Vishwa Hindu Parishad

VHP wants national level law to ban cow slaughter

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad today demanded a national level law to ban cow slaughter, saying failure of the government to frame such a law gave rise to ugly incidents involving cow vigilantes.

Apr 14, 2017, 19:50 PM IST

Togadia asks Centre to follow example of US bombing of IS

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad today asked the central government to follow the example of US bombing of Islamic State targets in Afghanistan to tackle jehadis in the Kashmir valley and elsewhere in the country.

Apr 14, 2017, 19:40 PM IST

Togadia confident of Ram Temple coming up at Ayodhya

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad today expressed confidence that a grand Ram Temple would be built at the birthplace of Lord Ram in Ayodhya.

Apr 14, 2017, 18:34 PM IST

Mend ways over divisive politics, VHP tells Mamata Banerjee

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Tuesday warned West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to "mend your ways", and accused her of dividing and oppressing the Hindus and kindling separatism among Muslims.

Apr 11, 2017, 16:04 PM IST

Complaint filed against Prashant Bhushan for 'offensive' tweet on Lord Krishna

A Vishwa Hindu Parishad activist has lodged a police complaint in Rajasthan's Chittorgarh district against lawyer-politician Prashant Bhushan over his remarks on Lord Krishna while criticising the "anti-Romeo" drive in Uttar Pradesh.

Apr 03, 2017, 15:58 PM IST

Gujarat HC judge recuses from hearing Teesta Setalvad's plea in a tweet case

Teesta Setalvad has been charged with IPC sections 153(a) (promoting enmity between two religious groups) and section 205(a) (outraging religious feelings).

Jan 19, 2017, 22:11 PM IST

Burqa clad VHP leader caught, beaten for molesting women at religious event

A Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) leader was assaulted and was handed over to the police after he allegedly molested women at a Muharram Majlis late on Saturday night. 

Oct 10, 2016, 12:10 PM IST

Naroda Gam riots: SC orders Gujarat court to complete trial within six months

The Naroda Patiya massacre took place on February 28, 2002, in Ahmedabad during the 2002 Gujarat riots

Sep 19, 2016, 13:25 PM IST

VHP's Praveen Togadia hails CM Nitish Kumar for total prohibition in Bihar

VHP International Working President Praveen Togadia today hailed Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for enforcing total prohibition in the state and said he would like to see a countrywide ban on consumption of liquor.

Sep 04, 2016, 16:47 PM IST

VHP demands dismissal of Kashmir government

Alleging attacks on Amarnath pilgrims, he said it was "unacceptable" and added that targeting Hindus will have "serious repercussions".
 

Jul 12, 2016, 10:30 AM IST

RSS to brainstorm on strategy for poll-bound states

Discussions on upcoming elections in four states, including Uttar Pradesh, and steps to spread RSS' programmes.

Jul 10, 2016, 16:32 PM IST

Several organisations demand thorough probe into Jammu temple 'desecration'

Demanding a thorough probe into the two incidents of temple desecration in Jammu, various religious, political and social organisations have appealed to the people to maintain calm and help identify the culprits.

Jun 17, 2016, 18:23 PM IST

VHP affiliate wants ministry on cow welfare and even sets a deadline for Modi govt

The demand comes at a time when consumption of beef has become a controversial issue and has even led to attacks by some fringe right-wing groups.

Jun 16, 2016, 09:54 AM IST

'Impotency' growing among Hindu men, they must worship their manhood: Pravin Togadia

The VHP leader said Hindu couples must have more children in order to tackle the growing numbers of Muslims in the country.

Jun 11, 2016, 13:09 PM IST

Gulberg massacre: Defence seeks minimum punishment as court defers judgement to Friday

Sixty-nine people were killed in the Gulberg Society massacre in the heart of Ahmedabad in 2002 riots. 

Jun 09, 2016, 14:32 PM IST

Gulberg society massacre: Quantum of punishment likely today

A mob of 400 people attacked the Gulberg society in the heart of Ahmedabad and killed the residents on February 27, 2002.

Jun 09, 2016, 08:55 AM IST

'Shorgul' not based on anyone's life: Jimmy Sheirgill

After a petition was filed against forthcoming Bollywood film "Shorgul" alleging that it featured characters inspired by BJP legislator Sangeet Som, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and cabinet Minister Azam Khan, actor Jimmy Sheirgill has said the movie is not based on anyone's life.

Jun 02, 2016, 19:26 PM IST

VHP president Praveen Togadia visits Bajrang Dal's 'self-defence' camp in Noida, defends arms training of activists

Over 300 Bajrang Dal activists are undergoing training to handle situations like 'attacks by extremist groups' in the week-long camp which started on May 21.

May 28, 2016, 09:30 AM IST

Listen to the government, Bajrang Dal is not BJP, says Amit Shah

Amit Shah said the BJP is considering alliances with smaller parties and that the ruling Samajwadi Party will be its main rival in Uttar Pradesh.

May 27, 2016, 18:54 PM IST

VHP accuses UP government of polarising people

Bajrang Dal, the youth wing of the VHP, had organised a “self-defence training camp” in Ayodhya on May 10.

May 26, 2016, 17:36 PM IST