India for global campaign to retrieve captured heritage treasures ummid.com
Indian authorities have announced they will try to recover and retrieve thousands of allegedly looted objects held in Western museums.
Monday, May 31, 2010
Prajapati killing case too handed over to CBI | ummid.com
Prajapati killing case too handed over to CBI ummid.com
After dragging its feet for over a month, Gujarat Police's criminal investigation department (CID) Monday handed over the probe into Tulsiram Prajapati killing to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
After dragging its feet for over a month, Gujarat Police's criminal investigation department (CID) Monday handed over the probe into Tulsiram Prajapati killing to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
Maharashtra ignores Gafoor, appoints his junior as DGP | ummid.com
Maharashtra ignores Gafoor, appoints his junior as DGP ummid.com
Till yesterday Hasan Gafoor was being hinted by none other than state Chief Minister Ashok Chavan as the front runner for the Maharashtra DGP post. The government, however, sprang a surprise on Monday by appointing Mumbai police commissioner D Sivanandhan as State Director General of Police (DGP).
Till yesterday Hasan Gafoor was being hinted by none other than state Chief Minister Ashok Chavan as the front runner for the Maharashtra DGP post. The government, however, sprang a surprise on Monday by appointing Mumbai police commissioner D Sivanandhan as State Director General of Police (DGP).
Security Council holds emergency meeting, urges Israel to end siege of Gaza | ummid.com
Security Council holds emergency meeting, urges Israel to end siege of Gaza ummid.com
Several United Nations Security Council members strongly condemned Israel’s deadly attack on a cargo ship off the Gaza coast but the 15-country body did not pass an immediate statement on Monday’s incident.
Several United Nations Security Council members strongly condemned Israel’s deadly attack on a cargo ship off the Gaza coast but the 15-country body did not pass an immediate statement on Monday’s incident.
Vice President presents Life Time Achievement Award to Dr. Kidwai | ummid.com
Vice President presents Life Time Achievement Award to Dr. Kidwai ummid.com
Vice President of India M. Hamid Ansari presented the “3rd IOS Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. A.R. Kidwai, former Governor of Bihar, West Bengal, Haryana and former Chairman, UPSC
Vice President of India M. Hamid Ansari presented the “3rd IOS Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. A.R. Kidwai, former Governor of Bihar, West Bengal, Haryana and former Chairman, UPSC
Govt. seeks public cooperation in Census Operations | ummid.com
Govt. seeks public cooperation in Census Operations ummid.com
The Government has sought general public’s cooperation in the ongoing census operations, and has pointed out that it is mandatory to share requested information with enumerators.
The Government has sought general public’s cooperation in the ongoing census operations, and has pointed out that it is mandatory to share requested information with enumerators.
Turks rally against Israeli attack, Govt. recalls ambassador | ummid.com
Turks rally against Israeli attack, Govt. recalls ambassador ummid.com
Tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets in the Turkish city of Istanbul to denounce Israel over its attack on the convoy of Gaza-bound aid ships that left at least 19 people dead.
Tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets in the Turkish city of Istanbul to denounce Israel over its attack on the convoy of Gaza-bound aid ships that left at least 19 people dead.
Syria, Lebanon say flotilla attack threatened peace in the region | ummid.com
Syria, Lebanon say flotilla attack threatened peace in the region ummid.com
Syrian President Bashar al—Assad and Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri said on Monday that Israel’s attack on a flotilla of aid bound for Gaza threatens to ignite a war in the region.
Syrian President Bashar al—Assad and Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri said on Monday that Israel’s attack on a flotilla of aid bound for Gaza threatens to ignite a war in the region.
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Caste based Census: India is divided | ummid.com
Caste based Census: India is divided ummid.com
Is it good to ask the Indian his or her caste? The political class is divided although a vast majority of Indians carry their caste firmly etched in their names.
Is it good to ask the Indian his or her caste? The political class is divided although a vast majority of Indians carry their caste firmly etched in their names.
Israel 'attacks' Gaza aid fleet, 10 killed | ummid.com
Israel 'attacks' Gaza aid fleet, 10 killed ummid.com
Israeli forces have attacked the international aid convoy Freedom Flotilla en route to the besieged Gaza Strip, killing at least 10 people and leaving more than 50 injured.
Israeli forces have attacked the international aid convoy Freedom Flotilla en route to the besieged Gaza Strip, killing at least 10 people and leaving more than 50 injured.
PM urged to drop P Chidambaram from cabinet | ummid.com
PM urged to drop P Chidambaram from cabinet ummid.com
The president of the Indian National League, Mohammed Sualiman, blamed Home Minister P Chidambaram and Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee for the attack on the Gyaneshwari Express in West Midnapore and urged the Prime Minister to drop Chidambaram from the Cabinet.
The president of the Indian National League, Mohammed Sualiman, blamed Home Minister P Chidambaram and Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee for the attack on the Gyaneshwari Express in West Midnapore and urged the Prime Minister to drop Chidambaram from the Cabinet.
'AMU National Centres aimed at providing dignified existence to minorities' | ummid.com
'AMU National Centres aimed at providing dignified existence to minorities' ummid.com
Unfolding an elaborate action plan, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) Vice Chancellor Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis said that Murshidabad and Malappuram Special Centres of AMU will become functional with MBA and BALLB academic programmes from the next academic session.
Unfolding an elaborate action plan, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) Vice Chancellor Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis said that Murshidabad and Malappuram Special Centres of AMU will become functional with MBA and BALLB academic programmes from the next academic session.
Fed up of militancy: Majority of Kashmiris respond in a survey | ummid.com
Fed up of militancy: Majority of Kashmiris respond in a survey ummid.com
Against the prevalent propaganda by the communal forces in India, majority of Kashmiris are not only against joining Pakistan but are also fed up of militancy. Interestingly, the view is shared by Kashmiris on both the sides of Line of Control (LoC).
Against the prevalent propaganda by the communal forces in India, majority of Kashmiris are not only against joining Pakistan but are also fed up of militancy. Interestingly, the view is shared by Kashmiris on both the sides of Line of Control (LoC).
New York Mayor defends proposed Ground Zero mosque | ummid.com
New York Mayor defends proposed Ground Zero mosque ummid.com
New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg has defended the construction of a proposed mosque near Ground Zero, saying that it must be allowed to proceed because the government “should not be in the business of picking” one religion over another.
New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg has defended the construction of a proposed mosque near Ground Zero, saying that it must be allowed to proceed because the government “should not be in the business of picking” one religion over another.
Israel rejects new drive for a nuclear free Middle East | ummid.com
Israel rejects new drive for a nuclear free Middle East ummid.com
After the United Nations ratified a resolution calling for a nuclear weapons-free Middle East, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu moves to condemn the treaty.
After the United Nations ratified a resolution calling for a nuclear weapons-free Middle East, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu moves to condemn the treaty.
West is unfair to Iran: Turkish PM | ummid.com
West is unfair to Iran: Turkish PM ummid.com
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan says that the approach the West has taken over the Tehran declaration is not fair and sincere.
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan says that the approach the West has taken over the Tehran declaration is not fair and sincere.
Andaman's 12 schools achieve 100% results in CBSE Exam | ummid.com
Andaman's 12 schools achieve 100% results in CBSE Exam ummid.com
Even as the overall percentage of candidates eligible for qualifying certificate from Andaman and Nicobar Islands this year is only 57.08 per cent, 12 schools in far flung Islands have recorded cent per cent results.
Even as the overall percentage of candidates eligible for qualifying certificate from Andaman and Nicobar Islands this year is only 57.08 per cent, 12 schools in far flung Islands have recorded cent per cent results.
Istanbul: A city with skyline specked with minarates and domes | ummid.com
Istanbul: A city with skyline specked with minarates and domes ummid.com
Their impressive minarets and domes dominate the skyline of Istanbul and no tour to the ancient Turkish city is complete without a visit to its two most important landmarks - the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
Their impressive minarets and domes dominate the skyline of Istanbul and no tour to the ancient Turkish city is complete without a visit to its two most important landmarks - the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Gujarat governor seeks report on inflammatory posters | ummid.com
Gujarat governor seeks report on inflammatory posters ummid.com
Gujarat Governor Kamla Beniwal has asked for a report from the state government on the controversial hoardings aimed at inciting communal passions which have appeared in various cities of the state.
Gujarat Governor Kamla Beniwal has asked for a report from the state government on the controversial hoardings aimed at inciting communal passions which have appeared in various cities of the state.
Gaza facing a humanitarian disaster: UN expert | ummid.com
Gaza facing a humanitarian disaster: UN expert ummid.com
Gaza is facing a humanitarian disaster, the spokesman for UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) Adnan Abu Hasna told the German Press Agency dpa on Saturday, as a fleet of boats carrying 10,000 tons of aid for the Strip prepared to set sail from Cyprus.
Gaza is facing a humanitarian disaster, the spokesman for UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) Adnan Abu Hasna told the German Press Agency dpa on Saturday, as a fleet of boats carrying 10,000 tons of aid for the Strip prepared to set sail from Cyprus.
Majority of Kashmiris against joining Pakistan | ummid.com
Majority of Kashmiris against joining Pakistan ummid.com
Only 2% of residents of Kashmir want to join Pakistan while less than half of them favor independence as a solution to the unrest in the region, an independent survey conducted by British academic Robert Bradnock said.
Only 2% of residents of Kashmir want to join Pakistan while less than half of them favor independence as a solution to the unrest in the region, an independent survey conducted by British academic Robert Bradnock said.
Six injured in clash between two groups | ummid.com
Six injured in clash between two groups ummid.com
As many as five Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) activists and a CPI(M) activists were injured in a clash between IUML and CPI(M) at various places near Taliparamba here today.
As many as five Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) activists and a CPI(M) activists were injured in a clash between IUML and CPI(M) at various places near Taliparamba here today.
Sibal, Khurshid differ over minority status to Jamia Milia Islamia | ummid.com
Sibal, Khurshid differ over minority status to Jamia Milia Islamia ummid.com
The Ministries of minority affairs and HRD are at loggerheads over the issue of granting minority status to Jamia Milia Islamia.
The Ministries of minority affairs and HRD are at loggerheads over the issue of granting minority status to Jamia Milia Islamia.
AMU to discuss its Special Centres with National Muslim leaders | ummid.com
AMU to discuss its Special Centres with National Muslim leaders ummid.com
The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is holding a National Consultation on vision and mission of AMU special centres tomorrow on May 30, 2010 at India International Centre, New Delhi.
The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is holding a National Consultation on vision and mission of AMU special centres tomorrow on May 30, 2010 at India International Centre, New Delhi.
Demand for Muslim graveyard in Margao remains buried in files | ummid.com
Demand for Muslim graveyard in Margao remains buried in files ummid.com
Decade-long demand for an appropriate burial ground in Margao by the Muslim community remains unnoticed by the concerned authorities leaving Muslims of the area running from pillar to post without any result.
Decade-long demand for an appropriate burial ground in Margao by the Muslim community remains unnoticed by the concerned authorities leaving Muslims of the area running from pillar to post without any result.
Train mishap toll rises to 98, may go further up | ummid.com
Train mishap toll rises to 98, may go further up ummid.com
The toll in the Mumbai-bound express train derailment by Maoists rose to 98 on Saturday morning as more bodies were pulled out from the wreckage of the mangled coaches with rescuers working throughout the night.
The toll in the Mumbai-bound express train derailment by Maoists rose to 98 on Saturday morning as more bodies were pulled out from the wreckage of the mangled coaches with rescuers working throughout the night.
Friday, May 28, 2010
Nepal averts crisis but chaos remains | ummid.com
Nepal averts crisis but chaos remains ummid.com
Though the nascent republic of Nepal managed to stave off an unprecedented constitutional crisis by a hair’s breadth Friday midnight, public anger and confusion still remained, turning the celebration of Republic Day Saturday into a travesty.
Though the nascent republic of Nepal managed to stave off an unprecedented constitutional crisis by a hair’s breadth Friday midnight, public anger and confusion still remained, turning the celebration of Republic Day Saturday into a travesty.
ICIF launched special website on Islamic Finance | ummid.com
ICIF launched special website on Islamic Finance ummid.com
In order to create awareness about the interest free banking in India, New Delhi based Indian Centre for Islamic Finance (ICIF) launched a special website on Islamic Finance.
In order to create awareness about the interest free banking in India, New Delhi based Indian Centre for Islamic Finance (ICIF) launched a special website on Islamic Finance.
Critics of Iran should get rid of own nukes: Turkish PM | ummid.com
Critics of Iran should get rid of own nukes: Turkish PM ummid.com
Nations criticizing an Iranian nuclear fuel-swap deal brokered by Brazil and Turkey should eliminate their own nuclear weapon stockpiles, Turkey's leader said Friday.
Nations criticizing an Iranian nuclear fuel-swap deal brokered by Brazil and Turkey should eliminate their own nuclear weapon stockpiles, Turkey's leader said Friday.
