Masjids as Centres of Compassion and Care During COVID-19
Vol. LXII No. 50
Date: March 16, 2025
Fast Forward to Fascism
The single aim of this film is instigating citizens to hysterical reaction with a view to prepare people to violence. It is unfortunate that the common citizens through such films…
Delimitation a Fundamental Assault on Federalism
Stalin has called on Chief Ministers in southern and eastern India to form a united front against the delimitation exercise, warning that the process – if executed as per the…
Masajid are Sanctuaries
Places of worship should properly remain in the custody of devout and God-fearing people, so that even if bad people did go there they would be deterred from committing misdeeds…
Dearest Parts on the Face of the Earth
The Masjids are the most beloved place to Allah as they are the places of gatherings for the believers to worship Allah the Exalted and there are a lot of…
From Corona to Kumbh: The Welfare Journey of Masajid
From the early days of Islam, Masajid have always been centres of social and welfare services. However, our countrymen were unaware of this aspect of Masajid. It was only after…
Community-Led Covid Relief: Masjids and Organisations Unite in Crisis
During the initial wave of the pandemic, Masjids such as Masjid-e-Umar Farooq in MS Palya, Masjid-e-Mamoor in Koramangala, and Masjid-e-Ummul Hasnain in Indira Nagar emerged as key support hubs. Various…
The Multifaceted Role of Masjids in the Era of Prophet
We will be honouring the vision of the Prophet ﷺ and the Rightly Guided Caliphs if we start changing the concept of Masjids as merely places of worship to hubs…
Masajid as Places of Education, Help and Humanitarian Aid
The motto was, “No one should go to sleep hungry”. However, this humanitarian upsurge in Mosques did not stay limited to the boundaries of Mumbai. With a strict lockdown imposed…
Masjid’s Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 information and counsellingcentre provided two crucial services to the community: 1. Information on Bed Availability: The centre offered real-time information on the availability of hospital beds in both…
Masjids in Lucknow Extended Lifesaving Aid to Peopleduring COVID-19
The efforts of mosques in Lucknow during the COVID-19 pandemic – helping infected Hindus and Muslims – deserve immense recognition. By offering such help and support, mosques not only saved…
The Role of Masjids in Madhya Pradesh during Covid-19 pandemic
The concept of Masjids as community centres is deeply rooted in Islamic philosophy and theology. The Prophet Muhammad’s ﷺ Masjid in 7th-century Madinah exemplified this, serving as a hub for…
Masjids’ Humanitarian Efforts during the COVID-19 Pandemic
The role of Masjids in the response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Delhi has been an epitome of resilience, solidarity, and a commitment to serve humanity. Therefore, as we move…
Masjids as Centres of Compassion and Care: A Legacy of
Masjids across India have long served as more than just places of worship. They have emerged as hubs of social welfare, providing essential services to people of all communities. From…
Social Media and the Crisis Before Indian Journalism
As citizens of this great country, we have to make a determined effort towards serious and objective writing in news media so that the culture of a well-informed, rational and…
Remembering the Oppressed and Deprived this Ramadan
Prayers and invocations are powerful, but they must be accompanied by action. Ramadan is not just a test of self-restraint; it is a test of our conscience. Every moment of…
A Shift Toward Darkness The DPDP Act and the Government’s
The DPDP Act goes beyond restricting public access to information; it centralises power within the executive and shields corporate elites from scrutiny. By allowing the government to exempt any entity…
International Law at a Crossroads: Can Gaza Spark a Global
Those who continue to support Israel have practically disowned international law altogether. The consequences of their decisions are dire. But for the rest of humanity, the Gaza war can be…
Freedom of Expression has Its Limitations
Balancing the right to speak freely with the need to protect public order and individual dignity remains one of the most delicate challenges faced by societies worldwide. The rise of…
Kerala Temple Hosts Iftar, Showcasing Religious Harmony
Similar Iftar events were held in Nileshwaram, Palikkara, and Thrikaripur, strengthening interfaith relations. The temple committee personally reached out to Masjid representatives and distributed food, deepening community ties. Sabir Cherumal,…
Hate Speech in India Surged by 74% in 2024: Report
The surge in hate speech was closely linked to the 2024 general elections, as well as state elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand. The report alleged the increasing role of top…
Villagers Dig for Mughal-Era Gold in MP after Watching Bollywood
Following the movie’s release, hundreds of villagers gathered at the fort around 7 PM, armed with shovels, metal detectors, and torches, determined to uncover the supposed treasure. Their efforts continued…
Ahmedabad Police Arrest Muslim Man for Speaking to Media About
Despite being a complainant, Hussain was arrested after the police claimed that his media statements and social media posts had incited communal tensions. The Ahmedabad Social Media Cell took note…
‘Christchurch 2.0’:Teen Arrested over Online Threat against Sydney Masjid
“Following a referral ... to the Western Australia Police Force just before 5pm, a 16-year-old boy was arrested at Eaton, in southwest Western Australia,” NSW Police said. Police say there…
Mass Trial of Tunisia’s Opposition Leaders Begins, HRW Calls It
Many of the defendants, who stand charged with offences ranging from “plotting against the state security” to “belonging to a terrorist group” are notable critics of the president, including politicians,…
Qatar Rejects Israeli Allegation Linking Aid to Hamas Oct. 7
The media office pointed out that it is well-known within Israel and internationally that all aid sent from Qatar to Gaza was transferred with the full knowledge, support and supervision…
Syria Launches Security Sweep as Assad Loyalists Accused of Attacks
A senior security official in the area reportedly told Reuters that there had been an increase in hit-and-run attacks on security patrols and checkpoints in several towns in Latakia province…
Gaza and Trump’s Shalom
The emergency Arab summit held in Cairo last Tuesday indirectly addressed the issue of disarming Hamas in the tenth item of the resolutions, which spoke of a committee of technocrats…
