Religion in the Daily News
- Iran outlaws Christian satellite TV labelling it 'hostile' 23 July 2026 14 h 59 min Premier Christianity News Iranian Christians who rely on satellite television to hear the gospel now face prosecution, after the country's Ministry of Intelligence classified several Persian-language Christian broadcasters as "hostile" organisations. The channels have …
- Legal benefits of marriage registration for Hindu, Christian, and Muslim couples 23 July 2026 14 h 52 min The Post Yoshini Perumal|Published 48 minutes ago RELIGIOUS leaders have emphasised the importance of marriage registration for Hindu, Christian, and Muslim couples to avoid legal complications regarding inheritance and divorce. This, they said, was to avoid …
- Cleric Backs Bago’s Call For Responsible Preaching, Says Islam Promotes Peace 23 July 2026 14 h 23 min Channels Television An Islamic scholar, Ustaz Zakari Jibrin, has backed Governor Umaru Bago’s call for responsible religious preaching in Niger State, describing the governor’s position as consistent with Islamic teachings that emphasise peace, unity and social harmony. …
- Why does God intervene selectively? | Faith Forum 23 July 2026 14 h 08 min Reno Gazette-Journal - Nevada July 23, 2026, 6:17 a.m. PT Religious types insist: Adversity builds character. Divine timing and our timing do not match. Divine wisdom is not always visible. His actions are beyond human comprehension. Maybe He is advancing a larger plan or preserving …
- Porticus urges Asian Churches to bring unheard voices into synodal life 23 July 2026 14 h 02 min LiCAS News Churches must carry synodality beyond major assemblies and create space in parishes, families, and schools for voices that have long gone unheard, a Porticus representative told delegates gathered in Jakarta. Pushpa Joseph, Porticus’ program manager for …
- AFRICA/DR CONGO - National dialogue relaunched in July and Churches play a decisive role 23 July 2026 13 h 22 min Fides Thursday, 23 July 2026 Kinshasa (Fides News Agency) – Hopes are growing for progress in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s national dialogue after the opposition group C64 announced the suspension of a protest march that had been scheduled for 22 July …
- Chinese authorities set to demolish 1,060 dwellings of monks and nuns in Larung Gar 23 July 2026 13 h 12 min The Tibet Post International Dharamshala — The Chinese authorities have demolished thousands of residences of Tibetan monks and nuns in Larung Gar, the world’s largest Tibetan Buddhist institute, since 2001. The latest wave of demolitions began in mid-July and is set to destroy 1,060 …
- Yogi Adityanath Targets SP, Congress Over Faith, Governance; Launches ₹995 Crore Development Projects… 23 July 2026 13 h 10 min The Impressive Times Chief Minister inaugurates district's first six-lane flyover, unveils infrastructure projects worth nearly ₹1,000 crore, and highlights law and order, employment and healthcare achievements Gorakhpur, July 23: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi …
- Ignatian Spirituality: Characteristics & Elements 23 July 2026 12 h 50 min Daijiworld News July 23, 2026 Introduction: Every year the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) all over the world celebrates the feast of St Ignatius Loyola on 31 July. There are so many priests, religious (both men and women) and lay faithful follow the Ignatian Spirituality in …
- Hindus back UNESCO World Heritage bid for Mount Olympus 23 July 2026 12 h 21 min Neos Kosmos A Hindu statesman has voiced support for Mount Olympus to be recognised on the UNESCO World Heritage List, describing the Greek mountain as a site of global religious and cultural significance. Rajan Zed, president of the Universal Society of Hinduism, …
- 250 Ayodhya seers to meet to discuss Ram temple rituals, trust reforms 23 July 2026 12 h 21 min The Federal Ayodhya (UP), Jul 22 (PTI) A crucial meeting of around 250 seers from Ayodhya's mutts, temples and akharas, along with Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) functionaries, will be held here on Thursday to deliberate on issues relating to the Ram temple. The …
- New Coalition Aims to Challenge Global Jihadist Violence 23 July 2026 12 h 11 min Hungarian Conservative Victims and representatives of communities scarred by jihadist violence will gather in Washington, DC, on Thursday, 23 July, for the inaugural conference of the International Freedom Coalition (IFC), a new organization seeking to give persecuted minorities …
- The Age of Tanzimat and Freemasonry 23 July 2026 12 h 08 min The European Times Constitutional movements in the Ottoman Empire began at the dawn of the 18th century. The nineteenth century was the climax of the chaotic socio-political… Constitutional movements in the Ottoman Empire began at the dawn of the 18th century. The nineteenth …
