JAIN COMMUNITY
Comedian Daniel Fernandes' show in Hyderabad. Here's all about the controversy
Stand-up comedian Daniel Fernandes' show in Hyderabad was canceled following a threat from BJP leader Raja Singh over jokes about the Jain community. Despite apologizing and removing the offending video, Fernandes continues to receive threats. He emphasized the importance of comedy in bringing people together and condemned the violence.
Amarnath Yatra 2024: How to register, routes, and do's & don'ts; All you need to know
The annual Amarnath Yatra to the 3,880-meter-high cave shrine in south Kashmir starts on June 29 and will conclude on August 19. The Jammu and Kashmir administration has made extensive arrangements for the pilgrims, including registration, safety measures, and medical facilities. The pilgrimage features two routes, elaborate security, and services like RFID tracking, insurance, and helicopter rides. This year, over 3.50 lakh pilgrims have registered, with hundreds of community kitchens and 38 mountain rescue teams ensuring their safety.
Security measures tightened ahead of Amarnath Yatra
With the Amarnath Yatra just a week away, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha emphasized tightened security measures and improved facilities to ensure a successful pilgrimage. Security officials reviewed arrangements along the Jammu-Srinagar highway, while Sinha highlighted the commencement of 'darshan' for pilgrims on June 29.
Jains in Delhi dress as Muslims, buy over 100 goats to 'save' them from Bakrid sacrifice
The Jain community in Delhi recently came together to prevent the sacrifice of goats during the Bakri Eid festival. Led by Vivek Jain, a chartered accountant, the community raised over Rs 1.5 million to purchase 124 goats and ensure their safety.
Nearly 20 thieves use sledgehammers to rob Pune-based PNG Jewellers outlet in USA; video goes viral
In a startling incident, a gang of 20 thieves employed sledgehammers to carry out a robbery at a jewellery store in Sunnyvale, California, as revealed by surveillance footage. The group forcibly entered PNG Jewellers, breaking through doors and smashing numerous display cases. Currently, law enforcement authorities have apprehended five individuals in connection with the heist. The investigation remains active, with additional arrests expected in the near future.
Pakistan minister proposes Kartarpur-like corridor in Sindh to allow Hindus and Jains to visit religious sites
Sindh Tourism Minister Zulfiqar Ali Shah proposed the idea of opening a Kartarpur-like religious corridor in Sindh province areas, bordering India, to allow Hindus and Jains to visit their historical religious sites. He suggested building the corridor in Umarkot and Nagarparkar, home to the ancient Shri Shiv Mandir and abandoned Jain temples, respectively.
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CAA will have no negative socio-economic impact on people, says Tripura BJP chief
Tripura BJP state President Rajib Bhattacharjee defended the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), stating that its implementation would not negatively affect the country's socio-economic conditions. He emphasized that the CAA's cut-off date for eligibility, set in 2014, ensures minimal impact, dismissing opposition claims as baseless. Bhattacharjee clarified that the CAA excludes areas under the sixth schedule and those under the Inner Line Permit system, allaying fears in tribal areas. He urged opposition parties to refrain from spreading misinformation and praised PM Narendra Modi for enacting the CAA to protect cultural and religious identities.
Many Chandni Chowk voters prefer national issues over local problems
Chandni Chowk, a trader and Muslim-dominated constituency in Delhi, faces numerous issues such as crumbling infrastructure, traffic congestion, and parking problems. However, many residents believe that national issues, such as pollution and crime, are more important for voters in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. The constituency is among the 13 pollution hotspots of Delhi but is often overlooked in poll promises.
PM panel says Muslims are thriving. Math says that’s not true
Muslim population is not rising the fastest, Hindu population growth is not the slowest — this is what an analysis of the dataset used by the advisory panel to the PM shows
Colour, Confetti and Camaraderie to Create Choreographed Chaos
All roads leading to the coolest spring party in the Bay Area were jammed with Holi spirit seekers
SP Jain Institute launches Wise Innovation Studio for Emerging Technologies
SPJIMR's WISE Tech fosters societal advancement through wise innovation with initiatives like accelerators, Entrepreneurship Fellowship, and Wise Innovation Conclave. Manoj Mohan leads the executive team, supported by R. Ramanan and Haresh Chawla from True North.
Majority of Indian Americans support a 3rd term for PM Modi: Diaspora leader
Indians are part of the deep economic growth of the United States and they've been working hard to contribute to the economic growth, Indian-American Democratic fundraiser Ajay Jain Bhaturia said, underling that when they see similar economic growth happening back in India, they feel very proud of it.
Hatkanangale Lok Sabha constituency: A three-cornered fight where many factors play out
The fight is mainly among sitting MP Dhairyasheel Mane of the Shiv Sena, Satyajeet Patil-Sarudkar of the Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray faction of the Sena and Raju Shetti of the Swabhimaan Shetkari Paksh. The other two, Dadasaheb Chavgonda Patil of the Prakash Ambedkar-led Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) and farmer leader Raghunathdada Patil, could play spoilsport for any of the three.
