The Waqf Amendment Act 2025 A Siege on Muslim Autonomy and Identity
Vol. LXIII No. 03
Date: April 20, 2025
Agenda for Muslims of India
Even after 75 years of Independence, in this most populous and democratic country, the 20 crore Muslims are continuously facing unlimited difficulties and problems. These difficulties have become more complicated…
Karnataka Caste Survey
A new Category 1-A has been created specifically for nomadic and most backward castes. These communities, which were earlier included in Category 2-A, have now been moved to 1-A, which…
All Humans are Equal
All human beings are equal, for their Creator is One, their substance of creation is one, and their way of creation is one, and they are descended from the same…
Islam Rejects Social Inequality
One of the major problems facing mankind today is social inequality. The developed world can send a man to the moon but cannot stop man from hating and fighting his…
The Waqf Amendment Act 2025 A Siege on Muslim Autonomy
Waqf Boards must undertake reforms to address corruption, ensure transparency, and restore community trust. Vigilance committees should monitor implementation of the Act, report abuses, and engage watchdog bodies when needed.
Calling Out Misleading Arguments over Waqf
Perhaps the most absurd claim surrounds the Bill’s requirement that only those practising Islam for at least five years can dedicate property as Waqf. A BJP MP from the JPC…
The Political Purpose Behind the Waqf (Amendment) Bill2024
Despite trying to maintain a facade of strength through provocative speeches by figures like Yogi Adityanath and Amit Shah, the truth is that Modi 3.0 is far weaker than its…
Why are You Opposing the Waqf Amendment Act? Here are
As per the previous Act, the Chairman of the Waqf Board was elected democratically. In the current Act, this democratic method has been ended. All 22 people, including the Chairman,…
Anti-Mandal Forces Weakening Waqf: Pappu Yadav
Pappu Yadav asserted that the Muslims were being targeted by BJP. He said that the Muslims were demeaned by branding them as ‘Child machine’. He asked who said to identify…
Nationwide Protests Erupt After Friday Prayers over Waqf Amendment Act
Mumbai’s Byculla witnessed a silent protest outside Chishti Hindustani Masjid, where worshippers tied black armbands around their arms during prayers and held placards denouncing the Act. AIMIM leader Waris Pathan…
Justice Oka’s Statement on Hate Speech Reminiscent of SC Guidelines
“There are instances in India where hate speeches are made against the religious minorities and attempts are made to provoke members of the majority to attack a religious minority,” said…
Eid Milan Programmes Antidote to Poison of Communalism: Minister Rahim
“Communalism and hate cut through the lifeblood of humanity. These mindsets deeply damage the spirit of togetherness, mutual trust, and the overall progress of the nation. Staying silent in such…
Sikhs Stand in Solidarity with Muslims against Waqf Amendment Act:
Given India’s history of legislative overreach into Sikh institutions, there is growing sentiment that all Sikh religious affairs should be managed under the exclusive authority of Akal Takht. Though, as…
Congress Ahmedabad Session Issues Clarion Call for ‘Second Freedom Struggle’
Gandhi denounced the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025 as part of a broader campaign targeting minorities. Citing an RSS-affiliated publication that allegedly indicated Christians would be the next focus, he warned…
Anti-Waqf Amendment Act Protests Erupt in Hyderabad, Other Parts of
The protestors also criticised Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, whose parties supported the Waqf Bill in Parliament. One of the protestors was…
Breaking the Silence on Palestinian Armed Struggle: A Call for
Israel does not comply with international laws of war – for example, the entire situation in Gaza is one of the most flagrant violations of Israel’s complete disregard, not only…
Islam and Environment
Islam pays much attention to respecting nature and caring for environment. Being stewards of the earth and custodian of environment, it is incumbent upon us to live with harmony with…
The Prophet Kept Worldly Resources at Bay
Lady Ayesha, mother of believers, may Allah be pleased with her, said that the Prophet never ate full of his fill in the form of barley or bread for three…
Collective Citizens Launch National Campaign Demanding Electoral Accountability
The memorandum questions the ECI’s growing closeness to the political executive, failure to enforce Model Code of Conduct, and inaction on divisive speech. It highlights a broader erosion of the…
Human Chain Outside Mosque During Ram Navami in Katihar Goes
While many interpreted the human chain as a gesture to protect the mosque, procession organisers from groups like the Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad clarified that it was intended…
Jamia Hamdard Launches Manuscript Digitisation Project in Collaboration with Juma
Highlighting the importance of the project, Professor (Dr.) M. Afshar Alam, Vice-Chancellor of Jamia Hamdard, emphasised the critical role of digitisation in preserving India’s rich cultural and scholarly heritage for…
AMU’s Prof. Asad U Khan Discusses NDM-4 Superbug at 17th
In his lecture, Prof. Khan simplified the complex subject for the general audience, stressing that the NDM-4 strain is a formidable antibiotic-resistant bacterium posing a serious public health threat. He…
Hamas Slams US Allegation That It Uses Ambulances as Cover
“The video released by the New York Times confirmed the horrific nature of the crime committed by the fascist Israeli army against humanitarian aid workers, who are protected under international…
Microsoft Under Scrutiny for Support for Israeli Army
The Associated Press (AP), in a report,said that the Israeli military is leveraging Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure to compile data collected through mass surveillance, as well as transcribed and translated…
Erdogan to Al-Sharaa: Turkiye will Continue Diplomatic Efforts to Lift
This came during a meeting between Erdogan and al-Sharaa on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum.“During the meeting, President Erdogan stated that Turkiye welcomes the fact that those who…
US Warns Gulf Countries against Providing Aid to Lebanon and
Another political source noted that the US may obstruct any financial support for Lebanon before the next parliamentary election in 2026, explaining that the US administration expects the maximum pressure…
Middle East in the Era of Trump
All of this is one thing, and the change in American strategy is another. Under President Barack Obama, Washington began the “pivot” strategy: easing its commitments in the Middle East…
