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One of the Indian mystics who celebrated divine love and syncretic devotion was Maulana Hasrat Mohani. In his own words, he was a Sufi momin (Sufi believer), ishtiraaki Muslim (secular Muslim), Aashiq-e-Rasool (lover of the holy Prophet) and at the same time, a Krishna bhakt (devotee of Krishna). (Representational image)

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The myriad interpretations of Sufi anthem Mast Qalandar'

Recently, it was claimed on a TV show that Saghar Siddiqui penned the famous song.

6 Dec 2019 2:57 AM IST

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How Bajwa affair may impact politics in Pakistan

First is the attempted perpetuation of status quo.

6 Dec 2019 2:56 AM IST

$Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched a blistering attack on the opposition JMM-Congress alliance in Jharkhand, alleging it followed the politics of \deception\ while the BJP believed in service of people. (Photo: Twitter/ ANI)$ Opinion

Keep promises to states

It will kill the concept of cooperative federalism that he claimed to espouse since he came to power in 2014.

6 Dec 2019 2:53 AM IST

All Bengal Minority Youth Federation activists shout protest against the final draft of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam. (Photo: PTI)

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Dubious politics behind rush to enact new CAB

Thus, when illegal immigrants become citizens under the new law, they will not be free to reside where they like as...

6 Dec 2019 2:51 AM IST

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Story of Oudh's begum & prince comes to life

As early as 1975, Anjum Qadar, whose descent from the Oudh royals is established, had rubbished Wilayat Mahal's...

6 Dec 2019 2:47 AM IST

In September this year, the Union Cabinet had decided to ban Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS), popularly referred to as electronic cigarettes or e-cigarettes in India. (Photo: ANI)

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Ban on e-cigarettes smart move by Modi govt, upsets a small minority

Entry of the youth into smoking e-cigarettes is easier than into conventional cigarettes.

6 Dec 2019 2:46 AM IST

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Mystic Mantra: The glory of the Bhagavad Gita

The background, setting and atmosphere of the Upanishads were very different.

6 Dec 2019 2:44 AM IST

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Mystic Mantra: On the meanings behind Advent symbols

The wreath reminds us of both the immortality of our souls and God's promise of everlasting life to us through Christ.

5 Dec 2019 7:37 AM IST

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SC's Ayodhya verdict fails to shore up BJP's political clout

Wali wooed and applauded the diverse people of India. Aurangzeb alienated them, a departure from his forbears, led by...

5 Dec 2019 7:31 AM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray formally takes charge of his office in Mumbai on Friday. (Photo: PTI)

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Uddhav makes a good start

The Thackeray government has also withdrawn cases against activists who opposed the setting up of the Nanar oil refinery...

5 Dec 2019 7:28 AM IST

One could go on and on about the effects of climate change, but this newspaper has only 16 pages.

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Madrid CoP 2019: Can India save the world?

The CoP this year is a preparation to strike a deal at the CoP to be held next year in Glasgow.

5 Dec 2019 7:26 AM IST

Tanhaji, based on Shivajis war against the Mughals, sees Ajay Devgn and Saif Ali Khan playing Maratha leader Tanhaji Malusare and Mughal stooge Udaybhan Rathore respectively. The film is slated to release after a month of Panipats release.

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Why does Panipat the movie make Afghans see red? It's simply history

It was reported that there are perceptions that the movie insulted Ahmad Shah Abdali, prompting sharp reactions from...

5 Dec 2019 1:09 AM IST