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Dwarka: Clearance of encroachments leaves locals hopeless and in anguish

The recent demolition of structures in Dwarka, Gujarat has been a centre of controversy. The authorities have claimed that these structures were illegal, and the due process of law was followed before any demolitions took place. However, locals have raised concerns that primarily Muslims are being targeted in the demolition drive and that no proper notice was given.

Eviction tragedy in Assam: Two killed during eviction drive as police firing sparks allegations of government bias

Assam officials claim self-defence in the face of violent attacks, but community leaders accuse the state of manipulating the incident, harbouring anti-minority bias and violating legal procedures

Tensions escalate in Himachal and Uttarakhand, multiple protest and rallies against mosques

Protesters break barricades during anti-mosque protest in Sanjauli, police used water cannon, lathi-charge to disperse right-wing protesters in Mandi demanding demolition of a mosque; in Uttarkashi, right-wing outfits also demanded mosque demolitions, official said it is built on registered land, and it is not illegal

Combating Islamophobia: A task overdue

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“Bulldozer barbarism”: Demolition drive in Surat after stones thrown at Ganesh pandal

Surat authorities defy Supreme Court's recent warning against 'bulldozer justice' by demolishing alleged illegal encroachments in Sayedpura area where a Ganesh pandal was allegedly attacked, sparking controversy and concerns about due process and targeted actions

Bengali-speaking Muslims of Santhal Pargana are Indians, not Bangladeshi infiltrators: Citizens

Rebutting the slur-filled propaganda being consciously unleashed by the...

New Assam Muslim Marriages & Divorces Bill: Reform or politics?

The 2024 legislation, implemented after repeal of 1935 law governing Muslim marriages, mandates stricter registration procedures for Muslim marriages, raising fears of retroactive effects and bureaucratic hurdles

Assam CM call to expel ‘Miya Muslims,’ leads to violence against Bengali speaking Muslim Labourers

FIR registered against BJP leader for assault on Bengali speaking Muslim labourers and threatens them to leave Assam and Assamese Muslim singer arrested for protest song “Miya Bihu”

One week of escalating persecution: The intensifying struggles of Muslims in new India

In a span of five days, incidents of anti-Muslim hate speeches, communal violence, vandalism and targeting reveal a disturbing reality of rising persecution and dwindling safety for Muslims across India

Political History of India’s Two Muslim Universities since 1947

The dominance of an elite Muslim upper caste and class has hindered healthy research and introspection among these two dominant universities writes the author

Supreme Court rebukes “Bulldozer Justice,” plans to issue nationwide guidelines to prevent arbitrary demolitions

The Court criticised the practice of demolishing properties based on criminal accusations, emphasizing the need for due legal process; states that comprehensive guidelines are essential to ensure that demolitions follow proper procedures and do not target legal structures or communities

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Dwarka: Clearance of encroachments leaves locals hopeless and in anguish

The recent demolition of structures in Dwarka, Gujarat has been a centre of controversy. The authorities have claimed that these structures were illegal, and the due process of law was followed before any demolitions took place. However, locals have raised concerns that primarily Muslims are being targeted in the demolition drive and that no proper notice was given.

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