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When mosques and Muslim homes were opened for NEET candidates' parents

New Delhi The city of Bhiwandi in Maharashtra was witness to heartening scenes of amity and brotherhood during the recently held National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), for admission into national Medical colleges. The largely Muslim city opened its mosques and residential societies for the candidates who had come from far-off places to appear in the examination along with their parents. Local social organi...

How Assam Muslims are embracing Yoga for health, harmony and peace

Daulat Rahman/Guwahati As the world celebrated the 21st International Yoga Day on Sunday, many Muslims in Assam are highlighting how yoga has positively transformed their lives, as many practice it every day to promote a healthier and balanced way of living. One such practitioner is leadership coach and trainer Tinat Atifa Masood, who began her yoga journey several years ago. “My relationship with yoga began as a sincere comm...

Ex-militant exposes Pakistan's exploitation of Kashmiri Muslims

New Delhi Mushtaq Ahmad Bhat, a former militant who once worked with ISI and later became an Indian Army asset and joined the Territorial Army, has exposed Pakistan’s exploitation of Kashmiri Muslims. He said this in the most elaborate and boldest interview of a key Kashmiri figure linked to Pakistan’s plans of spreading terrorism in Kashmir. The interview spans four hours and is divided into four chapters: Radicalisation, ...

Hijab is a fashion statement beyond religious identity in Assam

Munni Begum/Guwahati Once regarded solely as a symbol of religious identity and modesty, the hijab has acquired a new significance among Muslim women in Assam. Alongside faith, it is increasingly seen as a marker of personal expression, self-confidence and fashion. From schools and colleges to workplaces, social gatherings and social media, hijabs in a variety of colours, patterns and styles have become a prominent part of contemporary lif...

Palestinian Ambassador seeks India's help for Gaza's healthcare emergency

New Delhi As the Israel-Hamas conflict approaches the 1,000-day mark, Palestinian Ambassador to India Abdullah M. Abu Shawesh has appealed to India, its civil society and humanitarian organisations to help address the devastating impact of the war on the healthcare system in the Gaza Strip. Speaking to media organisations in New Delhi, Ambassador Shawesh highlighted the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, while the Palestinian Embas...

India-Germany dialogue stresses renewable energy for energy security

New Delhi The Indo-German Green and Sustainable Development Partnership (GSDP), in collaboration with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), organized the 10th GSDP Dialogue Session on the theme “Renewable Energy for Energy Security.” The high-level panel discussion brought together senior representatives from MNRE, industry leaders, think tanks, private-sector stakeholders, and renewable energy experts to deliberate ...

Tasir Ali is a proud father of five sons in uniform

Satananda Bhattacharjee Tasir Ali of village Dhalibil in Sribhumi (formerly Karimganj) district is a proud father as five of his seven children don uniforms everyday and are working for protection of the nation. At first glance, Tasir Ali appears to be an ordinary man who runs a small clothing shop in the Ramkrishna Nagar market. However, behind this simple life lies a story that has won admiration across Assam and beyond. ...

Trump calls PM Modi a 'tough negotiator' in the warm-up meet in France

Evian-Les-Bains (France) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday raised the issue of seafarers' safety with US President Donald Trump, urging that their protection be given the highest priority during the implementation of Washington's peace deal with Iran, even as the two leaders focused on taking steps to repair bilateral ties that witnessed severe strain over the past year. The meeting between the two leaders on the margin...

India must set up protocol for repatriation of illegal Bangladeshis

Pallab Bhattacharyya A few years ago, the India-Bangladesh border was widely celebrated as a symbol of diplomatic success. The two countries had resolved one of the world’s most complex boundary disputes through the Land Boundary Agreement, strengthened economic ties, deepened security cooperation and developed an unprecedented level of political trust. Today, however, scenes unfolding along parts of the border tell a different s...

Yusuf Khan picks Mewati folk music over engineering for perpetuating legacy

Yunus Alvi | Mewat, Alwar Yusuf Khan is a trained engineer, but he chose a different path—one rooted in heritage, culture and music. Rather than pursuing a conventional career, the 30-year-old dedicated himself to preserving and promoting the rich folk traditions of Mewat, carrying forward a legacy for which his forefathers earned recognition and honours. Belonging to the renowned Mewat Gharana, Yusuf comes from ...