Jamia Millia B.Tech entrance test at 63 centres | ummid.com
Jamia Millia B.Tech entrance test at 63 centres ummid.com
Jamia Millia Islamia University will hold entrance tests for its B.Tech course outside Delhi in 63 centres Saturday.
Jamia Millia Islamia University will hold entrance tests for its B.Tech course outside Delhi in 63 centres Saturday.
Blast outside imperiled Nepal parliament as crisis looms | ummid.com
Blast outside imperiled Nepal parliament as crisis looms ummid.com
A blast took place outside Nepal’s endangered parliament late Friday, just hours before the term of the house ends and a constitutional crisis threatens the nascent Himalayan republic. There were no casualties.
A blast took place outside Nepal’s endangered parliament late Friday, just hours before the term of the house ends and a constitutional crisis threatens the nascent Himalayan republic. There were no casualties.
Riot-hit area of Ahmedabad peaceful | ummid.com
Riot-hit area of Ahmedabad peaceful ummid.com
The riot-hit Shahpur area of Ahmedabad in Gujarat remained tense but peaceful with no untoward incident being reported Friday, police said.
The riot-hit Shahpur area of Ahmedabad in Gujarat remained tense but peaceful with no untoward incident being reported Friday, police said.
Spanish city bans full veils in public buildings | ummid.com
Spanish city bans full veils in public buildings ummid.com
The Spanish city of Lerida Friday banned women from wearing veils that fully cover the face in its public buildings.
The Spanish city of Lerida Friday banned women from wearing veils that fully cover the face in its public buildings.
Mulayam urges PM to issue immediate orders for caste based census | ummid.com
Mulayam urges PM to issue immediate orders for caste based census ummid.com
Questioning rationale of sending the matter related to inclusion of caste in census to group of ministers (GOM), Samajwadi Party president Mulayam Singh Yadav today asked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to give immediate orders for the same as per his assurance to the Lok Sabha.
Questioning rationale of sending the matter related to inclusion of caste in census to group of ministers (GOM), Samajwadi Party president Mulayam Singh Yadav today asked Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to give immediate orders for the same as per his assurance to the Lok Sabha.
Caste based census will further divide society: Murli Manohar | ummid.com
Caste based census will further divide society: Murli Manohar ummid.com
Opposing the caste-based census, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Murli Manohar Joshi Friday said this would further divide Indian society.
Opposing the caste-based census, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Murli Manohar Joshi Friday said this would further divide Indian society.
After Class 12, Gulf students excel in CBSE Class 10 exams too | ummid.com
After Class 12, Gulf students excel in CBSE Class 10 exams too ummid.com
Students from the Gulf region have outperformed their India counterparts in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) exams for Class 10, the results of which were declared Friday.
Students from the Gulf region have outperformed their India counterparts in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) exams for Class 10, the results of which were declared Friday.
Israeli warnings fail to stop Gaza ‘Freedom Flotilla’ | ummid.com
Israeli warnings fail to stop Gaza ‘Freedom Flotilla’ ummid.com
Organizers of an eight—ship flotilla said on Friday they continued to head for Gaza despite Israel’s warnings to intercept them as soon as they enter Israeli—controlled waters off the coast.
Organizers of an eight—ship flotilla said on Friday they continued to head for Gaza despite Israel’s warnings to intercept them as soon as they enter Israeli—controlled waters off the coast.
CBSE Class 10 Results: Girls outshine boys | ummid.com
CBSE Class 10 Results: Girls outshine boys ummid.com
Girls have once again outperformed boys in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 exams this year, the results of which were announced Friday.
Girls have once again outperformed boys in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 exams this year, the results of which were announced Friday.
Maoists attack Mumbai bound train, 68 people killed | ummid.com
Maoists attack Mumbai bound train, 68 people killed ummid.com
Sixty-eight passengers of a Mumbai-bound express train were killed and 200 injured in a Maoist attack Jhargram early on Friday that derailed 13 coaches, five of which were hit by a goods train coming from the opposite direction.
Sixty-eight passengers of a Mumbai-bound express train were killed and 200 injured in a Maoist attack Jhargram early on Friday that derailed 13 coaches, five of which were hit by a goods train coming from the opposite direction.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Family video shows suspect at wedding during Pune Blast | ummid.com
Family video shows suspect at wedding during Pune Blast ummid.com
In yet another embarrassing development for the Maharashtra ATS, family of Abdul Samad Bhatkal, who was arrested on May 24 in connection with the Pune German Bakery blast of February 13, 2010 says he was present at the wedding ceremony during the blast.
In yet another embarrassing development for the Maharashtra ATS, family of Abdul Samad Bhatkal, who was arrested on May 24 in connection with the Pune German Bakery blast of February 13, 2010 says he was present at the wedding ceremony during the blast.
Assam Jamiat chief joins Congress | ummid.com
Assam Jamiat chief joins Congress ummid.com
In a major boost to the ruling Congress' minority vote bank in Assam, president of the All Assam Jamiate M R Madani today formally joined the party.
In a major boost to the ruling Congress' minority vote bank in Assam, president of the All Assam Jamiate M R Madani today formally joined the party.
World's first: Brit scientist infects himself with computer virus | ummid.com
World's first: Brit scientist infects himself with computer virus ummid.com
Dr Mark Gasson, a cybernetics expert at the University of Reading, has become the first human to be infected with a computer virus.
Dr Mark Gasson, a cybernetics expert at the University of Reading, has become the first human to be infected with a computer virus.
Muslims should opt for civil services as mission: Shah Faisal | ummid.com
Muslims should opt for civil services as mission: Shah Faisal ummid.com
Muslim candidates should not opt for civil services as a job, rather a mission, said IAS topper of this year Shah Faesal addressing at the first training workshop of Zakat Foundation of India’s 2011 batch of civil services aspirants.
Muslim candidates should not opt for civil services as a job, rather a mission, said IAS topper of this year Shah Faesal addressing at the first training workshop of Zakat Foundation of India’s 2011 batch of civil services aspirants.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Decks cleared for construction of a mosque near ground zero | ummid.com
Decks cleared for construction of a mosque near ground zero ummid.com
After hours of contentious public comment, a New York City community board voted late Tuesday to support a plan to build a mosque and cultural center near ground zero.
After hours of contentious public comment, a New York City community board voted late Tuesday to support a plan to build a mosque and cultural center near ground zero.
SC seeks reply from UP govt. about Mohd Saleem killing | ummid.com
SC seeks reply from UP govt. about Mohd Saleem killing ummid.com
The Supreme Court Wednesday asked the Uttar Pradesh government to file an affidavit within three days to describe the status of the body of the victim of an alleged fake gun battle.
The Supreme Court Wednesday asked the Uttar Pradesh government to file an affidavit within three days to describe the status of the body of the victim of an alleged fake gun battle.
Jasmine Bano tops Tamil Nadu SSC Board Exams | ummid.com
Jasmine Bano tops Tamil Nadu SSC Board Exams ummid.com
Jasmin Banu of Tirunalveli Town MPL High School topped the Tamil Nadu Class X board exam when results were declared yesterday. Banu scored an impressive 495 marks out of 500.
Jasmin Banu of Tirunalveli Town MPL High School topped the Tamil Nadu Class X board exam when results were declared yesterday. Banu scored an impressive 495 marks out of 500.
IIT-JEE results out, Rahmani-30 struggles at 33% | ummid.com
IIT-JEE results out, Rahmani-30 struggles at 33% ummid.com
Trying hard to repeat last year’s success, Rahmani-30 coaching centre for Muslim IIT aspirants has secured 33% results this year in IIT-JEE. However, the ranks of its successful students this year are higher than those of last year.
Trying hard to repeat last year’s success, Rahmani-30 coaching centre for Muslim IIT aspirants has secured 33% results this year in IIT-JEE. However, the ranks of its successful students this year are higher than those of last year.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Finally, ex-top cop Rathore gets 18 months jail | ummid.com
Finally, ex-top cop Rathore gets 18 months jail ummid.com
Twenty years after he molested teenager Ruchika Girhotra that allegedly led her to commit suicide, disgraced former Haryana police chief S.P.S. Rathore was Tuesday sentenced to 18 months in prison after a judge upheld his conviction but hiked the jail term.
Twenty years after he molested teenager Ruchika Girhotra that allegedly led her to commit suicide, disgraced former Haryana police chief S.P.S. Rathore was Tuesday sentenced to 18 months in prison after a judge upheld his conviction but hiked the jail term.
Pune Blast case: Is Maharashtra ATS lying about Abdus Samad? | ummid.com
Pune Blast case: Is Maharashtra ATS lying about Abdus Samad? ummid.com
Maharashtra's Anti Terrorism Squad (ATS) may have jumped the gun by informing the Centre about possible involvement of Abdul Samad Bhatkal in the German Bakery blast in Pune if its action today to seek his remand only in a 2009 arms case is an indication.
Maharashtra's Anti Terrorism Squad (ATS) may have jumped the gun by informing the Centre about possible involvement of Abdul Samad Bhatkal in the German Bakery blast in Pune if its action today to seek his remand only in a 2009 arms case is an indication.
Congress launches campaign to propagate legacy of 1857 war | ummid.com
Congress launches campaign to propagate legacy of 1857 war ummid.com
After the Sandesh Yatras launched by Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi on April 14, the party is now organising a one year campaign 'Saajhi Virasat-Saajhi Shahadat' to mark the 125 years of the party.
After the Sandesh Yatras launched by Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi on April 14, the party is now organising a one year campaign 'Saajhi Virasat-Saajhi Shahadat' to mark the 125 years of the party.
American Center attack: SC stays Aftab Ansari's death sentence | ummid.com
American Center attack: SC stays Aftab Ansari's death sentence ummid.com
The Supreme Court Tuesday stayed the death sentence awarded to Aftab Ahmed Ansari alias Aftab Ansari, a co-accused in the January 22, 2002 attack on Kolkata's American Centre that killed six policemen.
The Supreme Court Tuesday stayed the death sentence awarded to Aftab Ahmed Ansari alias Aftab Ansari, a co-accused in the January 22, 2002 attack on Kolkata's American Centre that killed six policemen.
'Muslim community needs justice not alms' | ummid.com
'Muslim community needs justice not alms' ummid.com
In a rare show of unity Muslim Ulema (clerics) of various sects, keeping their sectarian differences and rivalries on the backburner, along with Islamic scholars and intellectuals from all over India resolved in unison to step forward for the sake of welfare of Muslim Ummah at large and take a unified stand on the issues confronting the community.
In a rare show of unity Muslim Ulema (clerics) of various sects, keeping their sectarian differences and rivalries on the backburner, along with Islamic scholars and intellectuals from all over India resolved in unison to step forward for the sake of welfare of Muslim Ummah at large and take a unified stand on the issues confronting the community.
Congress perfidy against Muslims over Awkaf? | ummid.com
Congress perfidy against Muslims over Awkaf? ummid.com
Reports are coming in that while the Prime Minster Manmohan Singh had solemnly assured a visiting Muslim delegation that the bureaucratic move to pass a legislation de-recognizing of all Awkaf
Reports are coming in that while the Prime Minster Manmohan Singh had solemnly assured a visiting Muslim delegation that the bureaucratic move to pass a legislation de-recognizing of all Awkaf
Ten people injured in Ahmedabad communal clashes | ummid.com
Ten people injured in Ahmedabad communal clashes ummid.com
At least ten people, including police personnel, were injured as members of two communities clashed here today.
At least ten people, including police personnel, were injured as members of two communities clashed here today.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Girls outshine the boys as Maharashtra announces HSC results | ummid.com
Girls outshine the boys as Maharashtra announces HSC results ummid.com
District Nasik topped the eight divisions in Maharashtra as Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education announced the results of the HSC students today.
District Nasik topped the eight divisions in Maharashtra as Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education announced the results of the HSC students today.
Prime suspect of German Bakery blast held: Chidambaram | ummid.com
Prime suspect of German Bakery blast held: Chidambaram ummid.com
Abdul Samad, the prime suspect in the Feb 13 German Bakery blast in Pune, has been apprehended by the investigative agencies, Home Minister P. Chidambaram said Tuesday.
Abdul Samad, the prime suspect in the Feb 13 German Bakery blast in Pune, has been apprehended by the investigative agencies, Home Minister P. Chidambaram said Tuesday.
Delhi doctors save Pakistani boy with stem cell transplant | ummid.com
Delhi doctors save Pakistani boy with stem cell transplant ummid.com
Delhi doctors proved to be saviours for a one-year-old boy from Pakistan who was suffering from a rare immune disorder. Shaheer underwent a successful stem cell transplant at the Sir Gangaram Hospital here.
Delhi doctors proved to be saviours for a one-year-old boy from Pakistan who was suffering from a rare immune disorder. Shaheer underwent a successful stem cell transplant at the Sir Gangaram Hospital here.
