Identity Display On Kanwar Yatra Route:Audacity Of The UP Police Is More Worrying Than The Order Itself
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28
July 2024
There is an economic aspect to such orders as well.
Eateries, restaurants, roadside vendors, hotels, etc make good money through
the Kanwar yatra period. (Express file photo)
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India
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Muslim Residents Of Mewat Fear Gaurakshaks Even More Following Their Call To
Apply For Gun Licenses
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Police Arrest Two Over 'Anti-Muslim' Posts On FB In Kolar District
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Will seal border in terror-hit Jammu 'inch by inch': DGP
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Army loses 12th soldier in July as Pakistan’s BAT attack post along LoC in
J&K
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ministers
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Iran ranks first among Islamic nations for publications in water science and
technology
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Senior Iranian cleric meets scholars of Islamic centers in Istanbul
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Israeli airstrikes target Hezbollah in Lebanon after deadly rocket attack
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Iran envoy to Beirut: Islamic Republic backs regional peace, stability
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Govt Renews Talks Offer To PTI Amidst Tensions
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Ahmadiyya community member slain in Lalamusa
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PTI rebuffs Punjab speaker’s claim on Opposition leader’s status
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Identity
display of businesses on Kanwar yatra route: Audacity of the UP police is more
worrying than the order itself
by
Shah Alam Khan
July
28, 2024
There
is an economic aspect to such orders as well. Eateries, restaurants, roadside
vendors, hotels, etc make good money through the Kanwar yatra period. (Express
file photo)
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In
an order on July 17, the Muzaffarnagar Police asked owners of restaurants,
shops, street-side eateries and food vendors on the Kanwar yatra route to
display their names along their businesses. Senior police officials of the
district have explained the order as a precautionary measure during the ongoing
Kanwar yatra in the state. The order was subsequently been extended to the
districts of Saharanpur and Shamli and similar orders were passed in
Uttarakhand (Haridwar) and Madhya Pradesh (Ujjain). On July 22, the Supreme
Court stayed the enforcement of all such directions, and noted that there was
no government order empowering the police to give directions in this case.
The
police’s directions should be seen in a context: Many businesses along the
Kanwar yatra route in UP are owned by Muslims. A large number of Muslims also
work in these eateries and restaurants. There is, then, bigotry ingrained in
such a direction.
Modern
democracies work on the trinity of justice, fraternity and liberty. In the last
10 years in India, this trinity has been bruised on several occasions. The
police orders in question is just one such. The whataboutery around the action,
particularly by those defending this is equally baffling. It needs closer
examination from a broader social perspective.
To
display one’s identity (forcing this violates the right to privacy) – whether
in business or otherwise – depending on the person’s social context, is a
double-edged sword. It can, on the one hand, put him/her in danger of loss of
life, property or business. Or, it can propel a person on the ladder of
success. It is no secret that a privileged caste identity, wealthy attire and
good spoken English can most doors in India. Imagine the opposite. With a surge
in religious intolerance in the last decade, the display of religious identity
can be dangerous, particularly for citizens from minority communities.
The
audacity of the UP police order in a secular republic is more worrying than the
order itself. If the state can allow its administrative machinery to violate
the fundamental rights of a section of its citizenry, it can do so on a much
broader scale in the future. Asking members of a particular community to
publicly identify themselves has a disturbing history.
There
is an economic aspect to such orders as well. Eateries, restaurants, roadside
vendors, hotels, etc make good money through the Kanwar yatra period. Forcing
the vendors and owners to disclose their identity appears to be an attempt to
undermine some businesses while propping up others. In a country reeling under
unemployment, such moves are shameful at many levels.
People
defending the order, especially on social media, have invoked the bogey of the
“halal meat ecosystem”. The argument is that if meat sold in the market can be
marked as “halal”, then why should a direction demanding the display of owners’
and vendors’ identities be seen as discriminatory? The poor logic of this
argument rests on the fact that halal meat is exclusively consumed and marketed
by Muslims. That isn’t so.
The
sale and supply of halal meat are determined by market forces not only in India
but across the world. It follows a simple supply-demand equilibrium. With 200
million Muslims in the country, the market for halal meat is bound to attract
everyone. Most big halal-meat businesses in India are owned by non-Muslims. The
UP police order is thus not comparable to the so-called “halal meat ecosystem”.
To
the casual observer, it may well seem that the order(s) in question is an
attempt to promote a divisive agenda in the wake of the ruling party’s setback
in UP in the general elections. There is an echo of otherness in the orders
that can lead to the fraying of the social fabric of the Republic. What is
certain is that such discriminatory measures should violate our sense of public
morality.
Fortunately,
India’s Constitution enshrines a wide and deep notion of the right to life and
personal liberty, something the Supreme Court has recognised in the past and
hopefully, will do so in this case as well. History has also shown that
interfering too deeply in the lives of citizens is a political and governmental
strategy that has short-lived gains. The democratic citizens of this country
have an uncanny ability to restrict regimes that overstep their authority.
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Makkah
Forum To Focus On Countering Extremism, Fanaticism, Terrorism And Dangers Of
Hate Speech
ARAB
NEWS
July
27, 2024
Saudi
Islamic Minister Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Asheikh. (SPA)
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RIYADH:
Under the patronage of King Salman, the Ministry of Islamic Affairs will host
the ninth conference of ministers of Awqaf and Islamic affairs on Aug. 3.
