US places Pakistan on Special Watch List for violations of religious freedom

The United States has placed Pakistan on a special watch list for “severe violations” of religious freedom, the State Department said. The announcement came as Secretary of State Rex......

Ensure religious minorities are protected: US lawmakers write to PM Modi

'We also urge you to take steps to control the activities of groups, such as the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh,' said the letter signed by 34 top American lawmakers.  Expressing serious concern......

'US panel views on minorities based on lack of understanding of India'

India on Thursday dismissed allegations made during a US Congressional Commission briefing that "violence" against minorities was taking place after the advent of the Modi government, saying it was......

US Congress to hold hearing on religious minorities in India

A key United States Congressional committee has called for a public hearing on the rights and freedoms of religious minorities in India to be held early next month. The Tom Lantos Human Rights......