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The West as Enigma: Why Muslims Must Understand the Occident on Its Own Terms
The ideas of Shariati, Mawdudi, Qutb, and Nadwi provide important critiques of Western materialism, imperialism, and secularism, but remain largely reactive in their approach.
Delhi HC seeks response in plea seeking quashing of DMC’s report on Delhi riots
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta representing the Centre said that these reports need to be examined
Truth has been hijacked to serve political interests: Brinda Karat on Delhi violence
On Tuesday, the Left organisation remembered the atrocities suffered by residents of Northeast Delhi and condemned the central government for stifling dissent.
Mob Lynching in 2020: Misleading Exception than a Norm
Excerpts from a piece that appeared originally in Secular Perspective, February 16-28, 2021 edition
Delhi violence: Government pays compensation to over 2,000 affected
Over 26 crores paid as compensation to families of the dead, people who were injured and for damage to property
Tablighi Jamaat: Delhi court orders release of passports of acquitted foreign nationals
In pursuance of the top court order to facilitate the return of all foreigners, the court directed the release of their belongings
Muslim children face ‘systematic exclusion’ at pre-primary level in Delhi’s private schools: Study
Research implies that ‘quality’ private schooling in Delhi is an option only for elitist, privileged families with social capital
Hamid Ansari’s woes: Plight of Pluralism in India
The events of the last few decades and more so of the last six years show the rising intimidation, marginalisation and increasing fear among Muslim minorities
MHA denies permission to 600 Sikh pilgrims planning to visit Pakistan
Nankana Sahib jatha was all set to attend events to mark the centenary of Saka Nankana Sahib, visit other shrines in Pakistan
The Catholic Church is NOT Apolitical
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Meerut: Goons thrash young Muslim girl who runs a tea shop
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