In
addition to ministers of Awqaf and Islamic affairs, the conference will also be
attended by muftis and heads of Islamic councils and associations from more
than 60 countries.
The
three-day conference will address the role of the ministries in promoting
Islamic principles and consolidating the values of moderation.
In
10 working sessions, participants are scheduled to discuss the role of a
renewed concept of religious address; how to confront extremism, fanaticism,
and terrorism; and the need to immunize society against the dangers of hate
speech and extremism.
They
will also discuss how to spread the values of tolerance and coexistence; how to
combat Islamophobia; the role of awqaf in increasing gross domestic product;
and the role of endowment funds in development and investment.
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Palestinian
Boxer Wears Shirt Depicting Bombed Children In Gaza At Paris Olympics
Jul
28, 2024
"This
shirt represents the children who are martyred and die under the rubble,"
said Palestinian boxer Waseem Abu Sal. Abu Sal, who is the first Palestinian
boxer to ever compete at the Olympics, made a statement during the opening
ceremony of the Paris Olympics by wearing a shirt depicting children being
bombed.
The
embroidered images on his white shirt showed warplanes dropping missiles over
children playing sports. Abu Sal explained that the shirt represents the
current situation in Palestine, where children are being killed and left alone
without basic necessities. "This shirt represents the current picture in
Palestine," news agency AFP quoted Waseem Abu as saying.
"The
children who are martyred and die under the rubble, children whose parents are
martyred and are left alone without food or water."Abu Sal was one of two
flag-bearers for the Palestinian delegation during the rain-soaked river parade
along the Seine on Friday.
Athletes
of Team Palestine wave flags on the athletes' parade team boat along
the River Seine during the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
According
to figures from the Hamas-run health ministry, at least 39,258 people,
primarily women and children, have lost their lives in Gaza since the start of
Israel's military campaign, which was launched in response to an attack by
Hamas militants on October 7.
Jibril
Rajoub, president of the Palestine Olympic Committee, said that they had
consulted with the local organizing committee of the Paris Olympics to ensure
that Abu Sal's shirt did not violate Olympic regulations. "It's a message
of peace. It's a message to attract attention," he said. "This is
anti-war, against killing. This abides with the Olympic Charter." "We
presented it, they approved it," he added.
The
International Olympic Committee (IOC) has strict rules regarding political
statements during sports events and opening and closing ceremonies. However,
athletes are allowed to express themselves freely in press conferences and on
social media. The Palestine Olympic Committee had previously written to the IOC
requesting a ban on Israeli athletes at the Paris Olympics, which was rejected.
Rajoub
called on IOC president Thomas Bach to take action and impose sanctions against
those who violate the Olympic Charter. He criticized the double standard
policies and argued that failing to sanction Israel is part of Europe's legacy
and their crimes, referring to the Holocaust during World War II.
Abu
Sal, a 20-year-old boxer who received a wildcard for the Olympics, lives in the
West Bank and faces challenges in training with his Cairo-based coach, a Gazan
who is unable to travel to him due to Israeli restrictions.
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Turkmenistan
Accepts Chargé d’Affaires of Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan
2024-07-27
KABUL(BNA)
– The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Turkmenistan has
officially accepted Fazl Mohammad Sabir as the chargé d’affaires for the
Embassy of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.
Abdul
Qahar Balkhi, the spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated on his
X page that Rashid Meredov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, formally accepted Fazl Mohammad
Sabir in this role.
During
the ceremony, Rashid Meredov highlighted that Turkmenistan and Afghanistan have
major projects planned, emphasizing that enhancing diplomatic relations is
essential.
He
expressed hope that through joint diplomatic efforts, the practical work on the
TAPI gas pipeline, TAP power project, and the Torghundi-Herat railway line will
commence.
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Madani
Society: Muslims Advised To Avoid Seeking Advice From ‘Bomoh’ (Medicine Man)
27
Jul 2024
Minister
in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Mohd Na’im Mokhtar
said Muslims should place all their hopes and dependence on Allah SWT. —
Bernama pic
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KUALA
LUMPUR, July 27 — Muslims are advised to avoid seeking advice and placing hope
in bomoh (medicine man), as it may affect their faith.
Minister
in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk MohdNa’im Mokhtar
said Muslims should place all their hopes and dependence on Allah SWT.
“We
aim to create a Madani society where Muslims place all their hopes and
dependence on Allah SWT, without needing intermediaries for seeking help. Allah
is the only one to turn to in times of hardship.
“Avoid
seeking advice and placing hope in bomoh, as it can lead to issues of faith and
may cause one to fall into acts of syirik (polytheism),” he said after
launching the Program Santuni Madani: Mini KarnivalKampungAngkat Madani at
Sultan Sulaiman Club, KampungBaru here today.
MohdNa’im
was commenting on the issue of bomoh allegedly being the cause of a bullying
case that led to the death of a UniversitiPertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM)
student, Zulfarhan Osman Zulkarnain, seven years ago.