Maharashtra: Irfan Mujawar's heroic act saved four drowning people

Bhakti Chalak A young villager from Maharashtra displayed remarkable courage when he jumped into a well to rescue passengers trapped after their vehicle lost control and plunged into the water. His prompt action saved four lives. Irfan Mujawar was standing by the roadside in Tanduwadi village when he noticed a mini-truck carrying men, women and children swerving dangerously. Moments later, the vehicle went airborne and crashed into a n...

US and Iran to ink peace deal in Geneva on June 19

New Delhi The US President Donald Trump has announced that the US and Iran have finalised a deal to end their 107-day war, which triggered a global energy crisis. However, the details of the peace deal were not immediately available. "The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all," Trump said in a post on Truth Social on Sunday evening, easing pressure on the global energy markets. He ...

Madhya Pradesh: Trial court awards life term to 14 for mob lynching

New Delhi A Court in Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh, sentenced 14 men to life imprisonment for the 2022 mob lynching of truck driver Nazir Ahmad. The victim was attacked with sticks and rods on suspicion of cattle smuggling. The court labelled the assault "extreme brutality". It was on the night of August 2-3, 2022, truck transporting cattle from Amravati (Maharashtra) was intercepted near Barakhad village in the Seoni M...

Maqsood Hussain's Trust transforms lives, cements harmony

Amnnah Farooque/New Delhi Maqsood Ahmed, founder of the Allama Rafiq Trust, has demonstrated how a person driven by purpose and commitment can transform countless lives, even with limited resources. Born and raised in Delhi, Maqsood received his early education in a government primary school and later in a temple-run institution. He proudly recalls that much of his educational journey took place in Hindu educational institutions, an ex...

Delhi CM Gupta honours Riyazuddin, 24 others for saving lives in hotel fire

New Delhi The government of Delhi has honoured Riyazuddin Mansoori, a lshopkeeper, who emerged as the face of compassion and humanity in the recent hotel fire in South Delhi, and 19 local citizens for their exceptional courage in saving lives in the tragedy. Riyazuddin Mansoori and his son Armaan threw cotton mattresses from their shop in Hauz Rani Khas area of Malviya Nagar in the street to create a cushion for the inmates jumping fro...

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Babar Ali: The boy who refused to let poverty steal childhoods

Tarun Nanadi/Kolkata As a nine-year-old boy walking home from school in West Bengal's Murshidabad district, Babar Ali was troubled by a question that many adults around him seemed unwilling to ask. Why were children his age spending their days working in fields, collecting waste, or assisting masons instead of sitting in classrooms? Born in Beldanga, a poverty-stricken area of Murshidabad, Babar Ali watched as many of his frien...

Ten bold Muslim women who are changing workspace in Hyderabad

Hyderabad The southern Indian state of Telangana has always been a land of talent and strong-willed people. The very mention of Hyderabad brings to mind the Charminar, biryani, and the city's old-world charm and culture. However today, a quiet revolution is unfolding in the streets of this historic city. Muslim women here are breaking stereotypes and setting new benchmarks of achievement. They are not only nurturing their ...

The first batch of 9 IMA-graduate lady officers to join Army

Dehradun It’s a historic day for the Indian Army, as nine women are being commissioned as regular officers after completing their 18 month course and participating in the Passing out Parade at the Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, Uttarakhand. President Droupadi Murmu is attending the function. The women are both from the 158th Regular Course and the 141st Technical Graduate Course of the IMA. So far, women have joined the...

Rocks bearing ancient Arabic inscription excavated in Medina

Riyadh In a significan archaelogical excavation in Saudi Arabia's Medina region, the authorities have uncovered a remarkable stone inscription engraved in ancient Arabic script, believed to date back to the earliest years of Islam. overall, the Saudi Heritage Commission has just announced the discovery of over 1,700 ancient inscriptions and rock carvings in the Madinah region (Al-Mahd), dating back to the time of Prophet Muhammad and U...

BBC ranks Hafiz Ahmed's Bagurumba photo as second-best image of 2026

Ariful Islam / Guwahati The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has ranked a stunning aerial photograph of Assam’s traditional Bagurumba dance by Photographer Hafiz Ahmed at the number 2 slot among the Top 9 Most Striking Images of 2026. The photograph showcases thousands of Bodo artists performing in perfect harmony at Sarusajai Stadium, Guwahati. The image beautifully reflects Assam’s rich cultural heritage on the glob...

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