Gujarat couple, inspired by their children, donate Rs 200 crore to become monks
Gujarat's affluent Jain couple, Bhavesh Bhandari and wife, donated Rs 200 crore, and will soon embrace monkhood, influenced by children. They'll embark on a barefoot journey with limited possessions of two white garments and a bowl.
Being in Opposition doesn't give immunity against corruption, says Nirmala Sitharaman
Speaking at the Times Now Summit, themed 'India Unstoppable', Sitharaman also said that she was given the option by BJP president JP Nadda to contest in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. However, she expressed inability on the grounds that "I don't have the kind of money" required to fight polls, among others. The minister is a Rajya Sabha member from Karnataka.
Harsh Jain, Aakrit Vaish to chair TEAM governing council
Dream Sports cofounder and CEO Harsh Jain and Haptik CEO Aakrit Vaish to chair its eight-member governing council in its inaugural elections starting from April 1 for a two-year term.
Kerala moves SC seeking stay on Citizenship Amendment Rules
Kerala has filed a new plea in the Supreme Court, seeking a stay on the implementation of the Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2024. The state government argues that the rules, which pave the way for implementing the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, are discriminatory and against secular principles. The rules allow for fast-tracking Indian citizenship for undocumented non-Muslim migrants from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan who arrived before December 31, 2014. Kerala contends that the rules are unconstitutional and arbitrary, as they discriminate based on religion and country of origin.
CAA: Supreme Court agrees to hear plea on March 19 seeking stay on Citizenship Amendment rules
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear pleas seeking a direction to the Centre to stay the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Rules, 2024, till the pendency of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019. The bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra took note of the submissions of senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for the Indian Union Muslim League, that once citizenship is granted to migrant Hindus, it cannot be taken back, emphasizing the need for an early hearing.
4,500 from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan given citizenship in four years
The number of citizenships granted to minority communities were less due to the centralised process following which the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), first in 2016, and then in 2021-22, granted powers to district magistrates and collectors to grant citizenships to minorities belonging to the six communities.
US soil being used for terrorist activities against India: Community leaders tell DOJ and FBI
Eminent Indian Americans in Silicon Valley met with US officials to discuss terrorist activities against India and hate crimes targeting Hindus. Dissatisfaction was expressed with law enforcement's inaction against threats posed by the Khalistan movement.
Plea in SC seeks stay on implementation of Citizenship Amendment Rules, 2024
An application was filed in the Supreme Court to halt the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Rules, 2024, until the petitions challenging the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 are decided. The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) sought to prevent coercive action against Muslims, who cannot apply for citizenship under the CAA. They urged the court to allow Muslims to apply for citizenship provisionally. Another application by the Democratic Youth Federation of India also seeks a stay on the Citizenship Amendment Rules, 2024.
Jain seer Acharya Vidyasagar passes away; PM Modi and other leaders offer their condolences
Acharya Vidyasagar Maharaj, the Jain seer, passed away in Dongargarh, Chhattisgarh after beginning the process of Samadhi and taking a Maun Vrat. He was born on Sharad Purnima in Karnataka. PM Modi and several leaders after the announcement of Acharya Vidyasagar passing away paid their tributes to the Jain seer.
Jan 22 will be forever etched in our memories: Couples who were 'yajmans' at consecration ceremony
While the 14 couples, including Dalits, tribals, backwards and upper castes, were chosen from across the country to perform the duty of yajmans or hosts for the main ceremony, RSS leader Anil Mishra and his wife presided over the daily rituals which began on January 16 ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony. Mishra is among the 15 trustees of the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra which was formed in 2020 to oversee the construction of the temple.
Mumbai man recovers lost Airpod, thanks to online Twitter sleuths
Nikhil Jain's lost Airpod recovery in Kerala, facilitated by online community aid via X (formerly Twitter), showcased the power of social media collaboration. Jain's device journeyed from Kerala to Goa, pinpointing its location through online sleuthing. With 1.2 million views, the story attracted offers and support. Despite initial frustration, Jain's gratitude for the returned device and community solidarity highlighted the positive impact of online networks.
CAA final draft likely to be ready by March 30, 2024: Union min Ajay Mishra
"The process to roll out CAA has gained momentum in the last couple of years... some issues are being sorted out. Nobody can snatch citizenship rights from the Matuas. By March next year, the final draft of the CAA is expected to be ready for coming into force," he said to a thundering applause. Local BJP MP and Union minister Santanu Thakur was by his side.
Sikhs have made biggest sacrifices for nation: Amit Shah
The Citizenship Amendment Act has opened the way to Indian citizenship for the Sikhs who were tortured in neighbouring countries like Pakistan and Afghanistan, Shah said, addressing an event organised by the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee.
Monk murder in Karnataka: Jain community protest at Jantar Mantar, demands CBI probe
Members of the Jain community have protested at Jantar Mantar in Delhi against the murder of monk Acharya Shree Kamakumara Nandi Maharaj in Karnataka earlier this month. Jain monks and lay people demanded a CBI investigation into the killing, which occurred after the mutilated remains of the victim were discovered in the well of an abandoned borehole.
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