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Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir to be next Bangladesh President: Good or bad news for India, Sheikh Hasina?

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir to be next Bangladesh President: Good or bad news for India, Sheikh Hasina?

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Bangladesh has a new President-elect, veteran politician Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, who belongs to the ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). He defeated challenger Oli Ahmed of the opposition Jamaat-e-Islami party by 255 votes to 88 to become President. Bangladesh’s new President-elect Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir was general secretary of ruling Nationalist Party (BNP). (AFP) Alamgir’s election is unlikely to be good news for former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who is currently in exile in India and plans to return to her country in December this year. Also read | Bangladesh elects veteran politician Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as president Last month, Mohammed Shahabuddin, who took office during Hasina’s rule, resigned as Bangladesh president halfway through his term following years of political turbulence. His resignation meant that Hasina, lost a trusted ally in the establishment at home. Alamgir was a long-time secretary-general of the BNP and led the political movement against Hasina’s 15-year rule. She fled the country in August 2024 during a mass uprising over allegations of authoritarian rule and corruption in the allocation …

Saba Pataudi says mom Sharmila Tagore guided them in Islam: ‘There was no temple or Hindu religion that we practised’

Saba Pataudi says mom Sharmila Tagore guided them in Islam: ‘There was no temple or Hindu religion that we practised’

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Actor Sharmila Tagore had an interfaith marriage with former cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi and went on to have three children. Recently, their daughter Saba Pataudi has opened up about her upbringing and revealed that while her mother converted to Islam after marriage and introduced her children to the faith, she never imposed any particular belief system on them. Sharmila Tagore with her children Saif Ali Khan, Soha Ali Khan and Saba Pataudi. Saba Pataudi on Sharmila Tagore guiding them in Islam In a conversation with YouTube channel Big Bollywood Buff, Saba revealed that she practices Islam and revealed how, growing up, there was no practice of Hinduism at home, and her mother was the one who guided her and her siblings in Islam. She said, “If I were to think of a God, I would probably say Allah. That doesn’t mean that I don’t respect other religions. When Amma and Abba got married, my mother, in fact, did convert to Islam and did guide us in Islam, perhaps so that we wouldn’t be confused …

Shoriful Islam Replaces Mustafizur Rahman

Shoriful Islam Replaces Mustafizur Rahman

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2026 ZIM vs BAN 2nd ODI Playing 11: Richard Ngarava-led Zimbabwe will square off against Mehidy Hasan Miraz-led Bangladesh in the 2nd ODI match on July 09 at Harare Sports Club, Harare. Zimbabwe secured a 25-run victory in the first ODI and secured a 1-0 lead in the series. The hosts will be aiming to post a win in the second game to seal the series, while the visitors will be aiming for a win to level the series. Bangladesh won the toss and opted to bowl. Speaking at the toss, Mehidy Hasan Miraz said, “We will bowl first. In the previous match, our fast bowlers were outstanding in the first ten overs. They bowled really well and picked up a lot of wickets, so we’re looking to build on that performance.” “I think we need a good partnership at the top of the order. It was our first match here after a long time, so these things can happen. But we believe we can do much better.” Speaking on today’s Bangladesh Cricket team playing …

‘My qaum are all Indians’: Javed Akhtar claps back at troll, reiterates he is an atheist | Bollywood News

‘My qaum are all Indians’: Javed Akhtar claps back at troll, reiterates he is an atheist | Bollywood News

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3 min readMumbaiJun 21, 2026 11:30 AM IST Javed Akhtar has maintained over all these years that he is a staunch atheist. However, irrespective of several reiterations and reminders, he keeps getting trolled, particularly on X, over his perceived religion of Islam. As recent as Saturday, he hit back at another troll for bringing Islam into an exchange after he made a political remark on US President Donald Trump. Akhtar took to his X handle to slam Trump for his claim that Italian Prime Minister Girogia Meloni “begged” him for a picture together. “Trump, who is known for lying day in and day out, added one more in the never ending list of his lies,” wrote the veteran screenwriter, lyricist, and poet, adding, “First of all, why would a confident, high-profiled, popular, and empowered woman, who is the PM of a great country like Italy, that has taught so much culture, art, architecture, and good cinema to Mr Trump’s country, beg for a photo-opp with the most unpopular man in the world.” He further said …

Vijay’s co-star Jai opens up about converting to Islam; claims he faced ‘insults’ at temples | Tamil News

Vijay’s co-star Jai opens up about converting to Islam; claims he faced ‘insults’ at temples | Tamil News

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4 min readKochiMay 19, 2026 04:27 PM IST Although he was once touted as the next big thing, Jai’s career has declined sharply over the years, primarily due to the many mediocre-to-subpar movies he has starred in. Even though he is still active in films, Jai’s name rarely comes up in discussions about Tamil cinema or in lists of promising talent in the industry. After an impressive debut in director A Venkatesh’s Bagavathi (2002), where he played the younger brother to actor C Joseph Vijay, the current Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, he appeared in several notable movies such as Chennai 600028, Subramaniapuram, Vaamanan, Goa, Engaeyum Eppothum, and Raja Rani, delivering strong performances. However, he couldn’t capitalise on this success going forward. Also Read | Debuts in both Hindi, Tamil flopped, but Jyotika was embraced by South while Bollywood rejected her Jai on converting to Islam Amid the ups and downs in his career, a rumour emerged early in the last decade that Jai had started following Islam. Although he initially refuted the speculation, he …

