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Dussehra brings Hindus and Muslims together

Aligarh, Oct 21 (ANI): India is a land of colourful and festive hues. And Dussehra is one such festival that is celebrated in the country with great fervour and enthusiasm. Dussehra or Vijaya Dashami celebrates the victory of good over evil. Hindus observe the day through special prayer meetings and food offerings to the goddess Durga, who is considered as Shakti or cosmic energy. Legend has it, when demon King, Mahishasur, vanquished the gods, their king, Indra, approached the Holy Trinity, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. They in turn sought the help of the divine mother Durga who, equipped with lethal weapons fought with Mahishasur for nine days and nights and eventually killed him on the tenth day. And thus every year, people across the country celebrate the day as Dusshera. Be it Jammu & Kashmir or Uttar Pradesh, everywhere goddess Durga bind together Hindus and Muslims with the thread of communal amity. Muslims in Aligarh make the effigies of goddess Durga with equal fervour and devotion. Dusshera in Doda region of Jammu & Kashmir is celebrated in different manner. As the occasion is also believed to be the day when Lord Rama vanquished the ten-headed demon king Ravana. Thus, here Hindus and Muslims together participate in Ramleela, a theatrical performance where the life story of Oct 21, 2013
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Sufi Saint Hazrat Mir Syed Ali Hamdani uniting one and all

Srinagar, Oct 21 (ANI): The socio-cultural ethos of Kashmir or Kashmiriyat is steeped in a tradition of religious tolerance, social harmony and brotherhood. It was influenced by the advent of Sufism in Kashmir in early 14th century. Sufi saints were both popular and influential because they identified themselves with established traditions and never opposed the blending of different religious customs, practices and beliefs. As a result, they attracted many followers. Even today, several Sufi shrines dot the state, drawing people from different religions in large numbers. The shrine of Hazrat Mir Syed Ali Hamdani in Srinagar attracts people from different communities. Legend has it that the saint was a mystic who devoted his entire life for the betterment of mankind and preached communal harmony. His message has been internalised and is visible in the form of devotees from different faiths that come here from near and far throughout the year to pay homage to the saint. The shrine is flocked by devotees who visit it in the hope that their wishes will be fulfilled here. Oct 21, 2013
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Ceasefire violations in Kashmir reflect ugly reality of indo-Pak relations: BJP

New Delhi, Oct 21 (ANI): Reacting to Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's request for US intervention in resolving the Kashmir issue, BJP senior leader Balbir Punj said that the ceasefire violations in the LoC reflects the ugly reality of the relations between India and Pakistan. He also said that we cannot trust Pakistan and only one policy will work for Pakistan that is tit for tat. Oct 21, 2013
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Jagdambika Pal on Nawaz Sharif seeking US intervention in Kashmir

New Delhi, Oct 21 (ANI): Reacting to Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's request for US intervention in resolving the Kashmir issue, Congress leader Jagdambika Pal said that Kashmir is a bilateral issue between India and Pakistan and whatever disputes we have with our neighboring countries, we want to engage in talks with them and find a solution in it. Oct 21, 2013
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Govt should look for other options if Pak continues to violate ceasefire: Omar

Srinagar, Oct 21 (ANI): Reacting over the continuous ceasefire violations by the Pakistan in the recent times, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday asked the Central government to explore other options if Pakistan troops continue to violate ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB). Addressing people in Srinagar, Omar also questioned Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's silence on the issue and asked whether these ceasefire violations are taking place at the order of Pak PM or because he does not have any control over the prevailing situation. He further said that if the ceasefire is violated again, then a befitting reply needs to be given. Oct 21, 2013
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India will not accept any foreign intervention on Kashmir: Omar

Srinagar, Oct 21 (ANI): Reacting to Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's request for US intervention in resolving the Kashmir issue, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said that India will not accept any foreign intervention on this issue. Talking to mediapersons in Srinagar, he also asked the Centre to explore other options if Pakistan troops continue to violate ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB). Oct 21, 2013
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India reiterates its stand on Kashmir, rejects any 3rd country's intervention

New Delhi, Oct 21 (ANI): Union home minister Sushilkumar Shinde on Monday said that India will not allow any 'third' country, to intervene in its row with Pakistan on the long disputed border issue of Kashmir. Shinde was attending a ceremony on Police Commemoration Day in New Delhi on Monday. Rejecting the demand of Pakistan's Prime Minister for a US intervention, Shinde, said that New Delhi will not let anyone to interfere in the Kashmir issue. Pakistan's Prime Minister, Nawaz Sharif who is on a three-day official visit to Washington, raked up the intervention of US to resolve the Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan. Oct 21, 2013
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Salman Khurshid on Nawaz Sharif seeking US intervention in Kashmir

New Delhi, Oct 20 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid on Sunday said that India will not accept any intervention by the United States on the issue of Kashmir. Khurshid further added that Kashmir is a bilateral issue between India and Pakistan. Khurshid's statement came after media reports quoted Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif saying how he had sought for intervention from the US over the Kashmir issue. Oct 20, 2013
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Defense expert on Nawaz Sharif seeking US intervention in Kashmir

New Delhi, Oct 20 (ANI): Reacting on Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's demand of US intervention in resolving the Kashmir issue, Indian defense expert Bharat Verma said that this move exposes the Pakistan PM in front of those who used to think that he has a different mindset from the Pakistani army. Verma added that his demand is not going to get him anywhere. He further added that there is no dispute over Kashmir from India's side. Oct 20, 2013
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US intervention in Kashmir not acceptable: SP on Nawaz Sharif's demand

Hardoi, Oct 20 (ANI): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has sought US intervention in resolving the Kashmir issue. Reacting sharply on the demand, the Samajwadi Party on Sunday said that it won't tolerate any interference by the United States in the matter. SP leader Naresh Agarwal said that if, in case, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh agrees to this demand, they will thoroughly oppose it. Sharif is on a three-day official visit to Washington where he will meet US President Barack Obama. Oct 20, 2013
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