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What Is Complex Trauma? Complex trauma refers to the profound and lasting psychological impact of multiple, prolonged, and often interpersonal traumatic experiences, especially during early development. Unlike single-incident trauma (e.g., a car accident or natural disaster), complex trauma typically unfolds over time and within relationships, particularly those involving caregivers or authority figures. Such trauma is [] The post Understanding Complex Trauma first appeared on .
511th Discover Yourself Workshop was organized by All India Jamiatul Quresh, Rajasthan in Jaipur on 25th, 26th & 27th July 2025 at the Grand Indiana Banquet Hall. Facilitated by Sadathullah Khan, the three-day event brought together participants from diverse walks of life. Doctors, professionals, families, and individuals experienced a journey of self-reflection, healing, and spiritual [] The post Discover Yourself Workshop Inspires Transformation in Jaipur first appeared on .
512th Discover Yourself Workshop was held at Al-Shifa Multi specialty Hospital (JIH), Delhi, on 15th, 16th & 17th August 2025. It was organized by the hospital management for doctors, paramedical staff, and other team members. The three-day journey brought deep reflection, healing, and transformation. Voices of Transformation A Changed Heart and Mind After the [] The post Discover Yourself Workshop at Al-Shifa Multi Specialty Hospital first appeared on .
513th Discover Yourself Workshop at Azad Bhavan, Bengaluru (23rd & 24th August 2025), left a lasting impact on participants. Many described it as life-changing helping them move from confusion to clarity, from blame to responsibility, and from external struggles to an inner connection with Allah. Their heartfelt feedback reflects the depth of this unique journey. [] The post Renewed Lives, Renewed Hearts first appeared on .
The Modernity Question Modernity, shaped by secularism, rationalism, and globalization, challenges Muslim societies where faith historically shaped law, culture, and community. The dilemma is stark: reject it, imitate it, or reinterpret it through Islam. Reformist Beginnings In the 19th century, Islamic modernists like Muhammad Ali Pasha in Egypt sought to align Islamic governance with modern [] The post Islam and Modernity: Between Tradition and Reform first appeared on .
If a man and woman are locked in a solitary room with only a camera watching them knowing their actions could be made public most would avoid wrongdoing out of fear of humiliation before family and society. We trust this small machine and its owner so much that it restrains us. Yet cameras can fail: [] The post Who Are We Really Afraid Of? first appeared on .
Faith and the Planet As the world struggles with climate change, deforestation, and pollution, religion is increasingly recognized as a powerful influence on how people relate to nature. For Muslims, environmental care is not just good practice it is an act of faith. What is Green Islam? In Islam, humans are described as khalfah (caretakers [] The post Green Islam: How Muslims are Powering Environmental Action first appeared on .
Neglect of Islamic Heritage It is a striking irony that while nations compete globally, many Muslims remain unaware of their own rich history. Even the educated sections often cite European figures as moral or intellectual exemplars, neglecting countless Muslim luminaries such as Khalid ibn Walid, Salahuddin Ayyubi, Ibn Rushd, and Abu Ali Sina. This cultural [] The post Deviation from Islamic History: The Ghost of Westernization and the Muslim Identity Crisis first appeared on .
What is Self-Regulation? Self-regulation refers to the conscious ability to alter ones behavior in a desired direction. It involves resisting temptation, managing emotions, overcoming fatigue, and choosing long-term benefits over short-term impulses. Psychologists Baumeister and Exline (1999, 2000) call it a master virtue, without which moral behavior would collapse. Quranic Foundation of Self-Control The Quran [] The post Self-Regulation in the Quran: A Psychological Insight first appeared on .
Under a newly enforced stricter Sharia law, Muslim men in Terengganu risk up to two years in jail or a fine of RM 3,000 (~USD 700) for completely missing Friday prayers, even once Malay MailThe Star. Key Updates: New Rule: Earlier, only those who missed three consecutive Friday prayers faced penalties. Now, even a single [] The post Malaysian State Plans to Jail Muslims Who Skip Friday Prayers first appeared on .
