On celebrations, betting, an unhealthy practice, dargah visit and more …
June 2008
Editorial
Investing Zakah Money
Quite often we hear of proposals to invest Zakah money into business. The declared objective is to keep the principal safe and spend the profits on those who deserve the Zakah
The Qur’an
Verses from Surah Al-Nahl1 (Makkan)2
Introduction Sayyid Qutb’s passionate words might be difficult to translate, but, in keeping with the Arabic proverb, ‘What cannot be had in sum… more »
The Hadith
Truthfulness and Trustworthiness
Truthfulness and trustworthiness are virtues of foremost importance in Islam. In the words of the Prophet, peace be upon him, these are the… more »
Perspective
Our Farcical Democracy
Written sometime before the December 2007 elections in Gujarat which confirmed Narendra Modi in power yet again,
Book Review
Hizbullah – Party of God: An Islamic Movement Perspective
Hizbullah – Party of God: An Islamic Movement Perspective is an immensely readable book, a good introduction to a unique Islamic movement and a welcome counter to much
Society
Census of India: Reading between the Lines
Ever since Census of India has declared much awaited figures and findings, the communal agents have been using the lop-sided figures to advance their interests and ideology. Census of
Profile
Silverline Realty Scoops Prestigious Property Award
Two recent International awards for Silverline Realty and TransIT mPower have brought prime recognition for Muslim enterpreneurship and