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India
Muslim
residents of Mewat fear gaurakshaks even more following their call to apply for
gun licenses
July
27, 2024
ALISHA
DUTTA
In
the Mewat region, traversing the Mumbai-Delhi highway, Muslim residents have
feared reaching the villages dotting the border of Haryana and Rajasthan. Their
fears, however, rose manifold after local gaurakshaks or ‘cow vigilante’
leaders gave a call to their associates to apply for gun licences.
The
call to apply for gun licences in bulk appeared on multiple WhatsApp groups of
cow vigilantes across the region after Daya Ram, a resident of Mewat’sBisaru
village, was allegedly attacked by cattle smugglers in the night.
The
Muslim community has allegedly lost several young and middle-aged men to
attacks by gaurakshaks in the region, spiking fears. In Rajasthan’s Ghatmeeka
village that borders Haryana, Mohammed Ali, 27, and along with this two
brothers, has quit dairy farming altogether. “Since Junaid and Nasir’s death
last year, we have quit our family business of dairy farming and we started
working as drivers,” he said sombrely.
While
many in several villages of Mewat appear to have followed Mr. Ali’s footsteps
by moving to other professions, some have continued to navigate risky paths in
dairy farming.
Md.
Abdul (name changed to maintain anonymity), a resident of of Nuh, said that in
his village and several other villages, the part of their homes that housed
cattle now has only buffaloes. “Earlier, we used to keep both buffaloes and cow
for dairy farming, but now, who will risk bringing a cow from anywhere?” Mr.
Abdul said.
The
57-year-old man and his two sons had briefly stopped cattle rearing after the
lynching in 2017 of Pehlu Khan, who was transporting cows to Nuh from Alwar
district. A resident of the same village, Mr. Abdul felt more afraid for his
sons, since they would go to animal fairs in Rajasthan to legally buy cows and
buffaloes for their dairy farming business.
“For
months, I did not allow my two sons to go to the fair to make purchases, and
made ends meet with great difficulty by practising the trade in and around our
village. However, as our means dried up, we started to buy buffaloes from
neighbouring villages and continued our trade,” Mr. Abdul said.
This
was expensive, he said. “If a buffalo costs close to ₹90,000 in Rajasthan’s
pashumela (cattle fair), it costs close to ₹1.5 lacs when brought from
Haryana,” Mr. Abdul said.
While,
cow vigilantes allegedly frequent the Delhi-Mumbai highway and various routes
from Rajasthan to Haryana to harass Muslim men, some residents of Mewat have
found a different route to protect themselves and their trade even when they are
not carrying cattle.
Hamid
Khan, a resident of Nuh, said that while the gaurakshaks were after Muslim men,
they had no qualms in letting Hindu men pass with vehicles full of cattle,
which had allowed many like him to buy cattle.
“The
Hindu men selling animals in pashumelas in Rajasthan were incurring great
losses with the increased attacks of gaurakshaks on Muslim men, so they
proposed that we pay an additional cost for them to deliver the cows and
buffaloes to our villages, straight from the fairs,” Mr. Khan said.
For
the 32-year-old and many like him, paying an additional cost of up to ₹5,000 to
Hindu men to transport cattle legally purchased from cattle fairs in
Rajasthan’s Nangar helps them continue their trade while trying to protect
themselves.
Standing
next to Mr. Khan, his brother Parvez Khan asked why the cow vigilantes armed
with firearms and sticks did not run after their Hindu brethren when the latter
transported cattle, and lynched innocent Muslims even when they did not.
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Police
arrest two over 'anti-Muslim' posts on FB in Kolar district
28
July 2024
KGF
(Kolar district), dhns: The Robertsonpet police, on Friday night, arrested two
people, including a BJP leader, on charges of posting objectionable content on
Facebook about the Muslim community. ADVERTISEMENT Naveen Jain, a local BJP
leader, and ...
The
duo had shared a cartoon that criticised the Muslim community on the issue of
paying taxes on their FB accounts.
Enraged members of the community, in their hundreds, assembled in front
of the police station and demanded that the two suspects sho...
Deputy
superintendent of police Panduranga arrived at the spot and held talks with
leaders of the community.
The
police swung into action arrested the duo. They shared the information with the
protestors and appealed to all to maintain peace.
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Will
seal border in terror-hit Jammu 'inch by inch': DGP
Jul
28, 2024
NEW
DELHI: The international border along J&K's Jammu division, which in recent
months has turned into a hub of terrorist activity perpetrated by foreign
terrorists who have set up bases in the mountains after crossing over from
Pakistan/PoK, will be "sealed inch-by-inch", J&K DGP R R Swain
has told TOI.
He
added, J&K Police have identified the stretches vulnerable to infiltration,
including areas prone to the laying of cross-border underground tunnels, and
are strategically stepping up their presence there.
Speaking
exclusively to TOI, Swain, who will be visiting the border villages of Jammu in
the days ahead to assess and plug the policing gaps as well as build a connect
with the locals, shared that arms, equipment and training of village defence
groups (VDGs) in the region are being upgraded to semi-automatic weapons from
the outdated .303 rifles and night vision devices procured for their use. VDGs,
who act as first responders to terrorist attacks in their village, have been
reconstituted to comprise younger men who are being trained at the nearest
facilities of Army, central forces or the J&K Police, he added.
