Many Pakistan 'persecuted' minorities have not heard of India's CAA
Friday, 15 March 2024 CAA, a hot-button topic in India, is meant to grant citizenship to minority Hindus, Parsis, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains and Christians who fled persecution in Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh before Dec 31, 2014. Over the last two decades, dozens of Pakistani Hindu refugees have trooped to India in the face of socio-political and religious tensions that left them feeling vulnerable in the Muslim-majority country.
MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal defended India's Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), stating it aligns with India's inclusive ethos and upholds human rights. He dismissed criticism from the US State Department, calling it misplaced and uninformed, emphasizing CAA's aim to grant citizenship, not revoke...
US State Department warns businesses of potential sanctions risks regarding deals with Iran following Iran's engagement with Pakistan. Recent US sanctions target entities aiding Pakistan's ballistic missile program, including Chinese companies. The Pentagon reaffirms positive relations with Pakistan, emphasizing its importance as a regional security partner.
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India indirectly criticizes China for using 'holds' as disguised vetoes in UNSC sanctions committees, hindering the listing of Pakistan-based global terrorists... IndiaTimes
During his visit to Pakistan, Iranian President Raisi issued a stern warning to Israel, cautioning against any attack on Iranian territory, hinting at potentially dire consequences for the "Zionist regime." He highlighted Iran's retaliatory strike on Israel in April and emphasized solidarity with Palestine. Raisi's visit also aimed to strengthen economic ties between Iran and Pakistan, with agreements signed to foster cooperation.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticized the previous Congress-led UPA government for choosing not to retaliate after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks,.. IndiaTimes
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif embarked on a discreet five-day visit to China with his grandson and personal staff. The purpose of the trip, kept under wraps by his party, PML-N, sparks speculation, including potential medical check-ups and undisclosed meetings with Chinese companies for Punjab development projects.
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Self-proclaimed Sikh preacher and "Waris Punjab De" leader Amritpal Singh, detained under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and National Security Act in.. IndiaTimes
Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora, a three-time member of the Provincial Assembly in Pakistan, has made headlines by becoming the first member of the Sikh community to take oath as a minister in the Punjab province. This significant event unfolded on Wednesday, as the newly elected Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) government, led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, announced its cabinet.
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Pro-Khalistan groups staged protests outside Indian consulates in Toronto and Vancouver, demanding justice for Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing. Despite their attempts, police prevented any disruption to consulate operations. Meanwhile, India's High Commissioner's event in Surrey faced tight security, with minimal protester presence. The incident underscores ongoing tensions within the Sikh community, necessitating diplomatic dialogue and peaceful resolution efforts.
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How Religions , Around the World , View Solar Eclipses.
With the upcoming April 8 total solar eclipse quickly
approaching, Fox News offered readers an
overview of how religions traditionally view eclipses.
Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism suggests that the karmic results
of positive and negative actions are magnified during
major astronomical events, including solar eclipses.
Christianity, Christian tradition connects eclipses with
a number of significant events, including
the death of Jesus and the "end times.".
Hinduism, In Hinduism, eclipses both solar and lunar
are generally regarded as bad omens.
Islam, Muslims see a solar eclipse as a time
for prayer and contemplating God.
The sun and the moon are two
signs amongst the signs of Allah
and they do not eclipse because
of the death of someone...
Whenever you see these
eclipses pray and invoke (Allah), Kaiser Aslam, Muslim chaplain at the Center for
Islamic Life at Rutgers University, via Fox News.
Judaism, Similarly to Hinduism, Judaism views
eclipses as "an ill omen for the world.".
Eclipses should be opportunities to
increase in prayer and introspection
— as opposed to prompting joyous
blessings. It is a sign that we really
could and should be doing better, Rabbi Menachem Posner, via Fox News.
Fox News reports that Rabbi Mordechai Becher cited Judaism's longstanding connections with astronomy
and the heavenly message eclipses deliver.
