Islamic Voice

First Encounter Through His Writings My acquaintance with Hazrat Maulana Zulfiqar Ahmad Naqshbandi (Rah.) began around 2006 through his inspiring travelogue Lahore Se Taa Khaake Bukhara Wa Samarqand. The book left a deep spiritual and intellectual impression on me, reflecting the authors inner maturity, sincerity, and depth of insight. Over time, I heard more about [] The post In Memoriam: Hazrat Maulana Zulfiqar Ahmad Naqshbandi (Rah.) first appeared on .

Syed Shahid Mehdi, former Vice Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia, was laid to rest in Jamias special graveyard on Sunday afternoon. He passed away late Saturday night (December 21, 2025) at his residence in Vasant Vihar, Delhi. His demise has cast a pall of grief over academic, literary, and social circles across the country. An [] The post Syed Shahid Mehdi: A Life of Learning, Grace and Cultural Harmony first appeared on .

Clarity about self, purpose, and life direction Deeper understanding of nafs, heart, and soul Tools to manage stress, fear, anger, and anxiety Inner peace through reflection, silence, and remembrance Shift from ego-driven living to God-conscious living Practical methods to break negative thought patterns Emotional healing from past hurts [] The post What Participants Gain from Discover Yourself (DYS) first appeared on .

The three-day Discover Yourself (DYS) Workshop, hosted by Medical Service Society (MSS), West UP in Budaun from 57 December 2025 at Unique Garden Hall, enabled participants to experience deep inner clarity and spiritual realignment. The workshop helped them move from ego-centred living to God-centred awareness, bringing positive changes in thinking, behaviour, family life, and connection [] The post Inner Transformation, Lasting Changes first appeared on .

Gazelle S. Khan and Yasmin Mehtab were once full-time homemakers, devoted to managing their homes, families, and daily responsibilities. Though they carried quiet aspirations, they were unsure of how to channel them until a self-management workshop in December 2017 changed everything. We witnessed a transformation in ourselves, recalls Yasmin. Gazelle adds, As homemakers, we often [] The post From Homemakers to Life Coaches: The Inspiring Journey of Gazelle Khan and Yasmin Mehtab first appeared

Explaining Two Key Ideas in Simple Terms Mufti Shamail Sahib, during his argument, used certain theological and philosophical terms that many ordinary readers including Javed Sahib may not be familiar with. Two of the most important among them are Contingency Argument and Infinite Regress. Since there is keen public interest in these discussions, it is [] The post Necessary Being & Infinite Regress first appeared on .

Why Do They Resist Surrendering to Allah? Today, many Muslims believe in Allah but struggle to surrender to Him. The heart knows the truth, but the ego resists it. The problem is not faith the problem is disconnect. 1. The Ego Has Become the Master Muslims today often obey their nafs (ego) more than Allah. [] The post What Has Happened to Muslims Today? first appeared on .

Is Every Child Required to Learn It? Reality or Deception? Today, many Muslims are taught: Arabic is the divine language. Without Arabic, you cannot know Allah. Every child must learn Arabic, otherwise they cannot understand the Quran. This sounds religious, but it is often a half-truth and sometimes a deception when misunderstood. [] The post Is Arabic a Must to Know Allah? first appeared on .

Many Muslims believe that without knowing Arabic or deeply understanding the Quran, they cannot come close to Allah. This belief traps them and creates guilt, delay, and distance. But the truth is much simpler, softer, and more beautiful: 1. Allah Looks at Your Heart Before Your Language Allah does not love you because you know [] The post Is Understanding Arabic or the Quran a Must to Come Closer to Allah? first appeared on .

Mumbai: In a significant step towards addressing mental health concerns within the Muslim community, a free mental health workshop exclusively for women was organised at Bilal Masjid, Mira Road, on Saturday, November 29. The workshop, titled Finding Peace as a Muslimah, was conducted inside the masjid premises an initiative that is still rare but increasingly [] The post Mental Health Workshop for Women Held at Bilal Masjid, Mira Road first appeared on .