25 doctorates among 881 Swayamsevaks at RSS training camp | ummid.com
25 doctorates among 881 Swayamsevaks at RSS training camp ummid.com
There are 25 doctorate holders among the 881 'Swayamsevaks' attending the month-long third year officers training camp (OTC) of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) here.
There are 25 doctorate holders among the 881 'Swayamsevaks' attending the month-long third year officers training camp (OTC) of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) here.
AMU VC visits Kishanganj, Urged to start AMU centre at any cost | ummid.com
AMU VC visits Kishanganj, Urged to start AMU centre at any cost ummid.com
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) team led by Vice Chancellor Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis received a mass welcome at Bagdogra airport as thousands of people came to receive the AMU team.
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) team led by Vice Chancellor Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis received a mass welcome at Bagdogra airport as thousands of people came to receive the AMU team.
Hindus raise money for Muslim girl's wedding | ummid.com
Hindus raise money for Muslim girl's wedding ummid.com
It was more than a wedding since it also symbolised celebration of unity and communal harmony when Hindus in an Uttar Pradesh village raised money for a poor Muslim girl's marriage.
It was more than a wedding since it also symbolised celebration of unity and communal harmony when Hindus in an Uttar Pradesh village raised money for a poor Muslim girl's marriage.
Maharashtra HSC results to be announced tomorrow | ummid.com
Maharashtra HSC results to be announced tomorrow ummid.com
The results of HSC examination, conducted by the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education will be declared on May 25, announced the board on Sunday. The results of SSC examination will be declared in the last week of June.
The results of HSC examination, conducted by the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education will be declared on May 25, announced the board on Sunday. The results of SSC examination will be declared in the last week of June.
Plans to build mosque near ground zero sparks anger | ummid.com
Plans to build mosque near ground zero sparks anger ummid.com
Plans to build a 13-storey mosque and Islamic centre two city blocks from Ground Zero in New York are provoking an anti-Muslim backlash in America.
Plans to build a 13-storey mosque and Islamic centre two city blocks from Ground Zero in New York are provoking an anti-Muslim backlash in America.
Abdul Hameed Ali: The Good Samaritan | ummid.com
Abdul Hameed Ali: The Good Samaritan ummid.com
Caste, creed, religion, reward or expectation of any remuneration did not come in his way in his restless efforts in the mortuary of Wenlock Hospital here where he has been shifting the bodies brought from the wrecked site to the mortuary.
Caste, creed, religion, reward or expectation of any remuneration did not come in his way in his restless efforts in the mortuary of Wenlock Hospital here where he has been shifting the bodies brought from the wrecked site to the mortuary.
First year of UPA is of reasonable achievement: Manmohan Singh | ummid.com
First year of UPA is of reasonable achievement: Manmohan Singh ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday described the first year of UPA-II as one of "reasonable achievement" but said his government could have done more.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday described the first year of UPA-II as one of "reasonable achievement" but said his government could have done more.
RSS opposed to caste-based census | ummid.com
RSS opposed to caste-based census ummid.com
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), ideological parent of the Bharatiya Janata Party, today opposed the idea of a caste-based census but said it was not averse to registering citizens under categories such as backward classes and scheduled castes and tribes.
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), ideological parent of the Bharatiya Janata Party, today opposed the idea of a caste-based census but said it was not averse to registering citizens under categories such as backward classes and scheduled castes and tribes.
BJP differs with RSS on caste-based census | ummid.com
BJP differs with RSS on caste-based census ummid.com
Differences have cropped up between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Swayayamsewak Sangh (RSS) over inclusion of caste in the census with the RSS opposing the move. The BJP said it would discuss the matter to resolve the issue.
Differences have cropped up between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Rashtriya Swayayamsewak Sangh (RSS) over inclusion of caste in the census with the RSS opposing the move. The BJP said it would discuss the matter to resolve the issue.
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Phenomenon of Shah Faesal: Some lessons | ummid.com
Phenomenon of Shah Faesal: Some lessons ummid.com
Shah Faesal is a phenomenon which is unparalleled in recent years in Kashmir. His performance has been hailed from the Governor and the Chief Minister to a layman in Kupwara. Columns after columns have been written on him.
Shah Faesal is a phenomenon which is unparalleled in recent years in Kashmir. His performance has been hailed from the Governor and the Chief Minister to a layman in Kupwara. Columns after columns have been written on him.
Hundreds appear for IRF scholarship exams despite soaring temperature | ummid.com
Hundreds appear for IRF scholarship exams despite soaring temperature ummid.com
Muslim students beat the soaring temperature in Maharashtra when they appear in a large number for the Islamic Research Foundation (IRF) scholarship exams held at five different centres all across the state on May 23, 2010.
Muslim students beat the soaring temperature in Maharashtra when they appear in a large number for the Islamic Research Foundation (IRF) scholarship exams held at five different centres all across the state on May 23, 2010.
With 30 funerals, Kerala in mourning after plane crash | ummid.com
With 30 funerals, Kerala in mourning after plane crash ummid.com
Sunday morning saw as many as 30 funerals in north Kerala's Kasargod and Kannur disricts. With 66 victims of Saturday's plane crash in Mangalore being Malayalis, Kerala was clearly in mourning.
Sunday morning saw as many as 30 funerals in north Kerala's Kasargod and Kannur disricts. With 66 victims of Saturday's plane crash in Mangalore being Malayalis, Kerala was clearly in mourning.
Farmers in Tamil Nadu find Arabian date palms a major charm | ummid.com
Farmers in Tamil Nadu find Arabian date palms a major charm ummid.com
In a shift from traditional crops, an increasing number of farmers in Tamil Nadu are taking to cultivating Arabian date palms.
In a shift from traditional crops, an increasing number of farmers in Tamil Nadu are taking to cultivating Arabian date palms.
Mumbai train blast trial to resume tomorrow | ummid.com
Mumbai train blast trial to resume tomorrow ummid.com
Nearly four years after the 7/11 serial train blasts, the trial in the case is all set to resume tomorrow in a special MCOCA court here against 13 arrested accused, alleged to be members of the banned terror outfit Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI).
Nearly four years after the 7/11 serial train blasts, the trial in the case is all set to resume tomorrow in a special MCOCA court here against 13 arrested accused, alleged to be members of the banned terror outfit Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI).
Delhi CBSE Results: At 89.12%, Urdu schools race ahead | ummid.com
Delhi CBSE Results: At 89.12%, Urdu schools race ahead ummid.com
In 2000, city’s Urdu medium schools registered a dismal pass percentage of 31 for the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class XII examination. A decade later it has shot up to a remarkable 89.12 per cent, which is more than that of government-run and private, unaided schools.
In 2000, city’s Urdu medium schools registered a dismal pass percentage of 31 for the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class XII examination. A decade later it has shot up to a remarkable 89.12 per cent, which is more than that of government-run and private, unaided schools.
8 Muslim accused in Tamil Nadu blast case acquitted | ummid.com
8 Muslim accused in Tamil Nadu blast case acquitted ummid.com
Thirteen years after the serial bomb blasts in trains that killed 10 people and injured over 72, a Special Court for Bomb Blast cases in Poonamallee on Friday acquitted eight accused in the case.
Thirteen years after the serial bomb blasts in trains that killed 10 people and injured over 72, a Special Court for Bomb Blast cases in Poonamallee on Friday acquitted eight accused in the case.
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Stay away from politics, Goa CM tells women | ummid.com
Stay away from politics, Goa CM tells women ummid.com
In remarks that could irk his party, Congress leader and Goa Chief Minister Digamber Kamat today asked women to stay away from politics and "not fall for" the proposed quota for them in Parliament and state Assemblies.
In remarks that could irk his party, Congress leader and Goa Chief Minister Digamber Kamat today asked women to stay away from politics and "not fall for" the proposed quota for them in Parliament and state Assemblies.
Delhi boy becomes youngest Indian to climb Mt. Everest | ummid.com
Delhi boy becomes youngest Indian to climb Mt. Everest ummid.com
A doughty schoolboy from New Delhi added yet another feat to the annals of mountaineering by becoming the youngest Indian to climb Mt. Everest, the world's highest peak, Saturday.
A doughty schoolboy from New Delhi added yet another feat to the annals of mountaineering by becoming the youngest Indian to climb Mt. Everest, the world's highest peak, Saturday.
RBI Act 1934 allows interest free banking in India | ummid.com
RBI Act 1934 allows interest free banking in India ummid.com
Since the internal working group of RBI led by Anand Sinha was supposed to examine the feasibility of Islamic banking business in India, they concluded that Islamic Banking in India is not possible unless we amend the Banking Regulation Act.
Since the internal working group of RBI led by Anand Sinha was supposed to examine the feasibility of Islamic banking business in India, they concluded that Islamic Banking in India is not possible unless we amend the Banking Regulation Act.
13-year-old American boy becomes youngest to climb Everest | ummid.com
13-year-old American boy becomes youngest to climb Everest ummid.com
A 13-year-old American boy on Saturday became the youngest climber to reach the summit of the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest, according to information posted on his climbing team’s blog.
A 13-year-old American boy on Saturday became the youngest climber to reach the summit of the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest, according to information posted on his climbing team’s blog.
Hindu students are facing discrimination, alleges BJP | ummid.com
Hindu students are facing discrimination, alleges BJP ummid.com
Alleging that Hindu students were facing discrimination in view of quota and finance assistance only for religious minorities, the BJP has said the party will launch an ''awakening campaign'' from July 4 to 31.
Alleging that Hindu students were facing discrimination in view of quota and finance assistance only for religious minorities, the BJP has said the party will launch an ''awakening campaign'' from July 4 to 31.
Headed for funeral, wedding, Gulf-based families perish | ummid.com
Headed for funeral, wedding, Gulf-based families perish ummid.com
A Saudi businessman lost 16 family members in Saturday’s plane crash in Mangalore who were going to attend his grandmother’s funeral. Another family from Dubai was on its way to a wedding when it perished in the tragedy.
A Saudi businessman lost 16 family members in Saturday’s plane crash in Mangalore who were going to attend his grandmother’s funeral. Another family from Dubai was on its way to a wedding when it perished in the tragedy.
Now, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry Class X results free on mobile | ummid.com
Now, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry Class X results free on mobile ummid.com
No more frustrating wait times at browsing centres or anxious visits to the school! Students across Tamil Nadu and Pudhucherry will be able to get the results right on their mobile phones.
No more frustrating wait times at browsing centres or anxious visits to the school! Students across Tamil Nadu and Pudhucherry will be able to get the results right on their mobile phones.
UPSC Exams: 2,015 candidates to appear at Pondicherry centre | ummid.com
UPSC Exams: 2,015 candidates to appear at Pondicherry centre ummid.com
As many as 2,015 candidates will appear for the All India Civil Service (Preliminary) examination here tomorrow.
As many as 2,015 candidates will appear for the All India Civil Service (Preliminary) examination here tomorrow.
Friday, May 21, 2010
Air India Flight Crash: Reception for UPA one-year bash deferred | ummid.com
Air India Flight Crash: Reception for UPA one-year bash deferred ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh condoled the loss of lives in the air crash at the Mangalore airport Saturday and ordered Rs.200,000 for the families of the dead and Rs.50,000 for the injured.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh condoled the loss of lives in the air crash at the Mangalore airport Saturday and ordered Rs.200,000 for the families of the dead and Rs.50,000 for the injured.
At least 160 feared dead as Air India flight from Dubai catches fire at Mangalore | ummid.com
At least 160 feared dead as Air India flight from Dubai catches fire at Mangalore ummid.com
An Air India Express flight with over 160 passengers and about six crew members overshot the runway while attempting to land at Mangalore from Dubai and the plane caught fire as it fell into a forested gorge Saturday morning, police said. Mangalore is about 350 km from Bangalore.
An Air India Express flight with over 160 passengers and about six crew members overshot the runway while attempting to land at Mangalore from Dubai and the plane caught fire as it fell into a forested gorge Saturday morning, police said. Mangalore is about 350 km from Bangalore.
UPA to round off its first year on Saturday | ummid.com
UPA to round off its first year on Saturday ummid.com
The United Progressive Alliance (UPA) will celebrate the first anniversary of its second consecutive term in office on Saturday after a sweet and sour year marked by misses and hits in governance and its deft management of uncertainties of coalition politics.
The United Progressive Alliance (UPA) will celebrate the first anniversary of its second consecutive term in office on Saturday after a sweet and sour year marked by misses and hits in governance and its deft management of uncertainties of coalition politics.
Indian Muslims: Looking forward with past in the hindsight | ummid.com
Indian Muslims: Looking forward with past in the hindsight ummid.com
Over seven hundred years of Muslim rule in India developed a sense of superiority among the Indian Muslims, as the ruler class, only to be washed away, later, by the British imperialism.
Over seven hundred years of Muslim rule in India developed a sense of superiority among the Indian Muslims, as the ruler class, only to be washed away, later, by the British imperialism.