He created a system that would remind
us regularly that our choices can create
darkness, even at times when there
should be light. Our free will choices
can create a barrier between us and
the Divine light, but can also allow
Divine light to be seen here, Rabbi Mordechai Becher, via Fox News
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US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden conveyed their greetings to the Jain community on Mahavir Jayanti. In a post on X, Biden stated, "Jill and I.. IndiaTimes
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said the crucial US aid package for Ukraine sends "sends a powerful signal" that his country "will not be the second Afghanistan". Sky News
Severe flooding in Afghanistan, triggered by seasonal rains, has claimed 33 lives and injured 27 in three days, according to a Taliban spokesperson. Flash floods hit Kabul and multiple provinces, damaging over 600 homes, killing about 200 livestock, and impacting 800 hectares of farmland and 85 kilometers of roads.
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United States President Joe Biden says he is “considering” a request from Australia to drop the prosecution of Julian Assange. The WikiLeaks founder has been indicted on 17 espionage charges and one charge of computer misuse over his website’s publication of classified U.S. documents relating to the Afghanistan and Iraq wars almost 15 years ago. The Australian national was taken to Belmarsh prison in London five years ago, after being dragged out of the Ecuadorian embassy, where he stayed while fighting against being taken to the US. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Opposition figures in Bangladesh sought to stoke anti-India sentiments, particularly as Sheikh Hasina secured her fourth consecutive term in office, bolstering her close ties with India. After months of silence, Prime Minister Hasina has launched a full-scale offensive against the opposition's "Boycott India" campaign. Known for her fondness for traditional attire like the sari, Hasina utilised this cultural symbol to confront her political adversaries.
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Delhi Is the ‘Most Polluted’ , Capital City in the World.
The capital of India was found to be the
world's most polluted capital city in 2023,
according to air-quality monitoring group IQAir.
India was also ranked as the
third-most polluted country after
Bangladesh and Pakistan, BBC reports.
In 2022, India was the
eighth most polluted country. .
According to the report, the average level
of fine particulate matter PM2.5 in India's
air was 54.4 micrograms per cubic meter. .
Delhi's air quality had a PM2.5 reading
of 92.7 micrograms per cubic meter.
Air that is considered safe to breathe
typically has 12 to 15 micrograms per
cubic meter of PM2.5, BBC reports. .
Levels higher than 35 micrograms per
cubic meter are thought to be unhealthy. .
Only seven countries were within
the World Health Organization's yearly
PM2.5 guideline, an "average of 5 micrograms per cubic meter or less," BBC reports. .
Those countries are Australia, Estonia, Finland, Grenada, Iceland, Mauritius and New Zealand.
Those countries are Australia, Estonia, Finland, Grenada, Iceland, Mauritius and New Zealand.
In 2023 air pollution remained a global health
catastrophe, IQAir’s global data set provides
an important reminder of the resulting
injustices and the need to implement the
many solutions that exist to this problem. , Aidan Farrow, senior air quality scientist at
Greenpeace International, via 'The Guardian'
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The United States voiced concern over India's Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), aiming to expedite citizenship for persecuted migrants. US State Department closely monitors the implementation, emphasizing democratic principles of religious freedom and equal treatment. CAA rules, notified four years post-passage, facilitate citizenship for non-Muslim migrants from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan.
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Discover how the Citizenship (Amendment) Act has simplified the path to Indian citizenship for minority communities from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. Learn about the latest rules and their impact on citizenship applications in this informative video.
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Muhammed Arif 'Naseem' Khan resigns from Congress campaign committee during Lok Sabha elections due to MVA bloc's decision not to field any minority candidate,.. IndiaTimes
Congress on Friday said PM Modi and BJP chief JP Nadda were resorting to polarisation as they were fearful of losing Lok Sabha elections. Congress general.. IndiaTimes
"April 2009: In the run up to Lok Sabha election, Dr Manmohan Singh, reiterated his statement that minorities, especially poor Muslims, should get priority when.. IndiaTimes
The US cautiously responds to allegations of India's involvement in killings in Pakistan, refraining from direct intervention but urging dialogue to prevent escalation. The Guardian's report cited..
Saudi Arabia seemingly aligns with India on the Jammu and Kashmir issue, per a joint statement with Pakistan, urging bilateral resolution. Despite Pakistan's hopes for strong support, Saudi Arabia's..