India’s Muslim politics is in flux. The once-important ulema are now on the margins of this churning
Hindutva has pushed once-visible Muslim clergy behind scenes & underlined its credibility crisis. Ordinary Muslims increasingly feel they achieved little by posing faith in Ulema. Key Points
ThePrintAssam Muslim Marriage Act repealed: AIMIM leader says 'BJP ko muslamano se nafarat hai...'
Assam Muslim Marriage Act repealed: In a video message, the AIMIM leader said, “They (BJP) hate our eating habits. First, they brought a law on Triple Talaq and now a law against Muslim marriage...” Key Points
mintAssam repeals Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act in steps towards Uniform Civil Code
The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. With this, all matters related to Muslim marriages and divorces in Assam would now fall under the Special Marriages Act. Key Points
India TodayMuslim man paraded naked in Telangana for recording reel insulting saffron flag with 'Om' symbol
'Lenience shown by successive state govts encourages growth of Muslim fanaticism,' says VHP. BJP demands Congress govt 'function even-handedly' against 'such anti-social elements'. Key Points
ThePrintTelangana Muslim man 'insults' saffron flag in reel, thrashed, paraded naked
A complaint has been filed by the villagers against a Muslim man for hurting the sentiments of Hindus. He has also lodged a complaint against the villagers for assaulting him. Key Points
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China’s erasure of mosques shows Muslims can only thrive in nations like India
China is actively replacing Islamic architecture with symbols reflective of Chinese ideology. But the Muslim world is silent. Key Points
ThePrintHollywood agency cut ties with Susan Sarandon for controversial remarks at pro-Palestinian rally
The 77-year-old actress lambasted at the Jewish community pro-Palestine rally in New York on Friday, saying they were getting a taste of how it feels to be Muslim in America”. There are a lot of people that are afraid, that are afraid of being Jewish at this time. Jews in America are getting a taste of what it feels like to be a Muslim in this country, so often subjected to violence, she said at the rally. Key Points
Economic TimesMuslim politics is shifting from religion to reservation. All due to Modi's Pasmanda outreach
Muslims—both Pasmandas and upper ‘castes’—want political representation at the national level, seats in universities, and govt job quotas. But they have different ideas on how to get it. Key Points
ThePrintMuzaffarnagar slap row is a social, not political issue. Don’t condemn all Hindus for it
Leaders like Owaisi exploit such incidents to instill suspicion towards people from other communities. They effectively create a scenario where Muslims only trust a Muslim in power. Key Points
ThePrint1980 Moradabad riots probe shows there’s no neat conclusion. Both Hindus, Muslims to blame
To some, the MC Saxena report is evidence that Muslims were responsible for the riot—but that isn’t the full story. It casts new light on the conditions in which communalism grows. Key Points
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Uttarkashi case shows how every Muslim becomes 'love jihadi'. Time to break the stereotype
Forced conversion cases may exist but they are exceptions rather than the norm. And Muslim intellectuals have made few mitigation efforts to fight such attitudes. Key Points
ThePrintRahul Gandhi calls Kerala ally Muslim League a ‘secular party’, faces BJP ire; Congress fires back
Referring to the Congress party’s ally IUML in Kerala, Rahul Gandhi said, “Muslim league is a completely secular party. There is nothing non-secular about Muslim league.” Latching on to this remark, the BJP has ripped into the Congress leader. Key Points
India TodayZafaryab Jilani, the Babri Masjid advocate, no more
When the top court finally ruled in favour of the advocate of a Ram temple in 2019, Mr. Jilani cut a forlorn figure. Key Points
The HinduHow Muslim vote bank ditched JDS, consolidated in favour of Congress in Karnataka election
Here's a look at how the Muslim vote bank in the southern state worked in favour of Congress. Catch Karnataka Election Result LIVE Updates on LiveMint. Key Points
mintWith eye on 2024 election, BJP fields around 350 Muslim candidates in UP civic polls
The BJP is fielding around 350 Muslim candidates in the upcoming Uttar Pradesh municipal elections. This is the first time that the BJP has given tickets to such a large number of Muslim candidates in UP as it focuses on the community for its Mission 80 in the state for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Key Points
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Guddu Muslim...: This is what Atiq Ahmed's brother's last words meant
On April 15, gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmed and his brother Ashraf were shot dead while they were being taken for a medical test. "Guddu Muslim..." were the last words Ashraf spoke before getting shot. Key Points