- Pakistani Religious Freedom Advocate Kashif Mirza Receives America 250 IRF Courage Award in Washington 23 July 2026 12 h 00 min EIN Presswire WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Muhammad Kashif Mirza, Director of the International Religious Freedom (IRF) Roundtable Pakistan and a leading advocate for religious freedom and minority rights, has been …
- Kristin Landers: Will Alabama choose to emulate Florida or Texas with regard to Islam? 23 July 2026 11 h 40 min 1819 News - Alabama Controversial action thriller “Citizen Vigilante” debuted in the United States on June 19. Directed by German filmmaker Uwe Boll, the movie focuses on average citizen Sanders, who is enraged by rising street crime. Sanders takes it upon himself to exercise …
- Cambodian Buddhist Leaders Call for Stronger Monastic Discipline Ahead of Rains Retreat 23 July 2026 11 h 11 min Buddhistdoor Global From khmertimeskh.com Cambodia’s senior Buddhist leaders have called on monks and religious authorities across the country to strengthen monastic discipline, expand Buddhist education, and prevent misconduct during the annual rains retreat, which is …
- Kosovo: A young European society, ancient heritage, a new opening 23 July 2026 10 h 51 min Daily Trust In the heart of the Balkans lies Kosovo, a territory whose story is often told through the language of international politics, recognition, sovereignty and unresolved disputes. Yet behind those familiar diplomatic questions is a society of deep cultural …
- China’s fresh Larung Gar demolitions assault on Tibetan identity: CTA 23 July 2026 10 h 40 min Hindustan Times The Dharamshala-based Tibetan government-in-exile has raised alarm over a fresh wave of demolitions allegedly launched by Chinese authorities at Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, the world’s largest Tibetan Buddhist institute in eastern Tibet, describing the …
- Ayodhya seers to meet over Ram temple rituals, trust reforms after donation theft row 23 July 2026 10 h 26 min The Pioneer A crucial meeting of around 250 seers from Ayodhya's mutts, temples and akharas, along with Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) functionaries, will be held at Ayodhya on Thursday, July 23 to deliberate on issues relating to the Ram temple, PTI reported. The …
- Widespread Muharram and Arbaeen Mourning Gatherings Held Across Pakistan 23 July 2026 9 h 53 min Shia Waves Home/NEWS/Islam World/Iran/Widespread Muharram and Arbaeen Mourning Gatherings Held Across Pakistan Iran July 23, 2026 0 23 1 minute read Widespread Muharram and Arbaeen Mourning Gatherings Held Across Pakistan ——————————- With the arrival …
- Burkina Faso Leader Faces Growing Rift with Muslim Scholars Over Religious Policies 23 July 2026 9 h 53 min Shia Waves Burkina Faso Leader Faces Growing Rift with Muslim Scholars Over Religious Policies —————————————- Burkina Faso’s transitional leader Captain Ibrahim Traore has intensified his campaign against what he describes as “radical Islam,” warning that authorities …
- First VHP-RSS meeting with Ayodhya saints today after Ram Temple donation theft: What's on the agenda 23 July 2026 9 h 37 min India TV News Ayodhya: For the first time since the alleged donation theft at the Ayodhya Ram Temple came to light, senior saints, representatives of the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) will meet on Thursday to discuss the fallout …
- Molly Crabapple on the Jewish Bund 23 July 2026 9 h 27 min Literary Hub Artist and writer Molly Crabapple joins co-hosts Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan to talk about the Jewish Labor Bund and its socialist, secular, anti-Zionist principles. Crabapple, whose artist great-grandfather Sam Rothbort was part of the …
- Return of the Hindu-Nationalist Bhadralok? Syama Prasad Mukherjee and BJP's search for Bengali past 23 July 2026 9 h 23 min Maktoob Media Since 2014, the Bharatiya Janata Party has conquered much of India's political map. Yet one prize long eluded it, and its resistance was never merely electoral — it was intellectual. West Bengal, the province that gave modern India its first stirrings …
- What is the FCRA Amendment Bill 2026? Why churches and opposition parties are protesting it 23 July 2026 9 h 07 min News9 Live The proposed FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 has triggered political and public debate in India. While the Centre says the changes will improve transparency and strengthen national security, opposition parties and church organisations argue that the stricter …
- Antisemitism 'using Zionism as an excuse', rabbi tells royal commission 23 July 2026 9 h 05 min ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) A recent wave of antisemitism has been far-reaching, even targeting Jewish people who are critical of the Israeli government, a royal commission probing the phenomenon has heard. The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has been hearing …
- Video: Nigerians Arrested ‘for Wearing Cross’ – US Envoy 23 July 2026 8 h 56 min News Central United States Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz has raised alarm over the persecution of Christians in Nigeria, claiming that individuals are being arrested “literally for just wearing a cross around their neck.” “Churches are being burned. …
