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Allahabad HC Rules Second Marriage for Muslims ‘Legal’ if

May 15, 2025, 12:44 pm

The Allahabad High Court held that a Muslim man can lawfully have more than one marriage if the same is carried out in terms of Mohammedan law. However, provisions of bigamy will operate if the earlier marriage was void or was contracted according to some other personal law like the Special Marriage Act, Hindu Marriage Act, Christian Marriage Act, Parsi Marriage Act, or Foreign Marriage Act, with a subsequent conversion to Islam prior to re-marriage.

Furkan’s Plea Against Bigamy Charges

The ruling came during the hearing of a plea by Furkan, who was arrested on charges of bigamy and rape after his wife complained that he hid his first marriage while they got married. Furkan contended that Muslim law allows four marriages, an assertion at the core of his defence.

After due proceedings, the court held that charges of bigamy and rape were not invoked in his case, holding the marriage valid. But the court also observed that the issue calls for further judicial scrutiny.

The Bench noted that according to Section 7 of the Family Court Act, family courts have the authority to determine the validity of a Muslim marriage performed under personal law. This means that such conflicts are within the domain of family courts and not of criminal courts only.

Asserting that Article 25 of the Constitution guarantees religious freedom, the court clarified that this right is not absolute.

This court would also like to note that Article 25 of the Constitution of India grants religious freedom to profess, practice and propagate. but this right is subject to public order, morality and health and other provisions of Part-III of the Constitution. Thus, religious liberty under Article 25 is not absolute and can be regulated by the State,” the court added.

Contextualising Polygamy in Islamic Law

Justice Deshwal clarified that polygamy is allowed in the Quran during exceptional historical conditions, not a general right.

“There was once a historical situation when a vast number of women were left widowed and children were orphaned in uncivilized tribal battles in Arab. The Quran provided for conditional polygamy to save orphans and their mothers from exploitation,” he added.

Conditional Nature of Polygamy in the Quran

The judge further stated that the Quran imposes strict requirements for polygamy.

“It is evident that the Quran instructs men to first take care of the orphans and only when they believe they cannot do justice to the orphans’ interests. should they contemplate marrying their widowed mothers, provided that the new family would be treated justly on par with the current one,” the court noted.

Emphasizing the abuse of polygamy, the court then concluded by appealing to the legislature to make a Uniform Civil Code, asserting that such freedom has been utilized for selfish motives in numerous cases.

Khamenei ‘Together, We Can Defeat Our Enemies’ To Muslim Nation | WATCH

October 4, 2024, 4:02 pm

In a rare address at Tehran’s Grand Mosque, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei called for unity among Muslims, asserting that if united, they could defeat all enemies with divine support. Addressing a large crowd, Khamenei stressed that, while Islamic nations may follow different paths, their enemy is singular, with “arrogant powers” seeking to sow discord among them. He also emphasized that every nation has the right to defend its homeland and interests, underscoring Iran’s firm stance amidst the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict.

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Thousands gathered in Tehran for a Friday sermon by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. This event carries great significance as it follows a recent missile attack on Israel, sparking speculation about Iran’s potential future strategies.

Footage from the event shows millions of Iranians converging at the Imam Khomeini prayer grounds to attend the Friday prayers led by Khamenei. The massive gathering highlights the unified sentiment within Iran amidst the escalating regional tensions.

UK Prime Minister Cancels Holiday Amidst Ongoing Racist Riots

August 11, 2024, 2:39 pm

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has canceled his upcoming holiday to address his government’s handling of recent racist riots targeting Muslims and migrants, according to a Downing Street source. The decision reflects the urgency of the situation as thousands of police officers remain deployed over the weekend to prevent further violence.

Increased Law Enforcement Efforts

For the fourth consecutive day on Saturday, counter-protesters significantly outnumbered anti-migration demonstrators in multiple towns and cities. The government has accelerated the processing of those arrested in connection with the riots. Since the unrest began, 741 arrests have been made, and 302 individuals have been charged, with more arrests expected in the coming months.

Crackdown on Online Hate

The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) has intensified efforts to target online offenders who have spread hate and incited violence. Chris Haward, the NPCC’s lead for serious and organized crime, emphasized that those responsible for online crimes will face consequences similar to those who physically participated in the riots. Recent actions include jailing individuals for inciting racial hatred through social media.