Being stressed for too long can physically shrink your brain and make you forget things. What Happens Inside the Brain Chronic stress shrinks the hippocampus, the part of the brain responsible for memory and emotional balance. A long-term study published in Biological Psychiatry confirmed that high cortisol levels damage brain cells and reduce brain volume [] The post How Chronic Stress Affects the Brain first appeared on .

Quranic Emphasis on Reason and Intellect The Quran uses the term fud to refer to human reasoning. It adopts a deeply rational and logical approach to teaching human beings how to think, analyse, and make wise decisions. From a psychological perspective, this emphasis encourages greater use of the prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain [] The post Reasoning and the Psychology of Reflection in the Quran: A Psychologists Perspective first appeared on .

Sir, The December 2025 issue of Islamic Voice carries a thought-provoking article, Language: A Divine Blessing by Tahsin Ahmed, which deserves careful attention. The author begins by defining language as a vital medium for expressing thoughts and emotions and for fostering human connection. His well-researched essay thoughtfully surveys major theories on the evolution of language [] The post Language as a Sacred Trust first appeared on .

The Convenience We Enjoy Delivery apps such as Zepto, Zomato, Swiggy, Instamart, Blinkit, Dunzo, and many others have made our lives remarkably convenient. From food to groceries and essential supplies, almost everything can now be delivered to our doorsteps with just a few taps on a mobile app. This convenience has especially benefited housewives, senior [] The post Delivery Workers and Their Challenges first appeared on .

Introduction This article examines the critical challenges confronting the Muslim community challenges that demand sober introspection, careful analysis, and intelligent strategies. The concerns outlined here are not only about todays youth but about generations to come. Among the most pressing are social isolation, educational backwardness, institutional stagnation, and the gradual weakening of unified moral leadership. [] The post The Future That Awaits: Sans Foresight first appeared on .

Quick-delivery apps Zepto, Swiggy Instamart, Blinkit, Dunzo and others have exploded across India. Theyve turned convenience into a lifestyle. But beneath this glittering new comfort lies a silent crisis that we are ignoring. A vast number of our youth, especially those aged 20 to 28, are getting trapped in what looks like an easy and [] The post The Donkey Economy How Quick-Delivery Apps Are Stealing Our Youths Future first appeared on .

Imran Mullas compelling new book of dynasties and destinies dashed taking in Turkey, France, the UK, Palestine and India uncovers a forgotten chapter of Islamic history The inter-war years of the twentieth century have produced a vast body of historical scholarship on the Islamic world. Yet The Indian Caliphate: Exiled Ottomans and the [] The post Revisiting a Forgotten Chapter of the Caliphate Reimagining the Caliphate from India first appeared on .

The Arrival of the Dream We spend days and nights imagining what we long for, believing that once our dreams come true, our incompleteness will vanish. Then one day, the dream arrives. For a fleeting moment, it feels as if the world pauses, time stills, and the deepest desires of the heart blossom into reality. [] The post The Empty Sky After A Dream Comes True first appeared on .

Theran: The 2nd International Congress on the Razavi Art School will take place on February 16, 2026, aiming to strengthen scholarly discourse on sacred and Islamic art with a focus on the artistic legacy of Imam Reza. Announcing the event at a press briefing in Tehran, Mohammad Javad Ostadi, executive secretary of the congress, said [] The post 2nd International Congress on Razavi Art School Announced first appeared on .

The 5th Model OIC High School Summit in Istanbul concluded with the adoption of the Istanbul Declaration, a youth-led call for justice for Palestine, reforms in global governance, stronger cooperation among OIC states, and greater youth involvement in decision-making. Held over four days at Beyolu Anatolian Imam Hatip High School, in partnership with the Islamic [] The post Model OIC High School Summit Adopts Istanbul Declaration first appeared on .

