secularism

Constitution of India no longer a 'second untouchable'? Adhir Ranjan makes serious allegations against the government

Congress MP Adhir Ranjan has made serious allegations against the Central Government and said that the words 'socialist and secular' are not included in the copy of the Constitution he received in the new Parliament.

Sep 20, 2023, 13:42 PM IST

DNA: Political 'Shiv Bhakti' of Mehbooba Mufti!

India is a secular nation, and in this secular country you must be hearing a word again and again. This word is secular...all the so called liberals of the country use this secularism fiercely to run their shops. Will Mehbooba get the 'power of votes' through devotion to Shiva?

Mar 16, 2023, 23:42 PM IST

Baat Pate Ki: PM Modi took decisions for the country and not for any religion

Special things were said for PM Modi in All India Minority Conclave. PM Modi was called the first secular PM of the country. President of Ahmadiyya Muslim Association, Tariq Ahmad welcomed PM Modi's decision on Triple Talaq. It was said in this conference that PM Modi took decisions for the country and not for any religion. Khalistan supporters created a lot of uproar in Amritsar. Along with this, Pawan Khera was arrested for making derogatory remarks on PM Modi. Although Pawan Khera got relief from the Supreme Court.

Feb 23, 2023, 21:40 PM IST

AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi Makes a Big Remark On Hindutva Issue

AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi has made a big remark on Hindutva issue. Owaisi said that there is competition for Hindutva among secular parties. Muslims are not important for them.

Oct 30, 2022, 12:06 PM IST

DNA: Why is secularism in danger in schools?

Now the number of such schools and colleges is increasing in Karnataka where girls from Muslim communities are asking permission to come to school wearing hijab. In protest against this, Hindu students have also demanded that they should be allowed to attend the class wearing saffron.

Feb 03, 2022, 23:14 PM IST

DNA: What were Dr. BR Ambedkar's views on secularism?

Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar died 65 years ago at the age of 65. Dr. Ambedkar not only gave us our constitution but also told us from time to time -- how India should be in the 21st century.

Dec 06, 2021, 23:52 PM IST

India is most secular country in world, says Vice President Venkaiah Naidu

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu said, "There is a trend in Western media to run down the Indian government on issues of secularism, free speech. They cannot digest the fact that India is on the rise. Some of them suffering from indigestion...India is the most secular country in the world."

Nov 27, 2021, 07:27 AM IST

Muslim cop, who was suspended for refusing to shave beard, gets no relief from Allahabad High Court

The constable had approached the court against his suspension, seeking that he be allowed to keep a beard, citing Article 25, which deals with freedom of religion.

Aug 23, 2021, 21:57 PM IST

DNA Exclusive: Yes to Bakrid, No to Kanwar Yatra, why the double standard?

Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary on Tuesday (July 20) questioned the double standard when it comes to secularism in India.

Jul 20, 2021, 23:57 PM IST

DNA: Different rules for Diwali and Eid in the name of secularism?

Crowds gathered in the markets of Kerala for the purchase of Bakrid for the last three days, for which the Kerala government itself has exempted from the lockdown. But no opposition leader has come out against this so far. Just as the Supreme Court took immediate suo motu cognizance of the Kanwar Yatra, similarly Eid should have taken immediate cognizance without wasting three days.

Jul 20, 2021, 22:14 PM IST

DNA: How many faces of bigotry from France to India?

Pictures of French President Emmanuel Macron were pasted and trampled on the streets of Mumbai amid protests against him in parts of India after he defended the right to publish cartoons of Prophet Mohammed.

Oct 30, 2020, 23:08 PM IST

DNA: What does 'anger' on France mean in India?

Pictures of French President Emmanuel Macron were pasted and trampled on the streets of Mumbai amid protests against him in parts of India after he defended the right to publish cartoons of Prophet Mohammed.

Oct 30, 2020, 23:06 PM IST

DNA test of 'bloody character' of fundamentalism

It looks like the rift between the Muslim world and France is widening, as leaders and the public in several Muslim countries respond to a speech on October 2 in which President Emmanuel Macron said Islam was “in crisis” globally. On Thursday, A knife-wielding attacker killed three people at a church in the French city of Nice at noon.

Oct 29, 2020, 23:26 PM IST

DNA: Analysis of Tanishq's advertisement that ‘divides’ country's thinking

An advertisement showing an inter-faith family by jewellery brand Tanishq has received massive backlash on Twitter, as a result of which it was taken down on Tuesday. In this segment of DNA we will analyse the reason behind Tanishq's advertisement that ‘divides’ country's thinking.

Oct 13, 2020, 22:28 PM IST

Shiv Sena ready to become 'secular' to seal Maharashtra deal with Congress, NCP

"India's Preamble has the word 'secular'. Shiv Sena follows the Constitution. All the farmers and the common people should be given help irrespective of their religion. Shivaji Maharaj made his kingdom by taking all communities together," Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut said at a press conference. 

Nov 21, 2019, 12:57 PM IST

Taal Thok Ke: Secularism Vs Cultural Revolution?

Taal Thok Ke: This is a special segment of Taal Thok Ke which brings to you panel discussion on concurrent issues. Is it going to be Secularism Vs Cultural Revolution?.

May 28, 2019, 15:12 PM IST

Taal Thok Ke: Secularism Vs Cultural Revolution?

Taal Thok Ke: This is a special segment of Taal Thok Ke which brings to you panel discussion on concurrent issues. Is it going to be Secularism Vs Cultural Revolution?.

May 27, 2019, 21:42 PM IST

Battle over Sabarimala is purely political, not about religion, gender equality or culture

The controversy over Sabarimala is about the agendas of some who are seeking a political right to enter the temple as if it were a public place, not a special place of worship for a particular community.

Jan 18, 2019, 16:12 PM IST

Hindu temples are targets of systematic oppression by government, courts

Hindu temples are often owned and run by the state, and governments have no problem using temple revenues for things that have nothing to do with temples or Hinduism.

Jan 17, 2019, 14:29 PM IST

Muslims should vote for Muslims: Asaduddin Owaisi attacks PM Modi, stirs controversy

Owaisi said that both the BJP and the Congress were hankering for the Hindu vote bank

Jun 25, 2018, 13:12 PM IST