Friday, November 28, 2014

Value Raja is our alumnus but BJP event may spark unrest: AMU VC | ummid.com

Value Raja is our alumnus but BJP event may spark unrest: AMU VC | ummid.com

In a sharply-worded letter addressed to Union HRD MInister Smriti Irani Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) Vice Chancellor Lt Gen Zameer Uddin Shah opposed the local BJP unit's plan to mark the birth anniversary of Jat leader Raja Mahendra Pratap within the campus and warned that the event may spark unrest.

Sunday, November 9, 2014

For land records, Punjab officials say bring Urdu knowing person along | ummid.com

For land records, Punjab officials say bring Urdu knowing person along | ummid.com

You need to have Urdu knowing person along to get land records and other personal documents from government offices in Punjab. The reason cited is absence of Urdu knowing staff in concerned departments of the state.

Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi: A Muslim, well read and loyal to the party | ummid.com

Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi: A Muslim, well read and loyal to the party | ummid.com

The 57-year-old post-graduate in mass communications has been known for his media one-liners and punch lines against his political adversaries, especially in his one-time political bastion of Rampur.

Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi among 21 new ministers inducted in Modi's cabinet | ummid.com

Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi among 21 new ministers inducted in Modi's cabinet | ummid.com

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday expanded his council of ministers and inducted 21 new ministers, including four with cabinet rank.

Shiv Sena recalls its nominee from cabinet expansion | ummid.com

Shiv Sena recalls its nominee from cabinet expansion | ummid.com

Senior Sena MP Anandrao Adsul said in Mumbai minutes before the Rashtrapati Bhavan ceremony that the party has decided against going ahead with Desai's inclusion in Modi's cabinet.

Saturday, November 8, 2014

Can plants be made to withstand climate change | ummid.com

Can plants be made to withstand climate change | ummid.com

Offering fresh insights into how plants regulate genetic material so that some genes are turned on while others are turned off, a new study has revealed how plants could better adapt to and survive environmental swings such as droughts or floods.

Friday, November 7, 2014

Bonnet-embedded device to charge your car | ummid.com

Bonnet-embedded device to charge your car | ummid.com

"Supercapacitors offer a high power output in a short time, meaning a faster acceleration rate of the car and a charging time of just a few minutes, compared to several hours for a standard electric car battery," explained post-doctoral research fellow Jinzhang Liu from QUT's science and engineering faculty.

Makkah receives scholars, dignitaries for Holy Kaaba washing ceremony | ummid.com

Makkah receives scholars, dignitaries for Holy Kaaba washing ceremony | ummid.com

The washing ritual begins with the performance of two raka'hs of Nafl prayer inside the Kaaba. The interior walls are then cleaned with rose, oud and musk perfumes using white cloth. Zamzam water mixed with rose perfume is then splashed on the floor and wiped with bare hands and palm leaves.

Jaitley defends Modi government in Gujarat over 2002 riots | ummid.com

Jaitley defends Modi government in Gujarat over 2002 riots | ummid.com

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley Friday defended the then Gujarat government headed by Narendra Modi over the 2002 riots, saying the state government was not responsible for the incident that sparked off the violence - the burning of the Godhra train in 2002 in which 59 people were burnt alive.

Goodbye to Gandhi's India, here comes the Hindustan of Modi's dreams | ummid.com

Goodbye to Gandhi's India, here comes the Hindustan of Modi's dreams | ummid.com

Even as the prime minister remains all reason and sweetness personified, devoting himself to singing paeans to noble profundities like hygiene, cleanliness, yoga and rediscovering India's lost glory, there have been low-intensity communal conflagrations all across the country including a full-scale riot last month right in Delhi's Trilokpuri.

Mizoram government teacher arrested for sexually abusing 32 students | ummid.com

Mizoram government teacher arrested for sexually abusing 32 students | ummid.com

The official said that subsequent inquiry and interrogation of the teacher revealed that he had either molested or raped 30 more girl students in the past three years in the same school.

Six Catholic legislators of BJP want a Catholic CM in Goa | ummid.com

Six Catholic legislators of BJP want a Catholic CM in Goa | ummid.com

Even as the names of Health Minister Laxmikant Parsenkar and assembly Speaker Rajendra Arlekar appear to have made the cut for the top position, three out of the six Catholic legislators in the BJP Friday demanded that a Catholic legislator should be made the chief minister.

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Apologise or face legal action: Asaduddin Owaisi to Praniti Shinde | ummid.com

Apologise or face legal action: Asaduddin Owaisi to Praniti Shinde | ummid.com

Dares her to come with evidence to prove her allegations right
President of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM) and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi Thursday threatened to file a defamation case against Congress MLA from Sholapur Praniti Shinde if she did not apologise for dubbing the MIM a 'treasonous and anti-National political party.'

The real winners are sometimes the losers | ummid.com

The real winners are sometimes the losers | ummid.com

Watching them reminded me of a football final that a colleague of mine covered in Ho Chi Minh City in the 1990s. Thailand and Indonesia were both trying really hard to lose. The starting whistle blew. Thailand played badly. Indonesia played worse. 

Ex-Trinamool functionary Asif Khan arrested in cheating case | ummid.com

Ex-Trinamool functionary Asif Khan arrested in cheating case | ummid.com

Former Trinamool Congress functionary Asif Khan, who fell out with the party after he alleged complicity of the top leadership in the Saradha chit fund scam, was late Thursday night arrested in connection with an alleged case of cheating.

Sajid Javid is Britain's first Indian-origin cabinet minister | ummid.com

Sajid Javid is Britain's first Indian-origin cabinet minister | ummid.com

Sajid Javid, Britain's secretary of state - or cabinet minister - for culture, media and sport, has disclosed that his father was from India and his mother from Pakistan. This obviously makes him half-Indian and, therefore, the first person of Indian origin to be a cabinet minister in Britain.

Maharashtra woman who sold 'mangalsutra' to fund toilet lauded | ummid.com

Maharashtra woman who sold 'mangalsutra' to fund toilet lauded | ummid.com

Her feat earned admiration from not only her family but the villagers, and as the news spread through local media, from people across Maharashtra. For, 'mangalsutra' is not a mere chain and a pendant, but dearest to a married Maharashtrian woman as it symbolises her wedlock.

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Aman Committee heads peaceful Muharram procession in Trilokpuri | ummid.com

Aman Committee heads peaceful Muharram procession in Trilokpuri | ummid.com

The Aman Committee - a group of 40 Hindu, Muslim, Sikh and Christian members - has played a crucial role in maintaining peace in Trilokpuri where communal violence erupted Oct 23 over Diwali celebration, leaving 60 people, including policemen, injured.

Arkay ready to launch 'Halal' whiskey this December | ummid.com

Arkay ready to launch 'Halal' whiskey this December | ummid.com

He explained that bars offering non-alcoholic drinks that taste like the classics would decrease the risk of an accident as the designated driver for a night out would still be able to enjoy a few drinks. The company expects to reach $100 million in U.S. sales by the end of the year and plans to hit the one billion mark by 2017. 

Prince, King ensure smooth Muharram in Trilokpuri | ummid.com

Prince, King ensure smooth Muharram in Trilokpuri | ummid.com

Of the total horses, 47 are lodged in the stable yard at the Provisioning and Logistic unit of Delhi Police located in Civil Lines area of north Delhi, while three are kept in south Delhi's Kalkaji Police Station.

If Fadnavis wants to split Maharashtra, he must quit: Congress | ummid.com

If Fadnavis wants to split Maharashtra, he must quit: Congress | ummid.com

... Uddhav Thackeray lacks that courage and has ruined the party's dignity. Why is Shiv Sena now going with 'Afzal Khan's' army?" Rane said. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/November/04.11.2014/fadnavis-congress-maha-split.html

Goa disbands local intelligence units after extortion charge | ummid.com

Goa disbands local intelligence units after extortion charge | ummid.com

The Goa Police has disbanded local intelligence branches (LIBs) after a constable was accused of extorting money from a tourist couple while threatening to implicate them in a prostitution case, a senior police officer said Tuesday.

Money can't compensate Hyderabad boy's death: Asaduddin Owaisi | ummid.com

Money can't compensate Hyderabad boy's death: Asaduddin Owaisi | ummid.com

Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi has demanded that Hyderabad police speed up its investigations into the burning alive of an 11-year-old boy in the Mehdipatnam army garrison here.

Monday, November 3, 2014

The bomb trail in West Bengal | ummid.com

The bomb trail in West Bengal | ummid.com

A top district police officer, who didn't want to be named, admitted the search operations seemed to be making a point to Muslims: "you are a suspect"
The only seizure they made was of airgun pellets that were found in the Simulia madrasa, along with a huge volume of religious scripts and literature written in Arabic, which the investigators described as 'jihadi'. Air gun pellets are sold in the open market and are not a banned item.

'Indian actress' proposes to Saudi man, then dupes | ummid.com

'Indian actress' proposes to Saudi man, then dupes | ummid.com

A Moroccan girl posing as an Indian actress on her Facebook page swindled large sums of money from a Saudi man before she was arrested in Morocco.

India to soon include Mauritius in Visa on Arrival scheme | ummid.com

India to soon include Mauritius in Visa on Arrival scheme | ummid.com

Speaking at the inauguration of the International Conference on Indentured Labour Route Project in Port Louis, Sushma Swaraj said Mauritius was the first and largest recipient of indentured labour from India.

NIA searches JMB operative's house in Assam | ummid.com

NIA searches JMB operative's house in Assam | ummid.com

A team from the NIA Monday searched the house of Shahnur Alom, allegedly an absconding operative of the Jamaat-ul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), in Assam's Barpeta district, officials said.

CLAT 2015 entrance test for LLB and LLM goes online | ummid.com

CLAT 2015 entrance test for LLB and LLM goes online | ummid.com

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT), an all-India entrance examination conducted on rotation by 14 National Law Universities (NLUs) for admissions to under-graduate and post-graduate degree programmes L.L.B and L.L.M. will be conducted online this year, official announced.