Dr. Mona Hamdy highlights Islams rich intellectual tradition as a vital source for shaping ethical AI, emphasizing that faith and scientific innovation are compatible. Islam enshrines the pursuit of knowledge as sacred. From the House of Wisdom in Baghdad to observatories in Samarkand, Muslim scholars integrated scientific progress with moral responsibility, guided by wisdom (hikmah), [] The post Islam Offers Guiding Principles for Global AI Ethics first appeared on .
In 1325, 21-year-old Moroccan scholar Ibn Battuta embarked on a Hajj pilgrimage to Makkah. What began as a brief religious journey transformed into a remarkable 29-year odyssey across Africa, Asia, and Europe, marked by shipwrecks, bandit attacks, political intrigues, and even the Black Death pandemic. Travelling over 120,000 kilometres by horse, camel, donkey, wagon, and [] The post Ibn Battuta: From Makkah Pilgrimage to 29 Years of Global Exploration first appeared on .
Seoul: The Korea Muslim Federation (KMF) celebrated 70 years of Islam in Korea with an international halal seminar and gala dinner, bringing together Islamic leaders and domestic halal organizations. KMF President Kim Dong-eok welcomed distinguished guests, including Ahmad Haikal Hasan (Indonesia), Osama bin Ahmad Al-Jaffal (Saudi Arabia), and Saleh I. Babear (World Assembly of Muslim [] The post Korea Muslim Federation Marks 70 Years of Islam in Korea first appeared on .
Cairo: His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al Azhar and Chairman of the Muslim Council of Elders, called for robust efforts to counter campaigns that distort Islams image and falsely link it to violence, fueling Islamophobia. Speaking at the Dar Al Ifta conference on The Making of the Competent Mufti in the [] The post Al Azhar Grand Imam Urges Fight Against Misrepresentation of Islam first appeared on .
Foreign ministers from 31 Arab and Islamic countries, along with the Arab League, OIC, and Gulf Cooperation Council, strongly condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahus remarks on establishing a so-called Greater Israel. The joint statement, issued Friday, included countries such as Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey, UAE, Morocco, Palestine, and others. It described Netanyahus [] The post 31 Arab and Islamic Nations Condemn Netanyahus Greater Israel Claims first appeared on
ALIGARH: Afrin Jabee, a B.P.Ed. student at Aligarh Muslim University, became the first AMU student to swim across the English Channel, completing the 34-km Dover-to-France solo swim in 13 hours 13 minutes on July 29, 2025. Vice Chancellor Prof Naima Khatoon felicitated Afrin, calling her a sports icon of AMU and praised her achievement, expressing [] The post AMUs Afrin Jabee Conquers English Channel first appeared on .
AMU students Mohammad Amanullah Farooqi and Santosh GM helped India clinch silver at the 20th Asian Roller Hockey Championship in South Korea. Their stellar performance against top teams brought glory to both India and AMU. Vice Chancellor Prof. Naima Khatoon congratulated them, celebrating their achievement and future prospects. The post AMU Students Shine in Asian Roller Hockey first appeared on .
New Delhi: Noted Gandhian and president of the Hakim Ajmal Khan Forum for Peace and Communal Harmony, Tej Lal Bharti, has urged the Government of India to confer the Bharat Ratna on freedom fighter and Unani medical pioneer Masiha-ul-Mulk Hakim Ajmal Khan. At a forum meeting on August 21, a resolution was unanimously passed highlighting [] The post Bharat Ratna for Hakim Ajmal Khan, Demands Gandhian Tej Lal Bharti first appeared on .
Hyderabad: In an effort to revive the mosques role as a hub of community welfare, Masjid-e-Alamgiri in Shantinagar hosted a health awareness lecture on Common Orthopedic Problems and Their Solutions. The session, delivered by orthopedic surgeon Dr. Muhammad Tanzeel Munawar, drew dozens of residents, including many women. This was the mosques second monthly health talk, [] The post Hyderabad Mosque Launches Health Awareness Program first appeared on .