- Evangelical Views Toward Israel Slip to New Low 23 July 2026 8 h 01 min Christianity Today Evangelical Christians are not immune to growing negative sentiment toward Israel among Americans, a new Pew Research Center survey found. While white evangelicals are still more likely to back Israel’s government than other religious groups, their support …
- What the Religious Left Gets Wrong 23 July 2026 8 h 01 min The Gospel Coalition Critics have been largely silent about religious reasoning toward progressive causes, despite politicians like Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia arguing for expanding abortion access on religious grounds and U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico claiming …
- Himachal Pradesh High Court refuses to cancel FIR over books ‘insulting’ Hindu gods 23 July 2026 7 h 53 min The Indian Express 4 min readNew DelhiJul 23, 2026 12:01 PM IST The Himachal Pradesh High Court has refused to cancel an FIR over books that allegedly carried derogatory content against Hindu gods and saints, observing that such content may amount to insulting the religious …
- Rath Yatra 2026: Why Ganjam Kewda Flowers Hold A Special Place In Jagannath Temple Traditions? 23 July 2026 7 h 24 min Free Press Journal Rath Yatra is one of the most observed Hindu festivals which is predominantly celebrated in Odisha. The yatra is observed every year where lakhs of devotees from around the world participate in the festival dedicated to Lord Jagannath. The Jagannath Temple …
- Tinubu govt’s alleged appropriation of N8.05bn for mosques, churches stirs controversy 23 July 2026 6 h 40 min Daily Post President Bola Tinubu government’s decision to dole out N8.05 billion for the construction and renovation of mosques for Muslims and churches for Christians across the country has stirred sharp criticisms. While some see the move as trivializing the socio- …
- IGP told to ensure fair investigation in case against YouTuber 23 July 2026 5 h 43 min The News International In the case against a YouTuber pertaining to hurting religious sentiments, the Sindh High Court (SHC) has directed the provincial police chief to personally look into the matter and ensure that the investigation is concluded strictly in accordance with …
- Ram Mandir Trust announces reforms after donation counting controversy 23 July 2026 5 h 27 min Asianet Newsable Following alleged donation counting irregularities, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust announced major reforms. These include live CCTV monitoring of counting, a review of banking systems, and the reconstitution of its religious committee. The …
- Photos of the Week: A Buddhist monk and his dog, earthquake recovery efforts 23 July 2026 5 h 10 min Religion News Service By Nicole Gutierrez · July 22, 2026 (RNS) — Each week RNS presents a gallery of photos of religious expression around the world. This week’s photo selection includes a Buddhist monk who led a Walk for Peace, recovery efforts after earthquakes in Venezuela …
- How the eclipse of Ihsan dimmed Muslim civilisation's radiance 23 July 2026 5 h 07 min Awaz The Voice Amir Suhail Wani Among the many profound teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, few encapsulate the essence of Islam as comprehensively as the Hadith of Jibril. In this remarkable narration, the Angel Jibril asked the Prophet three defining questions: What is …
- Swiss evangelicals urge the lifting of ban on public officials wearing religious symbols 23 July 2026 4 h 52 min Evangelical Focus Three Swiss evangelical leaders recently appealed to the courts against the recent constitutional provision, that bans members of parliament and local elected representatives from wearing religious symbols. The new constitutional provision, passed on 14 …
- China’s Ideology Chief Calls for Greater Stability, Tighter Religious Control During Tibet Visit 23 July 2026 4 h 46 min StratNews Global Home Team SNG China’s Ideology Chief Calls for Greater Stability, Tighter Religious Control During Tibet... China's ideology chief Wang Huning has called for tighter stability measures, stronger ethnic unity and greater Communist Party control in Tibet …
- Health and Human Services Hidden Handouts 23 July 2026 4 h 31 min Middle East Forum Introduction In both the Islamic world and in the West, Islamists implement social welfare projects to obtain political legitimacy and power. Through public works such as building and operating schools, hospitals, orphanages, and community centers, modern …
- Church leads relief effort in Peru after deadly quakes damage 16th-century church 23 July 2026 4 h 29 min Angelus News - California After a pair of earthquakes struck the mountainous region of Junín in Peru, the Catholic Church in the country expressed solidarity with victims' families and is coordinating humanitarian aid to help victims, as well as efforts to preserve damaged …