The Muslim community in Mumbai has decided to postpone their Eid-e-Milad procession to September 18, coinciding with Anant Chaturdashi or Ganesh Visarjan, which is celebrated on September 17. This decision was made to ensure smooth celebrations for both festivals, with community leaders highlighting concerns about potential logistical challenges and security issues if the processions were held simultaneously.
Pope Francis embarked on a historic four-nation tour, his longest and most ambitious yet, beginning with a visit to Indonesia, a Muslim-majority nation. The visit focuses on interfaith relations and the promotion of religious harmony, with Pope Francis set to meet with representatives of all six officially recognized religions in Indonesia. The tour comes amidst concerns about growing religious discrimination in the country.
