The Role of Indian Muslims In Nation-Building
Vol. LXIII No. 49
Date: March 15, 2026
The Contribution of Islam and Muslims to India
Islam reached the western shores of Indian subcontinent in the very lifetime of the Prophet. Over time scholars and Sufi saints started to arrive in India as reformers and preachers.…
Setting a Shining Example
Did Khamenei ever carry out a pre-emptive attack on a sovereign country aiming to expropriate it? Did he ever kidnap a president of a sovereign country? Did he ever carry…
No Basis for Prejudices
The real thing that makes one person superior to others is that one should be more God-conscious, a greater avoider of evils, and a follower of the way of piety…
Racism and Bigotry has No Place in Islam
As Muslims, we must take the lead among humankind in upholding universal justice and natural rights of not only Muslims, but of all human beings.
Nations Are Built, Not Born Nation-Building and the Role of
The making of modern India was not the work of a single community but the product of many traditions and movements. Among them, Indian Muslims – through scholarship, political leadership,…
Indian Muslims and the Making of Modern India
Indian Muslims have contributed as freedom fighters, educationists, scientists, soldiers, artists, entrepreneurs, and public servants. Their role illustrates the strength of India’s pluralism and the vitality of its democratic experiment.
Muslim Contribution towards the Making of Law and Justice Delivery
The development of Indian law reflects contributions from many traditions. Islamic legal thought and institutions formed one of the important strands in this long history. Muslim scholars, judges, and administrators…
Threads of Unity: Muslims’ Contributions to Communal Harmony in Pre-and
From the spiritual humanism of Sufi saints and the inclusive politics of freedom fighters to post-Independence constitutionalism and grassroots peace-building, Muslim individuals and institutions have consistently contributed to strengthening India’s…
Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Working to Strengthen Communal Harmony Through Dialogue and
As a result of these sustained efforts, Salim Engineer said awareness about communal harmony has grown not only within Jamaat-e-Islami Hind but also among many other Muslim organisations and communities.…
From Madrasa to Modern College The Evolution of Delhi College
The evolution of Delhi College from a Mughal-era madrasa demonstrates that Muslim contributions to India’s development were institutional, ethical, and intellectual. Recognising this history does not require ideological alignment or…
The Persian Pulse: How Iran’s Legacy Continues to Shape the
Modern Hyderabad wasn't just built; it was choreographed. The man behind the 1591 master plan of the city, Mir Momin Astrabadi, was a Persian visionary who served as the Prime…
From Madrasas to Modern Campuses: The Enduring Legacy of Muslim
At a time when minority contributions are often overlooked, their story reflects a legacy of learning, reform and public service, demonstrating that Muslim-led educational initiatives remain enduring pillars of India’s…
Muslim Reformers and the Evolution of Women’s Roles in India
It was within the intellectual environment of the Aligarh Movement that discussions surrounding women’s education began to take shape. Reformers and thinkers engaged in intense debates, presenting diverse, and often…
Economic Development during Mughal Period and Other Muslim Rulers in
Far from being static, India’s economy under Muslim rule demonstrated sophisticated administrative reforms, especially in land revenue and taxation; thriving domestic and international trade connected to global markets; vibrant handicraft…
India as a Biryani A Tale of Layered, Flavoured and
India has grown through encounter, exchange, and adjacency – through communities standing beside one another, contributing without surrendering their distinct convictions. Like a well-made biryani, its elements are layered, not…
India cannot be India if Its Islamic Past and Muslim
The imprint of multiculturalism is visible in every walk of life. Adivasis, Dravidians, Buddhists, Jains, Christians, Muslims, Parsis, Sikhs, Hindus and diverse religious and non-religious communities have left their imprint…
Mandating the Full Vande Mataram: When Patriotism Becomes Compulsion
The scene captures the essence of a growing national debate. A directive requiring the singing of all six stanzas of Vande Mataram at official events, schools, and state functions has…
Who Decides What Is Legitimate? Power, Democracy, and the War
Democracy is a meaningful system of governance when it operates transparently and within the bounds of law. But when democratic branding is used to justify war, shield leaders from accountability,…
Debunked and Confirmed: Myths and Realities from the Iran War
The war on Iran has confirmed deeper truths about institutional resilience, regional power dynamics, and the persistence of interventionist policy in Washington. History does not change overnight. But when long-standing…
Indo-Bangladesh Ties: Putting People Before Parties
Whether this recalibration translates into measurable progress, particularly on border violence and visa normalisation, will determine how durable this new framing proves to be. For now, both sides appear intent…
Bangladesh: Post-Election Battle for Power and Legitimacy
In a sharply worded press conference in Dhaka, leaders of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami (BJI) called for the interrogation and prosecution of former interim government advisers SyedaRizwana Hasan and Khalilur Rahman, alleging…
Miracles of Water
A lot of people, including science students, believe water to be a simple substance. But it is the most complex and misunderstood liquid. In fact, the entire science conferences were…
The Power of Giving in Ramadan
In Arabic, the word Zakat literally means purification. It refers to the payment of an obligatory charity from surplus wealth, which is meant to support the poor and the needy.…
Prophets were Human
The Qur’an teaches that human affairs be done through consultations. Allah commanded the Prophet ﷺ also to “consult them in affairs.” (The Qur’an 3:159) Several cases of the Prophet’s ﷺ…
Reflections on the Universal Message of the Qur’an
Divided into three main parts, it consists of sixty chapters: What to Believe? (Chapters 1-12) How to Lead Your Life (Chapters 13-53) and The Afterlife (Chapters 54-60). The book is…
53 Muslim Candidates Clear UPSC Civil Services 2025, A R
Among the top performers, A R Raja Mohideen secured All India Rank 7, making him the highest ranked Muslim candidate in the 2025 results. Another standout candidate is Ifra Shams…
Karnataka Police Chief Saleem Ends Colonial-Era Orderly System
To implement the change, the department has proposed the creation of 373 separate orderly posts to replace police personnel previously assigned to such duties. An official proposal has been submitted…
Muzaffarnagar Muslim Family Faces Pressure After Buying Home in Hindu
The Congress party criticised the Uttar Pradesh government, alleging that such actions embolden extremist elements. Senior state leader Anil Yadav said the party would send a delegation to support the…
JIH Delegation Meets Iranian Envoy in Delhi, Condemns US Israel
The delegation included JIH President Syed Sadatullah Husaini, Vice President Prof. Salim Engineer, and National Secretary I Karimullah. They met Dr. Mohammad Fathali, Ambassador of Iran to India. The meeting…
Iran at the Forefront of Nuclear Medicine: Treating Over One
Iran has made steady progress in radiopharmaceutical production, which involves radioactive compounds used to diagnose and treat diseases. Asper the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran, the country now produces more…
Spain Refuses to Back Trump’s Iran Strike, Citing International Law
Sánchez warned that the attack could lead to consequences similar to the Iraq War, which increased instability, terrorism, and migration pressures.Spain argued that another Middle East war could produce similar…
Saudi Arabia and Qatar ‘arrested Mossad agents planning bombings,’ claims
The interview followed a public spat between the pair online after Carlson slammed Israel’s “shocking” treatment of Christians and accused Huckabee of failing to ensure protections for Christians who face…
Mojtaba Khamenei Named Iran’s Supreme Leader After Wartime Strike
The new leader held strong influence inside Iran’s political and security establishment for decades. He maintained close links with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and remained part of his father’s…
The Gulf’s Strategic Trap
As for Iran, it is not the natural enemy of the Gulf states. This rivalry was deliberately fuelled as part of a “divide and rule” strategy serving American and Israeli…