New Delhi: Marking the 60th anniversary of the All India Muslim Majlis-e-Mushawarat (registered), prominent Muslim leaders, intellectuals, and social activists gathered in the capital on August 16 and urged Muslim bodies to agree on a common agenda to tackle the communitys challenges. They strongly warned against attempts to fragment Muslims along caste and sectarian lines. [] The post Muslim Leaders Call for Unity, Warn Against Divisions first appeared on .
New Delhi: All India Ulema Board, Delhi honoured Janab Naeem Qureshi Indiana Sahab, Rajasthan Chief of All India Jamiatul Qureshi, with the Bharat Ratna APJ Abdul Kalam Award for his service and contributions to the community. This recognition has brought pride to the Qureshi community, with members extending hearty congratulations to him as a true [] The post Naeem Qureshi Indiana Receives APJ Abdul Kalam Award first appeared on .
Kuala Lumpur: The First Forum for Fiqh Scholars, inaugurated by Sheikh Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League (MWL), brought together leading Islamic law experts for a two-day gathering in Kuala Lumpur. Organized by the MWLs Islamic Fiqh Council under the patronage of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, the forum focused on [] The post Global Fiqh Experts Convene in Malaysia first appeared on .
Thousands rally under AIMPLB campaign, declare: This black law will not be accepted Bengaluru: The nationwide Waqf Bachao, Dastoor Bachao Tehreek (Save Waqf, Save the Constitution Movement), led by the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), gained momentum in Karnataka as thousands of women gathered at Quddus Sahib Eidgah on August 22 in a [] The post Women Rise Against Waqf Amendment Act in Bengaluru first appeared on .
In Islamic spirituality, the nafs and ruh represent two distinct yet deeply connected dimensions of the human self. The nafs is the lower self or ego the source of base desires, selfish impulses, and worldly attachments. It inclines toward temptation, arrogance, and heedlessness, often pulling a person away from Allah. The Quran refers to the [] The post Understanding Nafs and Ruh: The Inner Dimensions of the Self first appeared on .
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), a more specific form of domestic violence, affects individuals across gender, marital status, and social strata. It includes not only physical harm but also psychological abuse, coercion, threats, and reproductive control. Often, bruises and broken bones draw attention, but emotional and psychological scars can be just as damaging and harder to [] The post Understanding and Addressing Intimate Partner Violence first appeared on .
The 510th Discover Yourself Workshop was successfully conducted at the India Islamic Cultural Centre (IICC), jointly hosted by IICC and Islamic Voice English monthly. It was presided, inaugurated and concludeby Janab Salman Khurshid, senior advocate, author, law teacher Ex Cabinet Minister of the Ministry of External Affairs and president of IICC in the presence of [] The post Delhi Discovers: The Power of Inner Transformation first appeared on .
Say, O People of the Book! Come to a word that is equitable between us and you that we shall worship none but Allah, and not associate anything with Him, and none of us shall take others as lords besides Allah. But if they turn away, then say, Bear witness that we are Muslims. (Quran [] The post Towards Harmony: A Psycho-Quranic Model for Social Group Conflict Resolution first appeared on .
Introduction: Worship Begins Where Eyes Cannot See When we think of worship (ibadah), we often picture prayer, fasting, giving zakah, or making ajj. But what if I told you that the most important acts of worship arent visible at all? Islam teaches us that the heart is the true battleground of faith. It is where [] The post Actions of the Heart: The Hidden Core of True Worship first appeared on .
The Quran describes Allah as the Nur (Light) of the heavens and the earth. This divine light is beyond human comprehension, and Allah grants it to whom He wills, guiding them to His path. Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth. The example of His light is like a niche within which [] The post Allah is One, Unique, and the Nur of the Heavens and Earth first appeared on .