November proved to be a difficult month for President Donald Trump, marked by political, legal, and diplomatic setbacks that suggest his grip on power is weakening. The November 4 elections became a de facto referendum on his leadership, delivering strong gains for Democrats across state and local contests. Democrats won governorships in New Jersey and [] The post Americans Are Beginning to Lose Faith in Trump first appeared on .

Pope Leo XIV began his third day in Turkey with a visit to Istanbuls historic Sultan Ahmed Mosque, popularly known as the Blue Mosque. The visit was intended as a gesture of respect toward the Islamic world and a continuation of the Vaticans efforts to strengthen interreligious dialogue. Although invited to pray, the pope chose [] The post Pope Leo XIV Visits Iconic Blue Mosque in Gesture of MuslimChristian Fraternity first appeared on .

New Delhi: Widespread condemnation has erupted from Muslim womens organisations, youth groups, feminist collectives and political leaders following a controversial incident in which Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was seen pulling down the hijab of a Muslim woman doctor on a public stage. Describing the act as humiliating and unconstitutional, several groups have demanded an [] The post Outrage Over Bihar CMs Hijab Incident Grows; Womens and Youth Groups Seek Apology, Legal Action first appear

Baku: The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (ICESCO), in partnership with the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and Azerbaijans Ministry of Science and Education, has launched the ICESCO AI Index, a new tool to measure artificial intelligence development across its Member States. The announcement was made during an international AI conference in Baku. ICESCO Director [] The post ICESCO Unveils AI Index for Islamic World first appeared on .

New Delhi: India and Afghanistan have signed a medical cooperation agreement to formally introduce and promote Unani medicine in Afghanistan, announced the All India Unani Tibbi Congress (AIUTC). The initiative follows sustained efforts by AIUTC International Coordinator Dr Obaidullah Beg. AIUTC National President Prof Mushtaq Ahmad and Secretary General Dr Syed Ahmad Khan welcomed the [] The post IndiaAfghanistan Sign Agreement to Promote Unani Medicine first appeared on .

India Opens Its Nuclear Sector to Global Corporations But Safety, Accountability, and Citizen Rights Hang in the Balance A New Law, Global Investment Both houses of Parliament recently passed the Sustainable Harnessing & Advancement of Nuclear Energy Transforming India Act 2025 (SHANTI), opening Indias nuclear energy sector to private domestic and international companies. While Indias [] The post SHANTI Act 2025: Power, Profit and Public Peril first appeared on .

Bengaluru The Urdu world mourns the loss of Aziz Balgami, the celebrated Naat poet and compassionate mentor, who passed away on November 28, 2025 after Fajr prayers due to a heart attack. Inna lillh wa inna ilayhi rjin. Known widely for his soulful Naat Mere Mustafa Aaye Mere Mustafa Aaye, Balgami was beloved not only [] The post Renowned Naat Poet Aziz Balgami Passes Away at 71 first appeared on .

Bengaluru: Community organizations across Bengaluru were deeply saddened by the sudden demise of Janab Mohammed Saifulla, age 68 year,Founder Secretary of the Bismillah Education Trust (BET), which manages the BET Group of Institutions in Bismillah Nagar, offering education from Nursery up to Degree courses. These institutions have long served the children of marginalized sections of [] The post Janab Mohammed Saifulla A Lifelong Champion of Education and Community Service first appeared on .

Some of the participants share their expereinces Got the opportunity to open up and be more honest to myself. Giving up to prove myself right. Insight and Tranquil. I have experienced real changes I feel calmer, more peaceful, and better able to focus on my studies. This workshop brought a positive shift into [] The post 523 Dys Workshop Held In Hyderabad At The Olive Hospital Conference I Hall. On The 21, 22 & 23 Novemeber 2025 first appeared on .

522nd DYS Workshop | St. Al-Haneef Educational Centre (Campus Hall), Chandauli Varanasi 78 November 2025 | For Teachers The Discover Yourself Workshop, conducted by Sadathullah Khan, brought a life-changing experience to the teachers. Through interactive sessions, spiritual reflection, and practical guidance, participants learned how to break free from negative thoughts, let go of ego, [] The post Discover Yourself Workshop Transforming Hearts & Minds first appeared on .

