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Adolescent At 60

by Guest Post

Democracy would be meaningless until neglected sections of society are empowered through targeted education, economic aid, job quotas and other interventions. Fair play and better participation of all classes of Indians are essential for a just and durable order. Hopefully, our republic will mature within the current decade to eliminate hunger, illiteracy and injustice.

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Namaz At India Islamic Cultural Centre

by Kashif

India Islamic Cultural Center (IICC) takes your breath away with its beautiful dome, intricate calligraphy and delicate design. With the objective to “promote understanding among the people of different religion and help the promotion of the cause of national integration,” it has quickly become an important institution.

Flagging TimesNow

by Kashif

When there is no news what a 24/7 news channel got to do? Of course, they are going to make up the news. The role of Times Now TV channel in promoting a story without checking the facts is just irresponsible journalism.

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Haven On Earth

by Rupa Abdi

The eastern Himalayas is perhaps one of the few places in India where peaceful co-existence among different tribes and faiths continues to prevail inspite of the wave of intolerance and communalization sweeping across the rest of our country.

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We Are The New ‘Coolies’

by Ayub Khan

When I was denied to board the flight to Toronto at the Heathrow airport I was reminded of Gandhi in South Africa who was pushed off the train.

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The Message Of Jammu & Kashmir Elections

by Guest Post

These elections have thrown up an invaluable political opportunity to move towards a permanent political resolution of the Kashmir issue. It is hoped that the new coalition government in J& K – with support from New Delhi – would chart a new course towards peace, stability and prosperity.

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Madrasa Reforms And Inter-Faith Dialogue

by Yoginder Sikand

Maulana Khalid Saifullah Rehmani speaks to Yoginder Sikand on Madrasa reforms, incorporation of English and Science in Madrasa curriculum and role played be Madrasas in interfaith dialogue .

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Iqbal, Jinnah And The Lost Glory Of The Muslims Of India

by Kaleem Kawaja

Mohammad Iqbal, Mohammad Ali Jinnah and Abul Kalam Azad were three of the most influential Muslim leaders in the 20th century. A look at how their political philosophies shaped the destiny of millions of Muslims in the Indian sub-continent.

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How Secular Is India Today?

by Asghar Ali Engineer

India is called world’s greatest democracy but recent communal incidents and political indifference has put a question mark on its secular identity.

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Madrasas And Sectarian Conflict

by Yoginder Sikand

Maulana Waris Mazhari in his book argues that madrasas should focus on providing Islamic education that is free from old sectarianism.

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