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Indian American Muslim Groups Condemn Hate Speech, Call for IRS Investigation into Hindu Nationalist Groups in Dallas ————————————— The Indian American Muslim Council (IAMC) and Council on American–Islamic Relations (CAIR-Texas) have strongly condemned recent hate speech by Hindu extremist Kajal…

Kenya: Muslim Leaders Demand Mosque at State House Following President Ruto’s Church Project Defense ———————————– Muslim leaders across Kenya have called on President William Ruto to consider constructing a mosque at State House, following his defense of a Ksh 1.2…

Education Experts Call for Systemic Reform in the Age of AI ——————————— Education researchers Yong Zhao of the University of Kansas and RuoJun Zhong of YEE Education warn that traditional education systems are ill-suited for the rapidly evolving demands of…

Indian Authorities Permit Muharram Procession in Kashmir Amid Strict Restrictions ———————– The 10th Muharram procession was allowed to take place on Sunday in Indian-administered Kashmir under tight curbs, with explicit bans on flags and symbols linked to banned organizations and…

Taliban Enforce Strict Restrictions on Muharram Observances Across Afghanistan —————————- The Taliban have imposed severe restrictions on Muharram rituals this year, including bans on photography and limits on public ceremonies in several provinces such as Kabul, Herat, Balkh, Bamiyan, and…

Iran’s Muharram Rituals Showcase Deep Faith and Rich Cultural Heritage ————————————— During the month of Muharram, Iran transformed into a vibrant stage of faith, culture, and remembrance, showcasing diverse mourning rituals dedicated to the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (peace be…

Karachi’s imambargahs, some dating back over 250 years, have evolved from humble beginnings into vital spiritual and cultural centers that reflect the city’s rich Shia heritage. These landmarks, founded by devoted individuals and communities, continue to shape Karachi’s religious landscape…

Holy Karbala Witnesses Mass Mourning Ceremony on Eve of Ashura ——————– Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in Karbala, Iraq, on the eve of Ashura to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him), marking one of the…

Kazakhstan’s Niqab Ban Highlights Growing Restrictions on Islamic Dress in Muslim-Majority Countries ………………… Kazakhstan’s recent decision to ban the wearing of the Islamic niqab in public spaces has sparked widespread concern, adding to a growing wave of laws that restrict…

CAIR Alabama Invites Senator Tuberville to Mosque After Controversial Remarks …………………… In a gesture highlighting the openness and resilience of America’s Muslim community, the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) Alabama has extended an open invitation to Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville…