When Arrest Becomes Illegal: Allahabad High Court Reasserts Constitutional Limits on Police Power
Vol. LXIII No. 44
Date: February 8, 2026
Equity is Beyond Legislation
In this case, the Supreme Court examined the contested provisions of the 2026 Regulations, particularly Rule 3(C), which defines certain “groups” eligible for protections and benefits. The Court noted that…
Adhan for FajrSalat during Ramadan
Early Muslims in Makkah were unaware about the last time of Sehri and the start-time of Fajr until the Qur’anic verse 2:187 was revealed. When Allah revealed it, they knew…
Aren’t You of More Value than Birds?
Mundane considerations should not deter the believers from migrating in the cause of faith. God will provide them with their livelihood from the same treasure-house of resources….
Injustice, Cruelty and Miserliness
Miserliness leads one to envy, hatred, illegal means of amassing wealth and not looking after the needy, the poor and the destitute.
When Arrest Becomes Illegal: Allahabad High Court Reasserts Constitutional Limits
By declaring arrests without written grounds illegal, mandating accountability for erring officers, and foregrounding the dignity of the common citizen, the Allahabad High Court has reaffirmed a foundational democratic truth:…
Digital Arrest Scams and Legal Framework of Arrest in India
A lawful arrest involves physical custody in accordance with established legal procedure. Government authorities are bound to follow the procedure established by law. They do not interrogate individuals via video…
Equity, Caste and Limits of Reform: Why UGC Regulations Matter
The UGC Equity Regulations may be imperfect, but they represent an attempt to confront uncomfortable truths. Staying them without proposing a stronger alternative risks reinforcing the very inequalities the Constitution…
Beyond Faith and Flames: The Nampally Heroes Who Defined Humanity
But Imtiaz and Habib did not hesitate. They didn’t stop to ask the names of the children or the faith of their parents. To them, they weren’t “someone else’s children”;…
Progressive Legislation Shows the Way in Karnataka
Rohith’s case is testament to the fact that while affirmative action has made it possible for marginalised learners to enter prestigious campuses, but the experience on these campuses is often…
Iran at a Crossroads Unrest, External Pressure, and the Muslim
History shows that unrest born of hardship cannot be extinguished by force, just as reform imposed through external coercion rarely produces stability or dignity. Enduring peace emerges only when authority…
Strategic Autonomy over Alignment: How India is Reframing Its Engagement
Engagement with Europe is not without costs. Aligning with EU regulatory frameworks can open doors to technology, capital, and markets, but it can also narrow domestic policy space. At the…
Not a Trump Anomaly: The Board of Peace and America’s
The irony is staggering. A body ostensibly meant to guide Gaza through reconstruction after Israel’s devastating genocide does not include Palestinians, let alone Gazans themselves. Even more damning is the…
How to Guard Your Tongue in the Age of Tweets
Prophet Muhammed ﷺ warned that most people will enter Hellfire because of what their tongues earned. In the age of tweets, this warning carries even greater weight. A single careless…
AjitPawar’s Demise: Federation of Maharashtra Muslims Expresses Grief, Says His
Federation representatives said that AjitPawar took a keen interest in minority issues and, whenever approached, listened attentively and assured positive action. In his statement, Sheikh Abdul Majeed, FMMCoordinator said that…
A Symphony of Faiths: Poetic Tribute to the Prophet ﷺ
The Telugu anthology stands as a luminous example of India’s secular fabric. Its most compelling feature is its inclusivity, featuring contributions from over 60 non-Muslim poets alongside their Muslim counterparts.…
Let’s Welcome Ramadan!
Preparing for Ramadan is not only about changing our schedules or adjusting our meals. It is about purifying our relationship with Allah and with people. Zakat is a bridge between…
Did Allah Censureor Reprimand the Prophets?
Some Qur’anic verses appear to reprimand the Prophets, may Allah bestow peace on them, including Prophet Muhammad, may Allah grant and bless him peace. One scholar says it is one…
Ayodhya Court Acquits SP Leader Moid Khan, Verdict Reopens Debate
The court convicted Raju, identified as Khan’s servant, in the same case. The verdict closed a trial which sparked political debate and administrative action across Uttar Pradesh. Khan’s arrest in…
Sonam Wangchuk Tells SC Peaceful Protest is No Threat to
Sibal told the court the detention relied on misleading and out of context material. He described the approach as malafide and aimed at prolonged incarceration. He stressed protests focused on…
Uttarakhand Anti-Conversion Law Records Zero Convictions Despite 62 Cases
Judicial orders across 13 districts highlight repeated evidentiary gaps. Judges cited contradictions between first information reports and later statements, lack of corroboration, and failure to follow statutory procedure. In several…
Emulate Caliph Umar’s Governance for a Crime-Free Society: JIH Telangana
The keynote address by JIH Telangana President Mohammad Azharuddincentred on the profound historical endorsement of Islamic governance by the Father of the Nation. He reminded the audience that Mahatma Gandhi…
Iraqi Calligrapher Completes Massive Handwritten Qur’an after Six Years of
Islamic calligraphy, among the most esteemed artistic traditions in the Muslim world, played a central role in preserving and embellishing the Qur’an and later adorned mosques, palaces, and manuscripts. The…
Australia Revokes Visa of Israeli Influencer Accused of ‘spreading hatred’
Just hours before his visa was cancelled, Yahood had written on X, “Islam ACCORDING TO ISLAM does not tolerate non-believers, apostates, women’s rights, children’s rights, or gay rights.” He also…
Iran’s Supreme Leader Warns of Regional War in Case of
Khamenei said that American officials have repeatedly issued similar warnings in the past, often claiming that “all options are on the table,” including military action.“Now this man too constantly claims…
West Bank Witnesses Silent War amid Record Levels of Israeli
As per the Middle East Monitor, Lazzarini said more than 1,000 Palestinians have been killed in the occupied territory since Oct. 2023, almost a quarter of them children.“Attacks by Israeli…
Between U.S. Ambiguity and Iranian Resilience: Will the Fireball Roll?
In this context, Israel’s expansion and the Abraham Accords are recalled as a reminder of the “periphery alliance” of the 1960s – an alliance that was informal yet effective, bringing…
