secular constitution
Pawan Kalyan Sparks Debate: Is Dharma Equivalent to the Indian Constitution?
Dec 08, 2025 08:14 pm CST
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has ignited a political controversy by equating Dharma with the Indian Constitution during an address at Karnataka's Sri Krishna Mutt. While Congress leaders firmly opposed his view, claiming the Constitution is strictly secular, BJP allies defended his stance that both share fundamental principles aimed at creating a just society.
NHRC Issues Notice to Indian Railways Over Exclusive Halal Meat Policy: Religious Discrimination Concerns
Nov 26, 2025 10:26 pm CST
The National Human Rights Commission has issued a notice to Indian Railways following complaints that serving only halal-processed meat on trains violates religious freedoms and discriminates against Hindu Dalit communities traditionally involved in the meat trade. The NHRC states this practice may violate constitutional rights to equality, religious freedom, and livelihood opportunities, requesting an action report within two weeks.