Community and Royal Support

The riots were triggered by false online claims that an Islamist migrant was the suspect in the murder of three young girls in Southport on July 29. King Charles has called for mutual respect and praised community groups for their efforts in countering the aggression and criminality associated with the riots.

Amendment Needed, Non-Muslim Appointments Opposed: Jamaat

August 8, 2024, 9:57 pm

Giving a mixed reaction to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, National President of All India Muslim Jamaat, Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi said on Thursday that an amendment is necessary but the appointment of non-Muslims in the Board is against the Shariat and the law.

“Waqf should be looked at from a completely Islamic point of view. Waqf board was formed to maintain the land given by the elders. In the new era, the property of the Waqf has increased by many times. An amendment is necessary. Waqf Board chairman, members, and officials were buying and selling land with the help of land mafias. Waqf board diverted from its purpose and got involved in collecting money. We support the amendment but we are against the appointment of non-Muslim members in it. We are against the appointment of a district officer,” he said.

“Appointment of non-Muslims is against the Shariat and the law. Giving the authority to the DM is also wrong. These points must be removed from the amendment,” he added further.
Earlier, Congress MLA from Bhopal Arif Masood opposed the Waqf Board Amendment Bill, 2024, saying that Waqf properties are private properties and do not belong to any individual.

Launching scathing attacks on the Centre over the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, AIMIM Chief and Hyderabad MP, Asaduddin Owaisi said that there are a lot of dangerous sections and it is not legislation but something to bulldoze Waqf and finish Muslims.
Meanwhile, targeting the Opposition over “misleading Muslims” on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, Union Minister of Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju said on Tuesday that Muslim delegations approached him alleging mafia has taken over Waqf Boards and there is a need for amendments.

He also asserted that the government has held multi-layered country-wide consultations on this bill.

The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, Waqf Act provides for the renaming of the Waqf Act, 1995, as the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development Act, 1995.

It seeks to clearly define “waqf” as waqf by any person practising Islam for at least five years and having ownership of such property and ensure that the creation of Waqf-alal-aulad does not lead to the denial of inheritance rights to women.

“Deeply Committed to Promoting Universal Respect For Freedom Of Religion”: US On Report Describing Muslims In India

May 21, 2024, 2:37 am

The US responded to a recent news report concerning the Muslim community in India, reaffirming its commitment to promoting universal respect for freedom of religion. US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller stated that they are engaging with countries worldwide, including India, on the importance of equal treatment for all religious communities.

This statement came after The New York Times published an article titled “Strangers in Their Own Land: Being Muslim in Modi’s India,” which alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has eroded the secular framework of India. The report claimed that Muslim families face anguish and isolation as they navigate an environment increasingly questioning their identity.

A report by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) noted a 43.15% increase in the share of the Muslim population in India from 1950 to 2015. Conversely, the share of the Hindu population decreased by 7.82% during the same period.

Prime Minister Modi highlighted this report, refuting the narrative of minority suppression in India. He emphasized that perceptions suggesting minority suppression are unfounded and urged a shift away from such narratives.

The Ministry of External Affairs dismissed a report by the US Commission on International Religious Freedom, labeling it biased and politically motivated. The Ministry emphasized India’s diverse, pluralistic, and democratic ethos, asserting that the USCIRF’s allegations were unfounded.

“Religion Cannot Be Base of providing Reservation”: PM Modi

May 7, 2024, 2:10 am

The dispute over reservations for Muslims is escalating as the Lok Sabha elections draw near, with the BJP expressing opposition to religion-based quotas. Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that reservations should not be determined by religion, citing its contradiction with the Constitution.

He emphasized that all economically disadvantaged individuals, including Hindus, Christians, and Parsis, should benefit from reservations, not solely Muslims. PM Modi underscored the historical injustice endured by Dalits and Tribals, leading to the inclusion of reservations in the Constitution. He elucidated that the framers of the Constitution rejected religious-based reservations due to potential long-term societal repercussions.

Assuring equitable benefits, PM Modi pledged that Muslims would receive equal advantages from government schemes if his party secures victory. He reiterated his unwavering commitment to completing all governmental initiatives, ensuring the inclusion of every community and religion, aligning with his promise of social justice and secularism.

Furthermore, PM Modi stressed that his government’s manifesto would prioritize pending tasks, such as the Ram Mandir and Article 370, while guaranteeing the fulfilment of ongoing schemes for the welfare of all citizens without discrimination. This comprehensive approach aims to address historical injustices, uphold constitutional values, and foster an inclusive society where every individual, regardless of their background, has equal opportunities for advancement and prosperity.

