Progressing British Muslims
Asad Mirza Superficial concerns have been raised both within and outside the UK about the status of the Muslim population, though the census statistics convey something positive. UK’s Office of…
The Message and Essence of Ramadan
By ANDALIB AKHTER The Holy month of Ramazan, also known as Ramadan is in full swing with its fragrance of spirituality, generosity, forbearance, and traditions. It is a month when…
Majoritarianism on March in Israel
Asad Mirza The Israeli Parliament has given initial approval to several pieces of legislation, including a Bill protecting the prime minister from being declared unfit for office, or incapacitated, and…
Talibans’ Anti-women diktats
Asad Mirza The slew of anti-women measures adopted by the Taliban government in Afghanistan has essentially gone against them, further isolating them globally and making them a pariah. Reportedly, a…
Congress Past, Present and Future
A. J. Philip As jamborees go, the recent three-day 85th Plenary Session of the Indian National Congress (INC) at Raipur in Chhattisgarh was a great success. About 15,000 Congress leaders…
Global Indignation Over Saudi Development Plans
By Asad Mirza Saudi Arabia has announced plans to build a large cube-shaped structure as part of a re-development project in the capital, Riyadh, triggering angry reactions from Muslims on…
Exploiting Technology To Undermine Democracy !
Asad Mirza A recent disconcerting report based on an investigation carried by 30 global media outlets, including the Guardian and Der Spiegel, claims to have exposed a team of freelance…
Open Letter to Assam CM: Cruelty in the Name of Child Marriage
A. J. Philip Dear Shri Himanta Biswa Sarma, I know for a fact that neo-converts are more exuberant than converts. You have proved my point. You were a dyed-in-the-wool Congressman…
Islamic delegation visiting China’s Xinjiang region says “All is well here”
The statements by the delegation members have sparked widespread anger from Uyghurs abroad and a strong reaction from US-based Muslim organizations, including the Council on American Islamic Relations and Justice…
Need to Reassess Composite Nationalism
Asad Mirza Composite Nationalism as espoused by Hussain Ahmad Madani in early 20th century, holds validity even today also, besides becoming more relevant and giving a new interpretation to nationalism.…