"The
enemy has a distinct advantage of cost of engagement in terms of having to
deploy just five terrorists to terrorise and unsettle 500 persons. The intent
of the enemy is not in our control... Those across the border have openly
declared that Jammu will be activated (as the new terror flashpoint)... I would
rather concentrate on arranging and strategising things on my side as per my
resources, be it law, people, legal power, hard power or soft power," said
the DGP.
Stating
that the Army is back to stationing its men in Jammu's mountain tops after a
gap of 12 years, he said the idea is to engage the terrorists in the heights
while also retaining the surprise element. "Obviously there will be losses
as we fight terrorists who are here to kill or die. However, we must derive
comfort from the fact that the terrorists' focus shifted to Jammu following the
defeat in Kashmir. Besides, we have ensured zero terror recruitment from Jammu
over the past 2.5 years. The information flow is there but we could not convert
the information into immediate action due to the difficult terrain. It will
take time as
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Army
loses 12th soldier in July as Pakistan’s BAT attack post along LoC in J&K
Jul
28, 2024
SRINAGAR:
Rifleman Mohit Rathour was killed and a Major along with three other soldiers
were wounded in an unprovoked attack by Pakistan’s Border Action Team (BAT) on
an Indian forward post early Saturday during an operation against a group of
terrorists attempting to cross the LoC at Kamkari in Machhal sector of north
Kashmir’s Kupwara district. In the counterfire from the Indian side, a
Pakistani intruder was killed.
This
attack raises the military toll in terrorist violence in J&K to 12 this
month. Earlier fatalities included Naik (Gunner) Dilwar Khan near the LoC in
Kupwara on July 24 and Lance Naik Subhash Chander in Poonch district on July
23. On July 15, a Captain and three soldiers from 10 Rashtriya Rifles died in
Doda district, and five soldiers from 22 Garhwal Rifles were killed in an
ambush on a two-truck patrol in Kathua district on July 8.
BAT,
composed of Pakistani military personnel and terrorists, frequently provides
cover fire for intruders attempting to cross the heavily guarded LoC, according
to official sources.
In
the latest assault, two to three Pakistani personnel exploited poor weather and
low visibility to cross the LoC and attack the Army post with grenades and
gunfire from close range. The ensuing gunfight lasted for hours, critically
wounding two soldiers, one of whom later died at a military hospital in
Srinagar. The second wounded soldier is reported to be in
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Arab World
Saudi
Arabia to host meeting in preparation for ninth conference of Islamic ministers
July
27, 2024
MAKKAH
— Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, the
Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawa, and Guidance will hold the Executive Council
meeting on August 3, 2024, in preparation for the ninth conference of ministers
of awqaf and Islamic affairs in Islamic countries.
The
conference will bring together ministers of awqaf and Islamic affairs, muftis,
and heads of Islamic councils and associations from over 60 countries.
Participants
will engage in 10 working sessions to discuss various topics, including the
role of a renewed concept of religious address in promoting moderation,
strategies to confront extremism, fanaticism, and terrorism, and the necessity
of protecting society from hate speech and extremism.
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AI
model will help doctors with radiology diagnoses
ARAB
NEWS
July
28, 2024
RIYADH:
A new artificial intelligence model introduced by the Center of Excellence for
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at the Saudi Data and Artificial
Intelligence Authority and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
will help doctors make radiology diagnoses quickly and accurately.
Dr
Ahmed Alsinan, the center’s AI advisor and head of the scientific team at
SDAIA, said the MiniGPT-Med was capable of tasks such as generating medical
reports, answering visual medical questions, describing, locating and
identifying diseases, and documenting medical descriptions based on supplied
images.
The
versatile model has been trained on a range of images, including X-rays, CT
scans and is tailored for medical applications.
Dr.
Alsinan said the MiniGPT-Med had been developed collaboratively by AI
specialists from both SDAIA and KAUST. The model exhibits advanced performance
in generating medical reports, with 19% higher efficiency than previous models.
It serves as a general interface for radiology diagnosis, enhancing diagnostic
efficiency across various medical imaging applications.
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Indonesia’s
angklung concert captivates international audience in Riyadh
RAHAF
JAMBI
July
27, 2024
RIYADH:
The Embassy of Indonesia in Riyadh hosted “The Magic of Angklung” concert on
Friday at the Cultural Palace in the Diplomatic Quarter.
The
event featured a mesmerizing performance by the MuhibahAngklung team from
Bandung, Indonesia, attracting more than 600 spectators from various countries
including Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Egypt, Syria, Pakistan, India, Vietnam,
Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, and Portugal.
The
angklung, which is a traditional Indonesian musical instrument made from
bamboo, was recognized by the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural
Organization in 2010 as a masterpiece of the oral and intangible heritage of
humanity.
SugiriSuparwan,
the deputy Indonesian ambassador in Riyadh, told Arab News: “It was a pleasure
to have you at today’s cultural event.
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Saudi
authorities arrest 21,103 illegals in one week
ARAB
NEWS
July
27, 2024
RIYADH:
Saudi authorities arrested 21,103 people in one week for breaching residency,
work and border security regulations, the Saudi Press Agency reported on
Saturday.
According
to an official report, a total of 12,997 people were arrested for violations of
residency laws, while 5,657 were held over illegal border crossing attempts,
and a further 2,449 for labor-related issues.
The
report showed that among the 1,785 people arrested for trying to enter the
Kingdom illegally, 56 percent were Ethiopian, 43 percent Yemeni, and 1 percent
were of other nationalities.
