Tag Archives: Indian Muslims

by: Dr Tajammul Hussain India’s cultural and political complexities, particularly regarding the Hindutva ideology and its impact on Indian Muslims, are important and worthy of deeper examination. India is a diverse and multifaceted country with a long history of coexistence, but it also faces significant challenges today, especially related to …

In a notable development during the most recent American elections, many within the Muslim community made their voices heard, underscoring their active civic engagement despite expressing dissatisfaction with both major political parties. This election season saw heightened participation, as Muslim Americans voiced concerns on critical issues – especially the Israel-Gaza …

India is a great nation with stringent Gun Control laws that contribute to its overall peace and security. Unlike countries with minimal Gun Control, such as the United States, where a lack of firearm regulation has led to incidents involving children and teenagers, India allows only licensed arms, ensuring societal …

October 14 marked a somber day for the Chicago Muslim community as they mourned the loss of Maulana Nadeem Wajdi, a revered spiritual leader, scholar, and author. Maulana Nadeem Wajdi was the father of Mufti Yassir Nadeem Wajdi, the visionary behind Burhan Academy, a robust Islamic institution offering spiritual nurturing …

Hyderabad, October 6: The Honorary Consul of Germany for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Amita Desai on Sunday appreciated the rich cultural fabric of Hyderabad. She was addressing the gathering on the 37th Founder’s Day celebration of Mukarram Jah School, held on October 6th at the historic Masarath Mahal, Purani Haveli …

By: J.S. Ifthekhar The Wakf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 has become a major challenge for the Modi government, sparking widespread controversy. The proposed amendments have not only provoked opposition parties but also galvanized Muslim bodies, who view the bill as an overreach into the religious and community affairs of Muslims. This …

This list highlights key issues such as the rise of Hindutva politics, discrimination against Muslims, media representation, and incidents of hate crimes. 1. Communal Riots and Tensions India has witnessed various instances of communal violence between Hindus and Muslims, such as the Gujarat riots (2002) and the Delhi riots (2020). …

Hyderabad, September 14 — At the launch of his enlightening new book, “Prophet for the World,” Maulana Khalid Saifullah Rahmani took a firm stand against the rising tide of Islamophobia. In a compelling keynote address, Rahmani called for a deeper understanding of Islam’s true teachings and emphasized the importance of …

Hyderabad, September 14: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy stressed the need for unity and secularism in times of change. “Some people are trying to spread poison. We must work to protect the fabric of our society. We have to be careful of people who are spreading poison for electoral …

New Delhi, 14 September 2024: The General Secretary of the All India Muslim Personal Law Board, Hazrat Maulana Muhammad Fazl-ur-Rahim Mujjadidi Sahib, issued a statement today urging the community to continue sending feedback on the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) until the deadline of 12:00 …

Hyderabad, September 03: Safdariya Girls High School, a landmark institution in Humayun Nagar, marked a significant milestone on September 3, 2024, by celebrating its 90th anniversary. Founded in 1934 by the distinguished philanthropist and reformist, Begum Sughra Humayun Mirza, the school has been a beacon of education and empowerment for …

Chicago, IL: Community activists on Saturday issued an urgent call to Muslims in Chicago and across the United States to support the development of Burhan Academy, an ambitious project poised to become the “largest future Islamic school in America.” The Academy is set to rise from the grounds of the …

Hyderabad- 4th August: The importance of preserving Hyderabad’s cultural and historical heritage was highlighted during the release of Syed Khaled Shahbaaz’s book, The Kohinoors. The event, which took place the other day to mark the silver jubilee of Media Plus and the Gawah journal, saw participation from notable figures across different …

Deobandi thought in India has been influenced by the Indian ethos and culture, imbibing it with accepting diversity in plurality, and yet maintaining the pristine form of Islam. Thus, due to its Indian ethos, it has gone not in favour of extreme ideologies and syncretism. And the manner in which …

