Religion, Caste and Ballot: Identity Politics and the Polls 2024
Vol. LXII No. 01
Date: April 7, 2024
What the Elections will Churn out: Democracy or Dictatorship?
The BJP government is determined that it will leave no stone unturned to recapture power by fair or foul means. This should be good to remember that the BJP started…
State Won’t Exist If BJP Comes to Power,Warns Stalin
Mr.Stalin made this attack against Mr.Modi while addressing an election campaign meeting at Koradachery, near Tiruvarurrecently.He was seeking votefor DMK candidate and CPIcandidate.Mr. Stalin warned that if BJP came to…
God’s Closeness to Man may Open Thy Eye
People exhaust themselves by approaching false and powerless beings whom they foolishly fancy to be their deities but who have neither the power to hear nor to grant their prayers.…
The Best Charity
Here, the Messenger of Allah ﷺprovides the believers with a measure to make the charity best. Having contentment while giving out one’s wealth in charity means that there should be…
Religion, Caste and Ballot: Identity Politics and the Polls 2024
Delving into the intricate web of Indian electoral dynamics, we encounter a landscape where faith and lineage wield significant influence alongside policy platforms and governance records. From religious and caste…
In Last Ten Years, MuslimPolitical Deprivation Level Almost Doubled For
Aslam Sher Khan, former hockey Olympian and union minister who stood for Lok Sabha five times from the Betul constituency in Madhya Pradesh, has a different perspective on the marginalization…
IAS Ansar Shaikh Inspiration for Those Facing Challenges in UPSC
No matter how many challenges come their way, some people try to overcome them and achieve a special position. IAS Ansar Shaikh is one of them. His father used to…
Government-Friendly Films on the Rise Ahead of General Elections
The Muslim minority, in particular, finds itself marginalized and misrepresented in these narratives, further exacerbating existing socio-political tensions. The focus on saffronization, or the promotion of Hindu nationalist ideology, reinforces…
Minority issues to be considered in the upcoming elections
From primary education to adequate representation, minorities, especially Muslims, face numerous challenges. Furthermore, over the past 10 years, since the ascent of the Narendra Modi-led extreme right-wing government, the situation…
783 million people face chronic hunger. Yet the world wastes
Fadila Jumare, a Nigeria-based project associate at Busara Center for Behavioral Economics who has studied prevention of food waste in Kenya and Nigeria, said the problem further disadvantages many people…
How EVMs can be compromised, live demo presented by EVM
In order to allow voters who no longer believe in EVMs to cast their ballots, he stated that he would like to see ballots kept in polling booths for the…
Transhumanism: The Endgame!
A weak in moral disconnected ignorant unhealthy population is an easy target for the next stage. The creation of an entire generation of androgynous beings. Masculinity is under attack psychologically,…
Will Parties Include Minorities’Concernsin Manifestos When Majoritarianismis in Full Swing?
But for concerned citizens, who believe in democracy and good governance, a manifesto is a measure to analyzepre-poll promises and the delivery of those promises after the formation of government.…
Parched Nation – Nurturing India’s Waterscape through Islamic Insights
Muslims are considered stewards (Khalifah) of the Earth, entrusted with its care and preservation. This principle emphasizes the responsible use of water resources to ensure their sustainability for future generations.…
Foreign Media Coverage of CAA
The BBC News in its story dated 12 March, by Nikhila Henry in Delhi and Kathryn Armstrong in London reports that the CAA faces criticism for being anti-Muslim. It allows…
Revisiting Al-Shifa of Qazi Ayaz
Abul Fazal Ayaz bin Musa Yahsubi (476 - 507 Hijri) was born in Ceuta. His forefathers had shifted there from Al-Andalus. The city of Ceuta lies between the Mediterranean Sea…
The Dawn of Devin: How AI is Transforming the Market
Devin’s impact spans diverse industries, revolutionizing operations and driving innovation. In finance, its algorithmic trading platforms, like those used by hedge funds such as Renaissance Technologies, optimize investment strategies, maximizing…
Hijab-wearing players in women’s NCAA Tournament hope to inspire others
“Representation really matters,” said Konate whose team lost in the first round of the tournament to Gonzaga. “Just having people, young Muslim women wearing the hijab, we’re not there yet.…
Embracing Imperfection: Finding Comfort and Purpose in the Last Days
Yet, within the depths of this turmoil lies a profound truth: the very essence of these feelings signifies a journey towards deeper consciousness of Allah, known as taqwa. It is…
Two Sisters Produce Embroidered Quran
Two sisters of Bengaluruhave written the Quran on cloth with hand embroidery, replicating the copy printed in Madinah. Suraiya Qureshi and Tabassum Qureshi took almost five years to complete their…
An iftar event with a difference
The programme began with the JIH leaders laying the dinner tables and putting the plates, glasses and water jugs on them. They then served these employees the iftar that included…
Shaheen to provide contemporary education to theology students
Madrasa Plus is designed to offer quality residential facilities, nutritious meals, and top-tier education to its participants, ensuring a conducive learning environment. As part of the program, each Madrasa will…
Hindu Shrine extends Iftar in coastal Karnataka
The Iftar held on Sunday at Muhiyuddin Juma Masjid highlighted the strong bond between Hindus and Muslims that has been the hallmark of the village, says the Masjid president BathishPatrakodi.
Protesters in Casablanca Rally in Solidarity with Gaza Amid Escalating
The toll of the conflict continues to mount, with over 32,623 lives lost in Gaza, the majority being women and children. As families strive to observe the holy month of…
Entire Family Converts to Islam in Louisville, USA
The momentous occasion was facilitated by Sabeel Ahmed guiding them through the process of conversion. As per Islamic tradition, the family recited the Shahadah, the testimony of faith, both in…
Al-Qassam Brigades say they hit 3 Israeli tanks, bulldozer in
Israel has waged a deadly military offensive on Gaza since an Oct. 7 cross-border attack by the Palestinian resistance group Hamas, in which 1,139 Israelis were killed.
ICJ orders Israel to take action to address Gaza famine
In January the ICJ, also known as the World Court, ordered Israel to refrain from any acts that could fall under the Genocide Convention and to ensure its troops commit…
US & Israel: Who is bending for whom?
The administration of US President Joe Biden provided unprecedented support to Israel, making its military machines with weapons and ammunition available for it without interruption. It also gave continuous political…