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Mideast
Iran:
Shutdown of Islamic Center Hamburg ‘political and Islamophobic’ move
Jul
27, 2024
The
Iranian diplomat made the comment during a phone conversation with German
Foreign Minister AnnalenaBaerbock on Saturday, three days after German police
raided 53 properties of the Islamic Center Hamburg in several cities under the
pretext that they support extremism and Lebanon’s Hezbollah Resistance
Movement.
BagheriKani
condemned the raids, saying that they were unlawful and violated human rights.
“The
shutdown of the Islamic Center Hamburg in Germany was a political and
Islamophobic move that serves the interests of the Zionist regime, and the
German government should accept the consequences”, the Iranian diplomat
added.
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Iran
ranks first among Islamic nations for publications in water science and
technology
July
27, 2024
Based
on the data released by the Web of Science database, in many fields of water
technology, including multi-stage flash distillation, multi-effect
distillation, steam compression distillation, reverse osmosis or reverse
permeability, and membrane distillation, the country has taken first place
among the leading Islamic countries, IRNA quoted Ahmad Fazelzadeh as saying.
In
terms of the number of scientific documents published in the Web of Science,
the United States and China have been ranked first and second, he added.
In
2022, Iran was ranked the fourth top country in the world in water technology,
Mohammad Hemmat, an official with the Vice Presidency for Science and
Technology, has said.
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Senior
Iranian cleric meets scholars of Islamic centers in Istanbul
Jul
27, 2024
During
his visit to Turkiye on Saturday, Ayatollah Arafi engaged in discussions with
cultural scholars and activists from Islamic centers in Istanbul.
He
underscored the importance of persisting in religious activities and avoiding
any cessation, highlighting that presenting Islamic knowledge in a manner that
is rational, scientific, and meets societal needs is essential.
He
also emphasized the significance of ethics, spirituality, and self-purification
in religious endeavors, advocating for the dissemination and growth of
significant Islamic works across different societies.
Ayatollah
Arafi affirmed unwavering support for the oppressed people of Palestine,
declaring such solidarity as a Muslim obligation worldwide.
Islamic
scholars at the meeting shared their opinions on various issues concerning the
Islamic world and the region.
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Israeli
airstrikes target Hezbollah in Lebanon after deadly rocket attack
Jul
28, 2024
In
a significant escalation of violence, Israeli aircraft conducted a series of
airstrikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon overnight, following a deadly
rocket attack that claimed the lives of 12 people, including children, at a
soccer pitch. The Israeli military confirmed the strikes on Sunday,
highlighting a rapid and forceful response to the lethal assault.
The
Israeli Air Force (IAF) targeted multiple locations deep inside Lebanese
territory and in southern Lebanon, hitting what it described as Hezbollah
terror targets. The strikes focused on areas known for harboring weapons caches
and terrorist infrastructure, including Chabriha, Borj El Chmali, Beqaa,
Kfarkela, Rab El Thalathine, Khiam, and TayrHarfa.
"Overnight,
the IAF struck a series of Hezbollah terror targets both deep inside Lebanese
territory and in southern Lebanon, including weapons caches and terrorist
infrastructure in the areas of Chabriha, Borj El Chmali, and Beqaa, Kfarkela,
Rab El Thalathine, Khiam, and TayrHarfa," the Israeli military stated.
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Iran
envoy to Beirut: Islamic Republic backs regional peace, stability
Jul
28, 2024
Amani
made the comment on Saturday night as tensions mount between Israel and Lebanon
over a rocket explosion in the occupied Golan Heights that left a dozen
Israelis dead.
The
Iranian ambassador said that his country neither expects a war nor does it seek
conflict. But at the same time, he stressed, the Islamic Republic is not afraid
of war, and enemies should realize how Iran would respond thanks to the power
it has and the support it gives to the resistance front.
On
Saturday, a rocket exploded in a football pitch near Majdal Shams town in the
Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. Israeli media said 12 people were killed and 40
others injured as a result.
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South Asia
Islamic
Emirate and Uzbekistan Officials Convene to Tackle Amu Darya River Erosion
2024-07-27
KABUL(BNA)
– A high-level meeting focused on reinforcing the banks of the Amu Darya River
was held between delegations from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and
Uzbekistan in Balkh province.
The
meeting, hosted by the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and chaired by Mawlawi
Ataullah Omari, Acting Minister of Agriculture, and ShavkatKhamraev, Minister
of Water Resources of Uzbekistan, took place in Hairatan, Balkh province. The
discussions focused on the impacts of climate change on water reduction and
explored strategies to reinforce and prevent further erosion of the Amu Darya
riverbanks.
The
Islamic Emirate delegation included Mohammad Yousuf Wafa, Governor of Balkh;
Abdul Haq Hamkar, Deputy Minister of Interior; Mujib Rahman Umar, Deputy
Minister of Energy and Water; Ibrahim Hikmat, Head of the Economic Commission;
and representatives from the Ministry of Defense and Administrative Affairs.
The Uzbek delegation included IsmatullaIrgashev, Special Representative of the
President of Uzbekistan for Afghanistan, and other relevant officials.
