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Political violence outcome of differences between religious and cultural elements of Bangladeshi ide

Dhaka, Nov 21 (ANI): Ambassador of the People's Republic of Bangladesh to the United States, Humayun Kabir has laid emphasis on the fight between the two aspects of national identity - cultural and religion, as the leading parties are hurtling towards a showdown that could delay or even derail elections due by January in a country with a history of ferocious political violence and military intervention. Kabir while talking to the reporter in Dhaka said that the major parties dominating the political field in Bangladesh - The Awami League and the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, represented the two streams of national identity. Nov 21, 2013
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Arvind Kejriwal on Election Commissions notice

Kaushambi, Nov 21(ANI): Speaking over the Election Commission’s notice Aam Aadmi Party convernor Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday said that he will give a suitable explanation to the EC as he respect the system. Talking to mediapersons, he asked why the BJP complained to the EC when the pamphlet referred to the Congress’s wrongdoings. The Election Commission has sought an explanation from Kejriwal for appealing to Muslims on religious lines. Nov 21, 2013
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Arvind Kejriwal on Election Commission's notice

Kaushambi, Nov 21(ANI): Speaking over the Election Commission's notice Aam Aadmi Party convernor Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday said that he will give a suitable explanation to the EC as he respect the system. Talking to mediapersons, he asked why the BJP complained to the EC when the pamphlet referred to the Congress's wrongdoings. The Election Commission has sought an explanation from Kejriwal for appealing to Muslims on religious lines. Nov 21, 2013
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SC issues notice to centre, states on security arrangements at religious places

New Delhi, Nov 20 (ANI): The Supreme Court has issued notice to the central government and all state governments to provide proper security arrangements at public places, especially places of religious worship. A bench headed by Chief Justice P. Sathasivam has asked both to file their responses to a public interest litigation (PIL) alleging that they have failed to ensure the safety and security of the lives of pilgrims visiting religious spots. Nov 20, 2013
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Modi Brands UPA a Non-performing Government

Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi attacked the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government, during his one-hour speech at the Palace Grounds in Bangalore on Sunday Nov 17, 2013
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Pan-Muslim body greeted by protests in Myanmar

Myanmar Buddhist monks led rallies against the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Friday as delegates from the Muslim body toured western Rakhine state, where religious violence has torn communities asunder. Duration: 00:24 Nov 15, 2013
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Traditional buffalo fight in Shimla enthralls hundreds of spectators

Shimla, Nov 11 (ANI): The traditional buffalo-fight fair captivated hundreds of villagers in Baychari village of Shimla. People gathered together to celebrate this century old buffalo fighting fair, to preserve the old traditions and religious belief of the area. This is also done to praise Hindu gods and local deities. Meanwhile, Virender Kashyap, an MP from Shimla, who was also present during the fair said that such traditions help in preserving the culture of Himachal Pradesh. The event is organized to promote tourism in the region. The fair is organized every year during the month of October-November and is attended by people from across the state as well as from outside. Nov 11, 2013
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People go beyond caste, faith while celebrating Diwali

Tamil Nadu, Nov 11 (ANI): India is a country that is known for its cultural and religious diversity. It is also known for good relations between people of different faiths. And this ethos comes to the forefront, especially during the festive season. Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated by people in Coimbatore in India's southern state of Tamil Nadu, in a spirit of harmony. Here, a mosque opens its door to people from different faiths to celebrate the festival together. Students from different communities participated actively in the festival. During the celebration a community meal was also organised to strengthen the spirit of sharing and being together. Respect and tolerance for different ways of life – which include festivals, traditions, and faiths - is the essence of communal harmony, which prevails in the country. And, events like these help to strengthen the social fabric of the country. Nov 11, 2013
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RSS organizes marathon for youth in New Delhi

New Delhi, Nov 10 (ANI): Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) organized a marathon for the youth in New Delhi to mark 150th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on Sunday. The marathon, 'Run for awakening the nation', was organized at 17 different places across New Delhi. RSS spokesperson Ram Madhav flagged off the marathon and spoke about Swami Vivekananda's teachings. Madhav stressed upon his philosophies and said that the youth should contribute in nation building. Swami Vivekananda is the famed philosopher-thinker and founder of a social and religious organisation, Ramakrishna Mission. Nov 10, 2013
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Devotees across nation celebrate Chhath Puja

Patna / New Delhi / Bhopal, Nov 9 (ANI): Devotees across India offered special prayers, exchanged greetings and performed traditional rituals as they got together with great zeal to celebrate the Sun God festival of 'Chhath'. The three-day long festival of 'Chhath,' dedicated to the Sun God, began on Friday with thousands of devotees observing fasts and swarming to the banks of the holy rivers. The 'Chhath', celebrated on the sixth and seventh day after Diwali, is significant for married women who observe a three-day fast and stand in waist- deep river waters, and present religious offerings to the Sun God. Nov 9, 2013
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US reiterates 'no change' in visa policy if Narendra Modi chose to reapply

New Delhi, Nov 6 (ANI): The US has reiterated its stand on its visa policy and said that BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi can reapply if he wants and wait for a review. US State Department Deputy Spokesperson Marie Harf said that there has been no change in the visa policy and Modi is welcome to apply for the procedure and wait for any other applicant. According to reports, the Gujarat Chief Minister, was denied a diplomatic visa in 2005 and his existing tourist and business visa was revoked under the Immigration and Nationality Act that makes a foreign government official responsible for severe violations of religious freedom ineligible for a travel document. Harf denied having specific knowledge about whether Modi has applied to a US visa and said that visa application details are confidential. Nov 6, 2013
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