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India-Controlled Kashmir Votes in Historic Local Elections as Foreign Diplomats Observe
September 26, 2024
India-Controlled Kashmir Votes in Historic Local Elections as Foreign Diplomats Observe
Residents in Indian-controlled Kashmir participated in the second phase of local government elections on September 25, with a turnout of about 55%, Associated Press reported yesterday. This marks the first vote since the Indian government revoked the region’s semi-autonomy in…
Rich Nations Could Raise $5 Trillion for Climate Finance Annually
September 25, 2024
Rich Nations Could Raise $5 Trillion for Climate Finance Annually
A new study suggests that wealthy nations could generate up to $5 trillion per year for climate finance by implementing measures like windfall taxes on fossil fuels, ending harmful subsidies, and imposing a wealth tax on billionaires, The Guardian reported…
Restrictions Imposed in Jammu and Kashmir Amid Elections
September 25, 2024
Restrictions Imposed in Jammu and Kashmir Amid Elections
The Indian administration has implemented strict restrictions in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in the summer capital, Srinagar, from September 23 to September 25 at 6:00 PM, Kashmir Media Service reported yesterday. District Magistrate Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat issued prohibitory orders…
Renewed Clashes in Sudan Lead to Rising Casualties, Humanitarian Crisis
September 22, 2024
Renewed Clashes in Sudan Lead to Rising Casualties, Humanitarian Crisis
On September 21, renewed clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in El Fasher, North Darfur, resulted in at least 11 deaths, including three children, and left 17 others injured, according to the…
Amnesty International Demands Probe into Blasphemy Suspect Killings in Pakistan
September 21, 2024
Amnesty International Demands Probe into Blasphemy Suspect Killings in Pakistan
Amnesty International has called for a thorough investigation into the recent police killings of two blasphemy suspects in Pakistan’s Sindh and Balochistan provinces, Dawn revealed today. The organization emphasized the need for an impartial probe following the deaths of Abdul…
17th of Rabi’ al-Awwal marks beginning of ten-day period celebrating blessed Birth of Prophet Muhammad, Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq, peace be upon them
September 21, 2024
17th of Rabi’ al-Awwal marks beginning of ten-day period celebrating blessed Birth of Prophet Muhammad, Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq, peace be upon them
On the 17th of Rabi’ al-Awwal, Muslims around the world commemorate the blessed birth of the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him and his family) and Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) with joyous celebrations. This significant occasion marks…
80% of Indian Muslims in U.S. Report Discrimination Linked to Hindu Nationalism
September 20, 2024
80% of Indian Muslims in U.S. Report Discrimination Linked to Hindu Nationalism
A new survey highlights the troubling experiences of Indian American Muslims, revealing that a significant majority have faced discrimination tied to the rise of Hindu nationalism. Conducted by the Indian American Muslim Council (IAMC) and ReThink Media, the study sheds…
Starlink Launches Internet Service in Yemen
September 19, 2024
Starlink Launches Internet Service in Yemen
Elon Musk announced that Starlink satellite internet is now available in Yemen, marking the country as the first in the Middle East to receive the service, Arab News reported yesterday. This development follows a deal between Yemen’s internationally recognized government…
India: Residents Demand Demolition of “Unauthorized” Mosque in Shimla
September 18, 2024
India: Residents Demand Demolition of “Unauthorized” Mosque in Shimla
In Shimla’s Kasumpti area of India, residents are calling for the demolition of a mosque they claim was built without proper authorization, Muslim Mirror reported yesterday. Concerns have been raised about the mosque’s construction on residential land, which allegedly violates…
Militia Kills 10 Civilians in Eastern Congo
September 18, 2024
Militia Kills 10 Civilians in Eastern Congo
A midnight attack by the CODECO militia in Ituri province resulted in the deaths of ten civilians, Reuters reported yesterday. Local officials reported that the assault targeted a village in Djugu territory, predominantly inhabited by the Hema community. Witnesses stated…