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Pakistan
extends registration cards for Afghanistan refugees amid rising deportations
Navya
Singh
JULY
27, 2024
The
Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation of Afghanistan announced on Thursday the
extension of Proof of Registration (PoR) cards for Afghan refugees in Pakistan
for another year. This decision, communicated by the Office of Afghan Immigrant
Affairs in Islamabad, extends the validity of PoR cards from June 1, 2024, to
June 30, 2025.
Despite
assurances that documented refugees will not be targeted, many PoR cardholders
report experiencing harassment and the fear of deportation. The PoR card is a
critical identity document for Afghan refugees, granting them legal status in
Pakistan. Its extension offers some respite, allowing refugees continued access
to essential services such as healthcare, education and banking facilities.
UN
High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi welcomed the extension,
emphasizing the need for sustainable solutions and support for both Afghan
refugees and their host communities. During his recent visit to Pakistan,
Grandi called for a reset of the aid model, advocating for new partnerships and
innovative approaches to address displacement concerns. He stated, “We need to
seize this opportunity to accelerate solutions, and have a bigger, broader
vision for the Afghan people in Pakistan.”
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Bangladesh
to end nationwide mobile internet shutdown
Jul
28, 2024
Bangladesh
telecommunications minister Zunaid Ahmed Palak said that country's mobile
internet will be restored later on Sunday, more than a week after a nationwide
blackout imposed to contain deadly unrest.
Palak
told reporters the network would be restored at 3:00 pm (0900 GMT), following
the restoration of fixed line broadband connections on Tuesday.
Meanwhile,
a student organization in Bangladesh, Students Against Discrimination,
announced that they will start protest again unless several of their leaders
are released from custody on Sunday.The recent violence resulted in at least
205 fatalities, according to data compiled by news agency AFP from police and
hospital sources.
Despite
the ongoing nationwide curfew and the presence of army patrols, which have been
in place for over a week, police have arrested thousands of protesters,
including at least six student leaders.
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West
Bengal: BSF foils infiltration bid along Indo-Bangladesh border in Nadia
By:
Sheenu Sharma
July
28, 2024
The
Border Security Force (BSF) has foiled an infiltration attempt along the
Indo-Bangladesh Border (IBB) in West Bengal's Nadia district. AK Arya, DIG and
spokesperson, BSF, South Bengal Frontier, said that the incident took place on
Saturday (July 27) at around 2.40 am under the jurisdiction of the Ranghat
Border Outpost.
"A
jawan of the 68 Bn BSF spotted activity across the Kodalia river that forms a
natural boundary between the two countries. About 8-10 Bangladeshis were
entering India through a banana plantation. When the jawan challenged them and
ordered them to retreat, they rushed forward in a bid to attack him with
sharp-edged weapons. The jawan first hurled a stun grenade but this wasn't
enough to deter the group. He then fired two rounds at them. The intruders then
fled back towards Bangladesh, taking advantage of the darkness and the dense
foliage," the DIG said.
"BSF
jawans were also targeted by Bangladeshi criminals at several outposts in the
North 24-Parganas, Murshidabad and Malda districts. At some locations, jawans
have had to use stun grenades and pump action guns," Arya added.
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Bangladesh:
Quota Reform Coordinators Announce Fresh Programme From Secret Location
28-07-2024
In
Bangladesh, Protesting students for quota reform in government jobs on Saturday
has announced their next course of action programme.
RifatRashed,
Abdul Hannan Masud and MahinSarker, 3 coordinators of the anti-discrimination
student movement, held the briefing from a secret location in the background of
three of their fellow leaders of the movement having been picked up and taken
into custody by police from hospital on Thursday.
After
the briefing it was learned that two more leaders had been picked up on
Saturday, reports private news agency United News of Bangladesh (UNB).
Their
demands include enactment of a law in the parliament through forming a
commission in regards to quota reform, and warned of a street movement tougher
than ‘complete shutdown’.
Their
other demands are return of those who disappeared and release of arrested
protesters with withdrawal of false cases; and removal of those, from minister
to constable, involved in the violences.
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Southeast Asia
PAS
info chief says can’t rule out split with Gerakan over vernacular schools
funding issue
By
Malay Mail
28
Jul 2024
KUALA
LUMPUR, July 28 — PAS information chief Ahmad FadhliShaari expressed
disappointment with Gerakan’s stance on donations from breweries to schools,
raising doubts about their cooperation in the 16th General Election.
The
Pasir Mas MP also did not rule out the possibility that both parties would end
their cooperation if Gerakan maintains its current stance. Both are components
in Perikatan Nasional.
“Gerakan’s
official stance on the issue related to donations to schools is very
disappointing,” Ahmad Fadhli wrote in a Facebook statement.
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Russia
welcomes Malaysia’s bid to join Brics, says Lavrov
28
Jul 2024
KUALA
LUMPUR, July 28 — Russia welcomes Malaysia’s interest in Brics and will help
promote this interest, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said today.
“Malaysia
has expressed interest in strengthening contacts with Brics. We actively
support this interest and, as the chair, will help promote this interest,” the
minister said during a press conference following his visit to Malaysia,
according to Sputnik news.
Earlier,
Lavrov had called on Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in Putrajaya where
they discussed about Malaysia’s desire to join the Brics organisation.
Bernama
reported Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that Malaysia has sent an
application to Russia to join the Brics intergovernmental organisation.