The greatest transformation of life does not happen in the world outside, but within the heart. The Discover Yourself (DYS) perspective reminds us that every human being carries both light and darkness inside the ego that traps us, and the soul that calls us to Allah. The inner journey is about recognising this conflict and [] The post The Inner Journey Begins Within first appeared on .

Modern philosophy claims to explore the meaning of life, yet despite centuries of study, it has offered no definite answers. When individuals or societies face crises, philosophy often leads to confusion and moral ambiguity rather than clarity or guidance. The result is a culture of vulgarity, self-indulgence, and emotional instability harming both personal wellbeing and [] The post Islam and the Modern World: A Path Back to Human Dignity first appeared on .

1. Language as the Lens of Reality Khan emphasizes that our words and mental narratives shape our perception of life. Unlike purely doctrinal or academic teaching, he translates abstract spiritual truths into everyday, experiential language. When he talks about haqq (truth) and batil (falsehood), he doesnt just define them; he shows how [] The post Sadathullah Khan: Unique Angle and Effective Delivery in the Discover Yourself workshop first appeared on .

The world today is in a state of deep turbulence. Societies are shaken by greed, injustice, and moral decay. Families are breaking, truth is ridiculed, and oppression is normalised. Yet, amid this chaos, a generation stands watchingscrolling, waiting, unsure. To that generation, the Quran calls directly: Indeed, I will place upon the earth a khalifah. [] The post O Youth of IslamRise and Lead Before Its Too Late! first appeared on .

Islam is not just a belief system, an identity, or a cultural inheritance. At its core, Islam is a verb an ongoing action. The root word S-L-M conveys surrender, submission, peace, and wholeness. Islam therefore means to actively submit to Allah, and as a result, live in peace with oneself and with creation. submission is [] The post Islam as a Verb Living Submission Every Moment first appeared on .

Recovering the Lost Essence of Our Faith Islam today is widely spoken of as a religion, a system, a civilization, or even an ideology that must compete with others. But this is not how the Quran describes Islam nor how early Muslims understood it. The renowned scholar Wilfred Cantwell Smith, in his influential works Islam [] The post Islam as a Verb Not a System first appeared on .

The claim that Islamic powers have been a global superpower for almost 85 percent of the past 1400 years is historically reasonable, depending on how we define the term superpower and when we mark the beginning of Islamic political authority. If we consider 622 CE (Hijrah) to 2025 CE as the timeline of Islamic governance, [] The post Islamic Civilization as a Global Superpower: A 1400-Year Historical Perspective first appeared on .

My friend and former Times of India journalist Vidyadhar Date recently noted on Facebook how Dalits used education to break barriers. Quietly, even those who once avoided Dr B.R. Ambedkars name have embraced his message: Educate. Agitate. Organise. That three-word mantra explains much of their rising confidence and political success. Muslims faced a different history. [] The post Is there something for Muslims to learn the Dalits? first appeared on .

Womens Right to Speak and Resist Injustice The Quran empowers both men and women to raise their voices against injustice and to be assertive in defense of their rights. A powerful example is found in Surah Al-Mujdalah (58:1), where a woman courageously brought her marital grievance before the Prophet (PBUH) Allah has indeed heard the [] The post Assertiveness Training Among Women from a Quranic Perspective Insights from Clinical Psychologist first appeared on .

The full moon of Kartik this year marked the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, celebrated on November 19. Guru Nanak stands among the great Sufi saints of India who illuminated the world with the message of peace, love, selfless service, and spiritual awakening. In an era overshadowed by religious extremism and division, [] The post Guru Nanak: The Saint Who United Hearts first appeared on .