Indian origin Bikram Kumar Mohanty in race for Senate election in US | ummid.com

Indian origin Bikram Kumar Mohanty in race for Senate election in US | ummid.com

A man from Odisha who had gone to the US 20 years ago with just $50 in his pocket to seek a better life for himself and his family is a Democratic Party candidate for Georgia state Senate elections on Tuesday.

Avoid spreading rumours on Muharram: Delhi Police | ummid.com

Avoid spreading rumours on Muharram: Delhi Police | ummid.com

Delhi Police commissioner B.S. Bassi Monday appealed to the people to avoid spreading rumours during Muharram processions to be held in the city Nov 4, adding that strict action would be taken against violators.

Tamil Nadu Congress splits, Vasan forms new party | ummid.com

Tamil Nadu Congress splits, Vasan forms new party | ummid.com

The new party would follow the path laid down by Moopanar and the late Congress leader K. Kamaraj, a former Tamil Nadu chief minister whose name is synonymous with good governance in the state.

Sunday, November 2, 2014

Expectations high as a non-Muslim heads Maharashtra Minorities Ministry | ummid.com

Expectations high as a non-Muslim heads Maharashtra Minorities Ministry | ummid.com

Also, it articulated the concept of "dynamic equilibrium" that envisioned cooperation with major powers for inclusive regional development and, as some analysts say, the development of a counterweight to China's assertiveness in the South China Sea.

Monday, October 27, 2014

CAT 2014 mock tests available online from 01:00 p.m. onwards Tuesday | ummid.com

CAT 2014 mock tests available online from 01:00 p.m. onwards Tuesday | ummid.com

Common Admission Test (CAT 2014) aspirants can avail the computer based mock examination Tuesday October 28, 2014 from 01:00 p.m. onwards on CAT 2014 website. The test is a mock exam for demonstration purpose only to help understand the pattern.

Friday, October 24, 2014

'Mohammed' is most popular name in Israel! | ummid.com

'Mohammed' is most popular name in Israel! | ummid.com

One of the items lists the most popular names given last year to newborn boys and girls. When the statisticians saw the results, they were flabbergasted. It appears the name that topped the list was Mohammed. Mohammed? The most popular name in the Jewish state? There is a simple explanation for this.

Thursday, October 23, 2014

No plan to allow Jews to pray at Al-Aqsa: Israel | ummid.com

No plan to allow Jews to pray at Al-Aqsa: Israel | ummid.com

Israel on Wednesday reassured Jordan that it would not allow Jewish prayer at Jerusalem's flashpoint Al-Aqsa mosque compound, after reports of a possible change raised concerns in the Arab world.

Jeddah debate on Indian Muslims' patriotism a big draw | ummid.com

Jeddah debate on Indian Muslims' patriotism a big draw | ummid.com

"Islam's spreading in India was nothing to do with any sort of invasion. Muslim preachers landed in Kerala, situated in the southwestern coast of the Indian Subcontinent, and were instrumental in spreading the religion. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/October/23.10.2014/jeddah-debate-on-indian-muslim-patriot.html

Shiv Sena ready to back BJP-led coalition in Maharashtra | ummid.com

Shiv Sena ready to back BJP-led coalition in Maharashtra | ummid.com

In the 288-member assembly, the BJP and allies secured 123 seats, the Shiv Sena got 63, Congress managed 42, the NCP won 41 and the remaining seats were bagged by either Independents or smaller and regional parties. A party needs 145 seats for simple majority in the state assembly.

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

MIM victory natural consequence of how Indian politics is evolving: MLA Imtiyaz Jaleel | ummid.com

MIM victory natural consequence of how Indian politics is evolving: MLA Imtiyaz Jaleel | ummid.com

In the first reaction after winning the assembly election, Imtiyaz Jaleel, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) legislator from Aurangabad (Central) constituency in Maharashtra, defended the party politics and said the party's victory was consequence of the existing Indian politics.

Railway Board official arrested in bribe case | ummid.com

Railway Board official arrested in bribe case | ummid.com

Officials said a special train sought was from Surat to Haridwar and special coaches had been sought for clients of the tour operator. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/October/22.10.2014/railway-brd-official-arrested.html

Hydrogen fuel cell cars to rule the roost in future | ummid.com

Hydrogen fuel cell cars to rule the roost in future | ummid.com

South Korea's Hyundai has become the first manufacturer to release a mass-produced fuel cell car, the ix35 FCEV (Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle), which has just gone on sale and Toyota will be coming out with their version next year.

Bihar ministers shun computer training | ummid.com

Bihar ministers shun computer training | ummid.com

Only one-third of Bihar ministers Wednesday turned up for a day long training programme in computers, tablets and smart phones to ensure high tech-governance in the state, officials said.

Saudi religious police raids car, couple flees naked | ummid.com

Saudi religious police raids car, couple flees naked | ummid.com

It said commission members decided not to chase the couple in line with new instructions by their leaders not to chase suspected cars following a series of deadly incidents involving movie-like chases of offenders on the Gulf Kingdom's roads.

Sarah Fatima led team to probe Bangalore school child molestation | ummid.com

Sarah Fatima led team to probe Bangalore school child molestation | ummid.com

The six-member probe team, headed by assistant commissioner of police Sarah Fatima, is examining the footage of the closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras installed in the Orchid The International School to monitor movements of students, faculty, staff and visitors.

Modi regime continues UPA's 'disingenuity' on offshore black money | ummid.com

Modi regime continues UPA's 'disingenuity' on offshore black money | ummid.com

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley repeated the line on Oct 17 that the "confidentiality" clause in the DTAA signed by the Congress-led central government in 1995 came in the way of making public the names of account holders revealed by the German authorities.

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Math Talent Search Examination 2015 for kids on February 08 | ummid.com

Math Talent Search Examination 2015 for kids on February 08 | ummid.com

Maths Talent Search Examination (MTSE) is a mathematics skill and mental ability based competitive examination for the students of Class III to IX, organised by Indian Institute for Studies in Mathematics.

Owaisi brothers should drop negative tactics and embrace positive approach | ummid.com

Owaisi brothers should drop negative tactics and embrace positive approach | ummid.com

MIM's tactics and strategy appear to be a throwback to the pre-independece politics of the erstwhile Muslim League and its leader, Muhammad Ali Jinnah. MIM's two top leaders Asad Owaisi and Akbar Owaisi have increasingly adopted shrill religion based political tactics in tapping the despair and anger of the dispossessed Muslim youth. 

Combing operation in Dabhel continues, 10 women detained for over nine hours | ummid.com



Combing operation in Dabhel continues, 10 women detained for over nine hours | ummid.com





Two weeks after violence broke out in Dabhel - a small town 15 kms from Navsari, Gujarat police Tuesday detained about 20 people including 10 women, signalling that the combing operation and arrest of members of the Muslim community will continue unabated.

165 of Maharashtra's 288 new lawmakers have criminal cases | ummid.com

165 of Maharashtra's 288 new lawmakers have criminal cases | ummid.com

Among them, 51 (31 percent) already have charges framed against them in various courts of law, said a study by the Maharashtra Election Watch and Association for Democratic Reforms (MEW-ADR).

Karnataka HC clears Yeddyurappa's prosecution in land deals | ummid.com

Karnataka HC clears Yeddyurappa's prosecution in land deals | ummid.com

Hours after Terry Walsh resigned as chief coach of the Indian men's hockey team citing difficulty with the country's bureaucratic system, Sports Authority of India (SAI) director general Jiji Thomson Tuesday contended that the Australian was unhappy with the functioning within Hockey India (HI) and not regarding the nodal agency.

Monday, October 20, 2014

Centre to bring ordinance on coal block allocation | ummid.com

Centre to bring ordinance on coal block allocation | ummid.com

"The cabinet has recommended promulgation of ordinance to the president in order to resolve the pending issues particularly the situation arising out of a Supreme Court judgment quashing allocation of coal blocks," he said.

11 burnt alive in Andhra firecrackers unit blast | ummid.com

11 burnt alive in Andhra firecrackers unit blast | ummid.com

The accident took place in a building in coastal East Godavari district's Vakatippa village. Firecrackers were being manufactured illegally in the building, they said.

Samajwadi Party-Raj Bhawan face off intensifies in UP | ummid.com

Samajwadi Party-Raj Bhawan face off intensifies in UP | ummid.com

Responding to a poser that his frequent questions to the state government were tantamount to needling it, the governor said while he was aware that the Samajwadi Party had made some comments at their recent national convention in the state capital, he would not like to comment on the "political comments" made about him.

Is Jerusalem simmering over 'Judaization plan'? | ummid.com

Is Jerusalem simmering over 'Judaization plan'? | ummid.com

The light rail running through the city has been attacked nearly 100 times since July, according to CityPass, the company that administers it. Hundreds of Palestinians have been arrested, many on flimsy evidence. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/October/20.10.2014/jerusalem-under-jewish-plan.html

Dhaula Kuan gang-rape: Five 'psychopaths' get life term | ummid.com

Dhaula Kuan gang-rape: Five 'psychopaths' get life term | ummid.com

The five convicts - Shamshad ali as Khutkan, Usman alias Kale, Shahid alias Chhota Billi, Iqbal alias Bada Billi and Kamruddin -- were found guilty of abducting and gang raping a 30-year-old call centre executive in Delhi in 2010.

Election results shocker for Congress, likely to impact its revival | ummid.com

Election results shocker for Congress, likely to impact its revival | ummid.com

The results once again raised questions on Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi's leadership with no clarity yet about the party's roadmap for restructuring. They also revived demands for giving a more active role to Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, highlighting the party's dependence on the Nehru-Gandhi family.

Sunday, October 19, 2014

BJP majority Maharashtra assembly will have 10 Muslim MLAs | ummid.com

BJP majority Maharashtra assembly will have 10 Muslim MLAs | ummid.com

The newly elected Maharashtra assembly will have 10 Muslim legislators, one less than the last time, it is found after completion of the vote count in all the 288 assembly seats of the state.

Syed Moeen, Gaffar Qadri defeated in Maharashtra elections | ummid.com

Syed Moeen, Gaffar Qadri defeated in Maharashtra elections | ummid.com

All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Maharashtra president Syed Moeen who was leading by a comfortable margin could not maintain the lead in the last few rounds, and lost the election, officials announced in this important city in the Marathwada region.