NHRC filed nearly 3000 cases on police gunfights since its inception | ummid.com
NHRC filed nearly 3000 cases on police gunfights since its inception ummid.com
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has since its inception registered nearly 3,000 cases of police gun battles, some allegedly fake, until April this year, an official statement said.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has since its inception registered nearly 3,000 cases of police gun battles, some allegedly fake, until April this year, an official statement said.
Gulf students outshine in CBSE class 12 exams | ummid.com
Gulf students outshine in CBSE class 12 exams ummid.com
Students from the Gulf region have outperformed their India counterparts recording a pass percentage of 90.67 in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) exams for class 12, the results for which were declared Friday.
Students from the Gulf region have outperformed their India counterparts recording a pass percentage of 90.67 in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) exams for class 12, the results for which were declared Friday.
Seven-year-old schoolgirl stumps Michelle Obama with immigration googly | ummid.com
Seven-year-old schoolgirl stumps Michelle Obama with immigration googly ummid.com
US First Lady, Michelle Obama was put in a spot when a seven-year-old girl asked whether her mother, an illegal immigrant would be deported by the Obama administration.
US First Lady, Michelle Obama was put in a spot when a seven-year-old girl asked whether her mother, an illegal immigrant would be deported by the Obama administration.
Saudi women back Kingdom's ban on gender mixing | ummid.com
Saudi women back Kingdom's ban on gender mixing ummid.com
At the time when ruckus prevails against a Fatwa allegedly issued by Indian seminary Darul Uloom, Deoband that suggests to the Muslim women to refrain from mixing with men at work-places, women in Saudi Arabia came strongly in favor of the Kingdom's ban on gender mixing.
At the time when ruckus prevails against a Fatwa allegedly issued by Indian seminary Darul Uloom, Deoband that suggests to the Muslim women to refrain from mixing with men at work-places, women in Saudi Arabia came strongly in favor of the Kingdom's ban on gender mixing.
'Rent-a-riot' Muthalik pays for his fanaticism | ummid.com
'Rent-a-riot' Muthalik pays for his fanaticism ummid.com
Pramod Muthalik, the self-appointed Hindutva protector, has been thriving on controversies - from making inflammatory statements to being involved in attacks. But now he is battling an expose showing him willing to organise violent protests for a few lakhs of rupees.
Pramod Muthalik, the self-appointed Hindutva protector, has been thriving on controversies - from making inflammatory statements to being involved in attacks. But now he is battling an expose showing him willing to organise violent protests for a few lakhs of rupees.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
US artist sorry for outrageous Facebook page | ummid.com
US artist sorry for outrageous Facebook page ummid.com
An American cartoonist whose work inspired the outrageous page about Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) on Facebook has condemned the effort and issued an apology to Muslims.
An American cartoonist whose work inspired the outrageous page about Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) on Facebook has condemned the effort and issued an apology to Muslims.
Pass percentage in CBSE Class 12 exams dropped | ummid.com
Pass percentage in CBSE Class 12 exams dropped ummid.com
The overall pass percentage of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 board exams saw a drop of 1.13 percent. The board results were declared Friday in Delhi, Guwahati and Allahabad.
The overall pass percentage of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 12 board exams saw a drop of 1.13 percent. The board results were declared Friday in Delhi, Guwahati and Allahabad.
Delhi serial blasts accused given copy charge-sheet | ummid.com
Delhi serial blasts accused given copy charge-sheet ummid.com
A city court Thursday handed over a copy of the charge sheet to the two suspected terrorists accused of involvement in the 2008 Delhi serial blasts.
A city court Thursday handed over a copy of the charge sheet to the two suspected terrorists accused of involvement in the 2008 Delhi serial blasts.
Babri Masjid case: Allahabad HC refuses to review case against Advani, others | ummid.com
Babri Masjid case: Allahabad HC refuses to review case against Advani, others ummid.com
Former Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani and 20 other Bharatiya Janata Party and Sangh Pavivar leaders got a reprieve on Thursday with the Allahabad High Court rejecting a plea to revive criminal cases against them in the Babri Mosque demolition case.
Former Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani and 20 other Bharatiya Janata Party and Sangh Pavivar leaders got a reprieve on Thursday with the Allahabad High Court rejecting a plea to revive criminal cases against them in the Babri Mosque demolition case.
After Sachar, NSSO survey shows Muslims most backward in India | ummid.com
After Sachar, NSSO survey shows Muslims most backward in India ummid.com
After Sachar Committee, now National Sample Survey Organisation (NSSO), a central government body, has confirmed that India’s largest religious minority is the most backward community on the educational front.
After Sachar Committee, now National Sample Survey Organisation (NSSO), a central government body, has confirmed that India’s largest religious minority is the most backward community on the educational front.
India to observe May 21 as Anti-Terrorism Day | ummid.com
India to observe May 21 as Anti-Terrorism Day ummid.com
India will observe Anti-Terrorism Day Friday to mark former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi's assassination on May 21, 1991.
India will observe Anti-Terrorism Day Friday to mark former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi's assassination on May 21, 1991.
Islamic Banking possible through separate legislation: RBI | ummid.com
Islamic Banking possible through separate legislation: RBI ummid.com
Islamic banking in India is not possible now with the current banking principles based on interest payment, but it can be done though a separate legislation, Reserve Bank of India Governor D. Subbarao said here Thursday.
Islamic banking in India is not possible now with the current banking principles based on interest payment, but it can be done though a separate legislation, Reserve Bank of India Governor D. Subbarao said here Thursday.
ATM inventor John Shepherd-Barron, 84, dies after short illness | ummid.com
ATM inventor John Shepherd-Barron, 84, dies after short illness ummid.com
John Shepherd-Barron, the Scotsman credited with inventing the world’s first automatic teller machine, now known as ATMs, has died after a short illness. He was 84.
John Shepherd-Barron, the Scotsman credited with inventing the world’s first automatic teller machine, now known as ATMs, has died after a short illness. He was 84.
UPA- One year after return to power | ummid.com
UPA- One year after return to power ummid.com
This May 2010, UPA completed its one year in the seat of power for the second term. Now it is being christened as UPA II and political pundits are evaluating its performance on various scales of performance, foreign policy, economic performance, farmer’s suicides, foreign affairs etc.
This May 2010, UPA completed its one year in the seat of power for the second term. Now it is being christened as UPA II and political pundits are evaluating its performance on various scales of performance, foreign policy, economic performance, farmer’s suicides, foreign affairs etc.
Caste based census: Lawyer files caveat in SC | ummid.com
Caste based census: Lawyer files caveat in SC ummid.com
A lawyer on whose petition Madras High Court has directed Census Commissioner of India to conduct a caste based census today filed a caveat in the Supreme Court praying that no relief should be granted to the Union Government without hearing caveator.
A lawyer on whose petition Madras High Court has directed Census Commissioner of India to conduct a caste based census today filed a caveat in the Supreme Court praying that no relief should be granted to the Union Government without hearing caveator.
Israel releases Hamas leader after 43-month detention | ummid.com
Israel releases Hamas leader after 43-month detention ummid.com
Israel released senior Hamas official and Palestinian Legislative Council member Muhammad Abu Tir on Thursday, after detaining him for 43 months, an Israel Prison Service spokeswoman said.
Israel released senior Hamas official and Palestinian Legislative Council member Muhammad Abu Tir on Thursday, after detaining him for 43 months, an Israel Prison Service spokeswoman said.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Muslims outraged at Facebook profanity | ummid.com
Muslims outraged at Facebook profanity ummid.com
Muslims across the world have expressed their outrage at a Facebook group and website marking May 20 as “Everybody Draw Muhammad Day.”
Muslims across the world have expressed their outrage at a Facebook group and website marking May 20 as “Everybody Draw Muhammad Day.”
SP alleges UP Minority Commission of ignoring Muslims in the state | ummid.com
SP alleges UP Minority Commission of ignoring Muslims in the state ummid.com
With an eye on regaining Muslim vote bank the Samajwadi Party (SP) on Tuesday decried the State Minority Commission (SMC) for failing to resolve Muslim issues.
With an eye on regaining Muslim vote bank the Samajwadi Party (SP) on Tuesday decried the State Minority Commission (SMC) for failing to resolve Muslim issues.
Sohrabuddin case: Arrested cops sent to CBI custody | ummid.com
Sohrabuddin case: Arrested cops sent to CBI custody ummid.com
Jailed Deputy Superintendent of Police N.K. Amin and Inspector V.A. Rathod were Wednesday granted four days' Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) custody for questioning in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake gun battle case.
Jailed Deputy Superintendent of Police N.K. Amin and Inspector V.A. Rathod were Wednesday granted four days' Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) custody for questioning in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh fake gun battle case.
Top Muslim clerics to take part in Ittehad-e-Millat Convention in Bhopal on May 23 | ummid.com
Top Muslim clerics to take part in Ittehad-e-Millat Convention in Bhopal on May 23 ummid.com
Keeping aside their sectarian differences and rivalries Muslim Ulema (clerics) of various sects from all over India would come on one platform for the sake of welfare of Muslim Ummah at large here in Bhopal on May 23 at Noor-us-Saba Hotel.
Keeping aside their sectarian differences and rivalries Muslim Ulema (clerics) of various sects from all over India would come on one platform for the sake of welfare of Muslim Ummah at large here in Bhopal on May 23 at Noor-us-Saba Hotel.
Karnataka Gram Panchayat polls: SDPI bags 67 seats | ummid.com
Karnataka Gram Panchayat polls: SDPI bags 67 seats ummid.com
The Social Democratic Party of India, (SDPI), a new political party, has bagged 67 seats in Karnataka state in the recently concluded Gram Panchayat elections.
The Social Democratic Party of India, (SDPI), a new political party, has bagged 67 seats in Karnataka state in the recently concluded Gram Panchayat elections.
SDPI gets recognition from Election Commission | ummid.com
SDPI gets recognition from Election Commission ummid.com
The Election Commission of India, (ECI), has registered the newly formed Social Democratic Party of India, (SDPI), as a political party under the 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
The Election Commission of India, (ECI), has registered the newly formed Social Democratic Party of India, (SDPI), as a political party under the 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
Amina Haroon tops AMU Class X Exams | ummid.com
Amina Haroon tops AMU Class X Exams ummid.com
The result of Secondary School Certificate (Class X) Annual Examination-2010 of the Aligarh Muslim University has been declared today. Amina Haroon of Girls High School secured First Position with 92% marks.
The result of Secondary School Certificate (Class X) Annual Examination-2010 of the Aligarh Muslim University has been declared today. Amina Haroon of Girls High School secured First Position with 92% marks.
Naxals may have link with Let: Chhattisgarh CM | ummid.com
Naxals may have link with Let: Chhattisgarh CM ummid.com
After the possible nexus between right wing Hindu militants with Pakistani ISI as claimed by slain ATS Chief Hemant Karkare, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister today hinted at the possibility of Naxal-Let nexus.
After the possible nexus between right wing Hindu militants with Pakistani ISI as claimed by slain ATS Chief Hemant Karkare, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister today hinted at the possibility of Naxal-Let nexus.
Rizwan's mother now hopeful of getting justice | ummid.com
Rizwan's mother now hopeful of getting justice ummid.com
Kiswar Jahan, the mother of Rizwanur Rahman who died under mysterious circumstances in 2007, Tuesday said she could hope for justice now that the Calcutta High Court has ordered the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to register a murder case and probe the youth's death afresh.
Kiswar Jahan, the mother of Rizwanur Rahman who died under mysterious circumstances in 2007, Tuesday said she could hope for justice now that the Calcutta High Court has ordered the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to register a murder case and probe the youth's death afresh.
Sultans of Science: Arab-Muslim discoveries, inventions on display | ummid.com
Sultans of Science: Arab-Muslim discoveries, inventions on display ummid.com
After the Muslim Heritage and Invention exhibition titled as 1001 Inventions in London February this year, the world is up for one more. This time it is Sultans of Science to focus the contributions of Muslims in the field of science.
After the Muslim Heritage and Invention exhibition titled as 1001 Inventions in London February this year, the world is up for one more. This time it is Sultans of Science to focus the contributions of Muslims in the field of science.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Rent-a-Riot: Ram Sena files complaint against journalist | ummid.com
Rent-a-Riot: Ram Sena files complaint against journalist ummid.com
Sri Rama Sena’s Bangalore head Vasanth Kumar filed a compliant against Pushpa Sharma, a journalist from Noida, Tehelka.com, news channels Headlines Today and Aaj Tak before the II Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court on Tuesday.
Sri Rama Sena’s Bangalore head Vasanth Kumar filed a compliant against Pushpa Sharma, a journalist from Noida, Tehelka.com, news channels Headlines Today and Aaj Tak before the II Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court on Tuesday.
CBSE class XII results declared in Ajmer, Chennai, Panchkula regions | ummid.com
CBSE class XII results declared in Ajmer, Chennai, Panchkula regions ummid.com
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) today declared the results of class XII Board examinations in Ajmer, Chennai and Panchkula regions.
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) today declared the results of class XII Board examinations in Ajmer, Chennai and Panchkula regions.
