A temple dedicated to Katyayani Ma was destroyed in the 1990s during the height of violence in Kashmir. Two decades later Muslims and Hindus not only rebuilt the temple, they participated together in a yagna (fire ceremony) where people of all faiths were invited.
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Hindu Muslim Unity: Bangladesh temple draws interfaith crowds
The 800-year-old Dhakeshwari temple is like no other Hindu temple in the world. It is a must-visit for not only the country’s estimated 14 lakh Hindus, but also for the vast majority of Muslims here. Durga Puja, for us, is an occasion to do some social service and strengthen bonds between members of other communities,” says Bashudeb Dhar
Hindu Muslim Unity: Ganga River brings Hindus and Muslims together
The holy river that is the lifeline of millions of people has emerged as an important “unifying factor” between the two communities
Hindu Muslim Unity: Brahmins honor Imam Hussein’s martyrdom
Hindus joined Shia Muslims to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussain
Hindu Muslim Unity: Hindus shelter Muslims during communal riots
In August 2013 communal riots flared up in Muzaffarnagar, UP resulting in army deployments to restore peace. Vedpal and his neighbours stayed up nights and guard homes and cattle of their Muslim neighbours. Around 1,000 Muslims have fled Fugana.
Hindu Muslim Unity: Hindu festival celebrates interfaith unity
Balinese Hindus have already celebrated two major religious events this year: Nyepi and Galungan — each providing an opportunity for the island’s residents to display interfaith tolerance and friendship.
Hindu Muslim Unity: Muslim industrialist rebuilds temple
Famous as one of India’s finest tiger sanctuaries, Ranthambore is now also a shining example of India’s secular traditions after a Muslim industrialist took the initiative to renovate and rebuild a Hindu temple that was in a dilapidated condition for years. I don’t see any difference between a temple and mosque, they are all places of worship,” said Ashik Ali Nathani.
Hindu Muslim Unity: Mothers work for communal harmony
A Mumbai-based organization has tied up with an international women’s advocacy group to create awareness about the need for religious tolerance and communal harmony
Hindu Muslim Unity: Indonesian Muslims honor Hindu day of silence
Everyone on Bali respects Nyepi, the Hindu Day of Silence, regardless of religion. The annual celebration highlights an example of religious tolerance and interfaith co-existence. Muslims performed Friday prayer, but did so without loudspeakers out of respect for Nyepi.
Hindu Muslim Unity: Imams organize interfaith meeting
“Our aim is to reduce the gap between two major communities of Hindus and Muslims and to bring a solution to each and every problem with the help of talks,” said Imam Mohammed Ilyasi, Muslim preacher and the organizer of the meet.
Hindu Muslim Unity: Where Hindus and Muslims pray together
KILLAI: A tradition of over 150 years in Killai, a coastal village in Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, delivers lessons in communal amity when parts of the country have betrayed vulnerability to intolerance.
Hindu Muslim Unity: Sikh, Muslim, Hindu unity in Punjab town
Religion has never been a barrier in this town where all faiths participate in each others religious festivals in this Punjabi city.
