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Muslim families plan to leave Sangli village, protest at High Court after attack by Hindu group | Pune News

Muslim families plan to leave Sangli village, protest at High Court after attack by Hindu group | Pune News

On June 7, Muslims families from Aarla village in Sangli District, Maharashtra, packed up their belongings and made their way to the Kolhapur Bench of the Bombay High Court. They planned to sit outside the court to protest an alleged lack of police action after an attack by a mob associated with the radical Hindu organisation Shri Shivpratishthan Hindustan on their family members in April. Their march to the Bombay High Court bench was stopped by authorities who promised action within eight days. However, the family alleged that written assurances given by the police have not been met as yet, and plan to march to the High Court again. The attack The Dange family was attacked after a petty dispute at their chicken shop in Aarla village on April 28. A group of men from the neighbouring village of Padali had come to a spot near Aarla for a party. They bought chicken from Hussain Dange’s shop and also requested a pot, lid, and ladle to cook the food. While returning the vessels, the ladle …

Imtiaz Ali was ‘jokingly’ asked how he got admission in Hindu College as a Muslim | Bollywood News

Imtiaz Ali was ‘jokingly’ asked how he got admission in Hindu College as a Muslim | Bollywood News

A massive controversy rocked Bollywood earlier this year after Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman alleged that he had been receiving less work from Hindi cinema over the past eight years and opined that the reason could be “communal.” While many, including industry insiders, were quick to audit and dismiss what Rahman shared from his personal experience, only a few pondered whether his statement carried weight. During a recent interview, renowned filmmaker Imtiaz Ali opened up about the communal dynamics in Bollywood and whether he has had any similar experiences. Attesting that he has never faced any discrimination on the grounds of his religion, even in the industry, Imtiaz further maintained that he isn’t the representative of any community. Must Read | Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga chronicles a country in danger of forgetting itself During the conversation, the director, an alumnus of Hindu College in New Delhi, recalled a time he faced ragging as a student when a senior asked him how he, as a Muslim, secured admission at a college with “Hindu” in its name. …

‘Shouldn’t be punished for helping Muslim’: AAP leader backs ‘Mohammad’ Deepak, offers ₹50,000 help to keep gym afloat

‘Shouldn’t be punished for helping Muslim’: AAP leader backs ‘Mohammad’ Deepak, offers ₹50,000 help to keep gym afloat

Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh has come out in support of ‘Mohammad’ Deepak, an Uttarakhand gym owner who says he is struggling to keep his business running following a high-profile incident in Kotdwar earlier this year. Deepak Kumar alias Mohammad Deepak is allegedly facing financial hardships. (PTI) Deepak Kumar came to national attention after intervening in a dispute involving an elderly Muslim shopkeeper and a group linked to the Hindu nationalist group, Bajrang Dal. Now, the gym owner says mounting financial pressure, including four months of unpaid rent, may force him to sell equipment and leave the city. “No person should be punished for helping an elderly Muslim for the sake of humanity,” Singh wrote on X. “Deepak’s gym is on the verge of closing today. Help Deepak, I have assisted him with 50 thousand from my salary. You too extend a helping hand; good people’s morale should remain high.” What started the issue On January 26, alleged members of Bajrang Dal objected to the name of a garment shop, ‘Baba School Garments,’ run …

‘Special exam for students who skip paper on Eid’: DU tells court after Muslim student’s plea

‘Special exam for students who skip paper on Eid’: DU tells court after Muslim student’s plea

The Delhi University on Tuesday informed the Delhi High Court that it would conduct a special examination after July 4 for students belonging to the minority community who wish to observe Eid al-Adha on May 28 and choose not to appear for the examination scheduled by the law faculty on that date. Delhi University offers alternative exam date for students celebrating Eid. (File Photo) The submission was made by the varsity’s lawyer Mohinder Rupal before a bench of Justice Jasmeet Singh, in a petition filed by a 4th semester Muslim student of the Faculty of Law against the university’s May 25 notification to conduct examinations on May 28. Eid exams will be held after July 4 Advocate Rupal added that those students who wish to give the exam later can communicate this to the law faculty’s dean. Taking the statement on record, the court disposed of a petition. “Mr Rupal on instructions state that those students belonging to minority community or those who wish to particpate in the [Eid al-Adha] on May 28, 2026 may …

What Hindu and Muslim Sides Argued in MP HC

What Hindu and Muslim Sides Argued in MP HC

The Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Mosque complex in Madhya Pradesh’s Dhar has long been the subject of competing claims, with Hindu and Muslim groups asserting religious rights over the medieval structure. Last year, the Madhya Pradesh High Court ordered a (ASI) survey by the Archeological Survey of India to examine the nature and historical features of the site. Hindus regard the ASI-protected complex as a temple dedicated to Goddess Vagdevi (Saraswati), while Muslims consider it the site of the Kamal Maula mosque. Under an arrangement made in 2003, Hindus perform puja at the complex on Tuesdays while Muslims offer namaz on Fridays. On Friday, the High Court concluded that the religious character of the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Mosque complex was that of a temple of Goddess Vagdevi Saraswati. Here’s a look at what both sides argued in court. The Muslim side’s argument The lawyers representing petitioners from the Muslim side had cast doubts over the fairness of the ASI report, the defects in the ASI survey, and the lack of evidence over the destruction of a Saraswati …