Activist condemns Pak FM Zardari’s inaction on mass killing of teachers

May 5, 2023, 4:58 pm

A rights activist has slammed Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, who is in Goa to attend the SCO Foreign Ministers’ meeting, over the killing of seven school teachers in separate incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region on Thursday.

Condemning Zardari over the mass killing of Shia teachers in Pakistan, Shujaat Ali Quadri, Chairman of the Muslim Students Organisation in India, asked why his governemnt and the security agencies could not protect the minority community in Pakistan. “Seven Shia teachers were killed in #Parachinar Pakistan yesterday. Mr. @BBhuttoZardari Why your government and your security agencies have failed to protect the minority community in Pakistan,” Quadri tweeted.

Seven teachers of the same school were killed in two separate incidents in Upper Kurram Tehsil of Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Geo News reported.According to local police, unidentified gunmen shot the teachers in the staffroom of Government High School Tari Mangal, as per news report. All the teachers were present in the building and were carrying out their exam duties at the time of the incident. The authorities have imposed emergency in all the hospitals in the region.

In another incident in the Parachinar region of Upper Kurram, a teacher was killed while he was travelling in a car on Shalozan Road. The incident took the total number of teachers killed in a day to eight. According to the police, the teacher, Mohammad Sharif, who was killed inside the car, belonged to the same school.

After the incident, the ongoing matriculation exams, which began on April 28, were postponed until further notice. The police have launched a search for the killers. However, the police have not been able to track the killers so far, Geo News reported.
Pakistan President Arif Alvi condemned the killing of teachers and expressed grief over the two incidents, Geo News reported.

SC adjourns hearing of plea challenging k’taka govt scrapping 4 pc OBC reservation

April 25, 2023, 2:55 pm

The Supreme Court on Tuesday adjourned till May 9, the hearing on a plea challenging the Karnataka Government’s decision to scrap four per cent OBC reservation for Muslims and the State Government assured the top court that assurance given earlier not to implement the notification will be continued till the next date of hearing.

The assurance was given by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta to a bench of justices KM Joseph and BV Nagarathna, which adjourned the matter for further hearing on April 9. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta assured the SC that the state government will not make admissions or appointments on the basis of a government order and sought adjournment.

Karnataka’s Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai led government, recently, scrapped the reservation of four per cent given to Muslims.The Karnataka government last month scrapped the four per cent OBC reservation for Muslims and distributed it to the two dominant communities, Veerashaiva-Lingayats and Vokkaligas.

The government also decided to move OBC Muslims to the 10 per cent Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category.It also decided to move OBC Muslims to the 10 per cent Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category.Meanwhile, the Assembly election in Karnataka is scheduled to be held on May 10 and the counting of votes will take place on May 13.

Gyanvapi mosque case: HC asks petitioners to approach SC on carbon dating

December 1, 2022, 11:37 am

In the Gyanvapi mosque case, the Allahabad high court on Wednesday instructed Hindu and Muslim petitioners to approach the Supreme Court to ascertain if it had barred any scientific analysis, including carbon dating, of a building discovered inside the mosque grounds on May 16.

The Varanasi court ruling that denied the petition for carbon dating and scientific evaluation of the structure was being challenged by Laxmi Devi and three other parties in a civil revision case that was being heard by the court.

The Hindu side claims that the structure is a ‘shivling’, the Muslims say it’s part of a fountain.

Varanasi district judge A K Vishvesh turned down the plea on October 14, citing Supreme Court directives for its safe keeping.

The lawyer for the Muslim side said during the hearing on Wednesday that the Supreme Court had prohibited any investigation in its order from May 17. The lawyer for the Hindu side opposed to this.

Later, both lawyers requested time to ask the Supreme Court for clarification. They were able to get the clarification thanks to the bench.

There are now seven cases in various courts that are connected to the Gyanvapi mosque and its premises.

BJP leader gives hate speech in Bihar, calls Muslim populated area “Bangladesh”

November 30, 2022, 3:35 pm

Union minister Giriraj Singh on Tuesday asserted that Bihar was experiencing a rapid increase in religious dialogues and emphasised the necessity for a strict anti-conversion law. The BJP leader claimed that the Nitish Kumar-led Mahagathbandhan government was “just concerned about its Muslim vote bank.”