US Muslim soldier struggles to get harassment complaint addressed | ummid.com
US Muslim soldier struggles to get harassment complaint addressed ummid.com
Two months after a Muslim soldier complained to the Pentagon about being harassed in the wake of the Fort Hood shootings, Spec. Zachari Klawonn said the Army has not followed through on its promises to address problems at the country's largest military base.
Two months after a Muslim soldier complained to the Pentagon about being harassed in the wake of the Fort Hood shootings, Spec. Zachari Klawonn said the Army has not followed through on its promises to address problems at the country's largest military base.
Education for Muslim girls important: Farangi Mahal Fatwa | ummid.com
Education for Muslim girls important: Farangi Mahal Fatwa ummid.com
Close on the heels of the controversy about the fatwa on the Deoband website on working women, an Islamic seminary here has said that education for Muslim girls was not only important, but also mandatory.
Close on the heels of the controversy about the fatwa on the Deoband website on working women, an Islamic seminary here has said that education for Muslim girls was not only important, but also mandatory.
‘Decision on Sanatan Sanstha’s ban after studying charges’ | ummid.com
‘Decision on Sanatan Sanstha’s ban after studying charges’ ummid.com
Goa Chief Minister Digambar Kamat Tuesday said any decision on banning rightwing Hindu outfit Sanatan Sanstha (SS), eleven of whose members were charge sheeted Monday for the Diwali-eve blasts in the state last year, will be taken after studying the charges.
Goa Chief Minister Digambar Kamat Tuesday said any decision on banning rightwing Hindu outfit Sanatan Sanstha (SS), eleven of whose members were charge sheeted Monday for the Diwali-eve blasts in the state last year, will be taken after studying the charges.
India, Iran should replace ‘dying’ big powers: Ahmadinejad | ummid.com
India, Iran should replace ‘dying’ big powers: Ahmadinejad ummid.com
In the rapidly changing world structure, Iran and India must stay together and should not neglect the present opportunities to replace the “dying” big powers, Iran’s President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad told visiting External Affairs Minister S. M. Krishna on Tuesday.
In the rapidly changing world structure, Iran and India must stay together and should not neglect the present opportunities to replace the “dying” big powers, Iran’s President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad told visiting External Affairs Minister S. M. Krishna on Tuesday.
HC directs CBI to initiate fresh probe into Rizwanur Rehman case | ummid.com
HC directs CBI to initiate fresh probe into Rizwanur Rehman case ummid.com
Over two years after computer graphics teacher Rizwanur Rahman was found dead under mysterious circumstances near a railway track here, the Calcutta High Court today directed the CBI to register a murder case and initiate the investigations afresh.
Over two years after computer graphics teacher Rizwanur Rahman was found dead under mysterious circumstances near a railway track here, the Calcutta High Court today directed the CBI to register a murder case and initiate the investigations afresh.
Three years after the Hyderabad Blast, justice eludes to the victims | ummid.com
Three years after the Hyderabad Blast, justice eludes to the victims ummid.com
Three years after the Makkah Masjid blasts, justice still eludes the victims of the explosions, and of the subsequent police firing and torture in the name of "investigation", the Civil Liberties Monitoring Committee (CLMC) said here today.
Three years after the Makkah Masjid blasts, justice still eludes the victims of the explosions, and of the subsequent police firing and torture in the name of "investigation", the Civil Liberties Monitoring Committee (CLMC) said here today.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Delhi Police files closure report in Muslim scholar's case | ummid.com
Delhi Police files closure report in Muslim scholar's case ummid.com
Red-faced Delhi Police on May 15 filed a closure report in the case they filed against Maulana Noor-ul Huda, a cleric from Deoband who was deplaned from an Emirates flight and arrested on May 12.
Red-faced Delhi Police on May 15 filed a closure report in the case they filed against Maulana Noor-ul Huda, a cleric from Deoband who was deplaned from an Emirates flight and arrested on May 12.
Maoists blast civilian bus in Chhattisgarh, 35 dead | ummid.com
Maoists blast civilian bus in Chhattisgarh, 35 dead ummid.com
At least 35 special police officers (SPOs) and civilians were killed when Maoist rebels detonated a landmine targeting a bus in which they were travelling in a forested stretch in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district, the same region where they slaughtered 76 security personnel over a month ago.
At least 35 special police officers (SPOs) and civilians were killed when Maoist rebels detonated a landmine targeting a bus in which they were travelling in a forested stretch in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district, the same region where they slaughtered 76 security personnel over a month ago.
Goa Blast: Charges framed against Hindu right wing activists | ummid.com
Goa Blast: Charges framed against Hindu right wing activists ummid.com
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Monday filed charges in a court against 11 activists of a Hindu right wing organisation for the 2009 Diwali-eve blasts that killed two people in Goa's Margao town.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) Monday filed charges in a court against 11 activists of a Hindu right wing organisation for the 2009 Diwali-eve blasts that killed two people in Goa's Margao town.
Brit Muslim boxer Amir Khan defends WBA light-welterweight title | ummid.com
Brit Muslim boxer Amir Khan defends WBA light-welterweight title ummid.com
Brit Muslim pugilist Amir Khan stopped his New York challenger Paulie Maligaggi in the eleventh round to retain his WBA light welterweight title on Sunday.
Brit Muslim pugilist Amir Khan stopped his New York challenger Paulie Maligaggi in the eleventh round to retain his WBA light welterweight title on Sunday.
Jamia Millia to do first of its kind research in nanotechnology | ummid.com
Jamia Millia to do first of its kind research in nanotechnology ummid.com
The Jamia Milia Islamia will carry out advanced research in nanotechnology, the only university in the country to do so, a university statement said Monday.
The Jamia Milia Islamia will carry out advanced research in nanotechnology, the only university in the country to do so, a university statement said Monday.
Young Muslim women fume at Deoband diktat | ummid.com
Young Muslim women fume at Deoband diktat ummid.com
Many young Muslim women have reacted sharply to the Deoband seminary's fiat on women and men working together in offices, saying it's high time clerics started looking at real issues plaguing the community such as economic backwardness.
Many young Muslim women have reacted sharply to the Deoband seminary's fiat on women and men working together in offices, saying it's high time clerics started looking at real issues plaguing the community such as economic backwardness.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
No platform tickets at Railway stations | ummid.com
No platform tickets at Railway stations ummid.com
Following the stampede at the New Delhi Railway station that claimed two lives and injured seven others on Sunday, the railway authorities have decided to stop the sale of platform tickets from Monday to control the crowd.
Following the stampede at the New Delhi Railway station that claimed two lives and injured seven others on Sunday, the railway authorities have decided to stop the sale of platform tickets from Monday to control the crowd.
Recession Effect: More people turn entrepreneurs | ummid.com
Recession Effect: More people turn entrepreneurs ummid.com
According to workforce solutions provider Kelly Services' survey of 1,34,000 people globally, including over 4,000 in India, the economic slowdown has led to the creation of a new wave of entrepreneurs with one in every six people surveyed in the country describing themselves as 'self-employed' now.
According to workforce solutions provider Kelly Services' survey of 1,34,000 people globally, including over 4,000 in India, the economic slowdown has led to the creation of a new wave of entrepreneurs with one in every six people surveyed in the country describing themselves as 'self-employed' now.
Jamia Millia graduates earn laurels | ummid.com
Jamia Millia graduates earn laurels ummid.com
An alumnus of Jamia Millia Islamia has achieved a significant honour for himself, his alma mater and the country. A paper co-written by Danish Nadeem, who graduated in computer science from the Jamia in 2002.
An alumnus of Jamia Millia Islamia has achieved a significant honour for himself, his alma mater and the country. A paper co-written by Danish Nadeem, who graduated in computer science from the Jamia in 2002.
Interim centre for Kerala AMU satisfactory: Minister | ummid.com
Interim centre for Kerala AMU satisfactory: Minister ummid.com
The interim centre selected near Perinthalmanna for beginning the AMU off-campus centre’s classes this year is satisfactory, said Kerala Education Minister MA Baby after visiting the building for the purpose.
The interim centre selected near Perinthalmanna for beginning the AMU off-campus centre’s classes this year is satisfactory, said Kerala Education Minister MA Baby after visiting the building for the purpose.
Ajmer Blast: Rajasthan cops pick up Madhya Pradesh industrialist | ummid.com
Ajmer Blast: Rajasthan cops pick up Madhya Pradesh industrialist ummid.com
An industrialist from Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district has been picked up by the anti-terrorist squad (ATS) of Rajasthan Police in connection with the 2007 bombing at the Ajmer Dargah Sharif that killed three people, police said Sunday.
An industrialist from Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district has been picked up by the anti-terrorist squad (ATS) of Rajasthan Police in connection with the 2007 bombing at the Ajmer Dargah Sharif that killed three people, police said Sunday.
Identity, Indian politics and caste census | ummid.com
Identity, Indian politics and caste census ummid.com
The Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has assured the parliament that caste will be included in the current census. This was after Yadav leaders and OBC members of Parliament raised the issue and there was heated debate. The question arises why is it or is not necessary to include caste in counting people of India.
The Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has assured the parliament that caste will be included in the current census. This was after Yadav leaders and OBC members of Parliament raised the issue and there was heated debate. The question arises why is it or is not necessary to include caste in counting people of India.
Saturday, May 15, 2010
After Jafris, Togadia too files complaint against them | ummid.com
After Jafris, Togadia too files complaint against them ummid.com
Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Pravin Togadia Saturday filed a complaint charging Tanvir and Zakia Jafri, the son and widow respectively of slain former Congress MP Ehsan Jafri, with trying to create communal hatred in the state.
Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Pravin Togadia Saturday filed a complaint charging Tanvir and Zakia Jafri, the son and widow respectively of slain former Congress MP Ehsan Jafri, with trying to create communal hatred in the state.
Government policies for minorities answer to fatwas: Khurshid | ummid.com
Government policies for minorities answer to fatwas: Khurshid ummid.com
The government's policy of opening more banks in areas dominated by the minorities was an effective "condemnation" of fatwas warning Muslims against going to banks or taking out life insurance policies, Minority Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid said Saturday.
The government's policy of opening more banks in areas dominated by the minorities was an effective "condemnation" of fatwas warning Muslims against going to banks or taking out life insurance policies, Minority Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid said Saturday.
UP Urdu, Arabic & Farsi University Vice Chancellor felicitated | ummid.com
UP Urdu, Arabic & Farsi University Vice Chancellor felicitated ummid.com
To felicitate Anis Ansari , I.A.S. (Retd.) on his appointment as the first Vice-Chancellor of U.P. Urdu, Arabi, Farsi University, Lucknow, All India Muslim Forum on March 13, 2010 organized a Seminar at Press Club on The Significance of U.P. Urdu, Arabi, Farsi University, Lucknow – Its Impact on the Citizens of U.P., especially the Muslims, and their Expectations.
To felicitate Anis Ansari , I.A.S. (Retd.) on his appointment as the first Vice-Chancellor of U.P. Urdu, Arabi, Farsi University, Lucknow, All India Muslim Forum on March 13, 2010 organized a Seminar at Press Club on The Significance of U.P. Urdu, Arabi, Farsi University, Lucknow – Its Impact on the Citizens of U.P., especially the Muslims, and their Expectations.
Delhi Police file chargesheet in 2008 serial bombing case | ummid.com
Delhi Police file chargesheet in 2008 serial bombing case ummid.com
The Delhi Police on Saturday filed a chargesheet against two suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) terrorists for their involvement in the 2008 serial blasts.
The Delhi Police on Saturday filed a chargesheet against two suspected Indian Mujahideen (IM) terrorists for their involvement in the 2008 serial blasts.
Egypt opens Rafah crossing for stranded Palestinians | ummid.com
Egypt opens Rafah crossing for stranded Palestinians ummid.com
Egypt opened its crossing point with the Gaza Strip at Rafah Saturday to allow around 8,000 stranded Palestinians to cross into Egypt, the Palestinian Border Crossing Corporation (PBCC) said.
Egypt opened its crossing point with the Gaza Strip at Rafah Saturday to allow around 8,000 stranded Palestinians to cross into Egypt, the Palestinian Border Crossing Corporation (PBCC) said.
Muslim clerics condemn scholar's arrest | ummid.com
Muslim clerics condemn scholar's arrest ummid.com
Muslim leaders Saturday condemned the arrest of an Islamic scholar after a scare on a London-bound flight when a woman passenger complained to the flight crew about his "dangerous conversation".
Muslim leaders Saturday condemned the arrest of an Islamic scholar after a scare on a London-bound flight when a woman passenger complained to the flight crew about his "dangerous conversation".
Vinay Katiyar sent me away from dais: Anju Gupta | ummid.com
Vinay Katiyar sent me away from dais: Anju Gupta ummid.com
An IPS officer, who said L K Advani had made a provocative speech in Ayodhya moments before the Babri Masjid was demolished by Sangh Parivar activists, today told a CBI court that she was twice sent away from the dais by BJP leader Vinay Katiyar.