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Umno’s
GE14 defeat should guide future success, says Onn Hafiz
By
Malay Mail
28
Jul 2024
KUALA
LUMPUR, July 28 — The defeat of Umno in the 2018 general election (GE14) should
serve as a lesson and inspiration to rise again, Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said
today.
According
to Malay national daily SinarHarian, the Johor Umno liaison committee chairman
said all parties within Umno must learn from the defeat.
“At
the time, Umno seemed to have lost its dignity, and representatives of this
respected Malay party were insulted and criticised.
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PM
Anwar and Russia’s Lavrov discuss Malaysia’s Brics bid, bilateral ties and
Palestine recognition
By
Malay Mail
28
Jul 2024
KUALA
LUMPUR, July 28 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim received Russian
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at Seri Perdana in Putrajaya during the latter’s
two-day official visit to Malaysia.
In
a post on Facebook, Anwar said their discussions primarily centred on
Malaysia’s recent application for membership in the Brics alliance, which
Russia currently chairs.
“This
potential membership holds substantial promise for both nations and underscores
our commitment to fostering robust international collaboration,” he wrote in
his post.
“We
also explored avenues to enhance bilateral cooperation, with a particular focus
on strengthening ties in key areas such as investment and trade, science and
technology, agriculture, defense and military, education, and tourism and
culture.
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Asean
still an important block at global level, says foreign minister
28
Jul 2024
VIENTIANE,
July 28 — The presence of world powers at the 57th Asean Foreign Ministers’
Meeting (AMM) and Related Meetings in Laos, clearly shows that Asean is still
an important bloc at the international level.
Foreign
Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said the presence of Asean dialogue and
non-dialogue partners proves the importance of Asean in shaping the current
global geopolitical landscape.
“The
presence of Asean Dialogue Partner countries and other external partners at
this Asean conference is a manifestation of Asean’s ability as a ‘convening
power’, capable of bringing world and regional powers to the negotiating table.
“Asean
is a very important block that can shape world politics and determine the
direction of the world,” he told the Malaysian media after the 57th AMM ended
this Saturday.
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Pakistan
Govt
renews talks offer to PTI amidst tensions
Kalbe
Ali
July
28, 2024
ISLAMABAD:
Three days after a key minister in Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s cabinet
declared that the government had decided, in principle, to place a ban on the
PTI, another minister on Saturday renewed talks offer to the opposition party
to reduce political tensions and resolve economic issues being faced by the
country.
Speaking
at a presser, Federal Minister for Petroleum Dr Musadik Malik advised the PTI
to come and sit together to help the government bring the country out of the
current difficult situation but in the same breath he dubbed the PTI leadership
“anti-state” allegedly for orchestrating the May 9 violent incidents.
The
petroleum minister’s renewed offer for talks, however, met with a strong rebuke
as PTI chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan accused the minister of having “double
standards”, stating that on one hand, the police and the law enforcement
agencies were targeting and arresting the opposition members and on the other
hand, the government was offering them dialogue.
Talking
to Geo News on July 23, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar had stated that
the government had decided, in principle, to place a ban on the PTI, but was
waiting for a broader consensus among ruling allies to impose the ban.
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Four
terrorists killed in Tank operation, says ISPR
July
28, 2024
PESHAWAR:
Security forces killed four militants in a joint intelligence-based operation
(IBO) in Tank district on Saturday, the military’s media wing said.
The
Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement that the operation
was launched based on reports of militant presence in the area. An intense
exchange of fire ensued between security forces and the militants, resulting
in the deaths of four militants.
“After
intense fire exchange, four terrorists were killed,” the ISPR said, adding
that weapons and ammunition were recovered from the deceased militants, who
were involved in numerous attacks against security forces, as well as
abductions and targeted killings of civilians.
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Ahmadiyya
community member slain in Lalamusa
Waseem
Ashraf Butt
July
28, 2024
GUJRAT:
A dispenser belonging to the minority Ahmadiyya community was shot dead by two
motorcyclists at a dental clinic in Alipur village near Lalamusa City on
Saturday.
Police
said Zakaur Rehman was present in his clinic along the GT Road when two gunmen
arrived there and one of them entered the clinic and opened fire at him. The
assailants fled the scene immediately after the crime.
A
team of Lalamusa Saddar police reached the spot and shifted the body to the
Kharian Tehsil Headquarters Hospital for a post-mortem examination.
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‘Outsiders’
outnumber local workers at Jamaat-i-Islami Liaquat Bagh sit-in
Aamir
Yasin
July
28, 2024
RAWALPINDI:
A significant number of participants present at the Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) sit-in
at Liaquat Bagh have come from central and southern districts of Punjab and
parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and many of them have vowed to resist the increase
in power tariffs and heavy taxes imposed by the government in the federal
budget.
As
the protest entered its second day, Murree Road remained closed to traffic from
Marrir Chowk to Committee Chowk, with containers placed on the artery that
passes through the heart of the garrison city. As a result, business activities
in the area were affected.
About
3,000 people, mostly workers, were present at the protest site in the morning,
with the JI leadership conspicuous by its absence. Though the party had
installed tents in the park for the protesters, the participants chose to
occupy the road to register their protest.
