Religion Religion 2020-09-25 Satellite imagery shows China has destroyed 16,000 mosques in Xinjiang Almost a third of major Islamic sacred sites in Xinjiang -- including shrines, cemeteries and pilgrimage routes -- have been razed, according to an extensive investigative report. Religion 2020-09-14 Karachi protesters blame Tehran for inflaming sectarianism Demonstrators accused Shia clerics of using abusive language against the companions of the Prophet Muhammad during Muharram. Religion 2020-08-07 Muslims condemn 'unacceptable' Chinese sale of prayer mats as decorative rugs The attempt to profit from the sale of the mats is indicative of China's overall insensitivity and disrespect toward religion, scholars say. Religion 2020-07-16 Sikh community extends support to members of all faiths during pandemic The Sikh community and other religious minorities are working to help those suffering from the coronavirus pandemic, reflecting the strong bond of interfaith harmony in Pakistan. Religion 2020-06-02 Desecration of caliph's tomb by Iran-backed militias sparks outrage Iranian-backed militias reportedly exhumed the body of Umayyad caliph Umar ibn Abd al-Aziz, and ransacked the tomb. Religion 2020-05-18 Dar-ul-Afta offers virtual support, answers during pandemic The Markazi Ulema Council launched the initiative to provide impartial Sharia-based guidance while Pakistanis are unable to approach ulema in mosques. Religion 2020-04-03 Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan uses COVID-19 outbreak to promote interfaith harmony A charity arm of the party has been helping disinfect mosques, churches, temples and gurdwaras throughout the country. Religion 2020-03-11 As peace returns, so do women to Friday prayer at KP's Sunehri Masjid The historic mosque had been closed to women for almost two decades because of terrorist activity. Religion 2020-03-11 Holi celebrations in Pakistan send message of peace, inter-faith harmony Minorities in Pakistan have been attacked by militants in the past. Religion 2020-01-02 Peshawar's Peace Promoters encourages interfaith harmony among youth The group aims to build a safe platform for youth -- regardless of gender, colour, creed, caste or religious beliefs -- to celebrate their diversity. 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Next
