Category Archives: History

Islam in India- a movie

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Kashif

Muslims in India are as diverse as India herself. Islam in India – a movie in two parts by Prashun Bhaumik.

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A picture of greatness

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Kashif

This picture arrived in my inbox few days ago. Amazing to see some of the biggest names of literature and intellectuals all in one group picture. I didn’t have the chance to find out where and when this picture was … Continue reading →

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Ramadan series: Hijrah

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Kashif

Migration or hijrah is given special importance in Islam. It is no accident that Islamic calendar begins with important migration of Muslims from Makkah to Madinah. Muslims were persecuted in their home town Makkah leaving them no choice but to … Continue reading →

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Aurangzeb in Banaras Hindu University

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Kashif

So most of the people guessed it right in our Quiz about a Mughal firman poll. Yes, indeed it was Aurangzeb who issued that firman and that too just months after becoming the Emperor of India. But the most interesting … Continue reading →

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