“I wonder who will think of Hindus in Bihar where the ruling Mahagathbandhan is concerned only with its own Muslim vote bank and turning a blind eye to proselytisations which are taking place at a great speed,” Singh told reporters.

“The situation in Seemanchal region (bordering Nepal and West Bengal) has become so serious that a visit to those districts makes one wonder if one has entered Bangladesh,” he alleged.

In addition, the minister of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Department asserted that Christian missionaries were converting people to Christianity in other areas, including his home district of Begusarai. Singh emphasised that the only way to stop the “flood of conversion” brought on by coercion or temptation is through legislation.

Giriraj Singh, a vocal advocate of anti-conversion laws, claimed on Tuesday claimed that “terrorism in the form of love jihad” was a ploy “to finish Sanatan dharma.

“Terrorism has taken a new shape in the form of love jihad…it is a ploy to finish ‘sanatan dharma’ in India. The followers have to unite and foil this conspiracy,” he said at a programme held in Mohammadabad in UP’s Ghazipur to commemorate the death anniversary of former MLA Krishnanand Rai.

“In China, 10 children are born every minute, while in India, 31 babies are born per minute. Due to this, development could not take place at a rapid speed so far,” he said.

Marriage in Muslims is not excluded from POCSO Act: Kerala HC

November 20, 2022, 4:46 pm

According to a ruling by the Kerala High Court, a marriage between Muslims under personal law is not exempt from the scope of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses (POCSO) Act.

In addition, the court decided that POCSO Act offences would apply regardless of whether the marriage was valid or not if one of the parties was a juvenile.

The Single Bench of Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas further observed, “The POCSO Act is a special statute enacted specifically for the protection of children from sexual offences. Sexual exploitation of every nature against a child is treated as an offence. Marriage is not excluded from the sweep of the statute.”

“The POCSO Act is a special enactment. The advances and progress achieved in societal thinking have resulted in the enactment. This special statute was enacted based on principles arising out of jurisprudence relating to child abuse. The child abuse jurisprudence evolved out of the need to protect the vulnerable, the gullible and the innocent child. The legislative intent to protect the child from sexual predators hovering over them under different labels, including that of marriage, is explicitly evident from the statutory provisions,” he further observed.

The court further mentioned that underage marriages have historically been seen as a breach of human rights.

“A child marriage compromises the growth of the child to her full potential. It is the bane of society. The legislative intent reflected through the POCSO Act is to prohibit physical relationships with a child, even under the cover of marriage. This is the intent of society, too, for a statute is, as is often said, the expression or reflection of the will of the people. In the accomplishment of the said intent, the POCSO Act has defined the word ‘child’ in section 2(d) as ‘any person below the age of 18 years,” the court observed.

“Personal laws and customary laws are both laws. Section 42A intends to override such laws also. Therefore it cannot be gainsaid that after the coming into force of the POCSO Act, penetrative sexual intercourse with a child, even if it is under the guise of marriage, is an offence,” the court added.

A Muslim man, 31, who is accused of kidnapping and raping a minor girl, had filed for bail. The court denied his plea. According to the personal laws that applied to them, he claimed that he had legally wed the girl in March 2021.

Owaisi’s dig on PM Modi in Karnataka: ‘Muslims don’t have significance…’

October 23, 2022, 3:14 pm

Asaduddin Owaisi, the leader of AIMIM and a member of parliament from Hyderabad, spoke to a crowd in Humnabad, Karnataka, and congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for drastically altering the political climate of the nation over the past eight years to the point where even secular parties no longer bring up Muslim issues.

Muslims don’t have any significance in Indian politics now,” the Hyderabad MP said taking on the Congress and the JDS. Muslims have become the ATM machines for the political parties that only seek votes from the community. “But you must think whether you want political parties with you or Allah…Nobody is with you,” Owaisi said.

Nobody speaks on the issue of Muslim atrocities. Muslims have become invisible. I congratulate Prime Minister Narendra Modi that you changed India’s politics so much that now secular parties don’t raise Muslim issues,” Owaisi said.

“Are you getting anything from these parties? If you think I am wrong, then you become a leader and I will work for you. But remember what answers will you give to Bilkis Bano. Is she not your daughter whose rapists are released by the BJP and the secular parties are sitting silent,” Owaisi said.