BJP keeps winning momentum, Modi-Shah team gets boost | ummid.com

BJP keeps winning momentum, Modi-Shah team gets boost | ummid.com

The assembly poll results were crucial for BJP as these were the first major polls after the Lok Sabha elections and were being perceived as a vote on the performance of the five-month-old Narendra Modi government at the Centre. This was also the first round of assembly polls under party president Amit Shah, a confidant of Modi.

Asif Shaikh wins Malegaon Central seat, Mufti Ismael bites the dust | ummid.com

Asif Shaikh wins Malegaon Central seat, Mufti Ismael bites the dust | ummid.com

Asif Shaikh Rasheed of the Congress party defeated his nearest rival and sitting MLA Mufti Mohammad Ismael of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in the Malegaon (Central) assembly seat, officials announced Sunday after counting of the votes.

Abu Asim Azmi wins Mankhurd, son Farhan loses in Bhiwandi | ummid.com

Abu Asim Azmi wins Mankhurd, son Farhan loses in Bhiwandi | ummid.com

Samajwadi Part (SP) Maharashtra President and sitting MLA from Mumbai's Mankhurd assembly constiteuncy has won the seat second time in a row. However, his son Farhan Azmi has lost the elction from Bhiwandi.

NCP offers 'outside' support to BJP government in Maharashtra | ummid.com

NCP offers 'outside' support to BJP government in Maharashtra | ummid.com

Speaking after the election results produced a hung assembly, NCP leader Praful Patel said his party was ready to offer "outside support" to a Bharatiya Janata Party government in the state.

Imtiyaz Jaleel, Dr. Gaffar Qadri win, Aurangabad creates history | ummid.com

Imtiyaz Jaleel, Dr. Gaffar Qadri win, Aurangabad creates history | ummid.com

Imtiyaz Jaleel and Dr Gaffar Qadri of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) who contested the 2014 Maharashtra elections from Aurangabad (Central) and Aurangabad (East) assembly seats respectively have won the elections, it is officially announced here after the vote count.

Saturday, October 18, 2014

Sabir Seth of Congress trails, Anil Gote of BJP leads in Dhule | ummid.com

Sabir Seth of Congress trails, Anil Gote of BJP leads in Dhule | ummid.com

Sabir Seth of the Congress party is trailing in Dhule (Central) assembly seat. He is on the fourth position in the seat where the BJP candidate is leading. Raju Kadam Bande of the NCP is trailing on the second position.

Rasheed Tahir, Farhan Azmi trailing in Bhiwandi | ummid.com

Rasheed Tahir, Farhan Azmi trailing in Bhiwandi | ummid.com

Rasheed Tahir Momin of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and Farhan Azmi of the Samajwadi Party (SP) are trailing behind their rivals in their respective constituencies in Bhiwandi.

Prithviraj Chavan, RR Patil trailing in Maharashtra | ummid.com

Prithviraj Chavan, RR Patil trailing in Maharashtra | ummid.com

Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan and former Home Minister RR Patil are trailing in their respective constituencies, trends available at 09:00 a.m. in the orning showed.

Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM makes dent in Cong-NCP Muslim vote bank | ummid.com

Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM makes dent in Cong-NCP Muslim vote bank | ummid.com

The trends and indications coming after the polling day on October 15 clearly shows that the Muslims in all the 24 assembly seats where the AIMIM had fielded its candidates have voted in large number in favour of the new party, notwithstanding how many seats it actually wins in the polls.

Diesel prices deregulated, will be governed by market value | ummid.com

Diesel prices deregulated, will be governed by market value | ummid.com

While announcing the decision on diesel price deregulation Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said: "Price of diesel will be linked to the market, and therefore, depending on whatever is the cost involved, is the element that consumers will have to pay."

Congress in self-destruct mode | ummid.com

Congress in self-destruct mode | ummid.com

There is little doubt that it is the deliberate turning of the blind eye towards suspected acts of corruption which has fatally undermined the party's position. The Congress' reputation for aiding and abetting corruption first enabled Anna Hazare to whip up public sentiments against the party.

Friday, October 17, 2014

Feminist and proud wearer of Hijab, says American convert to Islam | ummid.com

Feminist and proud wearer of Hijab, says American convert to Islam | ummid.com

My scarf does not tie my hands behind my back, and it is not a tool of oppression. It doesn't prevent thoughts from entering my head and leaving my mouth, she says

Theresa Corbin, an American writer and a product of a Creole Catholic and an Irish atheist, found interest in Islam at the age of 15, and finally became a Muslim few months after the infamous 09/11 terror attack on the US twin towers when she was 21.

Chennai-born Indian-American scientist to get rare honour | ummid.com

Chennai-born Indian-American scientist to get rare honour | ummid.com

Suresh the current president of Carnegie Mellon University is one of only 16 living Americans to be elected to the Institute of Medicine, the National Academy of Sciences and the National Academy of Engineering.

Mufti Ismael not to get second chance, Asif Shaikh wins in Malegaon: Exit Poll | ummid.com

Mufti Ismael not to get second chance, Asif Shaikh wins in Malegaon: Exit Poll | ummid.com

Pollsters may be predicting a defeat for the Congress in the October 15 Maharashtra elections. However, in Malegaon – the Muslim dominated city known for its powerlooms, the grand old party looks set for a comeback with its candidate Asif Shaikh showing a clear lead over his rivals.

Route of Abraha's army that came to destroy the Holy Kaaba retraced | ummid.com

Route of Abraha's army that came to destroy the Holy Kaaba retraced | ummid.com

The Holy Qur'an, in a short chapter, briefly refers to the story of the army of elephants led by Abraha Al-Ashram, who was a governor of Yemen. God destroyed Abraha and his army that included 13 elephants, by sending flocks of birds that dropped small stones on.

Thursday, October 16, 2014

Bihar madrasa lifts ban on admission of girls after protest | ummid.com

Bihar madrasa lifts ban on admission of girls after protest | ummid.com

Early this week, management of Madrasa Azizia issued a diktat that girls will not be enrolled and those already enrolled will not be allowed into its premises as there is no separate sitting arrangement for them and co-education is against the Islamic tenets.

Realising Sir Syed's dreams | ummid.com

Realising Sir Syed's dreams | ummid.com

Sir Syed was also the first educationist who had not only allowed but established first Students Club in country on the lines of Oxford and Cambridge Universities by in shape of Syddons Club where the students used to debate their problems and issues concerning the community and the country.

Incumbent on Muslims to reaffirm image of Islam as religion of peace, mercy | ummid.com

Incumbent on Muslims to reaffirm image of Islam as religion of peace, mercy | ummid.com

Says Dr. Abdulaziz Othman Altwaijri at Aligarh Muslim University convocation, lauds AMU for launching Bridge Course for Madrasa graduates

Director General, Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ISESCO), Rabat, Morocco and Secretary General of Federation of Universities of Islamic World (FUIW), Dr. Abdulaziz Othman Altwaijri today called upon Muslim youth in India and all over the world to come forward and project the "true, humanitarian and inclusive image of Islam" to the rest of the world.

Hyderabad boy sodomised before being set on fire by military men | ummid.com

Hyderabad boy sodomised before being set on fire by military men | ummid.com

Says a fact finding probe, demands high level inquiry into the incident, severe punishment for the two military men and withdrawal of the military cantonment from the twin cities

A fact finding team comprising eminent citizens Thursday termed the burning to death of the 11-year-old boy, Shaikh Mustafa, as a clear case of sexual assault and murder by two military persons.

India close to having its own navigation satellite system | ummid.com

India close to having its own navigation satellite system | ummid.com

With the successful launch early Thursday of the third of seven satellites planned under the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), India is just a satellite and a couple of months away from having its own satellite navigation system.

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

BJP to emerge as single largest party in Maharashtra, Haryana: Exit polls | ummid.com

BJP to emerge as single largest party in Maharashtra, Haryana: Exit polls | ummid.com

According to Today's Chanakya, the BJP was projected to get 151 (+/- nine seats), the Shiv Sena 71 (+/- nine), the Congress 27 (+/- five) and NCP 28 (+/- five). The MNS and others were projected to get 11 (+/- five seats).

To see Kaaba is something I will never forget, says US convert after first Hajj | ummid.com

To see Kaaba is something I will never forget, says US convert after first Hajj | ummid.com

Most beautiful time came when it was close to sunset and hundreds of people gathered on a hillside, facing the Kaaba in the West, to make supplications while the sun was setting, she says

53-year-old Kristin Szremski, an American journalist, who converted to Islam in 2001 after she found interest in Islam while covering the Arab community as Special Assignment Reporter for the Star Newspapers in suburban Chicago, desribed her first Hajj as very special, powerful and something she will never forget.

Stray violence as 55 percent vote in Maharashtra | ummid.com

Stray violence as 55 percent vote in Maharashtra | ummid.com

The bitter battle for Maharashtra ended Wednesday evening with over 55 percent of the 8.35 crore electorate voting in assembly elections that have pitted the BJP virtually against all others in the sprawling state for the first time.

At half time, 33 percent vote in Maharashtra | ummid.com

At half time, 33 percent vote in Maharashtra | ummid.com

Along with balloting for the 288-seat Maharashtra assembly, voting also took place for the Lok Sabha by-election in Beed. The seat fell vacant following the death of union minister Gopinath Munde in June.

IndiGo gives Airbus largest single order of 250 A-320s | ummid.com

IndiGo gives Airbus largest single order of 250 A-320s | ummid.com

IndiGo president Aditya Ghosh said that the new additional aircraft would enable the airline to continue bringing its low fares and hassle-free service to more customers and markets, besides creating more jobs and growth.

IndiGo gives Airbus largest single order of 250 A-320s | ummid.com

IndiGo gives Airbus largest single order of 250 A-320s | ummid.com

IndiGo president Aditya Ghosh said that the new additional aircraft would enable the airline to continue bringing its low fares and hassle-free service to more customers and markets, besides creating more jobs and growth.

