Trump assassination attempt has upended the US election race
By: Lester Munson It is tempting to draw grand conclusions from the assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump this weekend. The coarse rhetoric currently in vogue in American politics, not to mention the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, provide plenty of fodder for this kind of speculation. In reality, the shooting, while horrible, […]
Successful marriages reflect trust and respect
By: Syed Majid Gilani Marriage is a beautiful institution, divinely designed and celebrated on earth. In every religion and society, the roles of husbands and wives are well-defined. A good husband and wife relationship is built on mutual trust, respect, and understanding. This foundation is essential for a harmonious and joyful married life. A good […]
Maintaining prices through buffer stocks
By: Priyanka Saurabh Buffer stocks are reserves of essential commodities that are maintained to manage fluctuations in supply and demand. Introduced during the Fourth Five-Year Plan (1969-74) in India, they ensure food security, economic stability and price control. For example, buffer stocks of rice and wheat maintained by the Food Corporation of India ensure the […]
The Legacy of Imam Hussain(AS)
By: M Ahmad Imam Hussain (AS), also known as Hussain ibn Ali, holds a significant place in Islamic history and is revered by millions of Muslims around the world. He was the grandson of Prophet Muhammad and the son of Imam Ali, the fourth caliph of Islam. Imam Hussain’s life and martyrdom serve as a […]
The inevitable reconciliation
By: K S S Pillai With new technologies invading different spheres of human life, it has undergone vast changes. It is now impossible to imagine people without the internet, smartphones, Facebook, WhatsApp, and other inventions. The fierce objection to mechanization by trade unions and others concerned about employment has taken a back seat. Interaction among […]
‘One inch from a potential civil war’
By: Arie Perliger With an assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania on July 13, 2024, the U.S. experienced another violent episode in its increasingly polarized politics. Former President Trump, who’s about to formally become the GOP nominee for president in the 2024 election, survived the attempted assassination when, initial reports said, […]
Recruiters and job seekers are ‘ghosting’ each other
By: Connie Zheng Being “ghosted” – cut off from all communications without an explanation – isn’t a pleasant experience in any situation. So when you’re in the middle of a job hunt – and may have poured your heart and soul into application forms and interviews – it can really sting. A recent survey in […]
Muharram: The Time to Introspect
By: Syed Mustafa Ahmad In Islam, all months are sacred in their own ways. However, some are more auspicious and offer various lessons to the Ummah on various aspects. The common thread among all the months is same. All the months want something common from the followers or believers. Every year, months come and go. […]
Revisiting Ibn Arabi: A Review
By: Rayees Ahmad Kumar While today there are many Muslims, influenced by either Wahhabi or Orientalist agendas, who believe that Sufism has always led a somewhat marginal existence in Islam, the reality is that the overwhelming majority of the classical scholars were actively involved in Sufism. Ibn Arabi is one of the greatest Sufi philosophers […]
The untold stories of hardworking men
By: Aubaid Ahmed Akhoon “The strength of a man is not in his physical might, but in his unwavering spirit to face challenges and provide for those he loves.” In a world where the clamor for gender equality often highlights the challenges faced by women, it is equally crucial to shine a light on the […]