                                                                               – Ram Puniyani The propaganda machinery of the BJP is quite strong and the party’s parent organisation RSS further expands the reach of this machinery. The basic premise of the propaganda campaign of the RSS-BJP has always been to distort medieval history to demonise Muslims and glorify the ancient Indian civilisation and …

Hyderabad, October 26: Ahead of the 2023 Assembly Elections in the state, the Ahle e Hadith sect of the Muslim community pledged their support to the Congress party. The delegation presented a charter of demands to Mr Zafar Javeed, Convenor of the Telangana Congress Minority Declaration Committee on Thursday. The …

Prince Mukarram Jah was the titular 8th Nizam of Hyderabad. He was  the eldest son of the 7th Nizam, Mir Osman Ali Khan, and his wife, Princess Durru Shehvar.   1. Dual Royal Lineage: Mukarram Jah was born into two illustrious royal dynasties. His mother, the Princess of Berar Durru Shehvar, …

سچ تو مگر کہنے دو ! ڈاکٹر سید فاضل حسین پرویز فرقہ پرست طاقتوں کے ذہنوں میں وقفہ وقفہ سے کیڑے کلبلاتے رہتے ہیں جس کی وجہ سے وہ مسلمانوں سے چھیڑ خوانی کرتے ہیں۔ انہیں مشتعل کرنے کی کوشش کرتے ہیں۔ اور کبھی ان کے زخموں کو کریدکر تکلیف …

Imparting modern education to madrasa students is nothing new. The concept is now being sought to be implemented in a different way to make it more effective and popular. The Shaheen Group of Schools along with the Sahayata Trust, Safa Baitul Maal and other organisations, have decided to educate 5000 …

Glimpses of a Ramadan in America Three years after the Covid 19 pandemic shut doors of organizations including religious institutions like Masjids globally, many Muslims were overjoyed while many were deeply humbled to be able to experience the bliss of Ramadan once again. From congregational prayers in full attendance to …

72nd Tameer e Millat Jalsa Announced All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) leaders are all set to address a mammoth public meeting in the city, said Mr Syed Aneesuddin, Chairman Reception Committee, 72nd Jalsa Yaum-e-Rahmatul lil Alameen organized by the All India Majlis e Tameer e Millat (AIMTM). Addressing a press …

Chicago-based Hyderabadis hosted a felicitation ceremony in honor of Dr. Ausaf Sayeed, Ambassador of Saudi Arabia and former Consul General of Chicago. Hosted by Syed Ashfaq Hussain in Naperville, community leaders, former Lt. Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti, Senator Laura Clymore Ellman, Dr. Benjamin M. White, Councilman, Dr. Suresh Reddy, Trustee, Oak Brook were among those in attendance. 

Baig Ehsaas was an excellent novelist, standard critic, compassionate teacher, eminent literary journalist and an excellent man passed away. Here's what educationists and academia thinks about his departure. 

A recent survey throws contradictory and unbelievable findings, yet it also underlines how an Indian really feels. For most political parties, sociologists and psephologists what a common Indian on the street thinks matters most. It is an insight into a common man’s psyche, which allows them to strategies and formulate …

If the Indian madrassas could reorient themselves, it may silence their critics besides influencing the government to support these initiatives. The first institute of Islamic Madrassa education was at the estate of Hazrat Zaid bin Arkam near a hill called Safa in Makkah, where Prophet Muhammad was the teacher and …

by: Asad Mirza The political developments during the last five years, and in particular since the last May have forced many a Muslim intellectuals, community sympathisers and well-wishers to turn into a pessimist. They are brooding that many recent political developments and reaction of the Muslim religious and community leaders …

Inter-generational Poverty Increasing Among Muslims Students Must Struggle, Dream to Succeed: Priyanka Verghese IFS Hyderabad, August 24: Nearly 10 crore people in India suffer from chronic poverty, that total number of poor is more than 30 crores, he noted while adding that the average proportion of poor in India is 20%. …