Terminally ill Sadiq becomes Hyderabad police chief for a day | ummid.com

Terminally ill Sadiq becomes Hyderabad police chief for a day | ummid.com

Pushpa Devi Jain from the foundation said by fulfilling the wishes of children with life threatening medical condition, they were trying to give them happiness which could help in extending their life span.

Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Jewish settlers torch mosque in West Bank | ummid.com

Jewish settlers torch mosque in West Bank | ummid.com

The "price tag" group has carried out scores of attacks on Palestinian, Israeli Arab, and church property in the West Bank and inside Israel since 2008. The group says it aims to exact a price for any opposition to settlement building.

Uttar Pradesh governor hosts RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat for dinner | ummid.com

Uttar Pradesh governor hosts RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat for dinner | ummid.com

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) is holding a meeting of its 'Kendriya Karyakari Mandal' between Oct 17-19 in the state capital and the entire top brass of the RSS is in the city and preparing for the draft of the meeting which is likely to give direction to the Sangh and its affiliates for the year round.

Congress candidate from Malegaon seeks votes to lead Maharashtra Muslims | ummid.com

Congress candidate from Malegaon seeks votes to lead Maharashtra Muslims | ummid.com

Asif Shaikh (42), the president of Malegaon Congress Committee, ex-Mayor and son of two-time Congress MLA Shaikh Rasheed, is contesting the election from Malegaon (Central) assembly seat. He says there are a vast majority of Muslims, about 70%, in the state who are living in totally inhuman condition.

Brisk polling in Maharashtra, Haryana | ummid.com

Brisk polling in Maharashtra, Haryana | ummid.com

Among the early voters were former deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar and his family members in Baramati, Leader of Opposition in Legislative Council Vinod Tawde and his family in Mumbai, Pankaja Munde in Beed and actor Rekha in Mumbai.

Sunil Gaikwad of NCP may grab Malegaon Outer seat from Shiv Sena | ummid.com

Sunil Gaikwad of NCP may grab Malegaon Outer seat from Shiv Sena | ummid.com

In the last fifteen days however the situation has taken such a dramatic turn that a day before the voting it appears that Dada Bhuse - the strong Sena man in the area, will lose and it is Sunil Gaikwad who has actually got the edge in the election.

Britain recognises Palestine State, Israel fumes | ummid.com

Britain recognises Palestine State, Israel fumes | ummid.com

Palestinians estimate that 134 countries have recognised Palestine as a state, although the number is disputed and several recognitions by what are now European Union (EU) member states date from the Soviet era.

Monday, October 13, 2014

Meerut Love Jihad 'victim' says family forced her to make false accusations | ummid.com

Meerut Love Jihad 'victim' says family forced her to make false accusations | ummid.com

Officials said she had approached the Senior Superintendent of Police of Meerut Saturday claiming that her parents were beating her after money stopped coming from certain Hindu leaders. - See more at: http://www.ummid.com/news/2014/October/14.10.2014/love-jihad-victim.html

UPSC Preliminary Exam 2014 results likely to be declared by October 18 | ummid.com

UPSC Preliminary Exam 2014 results likely to be declared by October 18 | ummid.com

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) preliminary exam 2014 results are likely to be declared by the end of this week, officials informed on Monday. The UPSC results are normally declared OnLine on the commission's website. Once declared, they can be seen online on www.upsc.gov.in.

Cyclone claims 21 lives in Andhra, relief work begins | ummid.com

Cyclone claims 21 lives in Andhra, relief work begins | ummid.com

Visakhapatnam, the largest city in the state which bore the brunt of the fury, remained without electricity, communication and drinking water as almost the entire physical infrastructure collapsed due to the cyclone.

Sunday, October 12, 2014

Thailand's Songkhla to host World Halal Expo | ummid.com

Thailand's Songkhla to host World Halal Expo | ummid.com

Through the event, the institute is aiming to develop southern Thailand into a regional hub of halal products and services and encourage existing producers to promote the popularity of their goods in both Muslim and non-Muslim markets.

Cyclone hits Andhra coast, three killed | ummid.com

Cyclone hits Andhra coast, three killed | ummid.com

The heavy downpour accompanied by powerful winds with speeds reaching up to 185 kmph uprooted trees, felled electricity and communication towers and caused widespread destruction to crops.

Online shopping spree makes offline retailers cry foul | ummid.com

Online shopping spree makes offline retailers cry foul | ummid.com

Though the annual sales turnover of the offline retail sector is estimated to be $25 billion (Rs.150,000 crore) as against $3 billion (Rs.18,000 crore) of the emerging e-tail sector, many retail formats are feeling the heat of their tech-savvy counterparts.

Five months after poll debacle, Congress sticking to old ways | ummid.com

Five months after poll debacle, Congress sticking to old ways | ummid.com

The Congress, however, seems to be sticking to its traditional method where party president Sonia Gandhi and vice president Rahul Gandhi address a few public meetings while the onus of managing the campaign falls largely on the state leaders.

Mohammed Rafi's son sings a political tune as MIM candidate | ummid.com

Mohammed Rafi's son sings a political tune as MIM candidate | ummid.com

On his selection of the MIM vis-a-vis other political parties, Shahid maintains that when he visited Hyderabad, he was truly impressed by MIM's contribution and wanted to be a part of its agenda in Maharashtra.

Now, a happiness meter in Dubai! | ummid.com

Now, a happiness meter in Dubai! | ummid.com

The initiative, called the "Happiness Meter", will send daily reports to decision-makers that will enable them to monitor the types of government services that people are most happy about, and identify the geographical areas where these services are being provided as part of the sustained efforts to develop customer service and improve the happiness of the people.

Saturday, October 11, 2014

Why India should engage more with Morocco | ummid.com

Why India should engage more with Morocco | ummid.com

Bouhdoud, 32, who was educated in London and worked as an investment banker for Morgan Stanley, is emblematic of the new breed of Moroccan leaders who are out to carve a bold new image for an ancient country and are seeking to leverage on its strategic location at the crossroads between the east and west, north and south.

RR Patil's 'rape after elections' remark raises hackles | ummid.com

RR Patil's 'rape after elections' remark raises hackles | ummid.com

Former Maharashtra home minister R.R. Patil landed in a controversy at an election rally Saturday when he said: "If the candidate wanted to become a legislator, he should have waited till the elections and then raped..."

Freedom fighter and veteran INA member Captain Abbas Ali dies | ummid.com

Freedom fighter and veteran INA member Captain Abbas Ali dies | ummid.com

While pursuing his studies at Aligarh Muslim University, he came in contact with great communist leader of his time Kunwar Muhammed Ashraf. On his inspiration, he joined British Army in 1939 and was posted in South East Asia during World War II.

Hindu, Christian MPs demand total ban on liqour sales in Pakistan | ummid.com

Hindu, Christian MPs demand total ban on liqour sales in Pakistan | ummid.com

Alcohol is strictly forbidden according to Hindu and Chrsitian Holy Books, they say

In Pakistan, a country where liquor and alcohol consupmtion is already banned for Muslims, over a dozen lawmakers including Hindu and Christian prominent faces in the National Assembly Thursday demanded similar kind of restrictions for non-Muslims too.

Friday, October 10, 2014

Maharashtra Polls: Communal card loses appeal | ummid.com

Maharashtra Polls: Communal card loses appeal | ummid.com\

The current political scenario in Maharashtra, marked by increase in number of Muslim candidates fielded by rival parties conveys one message strongly. Even the most extremist communal parties have tacitly accepted that to hold power in state assembly, they have no option but to try and reach out to Muslims.

Get ready for Google 'phablet' this month | ummid.com

Get ready for Google 'phablet' this month | ummid.com

In 2011, phablets accounted for 1 percent of the global smartphone shipments but this year, these devices will make up 24 percent of the market, according to a report by global consultancy firm Strategy Analytics.

Get ready for Google 'phablet' this month | ummid.com

Get ready for Google 'phablet' this month | ummid.com

In 2011, phablets accounted for 1 percent of the global smartphone shipments but this year, these devices will make up 24 percent of the market, according to a report by global consultancy firm Strategy Analytics.

First clean rampant hatred against Muslims then India, Asaduddin Owaisi asks Modi | ummid.com

First clean rampant hatred against Muslims then India, Asaduddin Owaisi asks Modi | ummid.com

Criticizes Modi for invoking Mahatma Gandhi during his New York speech, blames people associated with RSS for his murder

Taking potshots at Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' and terming the widely highlighted campaign a mere 'eyewash' and 'show-off', Member of Parliament from Hyderabad and President of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Asaduddin Owaisi Thursday asked the BJP-led government to clear stand on anti-Muslim hate campaign run by party leaders.

Six women gang-raped in Bihar, main accused arrested | ummid.com

Six women gang-raped in Bihar, main accused arrested | ummid.com

This is a big step up from giving it to leading makers of war. But then what of the prize for peace and the mission of ending war that Nobel included in his will in fulfillment of a promise to Bertha von Suttner?

Again the Peace Prize not for Peace | ummid.com

Again the Peace Prize not for Peace | ummid.com

This is a big step up from giving it to leading makers of war. But then what of the prize for peace and the mission of ending war that Nobel included in his will in fulfillment of a promise to Bertha von Suttner?

Unlikely for BJP to get majority in Maharashtra, Haryana: Survey | ummid.com

Unlikely for BJP to get majority in Maharashtra, Haryana: Survey | ummid.com

Long term trends are calculated based upon the cumulative tracking poll data of 20,279 respondents interviewed during last 12 weeks. The margin of error is plus/minus 3 percent at state level.

Muneeb Raza and P Neela win All India Essay Competition on Sir Syed | ummid.com

Muneeb Raza and P Neela win All India Essay Competition on Sir Syed | ummid.com

The winners will be awarded on 17th October at the Sir Syed Day Commemoration Meeting by the guest of honour Dr Abdulaziz Othman Al Altawajiri, Director General, Islamic Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (ISESCO), Rabat, Kingdom of Morocco.

