftar party in Chennai
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin attended the Iftar party organised by the DMK minorities rights wing on Tuesday.
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