Conversions

'Ghar wapsi' has become a bad phrase despite Article 25 guaranteeing it

Why has the term "ghar wapsi" become code for communalism rather than just another religious conversion programme that is guaranteed under article 25 of the constitution?

Private member bill on forced conversions introduced in Lok Sabha

A bill to ban forced conversions was among the 37 private members' bills introduced in the Lok Sabha on Friday.

Mother Teresa's objective was conversions, says RSS chief Bhagwat

Conversion to Christianity was the main objective behind Mother Teresa's service to the poor, RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Monday.

Religious conversions: If you have guts, amend Consitution, Mamata tells BJP

Coming down heavily on forced religious conversions West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, in a veiled attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Friday, challenged it to amend the secular Indian Constitution.

If Modi overcomes Hindutva agenda, he will create a place in history: Shashi Tharoor

Attacked by detractors within the party of praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor today accused Modi of maintaining "silence" on his ministers comments on controversial issues and conversion campaign by groups like VHP.

Charlie Hebdo attack: Friendly 'punch' of Pope Francis needs a counter and here's why

Should religion and faith be given immunity from ridicule and criticism, even strong criticism? The Pope seems to think so, but it is not a good idea.

Gave list of 16 cases of Love Jihad to Himachal Pradesh govt: VHP

Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Tuesday said it has given a list of 16 cases of "Love-Jihad" to the Himachal Pradesh government.

Conversion row: Digvijay Singh pitches for 'Freedom of Religion Act'

Amid voices advocating for a stringent anti-conversion law in the country, Digvijay Singh said instead of anti- conversion law, India needs a 'Freedom of Religion Act'.

Shiv Sena says nothing wrong with 're-conversions', supports call for Ram Temple

Shiv Sena on Monday said that there's nothing wrong with reverse conversions and flayed "those who kept mum when Hindus were converted to Muslims."

Mission accomplished: RSS Hindutva antics give lease of life to Muslim Right

Just when it seemed that the Muslim Right had started to come under pressure, it has been given a new lease of life by groups such as VHP and Bajrang Dal with their relentless hate campaign.