Girl born during Haj days, dies in Haj hour after wishing her death | ummid.com

Girl born during Haj days, dies in Haj hour after wishing her death | ummid.com

A 25-year-old Saudi girl, who was born during Haj days, died while performing Haj (pilgrimage) in Makkah just an hour after texting her father on his mobile telling him that she wishes to die there.

Liquor, tobacco products now cost more in Kerala | ummid.com

Liquor, tobacco products now cost more in Kerala | ummid.com

"We have already decided that on Oct 2, 2023, total prohibition would be in force in the state and all the measures that we are now implementing is to make the availability of liquor less available and another step to wean away people is a hike in price," Chief Minister Oomen Chandy said.

Thursday, October 9, 2014

Sea of humanity out on roads for Asaduddin Owaisi’s road show in Malegaon | ummid.com

Sea of humanity out on roads for Asaduddin Owaisi’s road show in Malegaon | ummid.com

A sea of humanity came out on roads in Malegaon Thursday to have a glimpse of Hyderabad MP and President of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Chief Asaduddin Owaisi who was in the Muslim dominated textile city in North Maharashtra to campaign for the party candidate.

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

CBSE CTET - Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2014 results declared | ummid.com

CBSE CTET - Central Teacher Eligibility Test 2014 results declared | ummid.com

Results of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) 2014 conducted by the CBSE have been declared and they are now available online on www.cbse.nic.in and www.ctet.nic.in.

11-year-old Mustafauddin set ablaze by army men in Hyderabad dies | ummid.com

11-year-old Mustafauddin set ablaze by army men in Hyderabad dies | ummid.com

A resident of Siddiq Nagar, Sheikh was called inside the garrison area by two military men. They allegedly beat him and later set him ablaze. He sustained 90 percent burns and was found lying near the main gate of the garrison.

'Blood Moon' overwhelms sky watchers in Americas and Asia | ummid.com

'Blood Moon' overwhelms sky watchers in Americas and Asia | ummid.com

During the total lunar eclipse, light beams into Earth's shadow, filling it with a coppery glow that gives it a red hue.- See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/October/09.10.2014/blood-moon-eclipse.html

Aliens out there but too far to contact: Scientist | ummid.com

Aliens out there but too far to contact: Scientist | ummid.com

Earth is one of some 40 billion potentially habitable worlds in the galaxy -- with about one new life-friendly planet forming every year, a study has revealed, adding that our Milky Way may be home to some 3,000 extra-terrestrial civilisations.

'Women in Solidarity with Hijab' attracts large no. of non-Muslims in Australia | ummid.com

'Women in Solidarity with Hijab' attracts large no. of non-Muslims in Australia | ummid.com

A group of non-Muslim Australian women organized a show of support with the Islamic community in Canberra earlier this week by putting on the Islamic headscarf and offering flowers to Muslims celebrating the feast of Eid al-Adha.

14 dead in Turkey in protests over fall of Kobane | ummid.com

14 dead in Turkey in protests over fall of Kobane | ummid.com

Riot police lobbed tear gas and used water cannon in a number of towns and cities as the disturbances spread across the country, including capital city of Ankara and Istanbul, the largest city of the country, BBC reported.

India-Pakistan border continues to crackle; two more killed on Indian side | ummid.com

India-Pakistan border continues to crackle; two more killed on Indian side | ummid.com

Pakistan Rangers continued to fire across the international border with India through the night and well into Wednesday, killing at least two more people and injuring two dozen. India was quick to retaliate, but the casualties on the Pakistani side was not immediately known.

Tamil actress Maya attempts suicide to protest jail to Jayalalitha | ummid.com

Tamil actress Maya attempts suicide to protest jail to Jayalalitha | ummid.com

"Maya had come along with her daughter and a can of kerosene. Both tried to self-immolate themselves, but they were luckily stopped by officials on duty," a police official from Vepery police station told IANS.

2014 Uttar Pradesh Civil Services - Prelims result declared | ummid.com

2014 Uttar Pradesh Civil Services - Prelims result declared | ummid.com

Results of the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (Prelims) examination 2014 has been declared on the website of Uttar Pradesh Service Commission (UPPSC).

Three get Nobel Prize in Chemistry for 'nanoscopy' work | ummid.com

Three get Nobel Prize in Chemistry for 'nanoscopy' work | ummid.com

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced Wednesday the Nobel Prize to be jointly awarded to Eric Betzig from Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Ashburn; Stefan W. Hell from the Max Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry, Gottingen; and William E. Moerner from the University of Stanford, Britain.

Bangladesh language movement veteran Matin passes away | ummid.com

Bangladesh language movement veteran Matin passes away | ummid.com

Matin, who fought for establishing Bangla as state language in 1952, breathed his last at the ICU at around 9.00 a.m. (local time) Wednesday. Matin, popularly known as Bhasha Matin meaning Matin for state language, played a significant role in the Language Movement in 1952.

Power ministry to sell LEDs at Rs.10 | ummid.com

Power ministry to sell LEDs at Rs.10 | ummid.com

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu Thursday launched the Energy Conservation Mission's Demand Side Efficient Lighting Programme (DELP) in the state, which promotes replacement of incandescent bulbs with energy-efficient LED bulbs.

Tuesday, October 7, 2014

Assembly debates are fixed between ruling and opp parties: Malegaon MLA | ummid.com

Assembly debates are fixed between ruling and opp parties: Malegaon MLA | ummid.com

It was 'awkward' and 'lonely' to be in the house during the assembly sessions, says the Mufti-turn-Politician who is contesting for second term

Mufti Mohammad Ismael, the cleric-turned-politician, who won the 2009 Maharashtra election to represent the Malegaon (Central) assembly constituency for the next five years and now trying to retain the seat, Tuesday criticized the handling of the assembly sessions, and the way legislators from smaller parties are treated.

Beauty Queen gives up alcohol, short skirts after converting to Islam | ummid.com

Beauty Queen gives up alcohol, short skirts after converting to Islam | ummid.com

Lindsey Van Gele, a candidate for the Miss Belgium contest 2012, has converted to Islam after marrying Mamoutou N'Diaye, a midfielder for Zulte Waregem, a Belgian football team, and has also pledged to give up alcohol, pork and revealing dressing.

A unique pens-through-the-ages exhibition in Lucknow | ummid.com

A unique pens-through-the-ages exhibition in Lucknow | ummid.com

While the fortnight-long event will chronicle the history of pens, on display will be a range of pens costing anything from Rs.1,000 to a whopping Rs.40,000, said Universal Booksellers, the organiser and one of the oldest book shops in Lucknow.

Ebola, MERS free Haj a big success, all pilgrims leave Mina | ummid.com

Ebola, MERS free Haj a big success, all pilgrims leave Mina | ummid.com

Most of the pilgrims had left Mina after performing stoning ritual for the third day on Monday. The remaining pilgrims who stayed back in the Tent City completed the stoning ritual after Dhuhr on Tuesday, the third day of Tashreeq, following the example of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

Rare lunar eclipse to be briefly visible in Delhi Wednesday | ummid.com

Rare lunar eclipse to be briefly visible in Delhi Wednesday | ummid.com

The rare celestial phenomenon will be visible in New Delhi for barely a few minutes -- from between 5.58 p.m. to 6.04 p.m. In Delhi, moonrise is at 5.58 p.m. while the partial phase of the eclipse ends at 6.04 p.m., said a Nehru Planetarium statement.

Tensions rise as Indian, Pakistani armies clash | ummid.com

Tensions rise as Indian, Pakistani armies clash | ummid.com

The latest violation of the 2003 ceasefire along the Jammu and Kashmir border has sparked fresh tensions along the border. Indian officials have said an estimated 20,000 people have fled their homes in border areas.

Communal tension in Bihar's Kishanganj, curfew imposed | ummid.com

Communal tension in Bihar's Kishanganj, curfew imposed | ummid.com

Kishanganj Superintendent of Police Dipak Barnwal said that as news spread that a part of a slaughtered animal was thrown near a temple, some people protested against it Monday night itself but police defused the situation and convinced them to go back to their homes.

In Dhule, Modi rules out separating Mumbai from Maharashtra | ummid.com

In Dhule, Modi rules out separating Mumbai from Maharashtra | ummid.com

Flatly rejecting allegations by various opposition parties, including former ally Shiv Sena, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday categorically ruled out separating Mumbai from Maharashtra or dividing the state.

Monday, October 6, 2014

Hollywood Star Ben Affleck rejects racist views on Islam, wins praise | ummid.com

Hollywood Star Ben Affleck rejects racist views on Islam, wins praise | ummid.com

We've killed more Muslims than they've killed us, by an awful lot... yet we're exempted from these things because they're not really a reflection of what we believe in, says the Shakespeare in Love star

Ben Affleck, a Hollywood star and director, won praise on social media after an angry debate with anti-Islam TV host Bill Maher and author Sam Harris, attacking the negative, "incomplete" image they were painting for world Muslims.

Eid-ul-Azha celebrated in Pakistan | ummid.com

Eid-ul-Azha celebrated in Pakistan | ummid.com

Eid congregations were held at mosques, Eidgahs (open gathering place usually outside the city), and in all cities, towns, and villages.

Sunday, October 5, 2014

Maharashtra already way ahead of Gujarat on many counts: Congress | ummid.com

Maharashtra already way ahead of Gujarat on many counts: Congress | ummid.com

He said that Modi had promised to bring back the black money stashed in foreign banks within 100 days, but not a dime has been brought, inflation and unemployment continue to soar, and the government could not take advantage of the falling oil prices in the world market.

ICFAI Hyderabad Professor ends life, search on for missing children | ummid.com

ICFAI Hyderabad Professor ends life, search on for missing children | ummid.com

The 43-year-old had the permission from a city court to take his children out on every weekend. The professor had picked up the children, both sons aged 9 and 5 years, from his in-laws' house in Malkajgiri on Saturday morning.

Hajj Selfies go viral on Twitter despite warnings by Muslim scholars | ummid.com

Hajj Selfies go viral on Twitter despite warnings by Muslim scholars | ummid.com

One of the most trending pilgrim selfies was posted on September 30, replicating the most re-tweeted Oscar selfie posted by television celebrity Ellen DeGeneres

Despite warnings by Muslim scholars not to take pictures without valid reasons, pilgrims are racing to capture - from Tawaf to prayers atop Mount Mercy in Arafat, and stoning of the 'devil' in Mina, every moment of Haj on cameras and smartphones to post on social networking sites for instant sharing.