This is Ambedkar’s land. We have freed the land with our blood and sweat. Muslims sacrificed their lives the most and at that time there was no RSS, no BJP. They all came later and became heroes while those who sacrificed their blood became zero. Those who came after 1925 did not bring freedom,” the AIMIM leader said.

Owaisi attacks RSS chief on targeting Muslims, fueling communal polarisation

October 9, 2022, 11:37 am

Asaduddin Owaisi, the leader of AIMIM and a member of parliament from Hyderabad, stated that RSS chairman Mohan Bhagwat is concerned about India’s population but will never speak on the ‘truth’ that Muslims use condoms the most.

“The Muslim population is not at all increasing. Why are you concerned for no reason? The Muslim population is declining,” Owaisi responed to Mohan Bhagwat’s Dusshera speech in which he targeted Muslim community in the name of community-based imbalance.” At his Dasshera speech, Bhagwat said that alongside the differences in birth rate, conversions by force lure or greed and infiltration are also big reasons.

“Please don’t take tension. The Muslim population is on the decline. The gap between two children is called spacing. Do you know who is maintaining that the most? The Muslims. Who is using condoms the most? We are doing. But Mogan Bhagwat won’t speak on this. I am giving facts. The population is not increasing, Mohan Bhagwat Saab. Please stick to data while sticking,” Owaisi said.

We should examine what transpired in China as we attempt to regulate the population. That nation adopted a one-child policy, and as a result, it is ageing.“With 57 crore youth population in India, we will remain a young nation for next 30 years,” Bhagwat said. “However, what will happen to India after 50 years? Will we have enough food to feed the population?” he added.

The chief minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan, responded angrily to Mohan Bhagwat’s remark about population control, claiming that the remarks were intended to inflame communal polarisation.”RSS Chief’s statement that there is a religion-based imbalance in India’s population is baseless and aimed at fueling communal polarisation in the country. Secular and democratic forces must expose this vicious move and stand firm against communal bigotry,” he said.

Owaisi also slammed Mohan Bhagwat’s remark, tweeting that there shouldn’t be any imbalance since Hindus and Muslims have the same “DNA.”

“If Hindus & Muslims have “same DNA” then where’s the imbalance? There’s no need for population control as we’ve already achieved replacement rate. The worry is an ageing population & unemployed youth who cannot support elderly. Muslims have sharpest decline in fertility rate,” Owaisi tweeted.

“For Mohan, it is Annual Day of Dog Whistles and Hate Speech. Fear-mongering over ‘population imbalance’ has resulted in genocide, ethnic cleansing & hate crimes across the world. Kosovo was created after a genocide of Albanian Muslims by Serbian nationalists,” he tweeted earlier.

Barelvi Muslims call for a ban on Popular Front of India (PFI)

September 24, 2022, 1:07 pm

The Barelvi Ulema has demanded that the Popular Front of India (PFI) be banned for its alleged terror-related activities, which have resulted in nationwide raids by the NIA, ED, and state police on premises linked to its leaders. The president of the All India Muslim Jamaat, Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi, issued a recorded statement in which he stated that the raids have demonstrated that the Islamist fundamentalist organisation has been “involved in communal riots in various states across the country.”

“That’s why, I urge all Sunni, Sufi, and Barelvi Muslims to not keep any relation with this organisation,” he said.

The Barelvi sect of Uttar Pradesh’s Bareilly demanded that such organisations be banned immediately in order to protect the country’s unity and integrity. Maulana Barelvi also backed the government’s efforts to tighten the noose around terrorist activities in India.

“It is critical to prohibit such organisations,” he said, adding that the Indian government’s actions have his “complete support.”

Following simultaneous raids on the PFI-SDPI network in 15 states, the NIA arrested scores of PFI leaders. A total of 106 people were held in a massive exercise with coordination between the NIA, 86 platoons of paramilitary forces, intelligence agencies, and the state police.

The raids came after a meeting with concerned law enforcement and security officials, presided over by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, to review the evidence gathered and plan the next steps. As calls for a blanket ban grow, the government is likely to take a firm stance on the outfit’s status.

The PFI may call itself a socio-religious organisation, but the Islamist organization’s overarching goal is the same as that of the Islamic State: to establish an Islamic Caliphate in India. The PFI has meticulously spread all over India from Kerala with funds from West Asian countries where the Muslim Brotherhood is a dominant force, such as Qatar, Kuwait, and Turkey, with a cadre of banned Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) at its core.