Pooja Bedi quit films to marry into ‘conservative’ Muslim family: ‘Happy in divorce, in marriage’ | Bollywood News

Pooja Bedi quit films to marry into ‘conservative’ Muslim family: ‘Happy in divorce, in marriage’ | Bollywood News

4 min readNew DelhiMay 14, 2026 05:12 PM IST Pooja Bedi had a strong start in the movies when she made her debut in Aamir Khan-starrer Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar. However, shortly afterwards, Pooja quit her career in the movies as she decided to marry Farhan Furniturewala. In a recent chat with Suhasini Maniratnam, Pooja shared that they decided to get divorced 12 years after their marriage but are best friends till date. Pooja Bedi ‘married a Muslim man’ Pooja shared with Jos Alukkas’ YouTube channel, that she “married a Muslim man” but back then, in 1994, “there wasn’t that much of an uproar as it is today.” “This sentiment of Muslim and Hindu which is so sad because when I was growing up, it was actually true democracy and truly secular in so many ways,” she said. Pooja described her former in-laws as “conventional” and said that if she claimed her identity while living with them, it would have made them uncomfortable so she decided to quit movies. So despite the Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar, …

Kishwer Merchant’s religious Muslim father accepted her husband Suyyash warmly: ‘Son is Hanuman Ji’s fan’ | Bollywood News

Kishwer Merchant’s religious Muslim father accepted her husband Suyyash warmly: ‘Son is Hanuman Ji’s fan’ | Bollywood News

3 min readMumbaiMay 12, 2026 03:46 PM IST Kishwer Merchant, known for her roles in popular TV shows like Hip Hip Hurray, Ek Hasina Thi, Itna Karo Na Mujhe Pyaar, and, moreover, for her appearance on the reality show Bigg Boss, often finds her personal life under scrutiny on social media, largely due to her interfaith marriage. ‘My son is a big fan of Hanuman Ji’ In a recent conversation with Shaardulogy, she opened up about the apprehension she felt before marrying actor Suyyash Rai. She said, “Initially, I thought it would be a little tough because my dad is someone who prays five times a day, but he accepted Suyyash very nicely. We didn’t have a Muslim wedding or a Hindu wedding, we had a registrar wedding because we felt that, either way, some relatives might be offended.” Kishwer also spoke about the multicultural upbringing she is giving her son, Nirvair. She shared, “He is a big fan of Hanuman Ji, Shiv Ji, and all of them. He even talks to my father and …

Muslim population in India may match that of Indonesia after Census: Kiren Rijiju

Muslim population in India may match that of Indonesia after Census: Kiren Rijiju

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju during a National Seminar on ‘Parsis in Modern India: Navigating Cultural and Socio-Economic Pathways’ at Yashwantrao Chavan Centre, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, on May 9, 2026. | Photo Credit: PTI Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday (May 9, 2026) said that the Muslim population in India is likely to be nearly the same as that of Indonesia after the Census. “The Muslim population in the country is likely to be nearly on par with Indonesia’s population. Once the Census (data) is out, it will be the likely outcome,” the Union Minister for Minority Affairs told reporters after a programme in Mumbai. As the last Census was conducted in 2011 and the decennial exercise could not be conducted in 2021, the population would have grown, he said. “Whatever the numbers of whichever (community) are, all are Indians,” Mr. Rijiju added. Highlighting concerns over the declining population of the Parsi community, he stated that their numbers stand at around 52,000 to 55,000 in the country. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju (centre), BJP leader George Kurien …

Muslim population in India may match Indonesia after Census, says Kiren Rijiju

Muslim population in India may match Indonesia after Census, says Kiren Rijiju

Union minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday said that the Muslim population in India is likely to be nearly the same as that of Indonesia after the Census. Kiren Rijiju said that the Muslim population in India is likely to be nearly the same as that of Indonesia soon. (PTI) “The Muslim population in the country is likely to be nearly on par with Indonesia’s population. Once the Census (data) is out, it will be the likely outcome,” the Union minister for minority affairs told reporters after a programme here. As the last Census was conducted in 2011 and the decennial exercise could not be conducted in 2021, the population would have grown, he said. “Whatever the numbers of whichever (community) are, all are Indians,” Rijiju added. Highlighting concerns over the declining population of the Parsi community, he stated that their numbers stand at around 52,000 to 55,000 in the country. The Parsis are the smallest minority community in India and the government is working to protect them and ensure their numbers do not shrink further, …

Muslim candidates dominate Congress wins in Assembly polls

Muslim candidates dominate Congress wins in Assembly polls

Most of the Congress candidates who won in the recent Assembly elections were Muslism, sources analysing the poll results said. In Assam, 18 out of 19 MLAs that Congress has won are Muslims. In Kerala as many as 30 MLAs are from the Congress-led UDF alliance. Eight Congress MLAs are Muslims The grand old party won two seats in West Bengal — both of whom are Muslims from Muslim-dominated seats. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link