Three found killed in Muzaffarnagar, villagers claim communal hatred | ummid.com

Three found killed in Muzaffarnagar, villagers claim communal hatred | ummid.com

The villagers placed the bodies on the highway and halted traffic. Following the traffic jam, the police reached the spot and tried to restore vehicular movement on the highway. But the adamant villagers claimed communal hatred was the reason behind the killings.

Modi finds faults in Cong, NCP; spares Shiv Sena | ummid.com

Modi finds faults in Cong, NCP; spares Shiv Sena | ummid.com

Modi was expected to reach here late Sunday evening, but the sudden stormy weather created a lot of mud and waterlogging on approach roads to the open ground, the venue of the rally near the city.

Modi finds faults in Cong, NCP; spares Shiv Sena | ummid.com

Modi finds faults in Cong, NCP; spares Shiv Sena | ummid.com

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hit out at the Congress-NCP Sunday as he stormed their bastions in prosperous western Maharashtra while campaigning for the Oct 15 assembly elections, but said he would not criticize former ally Shiv Sena to respect the memory of its late founder Bal Thackeray.

Image of India Modi portrays before Indian Americans is far from reality | ummid.com

Image of India Modi portrays before Indian Americans is far from reality | ummid.com

Section of the Indian Diaspora, in a trance to see their rock star, is feigning ignorance to the stinky communal policies of the controversial leader

Among the 18,500 people who behaved like cheerleaders for Narendra Modi during his theatrics last Sunday at New York's Madison Square Garden, not one person would be able to defend the controversial Indian premier in a serious debate.

Saturday, October 4, 2014

Asaduddin Owaisi halts in Malegaon enroute Mumbai, gets a hero's welcome | ummid.com

Asaduddin Owaisi halts in Malegaon enroute Mumbai, gets a hero's welcome | ummid.com

Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM) chief and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi, who was travelling to Mumbai by road to address an election rally later in the evening Saturday, was greeted by an impromptu but huge crowd when he halted in Malegaon for a brief stopover.

Son to marry stepmother in France | ummid.com

Son to marry stepmother in France | ummid.com

She was previously married to Holder's father but the couple are not blood relatives. Nonetheless, French law prohibits all unions between stepchildren and step-parents -- even former ones.

Eid-eve has never been so subdued in Srinagar | ummid.com

Eid-eve has never been so subdued in Srinagar | ummid.com

This is the largest animal market in the Valley and even today is full of sacrificial animals, including sheep and goats, and their sellers who have come from different places - but buyers are few and far between.

Minister contradicts Air India denial, says stun grenade found in aircraft | ummid.com

Minister contradicts Air India denial, says stun grenade found in aircraft | ummid.com

"It was a stun grenade that was left in the aircraft after a security drill. It is a failure that it was not spotted. An investigation has been ordered. We are going to investigate the failure and even the authorities at Jeddah airport are going to do the same," Gajapathi Raju said.

'Explosive' on Air India VVIP aircraft was plastic wrapper! | ummid.com

'Explosive' on Air India VVIP aircraft was plastic wrapper! | ummid.com

The Indian security apparatus went into a tizzy early Saturday after the suspicious object, initially presumed to be an explosive, was found by the cabin crew on the Mumbai-Hyderabad-Jeddah flight at its termination point.

'Films like 'Haider' is attempt to redraw lines' | ummid.com

'Films like 'Haider' is attempt to redraw lines' | ummid.com

'Haider' consciously tries to show what fits the broad narrative of Indian psyche: Ok a few glitches have happened in the form of human rights abuses but they are pardonable

Thus Haider becomes a revenge tale so becomes Kashmir. On one side is Haider whose father is pro-militant and on his opposite side is Khurram—a pro-India Kashmiri politician and an Ikhwani. He is power hungry. He looks at his sister-in-law with lustful eyes. He kills people for money.

'Films like 'Haider' is attempt to redraw lines' | ummid.com

'Films like 'Haider' is attempt to redraw lines' | ummid.com

'Haider' consciously tries to show what fits the broad narrative of Indian psyche: Ok a few glitches have happened in the form of human rights abuses but they are pardonable

Thus Haider becomes a revenge tale so becomes Kashmir. On one side is Haider whose father is pro-militant and on his opposite side is Khurram—a pro-India Kashmiri politician and an Ikhwani. He is power hungry. He looks at his sister-in-law with lustful eyes. He kills people for money.

Friday, October 3, 2014

Patna's Dussehra day stampede death toll 32, may go further up | ummid.com

Patna's Dussehra day stampede death toll 32, may go further up | ummid.com

'Thirty-two people including women and children died due to stampede after the 'Ravan vadh' and 18 people were seriously injured,' Bihar Director General of Police P.K. Thakur told media persons here.

25 die in Patna's Dussehra day stampede | ummid.com

25 die in Patna's Dussehra day stampede | ummid.com

The stampede ensued when thousands of people who had gathered to watch the Dussehra event were coming out of of the sprawling area, Patna District Magistrate Manish Kumar Verma said.

BJP back-stabbed us, says Aditya Thackeray | ummid.com

BJP back-stabbed us, says Aditya Thackeray | ummid.com

In an interview to CNN-IBN, the 24-year-old son of son of Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray, Aalso criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for targeting his father for aspiring to be chief minister in case the alliance came to power.

Live and let live: Himachal court bans animal sacrifice | ummid.com

Live and let live: Himachal court bans animal sacrifice | ummid.com

Local legislator and chief representative of Lord Raghunath, the Kullu Valley's chief deity who called the 'Jagati Puch', however rejects the high court ban

Invoking 'parens patriae', a doctrine that grants authority of the state to protect persons who are legally unable to act on their own, a division bench consisting of Justice Rajiv Sharma and Justice Sureshwar Thakur observed: "The practice of animal and bird sacrifice is abhorrent and dastardly."

RSS bats for Swadeshi, wants caste bias to end | ummid.com

RSS bats for Swadeshi, wants caste bias to end | ummid.com

In his annual Dussehra speech to mark the Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh's founding day, Bhagwat patted Prime Minister Narendra Modi government saying it was "moving in the right direction" since taking office in May.

The Holy Kaaba adorned with new cover | ummid.com

The Holy Kaaba adorned with new cover | ummid.com

Kiswa, the Kaaba cover called as, is 14 meters high, to match the height of the Kaaba, and 47 meters wide, enough to cover the four sides, which are not identical in dimension

The Holy Kaaba was adorned with a new cover (kiswa) on Friday. Officials from the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques took off the old Kiswa and installed the new one, which is made of pure silk and gold threads.

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Haj begins Thursday, all set for peaceful and smooth ritual | ummid.com

Haj begins Thursday, all set for peaceful and smooth ritual | ummid.com

They circle around the Kaaba, a cubic building at the center of the Grand Mosque that Muslims face for prayer, and perform other acts of worship at further locations. Standing (wuqoof) at Arafat on Dhul Hijjah 9 is the most important ritual of Haj.

Nationwide 'Swachh Bharat Mission' launch Thursday | ummid.com

Nationwide 'Swachh Bharat Mission' launch Thursday | ummid.com

The launch of the mission comes in the wake of a perception about Indian cities not being very clean. A number of people in rural areas still do not have access to toilets. Some schools in the rural areas also do not have toilets.

Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Modi indicted by 'Washington Court' for abetting murder of Muslims | ummid.com

Modi indicted by 'Washington Court' for abetting murder of Muslims | ummid.com

The US based Sikh Foundation for Justice (SFJ) in coordination with the American Gurudwara Prabhandak Committee (AGPC), Tuesday held a Citizens' Court in Lafayette Park, a small park infront of the White House to indict PM Narendra Modi for the human rights violations in 2002 in Gujarat.

Krishak, Barauni expresses collide near Gorakhpur, nine dead | ummid.com

Krishak, Barauni expresses collide near Gorakhpur, nine dead | ummid.com

The accident took place after Krishak Express jumped a signal that brought it on the same track as Barauni Express. The incident took place around 11:30 p.m. when the Barauni Express was passing the Nandanagar crossing.

Gaza war Israeli veterans commit suicide after 'psychological pressure' | ummid.com

Gaza war Israeli veterans commit suicide after 'psychological pressure' | ummid.com

Israel unleashed attacks on Gaza in early July and later expanded its military campaign with a ground invasion into the Palestinian territory. Over 2,130 Palestinians lost their lives and some 11,000 were injured. Gaza Health officials say the victims included 578 children and nearly 260 women.

Hong Kong students threaten to occupy government offices | ummid.com

Hong Kong students threaten to occupy government offices | ummid.com

"We will increase the intensity of protests starting as of this Thursday, Oct 2," Chow Wing Hong, one of the general secretaries of the federation, and Chan Kin Man, co-founder of the 'Occupy Central' movement, told reporters.

Americans join as Kashmiris, Sikhs hold protest against Modi | ummid.com

Americans join as Kashmiris, Sikhs hold protest against Modi | ummid.com

A number of Americans and Sikh protesters gathered and chanted slogans against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday as the Kashmiri American Council staged a sit-in outside the White House when he arrived to attend a private dinner hosted by US President Obama.

Modi, Obama vow to 'Chalein Saath Saath' | ummid.com

Modi, Obama vow to 'Chalein Saath Saath' | ummid.com

"As nations, we've partnered over the decades to deliver progress to our people... Still, the true potential of our relationship has yet to be fully realised," they said in a joint op-ed piece published on the Washington Post website.

Judicial Appointment Commission compromises Independence of Judiciary | ummid.com

Judicial Appointment Commission compromises Independence of Judiciary | ummid.com

The constituting of National Judicial Appointment Commission NJAC comes through 121st Constitutional Amendment Bill 2014. In order to understand the necessity of NJAC, it is imperative to know the merits and demerits of the Collegium system that was devised by Supreme Court in 1993 for the appointment of judges.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to speak on All India Radio Oct 3 | ummid.com

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to speak on All India Radio Oct 3 | ummid.com

Modi had announced in the beginning of September on the website mygov.in that he will be sharing his ideas through radio, and also said in a tweet that he has received many ideas and suggestions for it.

