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Dharma Files | The delicate nature of different religions
Every major religious tradition of the world, in some aspect of it, represents a very delicate balance it has achieved, which is among its greatest achievements but, at the same time, may represent its greatest vulnerability
Atrocities against Hindus continue in Pakistan as over 40 cases reported in first two months of 2023
There were six cases of abduction, forced conversion and marriage reported in local media in the month of January, while five such cases took place in February
'Every Muslim woman must be considered chaste,' rules Pakistani court
'Chastity is a quality held by someone pure, modest or celibate. A virgin is an example of chastity. Faithful married couples are examples of chastity,' the Federal Shariat Court in Pakistan states
Explained: Why people fast for Ramzan, Lent and other holy days
Fasting across religions is practiced for a wide range of reasons that include spiritual purification and self-discipline. Here is a quick look at fasting as an act of faith
'Hope for Peace': Ramzan begins for Muslims around the world
The first daily fast of the Islamic holy month of Ramzan began on Thursday. During the coming four weeks, hundreds of millions of Muslims will abstain from food and water from dawn to dusk, before gathering with family and friends for nighttime meals
Taliban bans Nowruz festival in Afghanistan
Taliban’s Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice in an announcement said the group’s regulators have told people “Islam prohibits the celebration of Nowruz”
Afghanistan: OIC to send Islamic scholars to Kabul, will discuss women’s rights with Taliban
OIC Secretary General Hissein Brahim Taha told the media that the OIC will continue to raise the issue of right to education and work for Afghan females with the Taliban. The team of Islamic scholars being sent to Afghanistan by the OIC will hold a dialogue with the Taliban rulers of Kabul
Dharma Files | Analysing Brexit in context of Islamic jurisprudence and Western democratic tradition
Islamic jurisprudence conceptualised the possibility of a difference arising between the Ijma of the community and its representatives, and reflected on the prospect of a divergence between the two, while Western democratic tradition paid it scant attention
Over which Quran do Islamists wage war? Scholars talk of many versions
Written after the Prophet’s death, the Quran is a reconstruction of memories. Some of the original narrative — words that exited Mohammed’s mouth — may have been overridden subsequently by a Caliph’s ego.
Allah responsible for progress, prosperity of Pakistan, says minister Isaac Dar
Isaac Dar said that he has full faith in the progress of Pakistan as it is the only country to be created in the name of Islam
Muslim nations call for human rights in Afghanistan as Taliban enforces Islamic Sharia laws
The leaders of the Taliban have insisted that the harsh policies they have implemented in Afghanistan since capturing Kabul in August 2021 are based on Islamic laws
Why Muslim rulers and ulema didn’t confront the caste issue
Muslim rulers and ulema couldn’t have confronted the caste inequality since Islam as a religion of equality is as much a new narrative as it being a religion of peace. Historically it’s been about supremacy and conquest
US: 'Muslims Love Jesus' billboards pop up around Texas, other cities
One such billboard was seen prominently placed on a busy highway in Houston as well, attracting the attention of thousands of drivers with the message "Muslims love Jesus" accompanied by "his message of one God and his prophethood"
Over 200 killed in 37 jihadi attacks worldwide since New Year
Out of the 37 attacks, Pakistan witnessed the most (7), killing at least 14 people. These incidents were reported in Bannu, Pahar Khel, Paharkhel Thall, Lakki Marwat, Dera Ismail Khan, Punjab and Jarra
Iran: Three more sentenced to death over Mahsa Amini protests, toll reaches 17
The Islamic republic has been rocked by civil unrest since the September 16 death in custody of Mahsa Amini following her arrest for allegedly violating Iran's strict dress code for women
Morocco boosts defence ties with India, buys TATA-made military trucks
Morocco's decision to buy TATA-made military trucks and strengthen its relations with India may come as a shock for Pakistan, which had hailed the Arab country's victory over global football powerhouse Portugal during the recent FIFA World Cup as a 'victory of Islam'
Watch: Taliban warns Pakistan, threatens jihad till 'freedom' is achieved
In a video that has gone viral on social media platforms, Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) commander Omar Shahid has threatened to launch a religious war against the Pakistan government
WATCH: Afghan women stage street protest against university ban
The ban announced earlier this week is the latest restriction on women's rights in Afghanistan ordered by the Taliban since their return to power in August last year
Taslima Nasrin writes: Why Muslims must reform themselves first before seeking to transform Islam
My guileless mother used to read the same Quran that the murderers at ISIS read. My mother used to forgive, while ISIS only kills. The time has come to turn Islam into a religion of peace
How FIFA World Cup host Qatar is seeking to change mindset on Islam
Qatar has taken advantage of the FIFA World Cup to reach out to the hundreds of thousands of visiting fans to change their minds about Islam or even make conversions. The campaign is being pursued across Qatar offering booklets in different languages, explaining Islam and the Prophet Muhammad