Although forced by circumstances to tread the democratic path,
the JIH’s vision is still clouded by the spectre of Maududi
Although forced by circumstances to tread the democratic path,
the JIH’s vision is still clouded by the spectre of Maududi
The Karnataka State is hit by drought. And the State Government of the BJP has found a brilliant solution by initiating steps to bring down rains from heavens by recourse to propitiating the gods. The Department of Revenue has issued a circular to 34,000 temples under its control to conduct ’abhishekha’, ’varuna mantra’, ’jalabhishekha’ and several other rituals. The circular says the government is "convinced" that it is necessary to conduct these rituals in view of the severe drought, and "for the welfare of people and cattle".
Propaganda by religious elements, misconception about the vaccination drive and growing corruption make polio-free Pakistan a distant dream
Islamic groups in Pakistan were initially hostile to cable TV because of concerns about "obscene" foreign imports, but religion now dominates the airwaves. A new breed of Islamic TV evangelist has emerged, leading to a confrontation with liberals.
Recent weeks have witnessed horrific events in Myanmar. Mobs have targeted the Rohingya population, resulting in the brutal murder of scores of Rohingya and displacement of tens of thousands of children, women, and men. Appallingly, the Myanmar military leadership has labelled Rohingyas as an ethnic and religious minority not deserving of full protection as citizens. Neighbouring Bangladesh behaves most callously, forcing thousands to live in hiding or squalid refugee settlements along the border.
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