Kader Khan arrives in Makkah for Haj | ummid.com

Kader Khan arrives in Makkah for Haj | ummid.com

A devout Muslim who is since last few years devoting life for propogation of the teachings of Islam, and a popular Bollywood actor, writer and director of yesteryear, Kader Khan, has arrived in Makkah to perform Haj.

Indian men in Asiad hockey final after 12 years | ummid.com

Indian men in Asiad hockey final after 12 years | ummid.com

India not only stayed on course for a possible third gold medal but are also eyeing a direct berth for the 2016 Rio Olympics if they emerge champions here. India last made the final in 2002 when they were beaten by South Korea.

Students suffer as schools, colleges damaged in Meghalaya floods | ummid.com

Students suffer as schools, colleges damaged in Meghalaya floods | ummid.com

More than 200 school and colleges have been damaged by the flash floods a few being washed away, said a government officials.

Don't join US war against ISIS: CPI-M urges Modi | ummid.com

Don't join US war against ISIS: CPI-M urges Modi | ummid.com

"The Obama administration has been putting great pressure on India of late to join a US-led coalition against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria," the Communist Party of India-Marxist said.

Indian science body accused of irregularities | ummid.com

Indian science body accused of irregularities | ummid.com

They include J.C. Bose, Nobel laureate C.V. Raman, M.N. Saha, Birbal Sahni and S.S. Bhatnagar. As a testimony to its exalted status, successive prime ministers have been inaugurating ISCA's annual affairs - the Science Congress - that bring together hundreds of scientists from India and abroad.

Sunday, September 28, 2014

Even today people treat me as an untouchable: Bihar CM | ummid.com

Even today people treat me as an untouchable: Bihar CM | ummid.com

Manjhi, successor to Nitish Kumar who resigned after the Janata Dal-United's lacklustre performance in the Lok Sabha polls, wondered if it was his fault to have been born in a poor scheduled caste family. "People still treat us as if it was a curse to be born in a Mahadalit family," Manjhi said.

Fall in marriage rate hits new high in US | ummid.com

Fall in marriage rate hits new high in US | ummid.com

For example, adults are getting married later in life. The average age of getting married for the first time is now 27 for women and 29 for men - that is up from 20 for women and 23 for men in 1960.

Kolkata's iconic Writers' Buildings in landmark restoration | ummid.com

Kolkata's iconic Writers' Buildings in landmark restoration | ummid.com

"Unfortunately, we have had these layers of paint and cement rendered over these red bricks. The idea is to explore if we can remove these later layers and restore the natural brick of the Victorian era," Beeston told IANS on the sidelines of the workshop at Jadavpur University.

Kolkata's iconic Writers' Buildings in landmark restoration | ummid.com

Kolkata's iconic Writers' Buildings in landmark restoration | ummid.com

"Unfortunately, we have had these layers of paint and cement rendered over these red bricks. The idea is to explore if we can remove these later layers and restore the natural brick of the Victorian era," Beeston told IANS on the sidelines of the workshop at Jadavpur University.

Panneerselvam succeeds Jayalalitha as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister | ummid.com

Panneerselvam succeeds Jayalalitha as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister | ummid.com

As AIADMK supporters massed in hundreds at the party headquarters in the heart of Chennai raised the V sign, AIADMK sources said Panneerselvam would call on Governor K. Rosiah to stake claim for the chief minister's post.

Saturday, September 27, 2014

Muslims from across the world ignore wars, viruses to congregate in Makkah | ummid.com

Muslims from across the world ignore wars, viruses to congregate in Makkah | ummid.com

The ministry has created a “command and control center” to direct its Haj health operation. The center assigned eight emergency consultant doctors to stand by for treatment of newly landed pilgrims’ heart attacks and other critical illnesses, said Fouad Hussain Sindi, the medical director at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, the Associated Press reported.

Diplomacy of contrasts: After chiding Pakistan, Modi meets other neighbours | ummid.com

Diplomacy of contrasts: After chiding Pakistan, Modi meets other neighbours | ummid.com

They told Modi in their personal meetings with him at his hotel that they were looking forward to his visits to their countries, Akbaruddin said, and Modi told them his priority is "neighbours first" and that he was working on finding convenient dates to visit them.

Bhiwandi MLA Rashid Tahir resigns from SP, files papers as NCP nominee | ummid.com

Bhiwandi MLA Rashid Tahir resigns from SP, files papers as NCP nominee | ummid.com

Sitting legislator from Bhiwandi (West) Rashid Tahir Momin resigned from the Samajwadi Party (SP) to join the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), and also filed his nomination papers from Bhiwandi (West) as the NCP candidate on Saturday.

Congress broke alliance talks at 12:15 AM: SP Chief Abu Asim Azmi | ummid.com

Congress broke alliance talks at 12:15 AM: SP Chief Abu Asim Azmi | ummid.com

The Samajwadi Party (SP) in Maharashtra accused the Congress of breaking off their proposed alliance at 12.15 a.m. Saturday on the grounds that it had no authority to finalise a deal, a top party leader said.

Rajasthan's BJP government in dock over alleged malnutrition deaths | ummid.com

Rajasthan's BJP government in dock over alleged malnutrition deaths | ummid.com

The death of one-year-old Kallon, daughter of Jaipal Sahariya, resident of Bhoyala vilage in Shahbad Malnutrition Centre, on Sep 7 and Rahul earlier this month in a nearby village has really put Vasundhra Raje-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in the dock.

Who will be Tamil Nadu's new chief minister? | ummid.com

Who will be Tamil Nadu's new chief minister? | ummid.com

After being sentenced to four years in prison, Jayalalithaa loses her Tamil Nadu assembly membership and the chief minister's post. The Bangalore court also fined her Rs.100 crore.

Chavan's resignation accepted, to continue as caretaker CM | ummid.com

Chavan's resignation accepted, to continue as caretaker CM | ummid.com

Chavan resigned Friday, a day after the Nationalist Congress Party broke off its 15-year-old alliance with the Congress and pulled out of the government, sparking off a political crisis in the state going to elections in barely three weeks.

Jayalalithaa gets four year sentence, fined Rs. 100 crore | ummid.com

Jayalalithaa gets four year sentence, fined Rs. 100 crore | ummid.com

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa was Saturday sent to four years jail term and fined Rs.100 crore. She was earlier convicted in a Rs.66 crore disproportionate asset case by a special court here.

Jayalalithaa first CM to face disqualification | ummid.com

Jayalalithaa first CM to face disqualification | ummid.com

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa Saturday became the third leading politician and the first sitting chief minister to face disqualification as a legislator after being convicted in a disproportionate assets case.

Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa convicted in disproportionate assets case | ummid.com

Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa convicted in disproportionate assets case | ummid.com

Incidentally, DMK MP T.M. Selvaganapathy lost his Rajya Sabha seat this year after he was convicted in the cremation shed case by a CBI court. He was the local administration minister in Jayalalithaa's government when the scam broke. He later switched sides to the DMK.

Friday, September 26, 2014

Seeking votes to restore your dignity, not to win polls: Akbaruddin Owaisi | ummid.com

Seeking votes to restore your dignity, not to win polls: Akbaruddin Owaisi | ummid.com

Maharashtra is my target but the main aim is to win the hearts of 25 crore Muslims across India, says the MIM leader addressing over a lakh people in Malegaon
In more than an hour fiery speech filled with emotions and satire, senior Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM) leader and Telangana legislator Akbaruddin Owaisi on Friday urged the people of Malegaon to elect the party candidate if they want to live with dignity and pride.

Maharashtra CM Prithviraj Chavan resigns | ummid.com

Maharashtra CM Prithviraj Chavan resigns | ummid.com

"After the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) ministers quit last night, the Congress-led Democratic Front government was reduced to a minority. Accordingly in the best democratic traditions, the CM decided to submit his resignation," a top official, declining to be identified, told IANS.

Modi enjoys immunity from court summons: US | ummid.com

Modi enjoys immunity from court summons: US | ummid.com

"After the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) ministers quit last night, the Congress-led Democratic Front government was reduced to a minority. Accordingly in the best democratic traditions, the CM decided to submit his resignation," a top official, declining to be identified, told IANS.

Thursday, September 25, 2014

Akbaruddin Owaisi to address rally, lead road show in Malegaon | ummid.com

Akbaruddin Owaisi to address rally, lead road show in Malegaon | ummid.com

Owaisi Jr, who will reach Malegaon today morning, will offer Friday prayers at Bada Qabristan Masjid, where a huge crowd is expected to gather and meet the MIM leader. On September 08 in 2006, a series of blasts inside this mosque had killed more than thirty people.

Hundreds of Mahadalits flee Bihar village after threats | ummid.com

Hundreds of Mahadalits flee Bihar village after threats | ummid.com

Tekari police station officer incharge Pradip Kumar told IANS over telephone that more than 250 Mahadalits, mostly of the Manjhi caste that Chief Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi belongs to, fled Pura village after they were allegedly threatened by upper cast residents and were camping in the block office in Tekari.

India finds 'strong support' for permanent UNSC membership | ummid.com

India finds 'strong support' for permanent UNSC membership | ummid.com

Indian External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj held bilateral meetings with seven foreign ministers here during which “strong support” was found for India's permanent membership in a reformed UN Security Council, according to the Indian mission to the UN.

No moon sighting reports so far, Eid al-Adha in India likely on October 06 | ummid.com

No moon sighting reports so far, Eid al-Adha in India likely on October 06 | ummid.com

There has been no report of moon sighting from any part of the country till 08:00 p.m. Thursday, and hence it is most likely that Eid al-Adha will be celebrated in India on Monday October 06, various Hilal Committees said.