Chronic stress silently harms the brain affecting memory, sleep, mood, and decision-making. When the mind stays stuck in fear and worry, the body remains in constant fight-or-flight mode, draining energy and peace. A stress-free brain is built through: Deep breathing to relax the nervous system Positive thoughts to shift focus from fear to [] The post BRAIN Stress-Free Brain Break the Cycle of Chronic Stress first appeared on .

Being stressed for too long doesnt just feel bad it physically affects your brain. How Stress Impacts Your Brain: Hippocampus shrinks affects memory, emotional balance, learning, and self-control. Prefrontal cortex shrinks impairs reasoning and decision-making. Amygdala becomes hyperactive heightens fear, anxiety, and irritability. Neurotransmitter imbalance disrupts emotional [] The post Chronic Stress and Your Brain first appeared on .

Pune: Four-year-old Abiha Faizan Syed from Parbhani has achieved a remarkable milestone with the publication of her first bilingual childrens book titled Benny and the Invisible Monsters. The book has been entirely written, translated, and illustrated by Abiha an impressive accomplishment, especially considering that she has not yet started school. The book was officially launched [] The post Four-Year-Old Abiha Publishes Bilingual Childrens Book first appeared on .

Indian English poetry has a rich 200-year tradition, from Henry Derozio and Toru Dutt to Tagore and Sri Aurobindo. After Independence, poets like Nissim Ezekiel, Kamala Das, A.K. Ramanujan and Jayanta Mahapatra shaped a strong modern voice addressing themes of love, society, spirituality and human struggles. However, todays contemporary Indian English poets face neglect. Media, [] The post Contemporary Indian English Poetry: A Struggle for Recognition first appeared on .

Once upon a time, education was about understanding the human being nurturing compassion, wisdom, and responsibility. Knowledge was not just data; it was the lamp that illuminated life. But today, education has been reduced to a tool for survival in a ruthless race. We have mastered swimming across oceans of information, yet we have forgotten [] The post Remember: Be Human Not a Machine first appeared on .

Sir, The article Mental Illness and Islamic Psychology by Tahsin Ahmed in the November 2025 issue of Islamic Voice is truly an eye-opener. It is a well-researched and timely piece that addresses a major concern affecting many Muslim households today. Mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, autism, anxiety, and phobias require medical attention from qualified [] The post A Timely Call for Holistic Mental Health Care first appeared on .

Language is a means of communication through which human beings convey their thoughts and emotions in both spoken and written forms. It is not merely a tool for interaction; it is a system of symbols that enables the expression of complex ideas, feelings, and concepts. Every language has its own rules governing structure and usage, [] The post Language: A Divine Blessing first appeared on .

Khata hamari bhi hai, haal-e-dil hamara bhi, Jo barbaad ho gaya hai, woh ghar hamara bhi. Debates around Muslim personal law have resurged from the Supreme Courts verdict on instant triple talaq to the ongoing review of Talaq-e-Hasan. This brings forth one essential question: Can Muslims in India honour Sharia while upholding the Constitutions supremacy? [] The post Faith, Law & Accountability: A New Way Forward for Muslim Personal Law in India first appeared on .

Across the state, a serious yet silent crisis has been unfolding in numerous Muslim educational institutions. Modern buildings, vast campuses, and well-equipped facilities stand tall but classrooms remain empty. Despite decades of community investment, many institutions are now battling for survival. Grand Infrastructure, Low Enrolment Generous donations and grants have enabled the construction of impressive [] The post The Silent Crisis: Why Muslim Educational Institutions Are Struggling Despit

Hazaribagh: A representative conference on Tahaffuz Khatme Nabuwat (Protection of the Finality of Prophethood) was organised by Jamiat Ulama Jharkhand at Mahad al-Quran, Madani Masjid, Nawada, Hazaribagh. The event was presided over by Maulana Habibur Rahman Qasmi, President of Jamiat Ulama Jharkhand. The programme saw participation from around 500 scholars, madrasa principals, imams, Jamiat officials, [] The post Asjad Madani Calls on Scholars to Uphold Protection of Finality of Prophethood fir