In New Delhi, National Security Adviser Ajit Doval emphasized the importance of free flow of thoughts to prevent conflicts related to religious identities, highlighting the need for conflict resolution and introspection by states and societies. His comments were made during the release of the Hindi version of Ahmet T Kuru’s book ‘Islam Authoritarianism: Underdevelopment – A Global and Historical Comparison’, discussing the relationship between state and religion in a broader context. Former Union minister MJ Akbar also spoke at the event, noting the practicality of Sufism in promoting non-hostile relationships within Islam.
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Clock ticking on roll fix: Confusion greets SC order
In Bihar, voters like Diwakar Sharma are racing against a September 1 deadline to restore their names on electoral rolls after the Supreme Court allowed submissions of Aadhaar and other documents for those struck off during the SIR. Confusion and urgency prevail as booth-level officers await formal instructions, while many voters face challenges due to limited internet access and political apathy amid significant deletions from the rolls. Want More Context? 🔎
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