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Lucknow: Nearly six years after the Supreme Court's historic verdict paved the way for a Ram Temple in Ayodhya and allotted 5 acres of land in Dhannipur for a mosque, the mosque project appears to be in limbo. The Indo-Islamic Cultural Foundation (IICF), set up to oversee the mosque and allied projects, had announced grand plans in 2020, a modern mosque, a 200-bed hospital, a museum, and a community kitchen. But hurdles over approvals have kept construction from taking off. An RTI filed by local resident Om Prakash Singh revealed that the initial mosque map was rejected by the Ayodhya Development Authority (ADA) after the Fire Department flagged road-width violations. The approach road to the site is only 4-6 meters wide, against the required 12 meters. Without resolving this, no NOC could be issued. Trust chairman Zafar Ahmed Farooqui confirmed that a revised map was launched in 2024 and would soon be resubmitted to the ADA. He also clarified that the mosque has been named Mohammad bin Abdullah and that donations are open to people of all faiths.
Srinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday condemned the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam as a deliberate attempt by Pakistan to undermine "insaniyat (humanity) and Kashmiriyat (Kashmiri ethos)," targeting not only peace but also the livelihoods of Kashmiris dependent on tourism. Addressing a massive public rally in Katra after inaugurating the first direct train service to the Kashmir Valley, Modi called the assault "a sinister effort to incite communal violence in India and cripple the tourism sector that sustains thousands of hardworking Kashmiris." Highlighting the symbolic signi ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 7 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended Eid al-Adha greetings to Muslims across India and the world on Saturday, calling the festival a time for peace and strengthening brotherhood. Speaking to media persons, CM Abdullah said, 'I hope this Eid brings better days ahead for the Muslims of India and the world. I hope it brings peace and strengthens brotherhood. While we are celebrating Eid, unfortunately, once again, permission was denied to offer namaz in Srinagar's iconic Jama Masjid. I dont know the basis of these decisions, ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 7 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended Eid al-Adha greetings to Muslims across India and the world on Saturday, calling the festival a time for peace and strengthening brotherhood. Speaking to media persons, CM Abdullah said, 'I hope this Eid brings better days ahead for the Muslims of India and the world. I hope it brings peace and strengthens brotherhood. While we are celebrating Eid, unfortunately, once again, permission was denied to offer namaz in Srinagar's iconic Jama Masjid. I dont know the basis of these decisions, ...Read More >
New Delhi: Industry leaders welcomed the recently announced GST reforms, which reduce the number of tax slabs, stating that it will make tax compliance easier while also directly benefiting consumers through lower prices. Jharkhand Chamber of Commerce Joint Secretary Navjot Alang Rubal said that the reduction of the number of slabs from four to two under the new GST structure is a highly positive step. According to Rubal, this reform will greatly benefit the middle and lower-income groups as the tax reductions on essential items of daily use will bring a noticeable drop in prices. He furthe ...Read More >
MUMBAI: RBI on Friday issued revised norms for loans backed by gold and silver, aimed at widening credit access for small borrowers and standardising regulations across banks and NBFCs. The new rules will come into force from April 1, 2026.Under the revised framework, loan-to-value (LTV) ratio for smaller consumption loans has been increased. Borrowers can now avail loans up to Rs 2.5 lakh with an LTV of 85%, up from 75%. For loans above Rs 2.5 lakh and up to Rs 5 lakh, the LTV is capped at 80%, while loans exceeding Rs 5 lakh will continue to have a 75% ceiling. For bullet repayment loans, le ...Read More >
Lucknow: BSP national president Mayawati on Sunday said that the dispute and violence happening over language all over the country, especially in Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, is "dangerous"."Mumbai is the economic capital of the country, with which people from all states have a direct contact. The govt must guarantee the safety of people's lives, property, and religion. The central govt should also take interest in this," she saidShe added that such disputes take place when narrow politics of religion, region, caste and language tries to dominate patriotism and love for the country. "Every Indi ...Read More >
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today joined thousands of devotees in offering Friday prayers at the revered Hazratbal Shrine on the occasion of the Friday following Milad-un-Nabi (SAW). On this blessed occasion, the Chief Minister also had the honour of witnessing the sacred glimpse ('deedar') of the Holy Relic of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) after the congregational prayers. He prayed for peace, prosperity, and happiness for the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Former Chief Minister Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, also accompanied him on the occasion, ...Read More >