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Tensions flare as new poll shows a spike in discrimination against Muslims and Jews in the US linked to the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Explore the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of fasting during Ramadan, from weight loss to enhanced brain function and spiritual growth.

Explore the state of elections worldwide in 2024. UN rights chief flags concerns in several nations. Dive deep into the intricacies of global democracy.

A staggering 110 million people are forcibly displaced worldwide due to war, persecution, and violence, surpassing the population of Germany. Children bear a disproportionate burden, accounting for 40% of the total, with 43.3 million young lives disrupted by the global displacement crisis as of May 2023.

Same-sex marriage is a dynamic legal and social issue resonating across South, Southeast, and East Asia, with a median of 49% of adults expressing at least some level of support for legalizing same-sex marriage, while 43% opposing it.

A growing number profess no religion, yet many maintain ties to religious traditions for cultural or familial reasons. According to a recent survey, 40% of Asian Americans feel a close connection to religious traditions for reasons beyond religious beliefs. For instance, although just 11% of Asian American adults identify as Buddhists, 21% feel an affinity with Buddhism, driven by family background or cultural influences, according to the survey by Pew Research Centre.

The Election Commission of India has announced state assembly elections in five states: Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and Mizoram. The assembly...

Bihar Caste Census Reveals Surprising Demographic Insights, Ignites Political Debates

Seven medical students at Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, have sparked a renewed discussion regarding hijab on campus. In a letter to the principal, they propose ways to reconcile their commitment to hijab norms with their responsibilities in surgical duties. Some believe the college should accommodate the students' religious practices. However, the medical fraternity argue that the students should adhere to the existing rules and regulations of operation theatres. They opine that medical students should refrain from wearing hijab or any attire that may compromise patient safety and hygiene.

Former US President Barack Obama’s remarks on Muslims in India at the time Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United States evoked mixed response from the political arena.