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Religious fatwas of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi dominate Indian newspapers

Religious fatwas of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi dominate Indian newspapers

In conjunction with the holy month of Ramadan, prominent Indian newspapers have published a series of fatwas (religious rulings) by the Supreme Religious Authority, Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi, in addition to answering jurisprudential questions. According to the director…
Muslims continue to face opposition from Americans to construct Islamic cemeteries, new report confirms

Muslims continue to face opposition from Americans to construct Islamic cemeteries, new report confirms

The news website “HuffPost” has published a report revealing the suffering of thousands of Muslims in America when burying their deceased due to opposition from right-wing parties and extremist movements to the opening of Islamic cemeteries in the United States.…
Berlin sees launch of exhibition to address anti-Muslim sentiment, racial discrimination

Berlin sees launch of exhibition to address anti-Muslim sentiment, racial discrimination

The German capital, Berlin, has hosted an art exhibition featuring a diverse collection of photos aimed at drawing attention to discrimination and anti-Muslim sentiments, known as “Islamophobia”. The exhibition, organized by the Islamic Federation in Berlin “IF,” was inaugurated on…
Amnesty International calls on UNAMA to give priority to women’s rights in Afghanistan

Amnesty International calls on UNAMA to give priority to women’s rights in Afghanistan

Amnesty International has welcomed the one-year extension of UNAMA’s mission in Afghanistan and urged the head of UNAMA to prioritize the rights of women, girls, minorities, and address the humanitarian crisis in the country. They emphasize the importance of UNAMA’s…
Cold weather claims 60 lives in Afghanistan over 3 weeks

Cold weather claims 60 lives in Afghanistan over 3 weeks

Freezing temperatures induced by heavy snowfall and rain in Afghanistan has led to the death of at least 60 people over the past more than three weeks, Anadolu Agency reported. According to Taliban authorities, as many as 34 others were…
Conflict-induced instability is main reason behind poverty rise in Sub-Saharan Africa, World Bank says

Conflict-induced instability is main reason behind poverty rise in Sub-Saharan Africa, World Bank says

According to statistics compiled by the World Bank, poverty has dramatically increased in Sub-Saharan countries due to conflicts and political instability in the region. In 1990, 278 million people were identified as poor in Sub-Saharan Africa. This number increased to…
$2 million investment to enhance activities of Quran-teaching Niyyah app

$2 million investment to enhance activities of Quran-teaching Niyyah app

A significant step in the world of technology and education in India has been realized as the Quranic app Niyyah attracted a $2 million investment to enhance and expand its activities. This specialized application focuses on teaching the Holy Quran…
As part of Ramadan campaigns, Shirazi-affiliated centres in Afghanistan distribute food baskets to needy families

As part of Ramadan campaigns, Shirazi-affiliated centres in Afghanistan distribute food baskets to needy families

On the beginning of the month of mercy (month of Ramadan), the office of the Supreme Religious Authority, His Eminence Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq al-Husseini Shirazi, in collaboration with the Al-Kawthar Cultural Charitable Foundation, launched a humanitarian initiative Food baskets…
Holy Karbala-based Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation launches its annual Quranic forum

Holy Karbala-based Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation launches its annual Quranic forum

As part of its efforts to promote religious and cultural awareness, Misbah Al-Husseini Foundation Relief and Development launched its annual special project “Quranic Forum” in collaboration with Sayyid Al-Shuhada Seminary in the holy city of Karbala, at the beginning of…
Afghan women sell handmade merchandise abroad via online stores

Afghan women sell handmade merchandise abroad via online stores

A company in Kabul is helping women artisans to sell their handmade crafts globally through online stores, Khaama Press reported. The company has created online platforms for many talented female artisans to showcase and sell their products, including traditional Afghan…
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