An IPS officer, who said L K Advani had made a provocative speech in Ayodhya moments before the Babri Masjid was demolished by Sangh Parivar activists, today told a CBI court that she was twice sent away from the dais by BJP leader Vinay Katiyar.
CPI-M condemns illegal detentionof Muslim cleric | ummid.com
CPI-M condemns illegal detentionof Muslim cleric ummid.com
The Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) Saturday condemned "the illegal detention and arrest" of Maulana Noor-ul-Huda, a respected cleric from Deoband who was deplaned from an Emirates flight "on the basis of a trivial complaint".
The Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) Saturday condemned "the illegal detention and arrest" of Maulana Noor-ul-Huda, a respected cleric from Deoband who was deplaned from an Emirates flight "on the basis of a trivial complaint".
Ehsan Jafri's son files complaint against Togadia | ummid.com
Ehsan Jafri's son files complaint against Togadia ummid.com
Tanvir Jafri, the son of former Congress MP Ehsan Jafri who was killed by rioting mobs during the 2002 Gujarat communal riots, Friday lodged a complaint against Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Pravin Togadia for "threatening" his mother Zakia Jafri and the rights activist Teesta Setalvad.
Tanvir Jafri, the son of former Congress MP Ehsan Jafri who was killed by rioting mobs during the 2002 Gujarat communal riots, Friday lodged a complaint against Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Pravin Togadia for "threatening" his mother Zakia Jafri and the rights activist Teesta Setalvad.
Former Vice President Bhairon Singh Shekhawat dead | ummid.com
Former Vice President Bhairon Singh Shekhawat dead ummid.com
Former Vice President Bhairon Singh Shekhawat died on Saturday, two days after he was admitted to a hospital here complaining of uneasiness and breathing problems.
Former Vice President Bhairon Singh Shekhawat died on Saturday, two days after he was admitted to a hospital here complaining of uneasiness and breathing problems.
Friday, May 14, 2010
From Delhi, Indians to teach students in Africa | ummid.com
From Delhi, Indians to teach students in Africa ummid.com
Just like a typical classroom scene, a professor will deliver a lecture and students will raise their hands to ask questions. Only here, the teacher will be at the Delhi University (DU) campus while the students will be in Africa.
Just like a typical classroom scene, a professor will deliver a lecture and students will raise their hands to ask questions. Only here, the teacher will be at the Delhi University (DU) campus while the students will be in Africa.
Chennai Higher Secondary Schools record best performance | ummid.com
Chennai Higher Secondary Schools record best performance ummid.com
The Corporation of Chennai held a victory lap of sorts just hours after the Class XII results were published even as a girl student topped the schools run by Muslim managements.
The Corporation of Chennai held a victory lap of sorts just hours after the Class XII results were published even as a girl student topped the schools run by Muslim managements.
CAIR questions silence on Florida mosque bombing | ummid.com
CAIR questions silence on Florida mosque bombing ummid.com
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) questioned the silence of public officials and national media about a bomb attack Monday on a Florida mosque.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) questioned the silence of public officials and national media about a bomb attack Monday on a Florida mosque.
Teesta Setalvad files plea before Gujarat riots commission | ummid.com
Teesta Setalvad files plea before Gujarat riots commission ummid.com
Activist Teesta Setalvad of Mumbai-based NGO Citizens for Justice and Peace Friday filed an affidavit before the G.T. Nanavati-Akshay Mehta judicial enquiry commission providing details of the locations of some important mobile phone numbers during the 2002 communal riots in Gujarat.
Activist Teesta Setalvad of Mumbai-based NGO Citizens for Justice and Peace Friday filed an affidavit before the G.T. Nanavati-Akshay Mehta judicial enquiry commission providing details of the locations of some important mobile phone numbers during the 2002 communal riots in Gujarat.
Work for minorities without caring for credit: Minister | ummid.com
Work for minorities without caring for credit: Minister ummid.com
States should work in unison with the central government for the welfare of minorities without caring for credit, Minority Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid said Friday.
States should work in unison with the central government for the welfare of minorities without caring for credit, Minority Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid said Friday.
Ban Sri Ram Sena and arrest Muthalik: Congress | ummid.com
Ban Sri Ram Sena and arrest Muthalik: Congress ummid.com
Congress today demanded a ban on Sri Ram Sena after the right wing outfit's chief Pramod Muthalik was allegedly caught on camera accepting money to vandalise an art exhibition.
Congress today demanded a ban on Sri Ram Sena after the right wing outfit's chief Pramod Muthalik was allegedly caught on camera accepting money to vandalise an art exhibition.
An open letter to the Fatwa-Makers | ummid.com
An open letter to the Fatwa-Makers ummid.com
Assalam Alaikum, my dear brothers. I hope that by your rules a sister can write a letter to her brother, and that is why I am writing this letter to you.
Assalam Alaikum, my dear brothers. I hope that by your rules a sister can write a letter to her brother, and that is why I am writing this letter to you.
Enough evidence against Hindu extremist groups: Left | ummid.com
Enough evidence against Hindu extremist groups: Left ummid.com
The CPI on Friday asked the Centre to take stern action against Hindu extremist outfits allegedly involved in terror acts, claiming there was "enough evidence" against them.
The CPI on Friday asked the Centre to take stern action against Hindu extremist outfits allegedly involved in terror acts, claiming there was "enough evidence" against them.
Gujarat riots: SIT report submitted to SC | ummid.com
Gujarat riots: SIT report submitted to SC ummid.com
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged role of Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi in post-Godhra killing of ex-Congress MP Ehasan Jafri submitted its report to the Supreme Court.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged role of Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi in post-Godhra killing of ex-Congress MP Ehasan Jafri submitted its report to the Supreme Court.
Policeman shot dead in Hyderabad, high alert in city | ummid.com
Policeman shot dead in Hyderabad, high alert in city ummid.com
A policeman was killed and two others were injured when two people on a motorcycle opened fire on a police picket in the old city of Hyderabad Friday. A high alert has been sounded across the city.
A policeman was killed and two others were injured when two people on a motorcycle opened fire on a police picket in the old city of Hyderabad Friday. A high alert has been sounded across the city.
MCB to lead International delegation to World Islamic Economic Forum | ummid.com
MCB to lead International delegation to World Islamic Economic Forum ummid.com
For the sixth consecutive year, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) will be leading an international delegation of Muslim professionals to the 6th World Islamic Economic Form (WIEF) to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 18 to 20 May 2010.
For the sixth consecutive year, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) will be leading an international delegation of Muslim professionals to the 6th World Islamic Economic Form (WIEF) to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 18 to 20 May 2010.
IGNOU Saudi Arabia held its convocation in Riyadh | ummid.com
IGNOU Saudi Arabia held its convocation in Riyadh ummid.com
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Saudi Arabia organized its fourth convocation at the Indian Embassy in Riyadh over the weekend. reports Arab News - Saudi Arabia's leading English Daily.
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) Saudi Arabia organized its fourth convocation at the Indian Embassy in Riyadh over the weekend. reports Arab News - Saudi Arabia's leading English Daily.
Sayeeda Warsi first Muslim women to serve in British Cabinet | ummid.com
Sayeeda Warsi first Muslim women to serve in British Cabinet ummid.com
Sayeeda Warsi alias Baroness Warsi has been named as chairman of the Conservative Party, as party leader David Cameron (pictured) continues to choose members of his new government to lead the country for the next five years.
Sayeeda Warsi alias Baroness Warsi has been named as chairman of the Conservative Party, as party leader David Cameron (pictured) continues to choose members of his new government to lead the country for the next five years.
Gujarat cop held for Prajapati killing in fake gun battle | ummid.com
Gujarat cop held for Prajapati killing in fake gun battle ummid.com
A Gujarat police inspector was arrested Thursday for his role in the killing of Tulsi Prajapati in an alleged fake gun battle. He is the fifth policeman to be arrested in the case.
A Gujarat police inspector was arrested Thursday for his role in the killing of Tulsi Prajapati in an alleged fake gun battle. He is the fifth policeman to be arrested in the case.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Muslims in India don’t vote effectively, so are the Muslims in United States | ummid.com
Muslims in India don’t vote effectively, so are the Muslims in United States ummid.com
One of the many reasons behind the sufferings of the Muslims in India is cited as their lack of interest in the electioneering process. Elections after elections it is witnessed that the Muslims in India – barring on few occasions
One of the many reasons behind the sufferings of the Muslims in India is cited as their lack of interest in the electioneering process. Elections after elections it is witnessed that the Muslims in India – barring on few occasions
Prof. Mohd. Miyan new Vice-Chancellor of MANUU | ummid.com
Prof. Mohd. Miyan new Vice-Chancellor of MANUU ummid.com
Prof. Mohammad Miyan has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU), Hyderabad.
Prof. Mohammad Miyan has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU), Hyderabad.
Govt. soft in dealing with Hindutva extremists: CPM | ummid.com
Govt. soft in dealing with Hindutva extremists: CPM ummid.com
The CPI(M) today castigated the central government for "lack of firmness" in dealing with Hindutva extremists and demanded a coordinated probe into the attacks in Malegaon, Hyderabad and Ajmer allegedly carried out by these outfits.
The CPI(M) today castigated the central government for "lack of firmness" in dealing with Hindutva extremists and demanded a coordinated probe into the attacks in Malegaon, Hyderabad and Ajmer allegedly carried out by these outfits.
Bhopal gas tragedy: Justice on June 7 | ummid.com
Bhopal gas tragedy: Justice on June 7 ummid.com
Twenty-six years after the Bhopal gas tragedy which claimed thousands of lives, a local court trying the case would pronounce its verdict on June 7.
Twenty-six years after the Bhopal gas tragedy which claimed thousands of lives, a local court trying the case would pronounce its verdict on June 7.
Compulsory voting difficult to enforce: poll panel chief | ummid.com
Compulsory voting difficult to enforce: poll panel chief ummid.com
Making voting compulsory would not be possible in elections even if a law is enacted due to various factors that inhibit the Indian parliamentary democracy, Chief Election Commissioner Navin Chawla said here Wednesday.
Making voting compulsory would not be possible in elections even if a law is enacted due to various factors that inhibit the Indian parliamentary democracy, Chief Election Commissioner Navin Chawla said here Wednesday.
BJP may move court against CBI in Sohrabuddin case | ummid.com
BJP may move court against CBI in Sohrabuddin case ummid.com
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is keeping its options open on approaching the apex court against the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) exceeding its brief in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh murder probe, a party leader said Wednesday.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is keeping its options open on approaching the apex court against the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) exceeding its brief in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh murder probe, a party leader said Wednesday.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
'Investigating Agencies are biased against Muslims' | ummid.com
'Investigating Agencies are biased against Muslims' ummid.com
The Jamiat-ul-Ulema-E-Hind, hailing the court verdict dismissing charges against Fahim Ansari and Sabahuddin Ahmed in the 26/11 trial, on Tuesday said it was a matter of concern that investigating agencies were often prejudiced against Muslim youth in terror attack probes.
The Jamiat-ul-Ulema-E-Hind, hailing the court verdict dismissing charges against Fahim Ansari and Sabahuddin Ahmed in the 26/11 trial, on Tuesday said it was a matter of concern that investigating agencies were often prejudiced against Muslim youth in terror attack probes.
UK Muslim Council welcomes new Government | ummid.com
UK Muslim Council welcomes new Government ummid.com
Dr. Muhammad Abdul Bari MBE, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), today congratulated David Cameron’s appointment as Prime Minister and welcomed Nick Clegg in his role as Deputy Prime Minister.
Dr. Muhammad Abdul Bari MBE, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB), today congratulated David Cameron’s appointment as Prime Minister and welcomed Nick Clegg in his role as Deputy Prime Minister.
Indian Premier calls Cameron, calls for strengthening of ties | ummid.com
Indian Premier calls Cameron, calls for strengthening of ties ummid.com
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday telephoned his new British counterpart David Cameron to congratulate him and hoped that he would further strengthen relations between the two countries.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday telephoned his new British counterpart David Cameron to congratulate him and hoped that he would further strengthen relations between the two countries.
Three get death, 20 sentenced to life in Bathani Tola massacre | ummid.com
Three get death, 20 sentenced to life in Bathani Tola massacre ummid.com
A Bihar court Wednesday sentenced to death three men and awarded life imprisonment to 20 others in the Bathani Tola massacre case in which 21 Dalits and poor Muslims were killed by members of the upper caste Ranvir Sena in 1996.
A Bihar court Wednesday sentenced to death three men and awarded life imprisonment to 20 others in the Bathani Tola massacre case in which 21 Dalits and poor Muslims were killed by members of the upper caste Ranvir Sena in 1996.
Plea for probe in Karkare killing rejected by Supreme Court | ummid.com
Plea for probe in Karkare killing rejected by Supreme Court ummid.com
The Supreme Court Wednesday dismissed a petition for a probe into the killing of Hemant Karkare, head of Maharashtra Police's anti-terrorist squad (ATS), during the 2008 Mumbai terror attack.
