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Communal Harmony news

Supreme Court cautions against bypassing judicial hierarchy in sensitive cases

A bench of justices Ahsanuddin Amanullah and Sheel Nagu made the observations when a lawyer sought urgent listing of a public interest petition
Updated on Jul 07, 2026 11:18 am IST

Uttarakhand CM asks pilgrims to avoid rumours, says yatras running smoothly

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
Published on Jun 23, 2026 07:14 pm IST

550 police personnel deployed in Mumbai to ensure peaceful Bakrid celebrations

Police personnel conduct a flag march for security arrangements on the eve of Bakra Eid (Eid al-Adha) festival, in Mumbai.
Updated on May 28, 2026 01:47 pm IST

Security tightened in Gurugram, Nuh for Eid al-Adha

Security tightened in Gurugram, Nuh for Eid al-Adha
Published on May 28, 2026 12:46 am IST

Chhattisgarh Waqf Board urges Muslims to avoid sacrifice in open, public places

The statement referred to videos or photographs of sacrifices being circulated on social media and said such acts often hurt the sentiments of other communities
Published on May 27, 2026 06:21 pm IST

TN leaders extend Bakrid greetings; emphasise sacrifice, harmony, coexistence

TN leaders extend Bakrid greetings; emphasise sacrifice, harmony, coexistence
Published on May 27, 2026 04:27 pm IST

Pune police issue prohibitory orders ahead of Bakri Eid

Issued by Deputy Commissioner of Police (Special Branch) Prashant Amrutkar, the order will remain in force from May 26 to June 8. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
Published on May 26, 2026 04:42 am IST

‘Avoid cow sacrifice on Bakrid’: Former Babri Masjid litigant Iqbal Ansari

Iqbal Ansari pointed out that cow slaughter aligns with neither Islamic scriptures nor the Indian Constitution.
Published on May 23, 2026 12:50 pm IST

Nagaland Police appeal to people to maintain peace, social harmony

Nagaland Police appeal to people to maintain peace, social harmony
Published on May 23, 2026 09:22 am IST

Delhi Police steps up security arrangements across capital ahead of Bakrid

Delhi Police steps up security arrangements across capital ahead of Bakrid
Published on May 22, 2026 02:47 pm IST

Two Allahabad HC benches grant bail to 8 accused in iftar on Ganga case

The 14 accused were arrested on March 17 by Varanasi Police on a complaint lodged by Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha district president Rajat Jaiswal. (FOR REPRESENTATION)
Published on May 18, 2026 03:38 am IST

South Tripura district bans animal slaughter, meat sale on Buddha Purnima

The order by district magistrate Muhammad Sajad P cited the festival’s religious significance and the need to uphold non-violence
Published on May 01, 2026 06:10 pm IST

In Solapur 938 loudspeakers taken down from religious sites

A month-long drive was launched after the Hindu festival of Ram Navami during which noise levels from loudspeakers across religious places were monitored, and the concerned authorities were then instructed to remove the unauthorised loudspeakers from their premises. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)
Published on Apr 25, 2026 05:56 am IST

Punjab House clears anti-sacrilege bill, proposes life term as max punishment

Chief minister Bhagwant Mann addresses the Punjab Vidhan Sabha special session in Chandigarh on Monday. (Ravi Kumar/HT)
Updated on Apr 14, 2026 08:53 am IST

In Amritsar, Sisodia, Arora flag ‘misuse of institutions’ for politics

AAP leader Manish Sisodia addressing the gathering at a Hindu New Year function in Amritsar on Sunday. (HT)
Published on Apr 13, 2026 05:54 am IST

Delhi Police on high alert for Hanuman Jayanti processions in Uttam Nagar

Security heightened during the Eid al-Fitr festival in Uttam Nagar, Delhi
Published on Apr 02, 2026 10:42 am IST

Vigil stepped up, Aman committee meeting held in Delhi's Jahangirpuri ahead of Hanuman Jayanti

Vigil stepped up, Aman committee meeting held in Delhi's Jahangirpuri ahead of Hanuman Jayanti
Published on Mar 31, 2026 05:01 pm IST

Sankatmochan music festival to showcase unity with over 150 artists

Vishwambhar Nath Mishra, the Mahant of the Sankat Mochan Temple (Rajesh Kumar)
Published on Mar 31, 2026 03:00 am IST

Ludhiana: Three minors detained for sacrilege in Khanna, kin held

Harpinder Kaur Gill said the police are investigating how the Gutka Sahib came into the possession of the children (HT Photo)
Published on Mar 24, 2026 03:04 am IST

Biryani on Ganga: Varanasi court rejects bail plea of 14 accused

The Ganga in Varanasi (for representation only) (HT File Photo)
Updated on Mar 23, 2026 09:08 pm IST

UP: Tension over Eid namaz venue in Mainpuri eases after intervention

UP: Tension over Eid namaz venue in Mainpuri eases after intervention
Published on Mar 23, 2026 04:06 pm IST

Uttam Nagar: Police presence to continue till Navratri

Authorities closely watch sensitive pockets amid simmering tensions in the area (Sanchit Khanna/ HT)
Published on Mar 23, 2026 03:58 am IST

Tight security, massive turnout: Solemnity marks Eid gatherings

Muslims offer prayers on the occasion of Eid ul-Fitr, at the Taj Mahal in Agra, on Saturday. (PTI)
Published on Mar 21, 2026 08:02 pm IST

Jaipur’s Hindu-Muslim flower shower on Muslims on Eid goes viral | Watch

Positive social media reactions followed after visuals of Hindus honouring Muslims during Eid in Jaipur went viral.
Published on Mar 21, 2026 04:47 pm IST

Muslims offer Eid prayers in West Delhi's Uttam Nagar amid heavy police presence

Despite restrictions and a subdued atmosphere, Muslim community members emphasized communal harmony and safety in view of Eid in Delhi's Uttam Nagar.
Published on Mar 21, 2026 12:53 pm IST

Phool Walon Ki Sair: Delhi’s oldest tradition to return with qawwalis and cultural confluence

The Phool Waalon Ki Sair is being celebrated from March 15 to March 21 this year. (Photo: Instagram)
Published on Mar 19, 2026 04:28 pm IST

Ahead of festivals, Adityanath warns against disturbing communal harmony in UP

Ahead of festivals, Adityanath warns against disturbing communal harmony in UP
Published on Mar 19, 2026 12:08 am IST

Iftar diplomacy: Breaking fast to building bridges in J&K

Dozens of iftar parties have been organised across the Valley this year, hosted by ministers, top officials, and army formations. Central to these events is the hospitality; a 10-to-12-course Kashmiri Wazwan has now become a standard feature of these high-profile iftars, blending traditional culinary heritage with modern diplomacy. (HT File)
Updated on Mar 17, 2026 07:25 pm IST

Phool Walon Ki Sair begins in Delhi, CM calls it ‘more than just a festival’

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Anjuman Sair-e-Gul Faroshan representatives during the centuries-old 'Phool Walon Ki Sair' festival.
Updated on Mar 17, 2026 08:59 am IST

Sambhal SP seeks explanation from CO over Iran remark amid political uproar

Kuldeep Kumar, Sambhal circle officer (CO) and deputy superintendent of police (DSP)
Published on Mar 15, 2026 03:00 pm IST