Religion News – Newsletter for February 13, 2011

Tibetans not seeking ‘greater Tibet’: Dalai Lama

DHARAMSALA – Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama has said he is not seeking a ‘greater Tibet’ as alleged by China, but reiterated that he cannot forsake responsibility towards finding a lasting solution to the issue.

As a Tibetan I cannot forsake my people and my responsibility towards finding a lasting solution to the issue … Read this article on Gaea Times at : Tibetans not seeking ‘greater Tibet’: Dalai Lama.

Kathakali performance attempts to enter record books

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM – In a first of its kind attempt, a total of 150 Kathakali artistes came together for a performance lasting 45 minutes here Saturday.

The entire performance was videographed by representatives from the Guinness World Records.
Eminent Kathakali artiste Ettumanur Kannan and his team of dancers gave life to the subtle ‘asanas’ of the … Read more »».

Land slips on Vaishno Devi shrine route to be checked

JAMMU – The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has asked a central government undertaking to scientifically treat the hills to prevent land slips along a 13-km track leading to the shrine, a statement said Saturday.

“The shrine board has engaged Tehri Hydro Development Corporation, a government of India undertaking, for undertaking all measures to …. Original article  : Land slips on Vaishno Devi shrine route to be checked.

Italian town prohibits use of blasphemous phrases

Brignano Gera d’Adda (Italy), Feb 12 (IANS/AKI) The northern Italy town of Brignano Gera d’Adda has approved a measure that bans the use of blasphemous words and phrases from public and business premises.

The council, dominated by the conservative Northern League party, approved the measure forbidding curses including “God”, “Jesus”, and “Mary” in the town …. Source article  : Italian town prohibits use of blasphemous phrases.