You do not will, except as Allah wills. (Quran, Surah Al-Insan, 76:30) This short but profound verse strikes at the very heart of our human condition. It reminds us that no matter how powerful, intelligent, or resourceful we may believe ourselves to be, the final outcome of all our efforts lies not in our hands, [] The post You Do Not Will, Except as Allah Wills first appeared on .
In the past, education was deeply rooted in building human character, fostering a connection to the heart, and nurturing a relationship with the Divine. It aimed at creating holistic individuals who balanced intellect with spirituality, ethics, and compassion. Today, however, the educational landscape has shifted dramatically. The focus has veered toward survival and job-oriented learning, [] The post From Heart to Machine: The Transformation of Education first appeared on .
Two heartbreaking stories. Two different countries. Two grieving daughters. One haunting question: Dont you love your daughters? Recently, two powerful columns one by Mehmood Sham and the other by Yasir Pirzada stirred a wave of grief and reflection. They spotlighted two tragic cases of daughters silenced by the very people who should have protected them [] The post Dont You Love Your Daughters? first appeared on .
Parveen (name changed) feels harassed by a quarrelsome neighbour. Im so fed up that Ive decided to move to another locality, she laments. Salma, emotionally disturbed by an intrusive neighbour, battles anxiety and depression. Imran deals daily with the chaos caused by his neighbours pets. Joseph is entangled in a prolonged court case over a [] The post Living Next Door: Dealing with Difficult Neighbours Through Patience and Principles first appeared on .
Zulm phir zulm hai, badhta hai to mit jaata hai Khoon phir khoon hai, tapkega to jam jaayega. Faiz Ahmed Faiz (Oppression is oppression if it grows, it will perish. Blood is blood if it spills, it will solidify into resistance.) The Political Future of Indian Muslims is Tied to the Fate of Indian [] The post Preserving Democracy, Protecting Dignity: Why Indian Muslims Must Fund a Constitutional Movement first appeared on .
Sir, I recently came across your insightful article on the Urdu school survey in Karnataka, and I must say it was both informative and inspiring. I deeply appreciate the efforts you and your team have put into conducting such a comprehensive study its truly commendable and much needed for the upliftment of the Ummah. I [] The post Reviving a 140-Year-Old Urdu School: A Humble Request for Guidance first appeared on .
After his acclaimed Indian Muslim Freedom Fighters, historian Syed Ubaidur Rahman returns with another significant contribution History of Waqf in India: Muslim Endowments, Origins and Laws (Released July 3, 2025). This book offers a deeply researched and much-needed exploration into the origins, development, and current challenges of Waqf institutions in India. Rahmans dedication to preserving [] The post A Must-Read on Muslim Endowments in India first appeared on .
Fayaz Pashas A Deendar Muslim: A Roadmap to Learn the Basics of Islam from Birth to Age 25 Years is a timely and valuable resource for nurturing a strong Islamic identity from early childhood to adulthood. This first volume of a promising series offers a structured, practical guide for parents, educators, and community leaders seeking [] The post A Deendar Muslim A Roadmap for Lifelong Islamic Growth first appeared on .
Courtesy: The Hindustan Times Prof. Mohammad Asim Siddiquis latest book, Muslim Identity in Hindi Films (Routledge, 3145, 185pp), offers a bold and timely analysis of the evolving portrayal of Muslims in Indian cinema. With scholarly depth and cultural sensitivity, Siddiqui critiques the increasing stereotyping of Muslim characters from noble nawabs and syncretic protagonists of yesteryears [] The post Rethinking Muslim Identity in Hindi Cinema first appeared on .
In a time when reliable and localized data on Indias Muslim communities remains scarce, The Social, Educational and Economic Status of the Muslims of Udaipur City comes as a much-needed scholarly intervention. Authored by Syed Wasim Akhtar, an Assistant Town Planner with the Government of Rajasthan, the book offers an insightful and statistically grounded account [] The post The Social, Educational and Economic Status of the Muslims of Udaipur City: A Study first appeared on .