25-year-old alliance between Shiv Sena and BJP in Maharashtra ends | ummid.com

25-year-old alliance between Shiv Sena and BJP in Maharashtra ends | ummid.com

The 25-year-old alliance between the Shiv Sena and the BJP in Maharashtra has ended, state Bharatiya Janata Party president Devendra Fadnavis announced.

Saffron alliance on verge of collapse, Shiv Sena isolated | ummid.com

Saffron alliance on verge of collapse, Shiv Sena isolated | ummid.com

"We want a proposal which can take the alliance ahead. They keep giving the same things repeatedly in which there is nothing concrete to accommodate the BJP and the other partners," an exasperated Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state president Devendra Fadnavis told mediapersons Thursday.

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Haj 2014 on Friday October 3, Eid al-Adha in Arab states on October 4 | ummid.com

Haj 2014 on Friday October 3, Eid al-Adha in Arab states on October 4 | ummid.com

More than 2 million pilgrims are expected to perform Haj this year. They will assemble in Mina, 12 km outside Makkah, on Thursday Oct. 2 at the start of the pilgrimage in preparation for their journey to Arafat the next day. About one million foreign pilgrims have already arrived for Haj, according to Arab News.

Islamic fashion design market emerging industry with huge potential | ummid.com

Islamic fashion design market emerging industry with huge potential | ummid.com

But, not a single local Muslim brand dominates the market, says Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry report
Globally, spending on clothing and footwear reached about $2.1 trillion in 2012 and this figure is expected to reach $2.9 trillion by 2018. Spending by the Muslim population is expected to grow from $224 billion in 2012 to $322 billion by 2018, comprising about 11.2 percent of the global spending, the report noted.

Take Rs.2 lakh and abort, Bihar panchayat tells raped girl | ummid.com

Take Rs.2 lakh and abort, Bihar panchayat tells raped girl | ummid.com

Muzaffarpur Senior Superintendent of Police Jitenra Rana told IANS by telephone from Muzaffarpur, about 70 km from here, that an FIR has been lodged in this connection and police have began investigation.

Tuesday, September 23, 2014

India enters Martian orbit in maiden attempt, makes history | ummid.com

India enters Martian orbit in maiden attempt, makes history | ummid.com

After rotating the Orbiter towards Mars, the main engine will be fired 24 minutes from Mars to enter the Martian orbit, which will be about 500 km from its surface and 215 million km away from the Earth in radio distance.

NDTV journalist, Ex-Minister in MIM's first list for Maharashtra polls | ummid.com

NDTV journalist, Ex-Minister in MIM's first list for Maharashtra polls | ummid.com

Asaduddin Owaisi - led Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (MIM) on Tuesday released its first list of candidates who will contest the October 15 Maharashtra assembly elections as official party candidates.

NCP Malegaon unit splits; ex-mayor, senior party leaders join MIM | ummid.com

NCP Malegaon unit splits; ex-mayor, senior party leaders join MIM | ummid.com

Interestingly, Abdul Malik’s decision to join MIM and contest the election on the party ticket was announced on the day when NCP national president Sharad Pawar was scheduled to address a party rally for Mufti Ismael. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/September/23.09.2014/ncp-splits-in-malegaon.html

No plans for Modi-Sharif meeting in New York | ummid.com

No plans for Modi-Sharif meeting in New York | ummid.com

Asked if there was a "chance" of a meeting between Modi and Sharif in New York on the sidelines of the UNGA, Akbaruddin said that "chance is something no one has plans for" and as of now "there are no plans for a meeting" between the two leaders next week.

Monday, September 22, 2014

India test fires Mars spacecraft engine - after nine months | ummid.com

India test fires Mars spacecraft engine - after nine months | ummid.com

"The main liquid apogee motor (LAM) was test fired at 2.30 p.m. for nearly four seconds and we got a confirmation of its success 12.5 minutes later," Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) scientific secretary V. Koteshwara Rao told IANS here.

Akbaruddin Owaisi, Abu Asim Azmi in talks for SP-MIM deal in Maharashtra | ummid.com

Akbaruddin Owaisi, Abu Asim Azmi in talks for SP-MIM deal in Maharashtra | ummid.com

Maharashtra Samajwadi Party (SP) chief and sitting MLA Abu Asim Azmi, and Telangana legislator and senior leader of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) had a meeting at former’s residence in South Mumbai Friday to discuss ways to form an alliance for the upcoming assembly elections in Maharashtra, a top SP leader said.

Pop Star Lady Gaga fully covers up, dons hijab while shopping in Istanbul | ummid.com

Pop Star Lady Gaga fully covers up, dons hijab while shopping in Istanbul | ummid.com

Due to her discreet presence in Istanbul’s upscale Nisantasi district, she was reportedly able to enter many shops incognito, Turkish newspaper Hurriyet Daily News reported.

'Love Jihad' is a rumour, Modi must stop it: Mahmood Madani | ummid.com

'Love Jihad' is a rumour, Modi must stop it: Mahmood Madani | ummid.com

Jamiat Ulema-I-Hind national general secretary Mahmood Madani has called "Love Jihad" a rumour which is being spread to "polarise votes" and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to stop it.

Sunday, September 21, 2014

Modi's comments ok but Muslims must sing Vande Mataram: Shiv Sena | ummid.com

Modi's comments ok but Muslims must sing Vande Mataram: Shiv Sena | ummid.com

It called upon Muslims to sing 'Vande Mataram' in tandem with the rest of the country, put a halt to the alleged anti-national teachings imparted in 'madrassas' as claimed recently by a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP, and discard the "minority community veil" (burqa) which would result in many political shops downing shutters permanent.

Indian spacecraft enters Martian sphere of influence | ummid.com

Indian spacecraft enters Martian sphere of influence | ummid.com

The 475 kg (dry mass) spacecraft with five scientific experiments to explore the celestial planet has been programmed for the fourth course (trajectory) correction later in the day (2.30 p.m.) to ensure its smooth insertion into the Martian orbit Sep 24 from the solar orbit.

Senior Imam on way to Haj pulled up at Sydney airport | ummid.com

Senior Imam on way to Haj pulled up at Sydney airport | ummid.com

Even as anger against the indiscriminate raids carried last week escalated, one of the most senior Imams, also an assistant to the Grand Mufti of Australia Dr Ibrahim Abu Mohamed, was on Thursday pulled up at Sydney airport and kept in a room at the airport, a media report said.

Don’t need lessons on patriotism: Akbaruddin Owaisi to Modi | ummid.com

Don’t need lessons on patriotism: Akbaruddin Owaisi to Modi | ummid.com

In a direct reference to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s now famous comments about Indian Muslims’ alleged link with terrorism, senior leader of Hyderabad based All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) and Telangana legislator Akbaruddin Owaisi Saturday said Muslims did not need certificate of patriotism from any one.

Saturday, September 20, 2014

Matchfixing between Cong-NCP and Sena-BJP in Maharashtra: Asaduddin Owaisi | ummid.com

Matchfixing between Cong-NCP and Sena-BJP in Maharashtra: Asaduddin Owaisi | ummid.com

Lambasts Modi for double standard, questions comments made during his Red Fort speech; says the Prime Minister has a Jekyll & Hyde personality
President of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi while talking to India TV's 'Aap Ki Adalat' program Saturday alleged that the ruling alliance of the Congress and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) have a secret deal with the Shiv Sena and Bhartia Janata Party (BJP) for the October 2014 assembly elections.

Uttar Pradesh's Mainpuri tense after killings of four youths | ummid.com

Uttar Pradesh's Mainpuri tense after killings of four youths | ummid.com

The incident took place in Mainpuri district's Manauna village Saturday when unidentified assailants opened fire on youths outside a liquor shop.

Former AAP member alleges harassment, intimidation | ummid.com

Former AAP member alleges harassment, intimidation | ummid.com

The 21-year-old victim has charged at least one person of harasment and some others including Gandhi, the Aam Aadmi Party's city convenor, of dissuading her from approaching police with her grievances.

BJP announces second list for Haryana polls | ummid.com

BJP announces second list for Haryana polls | ummid.com

The process of filing nomination papers for the Haryana elections commenced Saturday, with the authorities issuing the poll notification.

Sachin Pilot silences detractors with Rajasthan victories | ummid.com

Sachin Pilot silences detractors with Rajasthan victories | ummid.com

Pilot addressed over 140 public meetings and rallies in the four constituencies. He focussed on youth and was monitoring, reviewing and getting feedback from party workers on a day-to-day basis in these constituencies.

Ailing pilgrims' desire to die during Haj creating health issues for others | ummid.com

Ailing pilgrims' desire to die during Haj creating health issues for others | ummid.com

Concerns are raised over the increasing number of pilgrims arriving in Saudi Arabia's with chronic or serious health problems wishing to die in the Holy Cities so as to secure a place in the heaven.

Friday, September 19, 2014

Fareed Zakaria bats for Modi's growth agenda, criticises BJP's divisive agenda | ummid.com

Fareed Zakaria bats for Modi's growth agenda, criticises BJP's divisive agenda | ummid.com

But Zakaria, who interviewed him for CNN last weekend, also wonders in an opinion piece in the Washington Post if the problem with the new prime minister "turns out to be not that he is too bold but rather that he is not bold enough."

Allow mercy killing for sick daughter: Parents to president | ummid.com

Allow mercy killing for sick daughter: Parents to president | ummid.com

"We cannot watch her in so much pain anymore. Please allow her mercy killing or provide her medical help because we cannot afford it any longer as we are poor," Pinki's father Kishori Sao, a resident of Mor village in Patna district, said here Friday.

Indian muslims should integrate not assimilate: AMU VC | ummid.com

Indian muslims should integrate not assimilate: AMU VC | ummid.com

The vice chanceller plans to train many youngsters this year to attempt the civil services examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission. - See more at: http://ummid.com/news/2014/September/19.09.2014/amu-vc-on-indian-muslims.html

Indian Muslims will live and die for India: Narendra Modii | ummid.com

Indian Muslims will live and die for India: Narendra Modii | ummid.com

In an interview to CNN, Modi said: "If anyone thinks Indian Muslims will dance to their (Al Qaeda) tune, they are delusional. Indian Muslims will live for India, they will die for India - they will not want anything bad for India."