The Supreme Court Wednesday dismissed a petition for a probe into the killing of Hemant Karkare, head of Maharashtra Police's anti-terrorist squad (ATS), during the 2008 Mumbai terror attack.
No 'fatwa' against working women, says Deoband | ummid.com
No 'fatwa' against working women, says Deoband ummid.com
Darul Uloom Deoband, India's foremost Islamic seminary, Wednesday denied asking Muslim women not to work along with men and said it only suggested that working women should dress "properly".
Darul Uloom Deoband, India's foremost Islamic seminary, Wednesday denied asking Muslim women not to work along with men and said it only suggested that working women should dress "properly".
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Gujarat court confirms jail term for 2 in terror attack | ummid.com
Gujarat court confirms jail term for 2 in terror attack ummid.com
The Gujarat High Court Tuesday confirmed the conviction of two people under the Prevention Of Terrorism Act (POTA) for attacking a Surat-based lawyer and rightwing Hindu activist Hasmukh Lalwala as part of their Jihad.
The Gujarat High Court Tuesday confirmed the conviction of two people under the Prevention Of Terrorism Act (POTA) for attacking a Surat-based lawyer and rightwing Hindu activist Hasmukh Lalwala as part of their Jihad.
IGNOU starts 5 new programmes in Law | ummid.com
IGNOU starts 5 new programmes in Law ummid.com
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) today launched five new academic programmes in law.
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) today launched five new academic programmes in law.
Amethi to be turned into an IT hub by Bill Gates | ummid.com
Amethi to be turned into an IT hub by Bill Gates ummid.com
The high-profile Amethi Lok Sabha constituency of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday had a distinguished visitor in Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates, who promised to develop the area as an IT hub.
The high-profile Amethi Lok Sabha constituency of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday had a distinguished visitor in Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates, who promised to develop the area as an IT hub.
Delayed Waking up: Terrorism Investigations | ummid.com
Delayed Waking up: Terrorism Investigations ummid.com
The Ajmer bomb blasts took place on 11th October 2007; these took place inside the holy Shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, killing two people.
The Ajmer bomb blasts took place on 11th October 2007; these took place inside the holy Shrine of Khwaja Moinuddin Chisti, killing two people.
Reinventing America’s Relations With the Muslim World | ummid.com
Reinventing America’s Relations With the Muslim World ummid.com
Relations between the ‘Muslim world’ and the ‘West’ have rapidly deteriorated in recent years, and, despite repeated calls for dialogue, they only seem to be further worsening.
Relations between the ‘Muslim world’ and the ‘West’ have rapidly deteriorated in recent years, and, despite repeated calls for dialogue, they only seem to be further worsening.
Commando found dead in Ashok Singhal’s house | ummid.com
Commando found dead in Ashok Singhal’s house ummid.com
An Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) commando, deployed as part of security provided to Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) international president Ashok Singhal, was Tuesday found dead at the latter’s residence in Uttar Pradesh’s Allahabad district, police said.
An Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) commando, deployed as part of security provided to Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) international president Ashok Singhal, was Tuesday found dead at the latter’s residence in Uttar Pradesh’s Allahabad district, police said.
Muslim leaders warn against Jerusalem settlements | ummid.com
Muslim leaders warn against Jerusalem settlements ummid.com
Muslim leaders warned on Monday the establishment of new Israeli settlements in Jerusalem would push the region to "the brink of an abyss,” a day after Palestinians declared the start of indirect talks with Israel.
Muslim leaders warned on Monday the establishment of new Israeli settlements in Jerusalem would push the region to "the brink of an abyss,” a day after Palestinians declared the start of indirect talks with Israel.
Right to dissent curbed in Gujarat: PUCL | ummid.com
Right to dissent curbed in Gujarat: PUCL ummid.com
Several civil rights activists have deplored the alleged attempts by the Narendra Modi-led BJP government in Gujarat to curb expression of dissent in a democratic manner.
Several civil rights activists have deplored the alleged attempts by the Narendra Modi-led BJP government in Gujarat to curb expression of dissent in a democratic manner.
Only asset I possess is integrity: Justice Kapadia | ummid.com
Only asset I possess is integrity: Justice Kapadia ummid.com
Newly appointed Chief Justice of India, Justice S H Kapadia, has said the only asset he possesses is integrity and hopes to fulfil the Constitutional obligations to achieve the goal of "inclusive growth."
Newly appointed Chief Justice of India, Justice S H Kapadia, has said the only asset he possesses is integrity and hopes to fulfil the Constitutional obligations to achieve the goal of "inclusive growth."
Muslim representation in Civil Services – An Analysis | ummid.com
Muslim representation in Civil Services – An Analysis ummid.com
Among 875 selected candidates, this year, 21 are Muslims. Last year, out of 791 selected candidates, 31 were Muslims. Hence, from around 4% in 2009 the Muslims’ selection in the Civil Services Examination, popularly known as IAS exams, has come down to around 2.5%.
Among 875 selected candidates, this year, 21 are Muslims. Last year, out of 791 selected candidates, 31 were Muslims. Hence, from around 4% in 2009 the Muslims’ selection in the Civil Services Examination, popularly known as IAS exams, has come down to around 2.5%.
Facebook effect: Father, son re-unit after 37 years | ummid.com
Facebook effect: Father, son re-unit after 37 years ummid.com
A man in Britain was united with his long-lost father after 37 years with the help of the social networking site Facebook.
A man in Britain was united with his long-lost father after 37 years with the help of the social networking site Facebook.
Monday, May 10, 2010
MANUU begins admission process | ummid.com
MANUU begins admission process ummid.com
Maulana Azad National Urdu University the only university offering couses at higher level through Urdu medium, has started the admission process for regular courses with the commencement of sale of applications today.
Maulana Azad National Urdu University the only university offering couses at higher level through Urdu medium, has started the admission process for regular courses with the commencement of sale of applications today.
Togadia on SIT probe: It’s victimization for his Hindu identity | ummid.com
Togadia on SIT probe: It’s victimization for his Hindu identity ummid.com
Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Pravin Togadia on Monday alleged that he was being victimized for belonging to the Hindu community.
Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Pravin Togadia on Monday alleged that he was being victimized for belonging to the Hindu community.
Sons of Babur — A Play in Search of India | ummid.com
Sons of Babur — A Play in Search of India ummid.com
‘Sons of Babur have only two places: the graveyard or Pakistan!’ went the bloodcurdling cry of Hindutva fascists, seeking to whip up Hindu hatred against Muslims in the course of their movement to destroy the Babri Masjid two decades ago.
‘Sons of Babur have only two places: the graveyard or Pakistan!’ went the bloodcurdling cry of Hindutva fascists, seeking to whip up Hindu hatred against Muslims in the course of their movement to destroy the Babri Masjid two decades ago.
British parliament to have three Muslim women MPs | ummid.com
British parliament to have three Muslim women MPs ummid.com
Two Pakistani-British women were among three women who became the first Muslim females to be elected to the British parliament following their success in Thursday’s national polls.
Two Pakistani-British women were among three women who became the first Muslim females to be elected to the British parliament following their success in Thursday’s national polls.
A street vendor turned entrepreneur who shared high table with Obama | ummid.com
A street vendor turned entrepreneur who shared high table with Obama ummid.com
From a street vendor kid to sharing the high table at a presidential summit on entrepreneurship hosted by President Barack Obama to deepen America’s ties with Muslim communities, Sirajuddin Qureshi has indeed come a long way.
From a street vendor kid to sharing the high table at a presidential summit on entrepreneurship hosted by President Barack Obama to deepen America’s ties with Muslim communities, Sirajuddin Qureshi has indeed come a long way.
Gujarat Riots: Togadia appears before SIT | ummid.com
Gujarat Riots: Togadia appears before SIT ummid.com
Firebrand VHP General Secretary Praveen Togadia on Monday appeared for questioning before the Special Investigation Team (SIT), probing the 2002 riots.
Firebrand VHP General Secretary Praveen Togadia on Monday appeared for questioning before the Special Investigation Team (SIT), probing the 2002 riots.
Principal to face court case over headscarf row | ummid.com
Principal to face court case over headscarf row ummid.com
The father of the girl who was ousted from school for wearing the head-scarf will file a case against the school principal in the court today.
The father of the girl who was ousted from school for wearing the head-scarf will file a case against the school principal in the court today.
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Civil Services exam topper, an ardent RTI activist | ummid.com
Civil Services exam topper, an ardent RTI activist ummid.com
For Shah Faisal, the first Kashmiri to top the civil services examination, joining the country's most elite service may have been his biggest dream, but there is another subject very close to his heart - the Right to Information (RTI) Act.
For Shah Faisal, the first Kashmiri to top the civil services examination, joining the country's most elite service may have been his biggest dream, but there is another subject very close to his heart - the Right to Information (RTI) Act.
Consultations on new UK government formation resume | ummid.com
Consultations on new UK government formation resume ummid.com
Britain’s Conservative and Liberal parties on Sunday resumed urgent talks aimed at forming a new government after the inconclusive general election.
Britain’s Conservative and Liberal parties on Sunday resumed urgent talks aimed at forming a new government after the inconclusive general election.
NIA to file chargesheet in Goa Blast by May 17 | ummid.com
NIA to file chargesheet in Goa Blast by May 17 ummid.com
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) would file the chargesheet in the Goa blast case by May 17, a senior officer said.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) would file the chargesheet in the Goa blast case by May 17, a senior officer said.
Notices to Gujarat BJP leaders in Sohrabuddin case | ummid.com
Notices to Gujarat BJP leaders in Sohrabuddin case ummid.com
The brother of Sohrabudin Sheikh, who was allegedly killed by the Gujarat police in a staged gunfight, Saturday served notices to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders for contempt of court.
The brother of Sohrabudin Sheikh, who was allegedly killed by the Gujarat police in a staged gunfight, Saturday served notices to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders for contempt of court.
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Two held for illegal slaughter in Delhi | ummid.com
Two held for illegal slaughter in Delhi ummid.com
Two people have been arrested for illegal slaughter of sheep in central Delhi, police said Saturday.
Two people have been arrested for illegal slaughter of sheep in central Delhi, police said Saturday.
Maoists blast CRPF vehicle, seven troopers killed | ummid.com
Maoists blast CRPF vehicle, seven troopers killed ummid.com
Seven Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers were killed Saturday when Maoist guerrillas blew up their vehicle in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district, a month after the rebels massacred 76 security personnel in the same region.
Seven Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers were killed Saturday when Maoist guerrillas blew up their vehicle in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district, a month after the rebels massacred 76 security personnel in the same region.
School management suspends principal over headscarf row | ummid.com
School management suspends principal over headscarf row ummid.com
The principal of a Christian-run school was suspended by the school management after controversy when a Muslim girl student was issued a transfer certificate because she insisted on wearing a headscarf to school, an official said Friday.
The principal of a Christian-run school was suspended by the school management after controversy when a Muslim girl student was issued a transfer certificate because she insisted on wearing a headscarf to school, an official said Friday.
'Indian Muslims are like twelfth player in a cricket team, always kept as reserve' | ummid.com
'Indian Muslims are like twelfth player in a cricket team, always kept as reserve' ummid.com
"The Indian Muslims are like the twelfth player in a cricket team, who is kept simply as a ‘reserve’. He is part of the team but is not brought out onto the field along with the other eleven players. He simply sits in the dressing room in the stadium. The Indian Muslim is like that.
"The Indian Muslims are like the twelfth player in a cricket team, who is kept simply as a ‘reserve’. He is part of the team but is not brought out onto the field along with the other eleven players. He simply sits in the dressing room in the stadium. The Indian Muslim is like that.
UK Elections: Is Britain heading towards a coalition government? | ummid.com
UK Elections: Is Britain heading towards a coalition government? ummid.com
Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg, who has emerged as the kingmaker after British elections threw up the first hung Parliament since 1974, is meeting his MPs on Saturday to discuss offers from both the Conservatives and the ruling Labour to form a new government.
Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg, who has emerged as the kingmaker after British elections threw up the first hung Parliament since 1974, is meeting his MPs on Saturday to discuss offers from both the Conservatives and the ruling Labour to form a new government.
Lok Sabha passes Waqf Amendment Bill 2010 | ummid.com
Lok Sabha passes Waqf Amendment Bill 2010 ummid.com
‘The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2010’, seeking to strengthen and improve the management and administration of the Waqfs in India has been considered and passed unanimously by the Lok Sabha May 7, 2010.
‘The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2010’, seeking to strengthen and improve the management and administration of the Waqfs in India has been considered and passed unanimously by the Lok Sabha May 7, 2010.
Shah Faisal IAS reaches home to hero's welcome | ummid.com
Shah Faisal IAS reaches home to hero's welcome ummid.com
Shah Faisal, the first Kashmiri to top the prestigious civil services examination, arrived here Friday to a hero's welcome from family, friends and well-wishers and declared that he had decided to join the IAS when his father was killed by gunmen.