London: The heart of London came alive with faith-infused innovation at the Muslim Tech Fest (MTF) 2025, which drew over 1,000 participants from across Europe and beyond. Hosted by British-Pakistani media voice Yasser Ranjha, the day-long event, held from 10:20 AM to 5:30 PM, marked the most expansive edition yet of this pioneering festival described [] The post Muslim Tech Fest 2025 Unites Innovation, Faith, and Future Vision first appeared on .
Tel Aviv: In the wake of past intelligence failures, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) have made it mandatory for all personnel in its military intelligence wing (AMAN) to study Islam and the Arabic language. The move aims to enhance cultural and linguistic understanding to improve intelligence analysis, especially in conflict zones like Gaza, Yemen, and [] The post Israel Makes Arabic and Islamic Studies Mandatory for Military Intelligence first appeared on .
Why Adaptation Is Urgent for Our Economic Survival The Muslim world largely missed the Industrial Revolution and weve been playing catch-up ever since. Now, another transformation is underway, and its moving faster than ever: the Artificial Intelligence revolution. But heres the tough reality: if Muslims dont act now, we risk being left behind again this [] The post Will Muslims Miss the AI Revolution Too? first appeared on .
Call for an AI Fatwa Council to Embed Islamic Values in the Age of Algorithms The Muslim world, with its rapidly growing and youthful population, stands at a crucial intersection of demographics and technology. By 2030, nearly one-third of the worlds youth could be Muslim. At the same time, artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming [] The post Shaping the Future: Why the Muslim World Must Lead in Ethical AI first appeared on .
Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Gathers 120 Imams for Visionary Reform New Delhi: A landmark two-day National Imam and Khateeb Workshop, hosted by Jamaat-e-Islami Hind (JIH) on July 56 at its headquarters in New Delhi, concluded with a resounding call to redefine the role of mosques as inclusive, community-centered spaces of moral guidance, education, and outreach. Bringing together [] The post National Imam Workshop Urges Mosques to Become Inclusive Community Hubs first appeared on .
Mentors Meet Focuses on Early Goal Setting Bengaluru, 5th July 2025: The Early Goal Setting: Dream Big initiative was formally launched on the 5th July 2025, at KMDC Bhawan, Bengaluru, through a Mentors Meet chaired by distinguished retired civil servants and education leaders. The event marked the beginning of monthly mentorship sessions aimed at helping [] The post Bengaluru Launches Dream Big Mentorship Drive for Students first appeared on .
New Delhi: In a rare display of cross-party solidarity, Members of Parliament from diverse political parties expressed grave concern over growing communal polarization, state-led injustices in Assam, and the governments shifting stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict. The occasion was a dinner hosted by Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind (Mahmood Madani faction) at a five-star hotel in the capital. [] The post MPs Raise Alarm Over Minority Rights, Assam Crisis, and Indias Palestine Shift first appeared on .
MMKs Prof. M.H. Jawahirullah Slams Ideological Tampering of Education Chennai: Prof. M.H. Jawahirullah, Member of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly and President of the Manithaneya Makkal Katchi (MMK), has launched a scathing attack on the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), accusing it of communal distortion in its newly revised Class VIII Social [] The post NCERT Under Fire for Communal Distortion of History in New Textbook first appeared on .
Statewide Observance Upholds Honour and Legacy of Prophets Companions (PBUH) Bengaluru, July 18: Mosques across Karnataka echoed with deep devotion, unity, and religious fervour as Muslims observed Youm-e-Sahaba (Day of the Companions of the Prophet (PBUH)) in response to a call by Markaz Tahaffuz-e-Islam Hind. The state witnessed an overwhelming show of love and reverence [] The post Karnataka Reverberates with Devotion on Youm-e-Sahaba first appeared on .