Married at 13 to a 30-year older man, ‘Bollywood’s Masterji’ Saroj Khan converted to Islam to give her kids a father | Bollywood News

Married at 13 to a 30-year older man, ‘Bollywood’s Masterji’ Saroj Khan converted to Islam to give her kids a father | Bollywood News

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Some people are born to shine, even if life begins by testing them in unimaginable ways. That was Saroj Khan. Long before she became the woman behind iconic songs like “Ek Do Teen”, “Dola Re Dola“, and thousands of unforgettable Bollywood dance routines, Saroj Khan was simply a little girl trying to survive circumstances far bigger than her age. Born into a refugee family during one of the most turbulent periods in Indian history, Saroj’s life was never easy. She was married off at just 13, discovered years later that her marriage was never legal, converted to secure a future for her children, endured devastating personal losses, and fought every battle life threw her way—yet still rose to become one of the most celebrated choreographers in Indian cinema. And perhaps the most astonishing part of her story? Her legendary career happened by accident. Choreographer Saroj Khan. Express archive photo The little girl whose shadow changed her destiny When Saroj was just three years old, she would often stare at her shadow and move her hands …

Did Michael Jackson Convert To Islam Or Just Explore It? Reports Explained

Did Michael Jackson Convert To Islam Or Just Explore It? Reports Explained

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Jermaine Jackson & Michael Jackson (Photo Credit: Prime Video) The discussion around Michael Jackson’s faith has been around for years. Most of it connects back to what his brother, Jermaine Jackson, shared in a long interview with Al Arabiya. This was his first time speaking to an Arab news network, and he covered several topics, including Michael’s final years and his spiritual direction. Jermaine Jackson Opens Up About Michael Jackson’s Interest In Islam During a conversation, Jermaine said that Michael seemed to be moving closer to Islam, especially during his time in Bahrain in 2005. He described a shift in the people around him and how that reflected in his lifestyle. MJ portait des voiles musulman, à vécu à Barhein et au Qatar et son grand frère Jermaine est devenu muslim faudrait ptet se renseigner — SOS OUISTITI 🤖🇲🇦 (@sosouistitii) April 23, 2026 After spending time in the Gulf (Michael Jackson lived in Bahrain for a while in 2005), “Michael hired a team that was all Muslim,” Jackson told Al-Arabiya, dressed in a red Arab …

‘I converted to Islam by choice’: Chahatt Khanna slams conversion rumours and opens up about the toll of two divorces | Television News

‘I converted to Islam by choice’: Chahatt Khanna slams conversion rumours and opens up about the toll of two divorces | Television News

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Actor Chahatt Khanna, known for her role in Bade Acche Lagte Hai, has opened up about her decision to convert to Islam before her marriage and the misconceptions that followed. In a recent interview, the actress addressed the controversy around her conversion, clarified that it was her personal choice, and spoke about her beliefs. Chahatt converted to Islam before her marriage to Farhan Mirza and later returned to Hinduism. In a conversation with Subhojit Ghosh, Khanna clarified that her statements are often taken out of context, leading to misleading narratives. “My words are always misinterpreted. Even now, if I say something, one sentence will be picked and published somewhere in a different context.” ‘I converted to Islam by my own choice’ Addressing speculation around her conversion during her marriage to Farhan Mirza, the actress firmly stated that the decision was entirely hers. “I am a very secular person. I celebrate Eid just as well as I celebrate Diwali, whether it was during my marriage or otherwise. Yes, I had converted to Islam by my own …

Ismail Darbar says his youngest son participates in Hindu rituals, wife converted to Islam: ‘He puts tilak on his forehead, stands in puja’ | Bollywood News

Ismail Darbar says his youngest son participates in Hindu rituals, wife converted to Islam: ‘He puts tilak on his forehead, stands in puja’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readChennaiFeb 25, 2026 09:50 PM IST Music composer Ismail Darbar, known for his past collaborations with filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali in iconic films like Devdas and Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, recently opened up about his second marriage to wife Ayesha, who earlier went by Preeti. He spoke about how she stood by him during the toughest phase of his career and also shared insights into how his son follows both Hindu and Muslim rituals. Speaking to Subhojit Ghosh on his YouTube channel, Ismail reflected on the challenges he faced over the years and credited his wife for being his pillar of strength. He said, “20 years of my life have been very tough. But I salute Ayesha for bearing it with me. In fact, Sanjay Leela Bhansali was so close to my family that he told me that I am saved just because of my wife, and if it was not for her, I would have been finished.” Talking about his son, Imaan Ismail Darbar, the composer shared how his youngest son …

Mathura school principal, accused of attempting to convert students to Islam, suspended

Mathura school principal, accused of attempting to convert students to Islam, suspended

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A government primary school principal in Mathura has been suspended after a BJP leader accused him of attempting to convert students to Islam and preventing the recitation of the national anthem at the school, officials said on Monday. Principal denied the allegations and expressed shock at the speed of the action (File Photo) Ratan Kirti, district Basic Shiksha Adhikari (BSA), issued a suspension order on January 31 against Jaan Mohammad, the principal of a primary school in the Naujheel development block. He has been attached to a primary school in the Mant development block. A two-member committee has been constituted to conduct a detailed inquiry and submit its report within one month. The action followed a complaint filed on January 30 by Durgesh Pradhan, president of the BJP’s mandal unit, who alleged that the principal was motivating students towards Islam and allegedly prompting them to offer namaz. The complaint also alleged that the principal insulted Hindu deities and scolded students for reciting the national song during school activities. “The principal used derogatory remarks about the …