Shah Faisal, the first Kashmiri to top the prestigious civil services examination, arrived here Friday to a hero's welcome from family, friends and well-wishers and declared that he had decided to join the IAS when his father was killed by gunmen.
Kashmiri doctor who tops IAS exam wants to be role model | ummid.com
Kashmiri doctor who tops IAS exam wants to be role model ummid.com
A Kashmiri doctor who has made history by topping the coveted Indian civil services exam Thursday pledged to be a role model for the young from troubled Jammu and Kashmir.
A Kashmiri doctor who has made history by topping the coveted Indian civil services exam Thursday pledged to be a role model for the young from troubled Jammu and Kashmir.
Shah Faisal, first Kashmiri to top IAS exams | ummid.com
Shah Faisal, first Kashmiri to top IAS exams ummid.com
This year, Shah Faisal, a Kashmiri doctor, hit headlines for creating history by becoming first Kashmiri to top the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) examination.
This year, Shah Faisal, a Kashmiri doctor, hit headlines for creating history by becoming first Kashmiri to top the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) examination.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Bill to allow foreign educational institutions introduced in LS | ummid.com
Bill to allow foreign educational institutions introduced in LS ummid.com
A major Bill to allow entry of foreign educational institutions in the country to impart higher education was introduced in the Lok Sabha with Speaker Meira Kumar overruling Left objections to it at the initial stage.
A major Bill to allow entry of foreign educational institutions in the country to impart higher education was introduced in the Lok Sabha with Speaker Meira Kumar overruling Left objections to it at the initial stage.
UGC - NET coaching at MANUU | ummid.com
UGC - NET coaching at MANUU ummid.com
The UGC-NET Coaching Centre at Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) will arrange coaching for the NET exam scheduled to be held on 27th June 2010 for minority students.
The UGC-NET Coaching Centre at Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) will arrange coaching for the NET exam scheduled to be held on 27th June 2010 for minority students.
Kasab guilty of 26/11, two others acquitted | ummid.com
Kasab guilty of 26/11, two others acquitted ummid.com
Almost 18 months after India’s worst terror attack, Pakistani Mohammed Ajmal Amir Kasab was Monday declared guilty on 83 of 86 charges against him, including murder and waging war against the Indian state in the November 2008 Mumbai attack.
Almost 18 months after India’s worst terror attack, Pakistani Mohammed Ajmal Amir Kasab was Monday declared guilty on 83 of 86 charges against him, including murder and waging war against the Indian state in the November 2008 Mumbai attack.
Is there a spy wing in Aligarh Muslim University? | ummid.com
Is there a spy wing in Aligarh Muslim University? ummid.com
It's an open secret in the Aligarh Muslim University that an 'intelligence wing' of the varsity snoops on students and teachers. The administration flatly denies the allegation though it admits that a "watchdog keeps an eye on outsiders and anti-social elements".
It's an open secret in the Aligarh Muslim University that an 'intelligence wing' of the varsity snoops on students and teachers. The administration flatly denies the allegation though it admits that a "watchdog keeps an eye on outsiders and anti-social elements".
Muslim groups demand fresh probe into Mecca Masjid blast | ummid.com
Muslim groups demand fresh probe into Mecca Masjid blast ummid.com
Muslim groups in Hyderabad have demanded a fresh probe into the 2007 bomb blast at Mecca Masjid in view of the Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) revelation that the 2007 blasts at the historic mosque and the Ajmer shrine were linked.
Muslim groups in Hyderabad have demanded a fresh probe into the 2007 bomb blast at Mecca Masjid in view of the Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) revelation that the 2007 blasts at the historic mosque and the Ajmer shrine were linked.
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Higher education reforms bills in LS tomorrow | ummid.com
Higher education reforms bills in LS tomorrow ummid.com
Government's initiatives on higher education reforms will be put on fast track as four bills, including one on allowing entry of foreign universities to the country, are expected to be introduced tomorrow in Lok Sabha.
Government's initiatives on higher education reforms will be put on fast track as four bills, including one on allowing entry of foreign universities to the country, are expected to be introduced tomorrow in Lok Sabha.
Freedom of speech coming under threat in India, says media watch | ummid.com
Freedom of speech coming under threat in India, says media watch ummid.com
There have been at least 11 instances of attacks on journalists and eight cases of bans, restrictions or regulation of media in India in the last four months, a website devoted to tracking the media in the country has said in a report.
There have been at least 11 instances of attacks on journalists and eight cases of bans, restrictions or regulation of media in India in the last four months, a website devoted to tracking the media in the country has said in a report.
Bill on Women Reservation unlikely in Lok Sabha this session | ummid.com
Bill on Women Reservation unlikely in Lok Sabha this session ummid.com
The government is unlikely to move the women's reservation bill in the Lok Sabha during the few remaining days of the budget session before parliament goes into recess around May 7, Congress sources said.
The government is unlikely to move the women's reservation bill in the Lok Sabha during the few remaining days of the budget session before parliament goes into recess around May 7, Congress sources said.
International seminar on education and peace in Mumbai on May 15 | ummid.com
International seminar on education and peace in Mumbai on May 15 ummid.com
An array of leading politicians and scholars will be in the city for a two-day international seminar on education and peace, to be held on May 15 and 16 with a special reference to Gandhian-Nehruvian perspective.
An array of leading politicians and scholars will be in the city for a two-day international seminar on education and peace, to be held on May 15 and 16 with a special reference to Gandhian-Nehruvian perspective.
Muslim Law Board organises seminar on Personal Laws | ummid.com
Muslim Law Board organises seminar on Personal Laws ummid.com
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) organised a seminar on Saturday at Darul Uloom Sabeelur Rashad Arabic College to bring about awareness about Muslim Personal Law.
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) organised a seminar on Saturday at Darul Uloom Sabeelur Rashad Arabic College to bring about awareness about Muslim Personal Law.
Ajmer bombing mastermind may be in Gujarat: Police | ummid.com
Ajmer bombing mastermind may be in Gujarat: Police ummid.com
An Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of Rajasthan Police has been sent to Gujarat to track down the mastermind of the 2007 Ajmer Dargah Sharif bombing, police sources said here Sunday.
An Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of Rajasthan Police has been sent to Gujarat to track down the mastermind of the 2007 Ajmer Dargah Sharif bombing, police sources said here Sunday.
Third suspect held for Ajmer Dargah bombing | ummid.com
Third suspect held for Ajmer Dargah bombing ummid.com
A third man suspected to be involved in the 2007 bombing at the famed Ajmer Dargah Sharif that killed three people has been detained in Madhya Pradesh and brought to Rajasthan, police sources here said Sunday.
A third man suspected to be involved in the 2007 bombing at the famed Ajmer Dargah Sharif that killed three people has been detained in Madhya Pradesh and brought to Rajasthan, police sources here said Sunday.
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Amnesty International, Muslim council oppose Belgian burqa bill | ummid.com
Amnesty International, Muslim council oppose Belgian burqa bill ummid.com
Belgium's Muslim council and rights group Amnesty International led the criticism Friday of plans to ban burqa-type Islamic dress in public.
Belgium's Muslim council and rights group Amnesty International led the criticism Friday of plans to ban burqa-type Islamic dress in public.
Maharashtra's golden jubilee celebrated with enthusiasm | ummid.com
Maharashtra's golden jubilee celebrated with enthusiasm ummid.com
Maharashtra's golden jubilee was celebrated with enthusiasm and festive fervour by political parties all across the state Saturday.
Maharashtra's golden jubilee was celebrated with enthusiasm and festive fervour by political parties all across the state Saturday.
None of our cadre involved in Ajmer blast: RSS | ummid.com
None of our cadre involved in Ajmer blast: RSS ummid.com
The Rashtriya Swayam Sevak Sangh (RSS) on Saturday ruled out involvement of any of its cadre in Ajmer bomb blast.
The Rashtriya Swayam Sevak Sangh (RSS) on Saturday ruled out involvement of any of its cadre in Ajmer bomb blast.
Noah’s Ark Found | ummid.com
Noah’s Ark Found ummid.com
A squad of investigators from the religious association, Noah’s Ark Ministries International, has proclaimed that they have found the leftovers of Noah’s Ark on Mount Ararat in Turkey.
A squad of investigators from the religious association, Noah’s Ark Ministries International, has proclaimed that they have found the leftovers of Noah’s Ark on Mount Ararat in Turkey.
Mecca Masjid blast: CBI quizzes Malegaon accused | ummid.com
Mecca Masjid blast: CBI quizzes Malegaon accused ummid.com
Armed with a court permission, a Central Bureau of Investigation team from Hyderabad on Saturday visited Nashik Road Central Jail and questioned the Malegaon blast accused in the light of some leads emerging in the investigations into the 2007 bomb explosion at a mosque in the Andhra Pradesh capital.
Armed with a court permission, a Central Bureau of Investigation team from Hyderabad on Saturday visited Nashik Road Central Jail and questioned the Malegaon blast accused in the light of some leads emerging in the investigations into the 2007 bomb explosion at a mosque in the Andhra Pradesh capital.
AMU alumnus launches website on the life and work of Sir Sayyad A Khan | ummid.com
AMU alumnus launches website on the life and work of Sir Sayyad A Khan ummid.com
Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis, the Vice Chancellor of Aligarh Muslim University launched the website Sir Syed Today (http://www.sirsyedtoday.org) in the central hall of Maulana Azad Library, AMU.
Prof. P. K. Abdul Azis, the Vice Chancellor of Aligarh Muslim University launched the website Sir Syed Today (http://www.sirsyedtoday.org) in the central hall of Maulana Azad Library, AMU.
Maharashtra, Gujarat celebrate 50th anniversary of their creation | ummid.com
Maharashtra, Gujarat celebrate 50th anniversary of their creation ummid.com
Gujarat and Maharashtra are celebrating their golden jubilee today. On the first of May in 1960, the two states were carved out of the State of Bombay.
Gujarat and Maharashtra are celebrating their golden jubilee today. On the first of May in 1960, the two states were carved out of the State of Bombay.
Maharashtra Day - Patriots at work in Foreign Realm | ummid.com
Maharashtra Day - Patriots at work in Foreign Realm ummid.com
As part of the Maharashtra Knowledge Corporation Ltd (MKCL) team, I was in Riyadh, the gigantic capital of Saudi Arabia, on May 1 in 2008. MKCL team was in the Kingdom to promote Information Technology (IT) Education.
As part of the Maharashtra Knowledge Corporation Ltd (MKCL) team, I was in Riyadh, the gigantic capital of Saudi Arabia, on May 1 in 2008. MKCL team was in the Kingdom to promote Information Technology (IT) Education.
Maharashtra Day - Maharashtra Day Facts | ummid.com
Maharashtra Day - Maharashtra Day Facts ummid.com
Maharashtra Day, celebrated on 1st May every year, is the day when Maharashtra attained statehood. All Maharashtrians irrespective of their caste, creed, religion or color are equally excited because it marks the day Maharashtra attained statehood.
Maharashtra Day, celebrated on 1st May every year, is the day when Maharashtra attained statehood. All Maharashtrians irrespective of their caste, creed, religion or color are equally excited because it marks the day Maharashtra attained statehood.
School set up by Mahatma Gandhi to be upgraded | ummid.com
School set up by Mahatma Gandhi to be upgraded ummid.com
After years of neglect, the first Buniyadi Vidyalaya (basic school) set up by Mahatma Gandhi in Bihar’s East Champaran district is to be upgraded to a 10-plus-2 school.
After years of neglect, the first Buniyadi Vidyalaya (basic school) set up by Mahatma Gandhi in Bihar’s East Champaran district is to be upgraded to a 10-plus-2 school.
PM for dramatic reform in legal education system | ummid.com
PM for dramatic reform in legal education system ummid.com
India's legal education system needs "dramatic reform" to improve the economic environment and ensure citizens get speedy and affordable access to justice, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Saturday.
India's legal education system needs "dramatic reform" to improve the economic environment and ensure citizens get speedy and affordable access to justice, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Saturday.
U.S. mulls Middle East nuclear weapons-free zone: Report | ummid.com
U.S. mulls Middle East nuclear weapons-free zone: Report ummid.com
The U.S. administration is reportedly negotiating a proposal with Egypt to make the Middle East a region free of nuclear weapons.
The U.S. administration is reportedly negotiating a proposal with Egypt to make the Middle East a region free of nuclear weapons.
Ajmer Blast: Second suspect sent to 11-day custody | ummid.com
Ajmer Blast: Second suspect sent to 11-day custody ummid.com
A second suspect in the 2007 Ajmer Dargah blast case, arrested by Rajasthan ATS from Madhya Pradesh, was on Saturday produced before an Ajmer court which remanded him in 11-day police custody.
A second suspect in the 2007 Ajmer Dargah blast case, arrested by Rajasthan ATS from Madhya Pradesh, was on Saturday produced before an Ajmer court which remanded him in 11-day police custody.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)