India TodayUP STF hunts for Atiq Ahmed aide Guddu Muslim in Odisha, interrogates suspect for 2 days
the UP STF team has interrogated a suspect over two days in Bargarh, Odisha in its bid to gather information about the whereabouts of Atiq Ahmed aide Guddu Muslim. However, no arrests were made. The detained person allegedly had links with the driver of Guddu Muslim Key Points
Firstpost4,300 Indian Muslim women are going to Haj on their own. Here’s what it means to me
Islam has provided women with equal opportunities to practice their faith. And now, they can truly fulfil their religious obligation on equal footing. Key Points
ThePrintBSP MP meets PM, draws his attention towards works done in Amroha
BSP MP Kunwar Danish Ali met PM Modi and discussed development works in his constituency and issues related to the welfare of Muslims. He also highlighted the need for addressing key issues associated with the Muslim community to make them a massive human resource for India's growth. Additionally, he drew attention to the problems faced by residents in Amroha and urged for the construction of a railway line, passport processing center, high court bench, and institutes like IIT and AIIMS in west UP. Key Points
Hindustan TimesGopal Patha built army to save Hindus, met Gandhi too: grandson on Great Calcutta Killings
Grandson Santanu Mukherjee says a Bollywood director recently sent his team to speak to him about a Gopal Patha biopic. ‘If I agree with the portrayal, will say yes’. Key Points
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Remembering 1946 Calcutta Killings and Gopal Patha who earned fame, infamy
Kolkata saw brutal killings in communal riots that started on August 16, 1946, after the Muslim League's call for Direct Action Day. On the 78th anniversary of the Calcutta Killings, here's a look at the role of Gopal Mukherjee, a debated person in history. Key Points
India TodayPurola tensions latest gash in communally scarred Uttarakhand
But the tension in Purola isn’t just an isolated case in Uttarakhand which has a 13.9% Muslim population according to the 2011 census. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesHijab, halal, football, food—Kerala has a new film industry. It’s Malabar Pride
Zakariya’s Sudani From Nigeria & Halal Love Story, Muhsin Parari’s KL 10 Patthu show everyday life in northern Kerala. Khalid Rahman’s Thallumaala was one of 2022's biggest hits. Key Points
ThePrintGujarati Muslims struggle to buy Hindu property. Disturbed Areas law weaponises real estate
The Disturbed Areas Act in Gujarat mandates that property deals must be approved by the district collector in areas marked as ‘disturbed’. It’s a tool to segregate Hindus and Muslims. Key Points
ThePrintBJP Minority Morcha wanted 10 Muslims in fray in 3 states but party ‘didn’t find winnable contenders’
BJP has fielded no Muslim candidates in MP, Rajasthan, Telangana and Chhattisgarh in this month's elections. Minority Morcha leaders say they have accepted the decision & would not question it. Key Points
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Indian Muslims need real leaders, not divisive ones. Pasmandas offer future-positive vision
Ashraf leaders seem indifferent to the concerns of Pasmanda Muslims. Instead, they exploit this marginalised group for electoral gains, trapping them in a narrative of perpetual victimhood. Key Points
ThePrint'Onus on citizens to help identify those who threw stones,' DM tells Haldwani's Muslim & Hindu leaders
Haldwani Municipal Corporation has issued recovery notice of Rs 2.44 cr to key accused. At meeting with communities' representatives, DM says locals were heard from before demolition. Key Points
ThePrintSix-year-old boy stabbed 26 times in hate crime, may have tried to hug attacker
Father says son may have tried to hug attacker before being killed in hate crime. Suspect charged with first-degree murder and stabbing of Muslim family. Key Points
Hindustan Times‘Unity of my land’: IUML's youth wing conducts Hindu wedding in Kerala temple
The Hindu wedding ceremony was organised by the Muslim League youth wing of the 12th ward of Vengara panchayat in Malappuram on Sunday at 8.30 am. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan Times'Till Himanta Biswa Sarma is alive...': Assam CM firm on child marriage ban, slams Muslim Marriages Act
Sarma challenges opposition leaders saying he will end child marriage by 2026. Government will resume drive against social evil after the Lok Sabha polls, he adds. Key Points
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Evening brief: Muslim World League chief’s praise for India's unity
Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesYediyurappa defends removal of 4% Muslim quota as stir continues
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader BS Yediyurappa on Thursday defended the withdrawal of 4% reservation to Muslims in Karnataka. Whereas, the Muslim community continued to protest against the government’s decision. | Bengaluru News Key Points
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