Connecting the dots: From ‘Devbhoomi’ to Mumbai, the communal targeting media won't see There is news. And then there is barely any news. Newslaundry · Feb 13
Who is Shaun King? ‘Fraud’ Black Lives Matter activist trolled for supporting Jamaat-e-Islami in Bangladesh elections US activist Shaun King is facing renewed criticism. He publicly supported Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami in the recent election. This move has reignited debates about his credibility. Critics question his understanding of complex political movements. His past controversies regarding fundraising and factual accuracy have resurfaced. The endorsement of Jamaat-e-Islami, an Islamist party,… The Times of India · Feb 13
Telugu YouTube channel targets Muslim vendors claiming ‘food jihad’ Muslim vendors selling kova buns at the Samakka Saralamma Jatara, a major tribal festival in Telangana’s Mulugu district, have been subjected to harassment by a YouTube channel that accused them of promoting so-called “food jihad”. Newslaundry · Feb 13
India rallies around Hindu gym owner facing death threats for protecting Muslim shopkeeper A moment from his video, in which he tells a crowd he is ‘Mohammad Deepak’, has become a rallying point for advocates of religious unity The Independent UK · Feb 13
'Phobias are for spiders' Ex-Monty Python star John Cleese claims criticism of Islam is 'not racist' Ex-Monty Python star John Cleese has insisted criticism of Islam is "not racist" and he claims phobias are "for spiders", after MP Rupert Lowe - who is carrying out an independent inquiry into sex abuse gangs - claimed the Muslim Council of Britain stated his inquiry's findings were "Islamophobic". BANG Premier · Feb 13
Critics hail probe into 'shocking' police rally tactics Investigations into violent police tactics to break up a mass protest must be comprehensive, without delay and public, civil liberties groups say. AAP · Feb 12
Deepak vs the mob: Tracing the names Kotdwar cops didn’t Earlier this month, Deepak Kumar made headlines after intervening to protect an elderly Muslim shopkeeper from Hindutva vigilantes in Uttarakhand’s Kotdwar. What was less examined, however, was the police response that followed. Newslaundry · Feb 12
What to know about a mass shooter's bid to undo his guilty pleas for the Christchurch mosque murders The white supremacist who killed 51 Muslim worshippers in the 2019 Christchurch mosque attacks is trying to withdraw his guilty pleas The Independent UK · Feb 12
Saudi Arabia's early Hajj 2026 visa explained: Deadlines, vaccines, biometric rules, 8 things pilgrims need to know Saudi Arabia has started issuing Hajj 2026 visas and this early process aims to improve planning and coordination for millions of pilgrims. Muslim pilgrims can now complete documentation and health checks. Arrivals are scheduled from April 18, 2026. This proactive approach ensures a smoother and more organised pilgrimage experience for… The Times of India · Feb 12
NSW premier won’t apologise to Muslims after police grab men praying at rally against Isaac Herzog Chris Minns doubles down on support for NSW police, stating officers would ‘never have disrupted a prayer service … unless it was in the middle of a riot’ The Guardian - AU · Feb 12
Oral Testimony at the House Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing on the "Preserving a Sharia-Free America Act" It was notable that the GOP members and witnesses made little effort to actually defend the legislation in question. Reason · Feb 12
Rejecting Muslim hostility definition sends message ‘your safety doesn’t matter’, peer says Shaista Gohir says every group has right to be protected after critics warn proposed definition risks breaking law The Guardian - UK · Feb 11
American Youtuber Alex Stein mocks Hindus with cow urine slurs at event; angry Indian-Americans walk out During a recent Plano City Council meeting, comedian Alex Stein caused a stir by mocking Hindu customs, specifically cow veneration along with the traditional uses of cow dung and urine. Clad in Indian garb, his satirical commentary prompted several Indian-American attendees to walk out in protest. The Times of India · Feb 11
Pakistan Defence Minister Says Country Was ‘Used Like Toilet Paper’ by US in Afghan Wars Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has delivered a blistering critique of the country’s past alliances with the United States, telling the National Assembly that Islamabad had been “used like toilet paper and then discarded” after serving American interests in Afghanistan. Whats Hot · Feb 11
The Guardian - AU · Feb 11 NSW police commissioner urged to apologise to ‘entire Muslim community’ after officers disrupted prayer at Sydney protest Mal Lanyon says police were ‘required’ to disperse crowd, while Mehreen Faruqi accused them of ‘assaulting Muslims
The Times of India · Feb 11 'Used & threw us like toilet paper, we didn't learn': Pakistan's Khwaja Asif's big remark on US Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Asif lambasted past alliances with Washington, stating Islamabad was "used like toilet paper" after serving US interests in Afghanistan. He described terrorism as "blowback" from dictators' past mistakes, lamenting Pakistan's failure to learn from history and its shifting allegiances for short-term gains. The remarks followed a…
The Times of India · Feb 11 Mecca museum unveils legendary Blue Quran: Viral pictures of 1,100-year-old masterpiece with Surah Al-Baqarah verses break the Internet The Holy Quran Museum in Mecca has unveiled a rare folio from the legendary ‘Blue Quran’, a 9th-century manuscript renowned for its deep blue parchment and gold ink. This significant exhibit highlights the rich history of Islamic calligraphy and manuscript art, reinforcing Saudi Arabia's role in safeguarding global religious heritage.
Pedestrian.tv · Feb 11 Islamophobia Envoy Demands Police Apologise Over Actions At Sydney’s Anti-Herzog Rally Australia’s Islamophobia envoy Aftab Malik urges an apology and investigation for NSW Police's actions at Sydney Rally.
AAP · Feb 10 Muslims vow legal action after protest prayers clash Police could face legal action after officers shoved and threw around a group of people attempting to pray at a protest.
Newslaundry · Feb 10 Indore school holds annual day separately. One for Muslim students. Another for Hindu students Annual day functions are usually chaotic, crowded affairs — too many parents, too many performances, too many speeches squeezed into one evening.
The Times of India · Feb 10 Saudi Arabia permits alcohol sale for wealthy expats? Eligibility, residency requirements for liquor access in KSA Saudi Arabia has quietly begun selling alcohol to wealthy, non-Muslim foreign residents, a significant shift after over 70 years of prohibition. This move, linked to Vision 2030, targets affluent expats with premium residency and high incomes, signaling a cautious approach to social liberalization aimed at boosting tourism and investment. Further…
The Guardian - AU · Feb 10 Sheikh who led prayer at Sydney protest against Herzog says police were ‘unhinged and aggressive’ Any officers who acted unlawfully should face prosecution for actions, Muslim groups say
AAP · Feb 10 'Unacceptable': cops slammed for Muslim prayer bust-up Muslim figures are incensed after police violently broke up a prayer group at a thousands-strong rally against a contentious visit by the Israeli president.
Reason · Feb 9 My House Judiciary Subcommittee Testimony Against the "Preserving a Sharia-Free America Act" I will be testifying against this proposed legislation - which would authorize exclusion or deportation of all or most non-citizen Muslim immigrants.
The Conversation · Feb 9 Fifteen years after Egypt’s uprising, how faith and politics reshaped a generation Fifteen years ago, Egyptians from all walks of life took to the street to demand “bread, freedom, social justice.” They were protesting the oppressive 30-year rule of Hosni Mubarak.