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Action likely against mosque, portion of temple encroaching on PWD land in Sambhal

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Published on Apr 23, 2025 09:29 PM IST

PTI |

Protest after Friday prayers against Waqf Act in Kanpur; four held

Protesters gathered outside a mosque against the Waqf Act after Friday prayers, leading to four arrests, including minors, as police enforced security measures.

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Published on Apr 12, 2025 08:30 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Kanpur

Beed Police invokes UAPA against two in mosque blast case

Under UAPA, “unlawful activity” includes any act intended to threaten the unity, integrity, or security of India

During the investigation, the police traced the procurement of gelatin sticks used in the explosion and are now pursuing leads that could result in more arrests. (HT PHOTO)

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Published on Apr 06, 2025 06:48 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Gelatin sticks trigger blast at mosque in Maharashtra's Beed; 2 held

Officials said that a man entered the mosque from its back side and allegedly kept some gelatin sticks there, which triggered a blast.

Two persons have been apprehended in this connection, the police said.(Pixabay/Representative Image)

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Published on Mar 30, 2025 01:43 PM IST

PTI |

Pakistan: 5 killed, many injured in suicide blast at Taliban religious school

A bomb exploded at a pro-Taliban seminary mosque in northwestern Pakistan, killing five and injuring many ahead of Ramzan.

The blast occurred in Akkora Khattak, a district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Abdul Rashid, a district police chief said.(@ghazanfarabbass/X)

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Updated on Feb 28, 2025 04:36 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Malaysia man flogged in mosque over a crime of gender mixing

The 42-year-old construction worker was given six lashes in Malaysia's conservative state of Terengganu after being convicted by a Sharia court.

It was the first instance of a Sharia court-ordered whipping taking place outside of a court setting in Malaysia. (Pic used for representation)(AFP )

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Published on Dec 27, 2024 10:57 PM IST

AFP |

Sanjauli mosque committee granted 3 months to demolish unauthorized floors

Sanjauli mosque committee granted three months to demolish unauthorized floors by Municipal Commissioner

A Shimla MC court ordered the demolition of the top three unauthorised floors of the mosque in Sanjauli , Shimla (PTI)

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Published on Dec 21, 2024 09:54 PM IST

PTI |

‘Jai Shri Ram’ slogan in mosque a crime? SC to decide

The bench wondered if a mere shouting of religious slogan could invoke charges of outraging the religious sentiments of some other community.

Even as the bench refrained from issuing notice without hearing the state, it wondered if a mere shouting of religious slogan could invoke charges of outraging the religious sentiments of some other community. (ANI PHOTO)

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Updated on Dec 17, 2024 06:05 AM IST

ByUtkarsh Anand

Sambhal: Idols of Hindu deities found near newly uncovered temple, say cops

Holding three broken idols in hand, Sambhal Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Shrish Chandra said these were found during the digging of well.

Three broken idols were found near the newly discovered ancient temple in Sambhal, said cops on Monday(ANI)

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Updated on Dec 16, 2024 01:33 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Sambhal mosque imam fined ₹2 lakh for alleged loudspeaker noise violation

The incident took place in the Anar Wali Masjid in the Kot Garvi area, according to administration officials.

Representative picture: An imam of a mosque in Sambhal was fined <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2 lakh for allegedly using a loudspeaker at high volume

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Published on Dec 14, 2024 12:04 AM IST

PTI |

B R Ambedkar's kin calls notice to Ajmer Dargah, an ‘insult’ to the Constitution

The great-grandnephew of BR Ambedkar called lower courts accepting pleas in "violation" of the Places of Worship Act an insult to the Constitution

The Ajmer Dargah has been issued a notice by a lower court in relation to a petition about the dargah being allegedly built over a Shiva temple(HT_PRINT)

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Published on Dec 12, 2024 12:34 AM IST

PTI |

Normalcy returning to UP College; 5 held for spreading rumours

A local official said the college management had reached out to the administration, seeking verification of the identity of the entrants into the campus and that police have since been vigilant to prevent disruptions.

On December 6, a group of “external students” reached the college gate and demanded that they should allowed entry. They were, however, prevented from entering the college. (HT File)

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Updated on Dec 08, 2024 06:36 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Varanasi

Varanasi college bans ‘outsiders’ after Hanuman Chalisa-namaz row

The move follows Tuesday's unrest after students recited Hanuman Chalisa when namaz was being offered near the mosque

Police at the college trying to pacify students(PTI)

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Published on Dec 06, 2024 08:11 AM IST

PTI |

Sambhal violence: 400 identified, will put up posters of those involved, says DM

More than 400 people have been identified, while 32 have been arrested in connection with Sambhal violence, DM Rajender Pensiya said.

