religious controversy
Rajinikanth's Image Misused in Karthigai Deepam Religious Controversy: Team Officially Denies Involvement
Dec 13, 2025 07:37 pm CST
A controversial poster featuring superstar Rajinikanth has appeared at a hunger strike in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district, falsely suggesting his support for lighting a lamp near a dargah following a court order. Rajinikanth's official team has categorically denied any involvement in the Karthigai Deepam religious dispute, which has sparked tensions between local communities, Hindu organizations, and government authorities over century-old religious traditions.
Three Arrested After Man Assaulted for Selling Chicken Patties Near Kolkata Gita Event
Dec 11, 2025 03:19 pm CST
Three individuals have been arrested following the assault of vendor Sheikh Riajul, who was attacked for selling chicken patties near a major Bhagavad Gita recitation event in Kolkata. The incident, captured on video and widely shared on social media, has sparked debate about religious sensitivities and vendors' rights, with political figures from both Trinamool Congress and BJP weighing in on the controversy.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin Accuses BJP of Politicizing Karthigai Deepam Religious Tradition
Dec 08, 2025 01:59 am CST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin criticizes the BJP for creating political divisions over the Karthigai Deepam ritual at Thiruparukundram Murugar Temple. He defends his government's respect for spiritual practices while highlighting their development focus against what he calls "cheap politics" from opposition parties. The controversy has escalated to the Supreme Court with multiple pending legal challenges.
Chhattisgarh Kranti Sena Chief Arrested: Supporters Protest as Amit Baghel Faces Legal Consequences for Controversial Remarks
Dec 06, 2025 02:25 am CST
Amit Baghel, state president of Chhattisgarh Kranti Sena, was arrested in Raipur while attempting to surrender following controversial remarks about revered community figures. The arrest triggered road blockades by supporters and comes after the Supreme Court rejected his anticipatory bail. Baghel faces multiple FIRs across 12 states and was granted temporary custody release to attend his mother's funeral before returning to police custody.
Religious Controversy Erupts as Kali Statue Dressed as Mother Mary in Mumbai Temple Leads to Priest's Arrest
Nov 25, 2025 11:27 pm CST
A religious controversy unfolded in Mumbai's Chembur area when a temple priest altered a Goddess Kali statue to resemble Mother Mary, claiming divine instruction through a dream. The incident sparked immediate outrage among devotees and Hindu organizations, leading to protests and the priest's subsequent arrest for violating religious sentiments.
Omar Abdullah Defends Merit-Based Admissions of Muslim Students at Vaishno Devi Medical College Amid BJP Opposition
Nov 25, 2025 12:27 am CST
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has defended the merit-based admission of Muslim students to Mata Vaishno Devi Medical College against BJP's religious objections. The controversy highlights tensions between merit-based policies and religious considerations in educational institutions, with Abdullah emphasizing that the university's founding act specifies admissions based on merit, not religious affiliation.
Controversy Erupts Over Bhagavad Gita Incorporation in Madhya Pradesh Police Training Program
Nov 07, 2025 07:10 pm CST
Madhya Pradesh Police's new directive requiring recruits to read the Bhagavad Gita before meditation has sparked political tension. The BJP defends it as moral development while Congress criticizes it as unconstitutional saffronization. The initiative includes planned Heartfulness Meditation sessions at heritage sites across the state, led by trained police instructors without departmental expense.
Abu Azmi Refuses to Sing Vande Mataram: Religious Controversy Over Maharashtra's School Directive
Nov 07, 2025 05:52 pm CST
Samajwadi Party MLA Abu Asim Azmi has taken a firm stance against singing Vande Mataram, citing religious reasons, as Maharashtra mandates the complete version in schools to commemorate the national song's 150th anniversary. Azmi criticized BJP as "Bharat Jalao Party" for allegedly creating religious tensions while defending his position that Muslims shouldn't be forced to participate in practices that conflict with their faith.
BJP Criticizes Lalu Yadav for Halloween Celebrations After His Kumbh Festival Remarks Ahead of Bihar Elections
Nov 02, 2025 02:34 pm CST
The BJP has called out RJD leader Lalu Yadav for celebrating Halloween at home after previously criticizing the Kumbh festival as "meaningless." The controversy erupted when Yadav's daughter shared photos of him with grandchildren in Halloween costumes, prompting BJP to question his apparent embrace of foreign traditions while dismissing Hindu customs. This political clash comes just days before the Bihar assembly elections scheduled for November 6 and 11, 2025.
Swami Prasad Maurya Sparks Controversy: Questions Practicality of Lakshmi Worship Amid India's Poverty Crisis
Oct 22, 2025 02:43 pm CST
Rashtriya Shoshit Samaj Party president Swami Prasad Maurya has created controversy by questioning the effectiveness of worshipping Goddess Lakshmi for wealth when 80 crore Indians rely on subsidized food. He suggests honoring household women as "Ghar ki Lakshmi" instead, while clarifying he respects religious traditions. His comments highlight tensions between traditional religious practices and pragmatic approaches to India's economic challenges during the Diwali festival season.
