A brief history of India’s present A Hindu Rashtra will be a state whose fires will consume us all — Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Dalit, Buddhist, and those not deemed sufficiently Hindu The Hindu · Aug 14, 2023
Trump praises ‘terrific’ white supremacist conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer, banned from social media after describing herself as ‘proud Islamophobe’, draws approval from former president The Guardian - US · Aug 14, 2023
Sweden calls for vigilance abroad after Quran desecrations and protests A senior Swedish official says Swedes abroad and businesses linked to Sweden “should observe increased vigilance and caution,” following recent Quran burnings in the country and protests in the Muslim world The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2023
Who is Monu Manesar, Indian vigilante accused of inciting Haryana violence? Video released by Manesar two days before violence in Nuh is believed to be the trigger, but he is yet to be arrested. Al Jazeera · Aug 14, 2023
Around 100 Muslim migrants leave Haryana town amid threats, FIR filed after pressure from farm outfits In Hansi town of Haryana’s Hisar district, around 100 Muslim migrants have left their rented accommodation amid threats and calls for their economic boycott by right-wing groups. This came days after a video – which showed protesters warning Muslims to leave Hansi within two days – emerged on social media,… Newslaundry · Aug 14, 2023
What does the future hold for the Muslim Brotherhood? Ten years after the massacre in Cairo’s Rabaa Square, the Islamist movement is still trying to find its footing. Al Jazeera · Aug 14, 2023
Indian Muslims in Haryana face calls for economic boycott after violence Hindu far-right groups call for northern Haryana state residents to boycott Muslim shops. Al Jazeera · Aug 12, 2023
Voting begins as Malaysian leader Anwar seeks to shore up his rule in vital state elections Voting has begun in crucial state elections in Malaysia, where Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s multi-coalition government is seeking to strengthen its hold against a strong Islamic opposition The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2023
Coming soon: Monu Manesar’s video profile, powered by you Monu Manesar is again in the news. This time, the context is the communal violence across parts of Haryana. Just months ago, the lack of tough police action against him had seen public anger spill onto the streets in Nuh – after two Muslim men were allegedly abducted and set… Newslaundry · Aug 11, 2023
Parliament of the World's Religions seeks understanding and action The Parliament of the World's Religions is about to begin in Chicago. The first Parliament took place in 1893 and is considered the beginning of the modern interfaith movement. WEKU · Aug 11, 2023
Assam delimitation proposal: an erosion of representation The proposed exercise is allegedly based on communal lines of segregation, rather than on logical geographic boundaries of the State. The plan, which also involves reservations, may reduce the possibility of Muslims being elected, diminishing the existing political power of the minority community The Hindu · Aug 10, 2023
Govt. clears decks to allot lands to Muslim community for graveyards Govt. clears decks to allot lands to Muslim community for graveyards The Hindu · Aug 10, 2023
A hate-laden speech and murder: Why did Chetan Singh vanish from the news cycle? July 31, 2023. That is a date we need to remember. What happened that day has already been relegated to the inside pages of most newspapers and has vanished altogether from our shouty TV channels. They are currently obsessing over the violence on the doorstep of India’s national capital, and… Newslaundry · Aug 10, 2023
Do not take India back to the 1990s, Owaisi warns Centre Owaisi warns Centre not to take India back to '90s, demands commitment to Places of Worship Act. Lists 11 reasons for supporting no-confidence motion. Describes Chetan Singh as "uniformed terrorist" who killed Muslims. Accuses BJP of stoking flames of hatred against Muslims. Questions Centre's conscience on Manipur rape cases. Calls… The Hindu · Aug 10, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2023 At least 17 people dead after boat carrying Rohingya refugees capsizes off coast of Myanmar Search for survivors continues in latest tragedy as persecuted Muslims make perilous sea journeys in search of better lives
The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023 SP questions U.P. government’s motive behind tabling Moradabad riots report SP leader questions motive behind making Moradabad riots report public 40 yrs after submission. Deputy CM defends move, saying it will allow people to know facts. Report exonerates RSS, BJP & common Muslims; blames two Muslim League leaders.
The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023 Anatomy of a riot As long as there are no sincere secular interventions, the risk for violence will remain, as the violence in Nuh and Gurgaon in Haryana shows
The Hindu · Aug 9, 2023 UCC is Centre’s bid to polarise country, says AIMPLB spokesperson AIMPLB spokesperson Ilyas urges united effort to defeat Centre's UCC proposal, which will polarise country. He met Muslim orgs in Kerala to discuss protection of personal laws, strengthening inter-community relations, and convincing believers of Shariat.
The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2023 Teen accused of stabbing O’Shae Sibley in homophobic attack is a ‘good Christian boy’, lawyer says 17-year-old Dmitriy Popov’s lawyer and family countered claims from eyewitnesses that the suspect had said he was Muslim
The Hindu · Aug 8, 2023 BJP leader accused of humiliating Muslim youth A video of the purported incident, which took place on August 6, is circulating on social media in which the former MLA from Jarmundi is seen making the youth do sit-ups, forcing to lick his spit and kicking him on his back.
The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2023 Islamic community prayed for Sinead O’Connor at ‘moving and spiritual’ funeral Shaykh Dr Umar Al-Qadri helped convert O’Connor to Islam.
Dynamite News · Aug 8, 2023 Plea in SC relating to communal violence in Gurugram and other incidents Following a number of occurrences, including calls for a Muslims boycott and the closing of mosques in Gurugram, the Supreme Court received a new petition seeking to initiate appropriate action against the speakers who instigated communal disharmony.
The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2023 Nouhaila Benzina: The hijabi-wearing Moroccan making World Cup history Nouhaila Benzina made history when she stepped onto the field for Morocco at the Women’s World Cup — and not just as a player for the first Arab or North African nation ever in the tournament
The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2023 Honour to lead Muslim funeral prayer for Sinead O’Connor, says imam Fans are waiting to pay their respects to the Irish singer outside her former home in Bray, Co Wicklow.
Al Jazeera · Aug 8, 2023 India court asks if Nuh demolitions were ‘an exercise of ethnic cleansing’ Over 300 homes, businesses and roadside shanties – mainly belonging to Muslims – were bulldozed after communal riots.