State police personnel deployed outside the Shahi Jama Masjid following religious violence in Sambhal on November 25, 2024. (AFP)

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Updated on Dec 05, 2024 12:46 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Varanasi: 7 detained for chanting Hanuman Chalisa during namaz on college campus

Student leader of Uday Pratap College claimed Hanuman Chalisa was recited on Tuesday to protest against "outsiders" gathering at the mosque to offer prayers.

Police said the students were adamant about reciting Hanuman Chalisa near the mosque. (File)

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Published on Dec 04, 2024 02:16 PM IST

PTI |

‘Remove’ 50-year-old mosque, says Uttarakhand mahapanchayat

The mahapanchayat comes amid increasing communal tensions and rising anti-minority incidents in Uttarakhand.

Security personnel deployed in view of the 'Mahapanchayat' called by Hindu organisations demanding the removal of a mosque in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, on December 1. (PTI Photo)

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Published on Dec 02, 2024 10:08 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Dehradun

Sambhal mosque row: 3-member panel begins probe today; ASI files response

Sambhal violence: 3-member panel to visit the site for evidence collection; police confirmed all arrangements are in place to assist the investigation.

The committee, headed by former Allahabad High Court judge Devendra Kumar Arora, has been tasked with determining whether the violence was premeditated. (ANI)

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Updated on Dec 01, 2024 12:25 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Sambhal mosque dispute: SC hearing today; panel formed to probe stone-pelting

Sambhal masjid dispute: UP governor Anandiben Patel has constituted a 3-member judicial inquiry commission to probe the stone-pelting incident in Sambhal.

Police personnel continue to keep vigil near the Jama Masjid in Sambhal district of Uttar Pradesh on Thursday,(PTI)

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Updated on Nov 29, 2024 08:22 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Sambhal violence: Internet suspended, schools shut after 3 deaths | 10 points

Sambhal violence: The unrest began when a team arrived at the Shahi Jama Masjid to conduct a fresh survey on Sunday.

Police and security personnel interact with locals protesting during a second survey of the Jama Masjid, claimed to be originally the site of an ancient Hindu temple, in Sambhal, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024.(PTI)

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Updated on Nov 24, 2024 09:09 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

MP IAS officer flags ‘noise pollution’ from loudspeakers at temples, faces flak

The Hindu outfit Sanskriti Bachao Manch has asked the Madhya Pradesh CM to investigate the IAS officers intentions

Representative image: An IAS officer criticised noise pollution coming from temples, causing controversy with Hindu outfits

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Published on Oct 22, 2024 10:05 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Chanting ‘Jai Shri Ram’ in mosque doesn't hurt religious sentiments: Court

The Karnataka High Court dismissed a case against two individuals accused of chanting 'Jai Shri Ram' in a mosque, stating it does not harm religious sentiments.

The Karnataka high court said that Hindus and Muslims in the area live in harmony.(File)

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Published on Oct 16, 2024 12:28 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Himachal: Mandi MC cuts power, water supply to mosque over illegal structure

After last week’s protests seeking demolition of a portion of a mosque built on encroached govt land, MC commissioner HS Rana says structure has been found to be illegal and the masjid committee has been given month to remove it.

A market in Dharamshala was closed till Friday noon and a protest was also held by Hindu organisations in the town’s Kotwali Bazaar against the influx of unverified migrant workers. (HT Photo)

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Published on Sep 20, 2024 02:53 PM IST

ByDar Ovais

After a stir over Shimla mosque, protesters met with water cannons in Mandi

Mandi: The mosque management committee has been served a notice by the local municipal corporation to remove the encroachment within 30 days.

Police resorting to water cannons after protesters try to break barricades at Jail Road, Mandi. (Birbal Sharma/HT)

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Updated on Sep 14, 2024 01:57 AM IST

ByDar Ovais, Dharamshala

Shimla mosque to be demolished? What Muslim panel told municipal corporation

Shimla mosque row: Muslim panel asks municipal corporation to seal unauthorised portion, says it will demolish that part itself.

Representatives of Masjid committee submit a memorandum to the Shimla Municipal Corporation Commissioner Bhupender Kumar Attri over the alleged illegal structure in a mosque, at Sanjauli in Shimla, Thursday.(PTI)

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Updated on Sep 12, 2024 03:09 PM IST

ByHT News Desk | Edited by Aniruddha Dhar

Gathering of five or more barred in Shimla’s Sanjauli after protest call over mosque construction

Shimla DC said schools, government and private offices and markets will function normally and assured that the general public will not have to face any problems

A protest had earlier been staged over the alleged illegal construction of a mosque in Sanjauli, Shimla. (File)

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Updated on Sep 11, 2024 07:44 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Dharamshala

Hundreds protest against ‘illegal’ construction of shrine in Sanjauli

The protesters demanded demolition of the structure and registration of a case of attempt to murder against those who attacked the businessman, seriously injuring him on Friday. Nearly 500 people from different parts of the city participated in the demonstration

Hundreds of people gathered at Sanjauli, a suburb of Shimla, on Sunday and protested against “illegal” construction of a mosque and an attack on a trader in Malyana area of the city. (HT Photo)

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Published on Sep 01, 2024 10:54 PM IST

ByPress Trust of India, Shimla

Police clash with a violent crowd gathered near the site of UK stabbing attack that killed 3 girls

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Updated on Jul 31, 2024 06:02 AM IST

AP |

Heritage mosque in Old Delhi locality collapses, devotees safely evacuated

A purported video of the incident ostensibly shows a wall on the ground floor collapsing leading to upper floors cascading down

Screenshots from a video that show the collapse of the mosque on Monday afternoon. (HT Photo)

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Updated on Jun 18, 2024 05:20 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Woman’s body found in mosque near Taj, probe on

The woman appeared to be in her early twenties and her clothes were not in order, revealed sources in the area. The body was traced by a ‘namazi’ who reached the mosque for afternoon prayers on Sunday.

The face and head of the woman had been hit with a heavy object. (Pic for representation)

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Updated on May 20, 2024 07:56 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

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Action likely against mosque, portion of temple encroaching on PWD land in Sambhal

Protesters gathered outside a mosque against the Waqf Act after Friday prayers, leading to four arrests, including minors, as police enforced security measures.

Under UAPA, “unlawful activity” includes any act intended to threaten the unity, integrity, or security of India

Officials said that a man entered the mosque from its back side and allegedly kept some gelatin sticks there, which triggered a blast.

A bomb exploded at a pro-Taliban seminary mosque in northwestern Pakistan, killing five and injuring many ahead of Ramzan.

The 42-year-old construction worker was given six lashes in Malaysia's conservative state of Terengganu after being convicted by a Sharia court.

Sanjauli mosque committee granted three months to demolish unauthorized floors by Municipal Commissioner

The bench wondered if a mere shouting of religious slogan could invoke charges of outraging the religious sentiments of some other community.

Holding three broken idols in hand, Sambhal Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Shrish Chandra said these were found during the digging of well.

The incident took place in the Anar Wali Masjid in the Kot Garvi area, according to administration officials.

The great-grandnephew of BR Ambedkar called lower courts accepting pleas in "violation" of the Places of Worship Act an insult to the Constitution

A local official said the college management had reached out to the administration, seeking verification of the identity of the entrants into the campus and that police have since been vigilant to prevent disruptions.

The move follows Tuesday's unrest after students recited Hanuman Chalisa when namaz was being offered near the mosque

More than 400 people have been identified, while 32 have been arrested in connection with Sambhal violence, DM Rajender Pensiya said.

Student leader of Uday Pratap College claimed Hanuman Chalisa was recited on Tuesday to protest against "outsiders" gathering at the mosque to offer prayers.

The mahapanchayat comes amid increasing communal tensions and rising anti-minority incidents in Uttarakhand.

Sambhal violence: 3-member panel to visit the site for evidence collection; police confirmed all arrangements are in place to assist the investigation.

Sambhal masjid dispute: UP governor Anandiben Patel has constituted a 3-member judicial inquiry commission to probe the stone-pelting incident in Sambhal.

Sambhal violence: The unrest began when a team arrived at the Shahi Jama Masjid to conduct a fresh survey on Sunday.

The Hindu outfit Sanskriti Bachao Manch has asked the Madhya Pradesh CM to investigate the IAS officers intentions

The Karnataka High Court dismissed a case against two individuals accused of chanting 'Jai Shri Ram' in a mosque, stating it does not harm religious sentiments.

After last week’s protests seeking demolition of a portion of a mosque built on encroached govt land, MC commissioner HS Rana says structure has been found to be illegal and the masjid committee has been given month to remove it.

Mandi: The mosque management committee has been served a notice by the local municipal corporation to remove the encroachment within 30 days.

Shimla mosque row: Muslim panel asks municipal corporation to seal unauthorised portion, says it will demolish that part itself.

Shimla DC said schools, government and private offices and markets will function normally and assured that the general public will not have to face any problems

The protesters demanded demolition of the structure and registration of a case of attempt to murder against those who attacked the businessman, seriously injuring him on Friday. Nearly 500 people from different parts of the city participated in the demonstration

Police clash with a violent crowd gathered near the site of UK stabbing attack that killed 3 girls

A purported video of the incident ostensibly shows a wall on the ground floor collapsing leading to upper floors cascading down

The woman appeared to be in her early twenties and her clothes were not in order, revealed sources in the area. The body was traced by a ‘namazi’ who reached the mosque for afternoon prayers on Sunday.

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