Speaking
to Dawn, Mohammad Anwar, a resident of Okara, said he had come to Rawalpindi to
protest inflation which was unbearable for the masses. According to Mr Anwar,
the JI supporters are divided into smaller groups of five to seven people and
most of them have brought a few pairs of clothes. He, however, said they did
not need sleeping bags because of the hot and humid weather.
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14
injured as Baloch Yakjehti Committee convoy comes under fire in Mastung
Saleem
Shahid
July
28, 2024
QUETTA:
Fourteen people were injured when supporters of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee
(BYC), who were on their way to Gwadar to attend a rally on Sunday (today),
came under fire in Mastung on Saturday.
While
the BYC accused security forces of opening fire at their convoy, the deputy
commissioner of Kalat in a press note stated that participants of the BYC march
attacked a Levies checkpoint near Mastung.
BYC
leader Bebarg Baloch alleged that personnel of “a law enforcement agency opened
fire on our supporters” in Mastung when they were heading towards the
Quetta-Karachi highway.
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PTI
rebuffs Punjab speaker’s claim on Opposition leader’s status
Mansoor
Malik
July
28, 2024
LAHORE:
The PTI on Saturday rejected Punjab Assembly Speaker Malik Muhammad Ahmad
Khan’s assertion that the opposition leader’s office has become vacant in light
of the Supreme Court’s reserved seats verdict and challenged him to formally
denotify the current opposition leader.
At
a press conference on Friday, Speaker Khan declared that Malik Ahmed Khan
Bhachar was appointed as the opposition leader with the backing of the Sunni
Ittehad Council (SIC). However, the speaker has not yet issued an official
denotification.
The
speaker notified MrBhachar as opposition leader on March 22. The notification
stated: “Pursuant to the provisions of Rule 23A of the Rules of Procedure of
the Provincial Assembly of the Punjab 1997, I, Malik Muhammad Ahmad Khan,
Speaker Provincial Assembly of Punjab, hereby declare Mr Ahmad Khan, MPA
(PP-87, Mianwali) as Leader of Opposition in the provincial assembly of Punjab
with immediate effect.”
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Africa
Nigerian
President Bola TinubuTo Islamic Leaders: I Have No Cabal, Sponsors To
Compensate
By
DanlamiNmodu
July
27, 2024077
President
Bola Tinubu has allayed fears of manipulation by any interest group in the
ongoing economic reforms, saying his campaign was self-sponsored, without
strings, or indebtedness to any individual or institution.
According
to a statement signed by AjuriNgelale, Special Adviser to the President (Media
& Publicity), Tinubu, who received a delegation of Islamic leaders led by
Sheikh Bala Lau, at the State House on Thursday, said his victory at the polls
was purely by divine intervention, careful planning, and diligence in getting
support from Nigerians.
“I
have no cabal. I have no sponsors. The money I spent on the elections was my
personal fortune. At some point, the odds were against me; banks were locked.
But Allah, the Almighty God, said I will be the President. Mine is to now
follow the leading and teaching of the Almighty God.
“What
should be uppermost in our minds is the future of our children. We have a lot
to teach them on what it takes to be a good citizen and what it takes to be a
responsible citizen,’’ the President stated.
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Boko
Haram invades Jakana Police Station in Borno, kills two, sets vehicles ablaze
July
28, 2024
By
NdahiMarama,
The
terrorist’s also set ablaze two patrol vehicles belonging to the police and
members of Civilian Joint Task Force and a motorcycle, even as some arms and
ammunitions were carted away by the rampaging insurgents.
Sources
confirmed to our Correspondent in Maiduguri that the terrorists stormed the
Police Station at about 1am, where they engaged the security agencies for about
three hours, overwhelmed them, and fled at about 3am.
The
Executive Chairman of Konduga Council Area, Hon. Abbas Ali Abari in a telephone
call with our Correspondent confirmed the incident, but insisted that he did
not have details of casualties at press time, even though, he said, “Yes I
received a distress call that Boko Haram Terrorists attacked Jakana Police
station last night. I am speaking with the Divisional Police Officer, and
whenever I get the details I will furnish you.” The Chairman said.
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125
Boko Haram Insurgents Convicted in Nigeria’s Mass Trial
July
28, 2024
Nigerian
courts have convicted 125 Boko Haram militants and financiers for various
terrorism-related offenses in a recent mass trial, Reuters reported yesterday
citing the country’s attorney-general’s office.
This
insurgency, ongoing since 2009, has resulted in thousands of deaths and
millions displaced in northeastern Nigeria, creating a severe humanitarian
crisis, the article mentioned.
The
spokesperson, KamarudeenOgundele, noted that the convictions included charges
of terrorism, financing terrorism, and providing material support.
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Manifestations…..Streams
Live Healing Services With Pastor Chris Oyakhilome
By
DanlamiNmodu
July
28, 2024
The
11th edition of the Healing Streams Live Healing Services with Pastor Chris
Oyakhilome commenced in spectacular fashion yesterday at Loveworld City,
Nigeria. The event radiated the healing power of God, manifesting stupendous
miracles and significant blessings for millions connected worldwide.
From
bustling cities to tranquil villages across the globe, billions of people
gathered in millions of healing centers to witness the extraordinary
sovereignty of God’s Word and His healing power, underscored by miraculous
signs and wonders. In keeping with tradition, the program was broadcast in every
known language and dialect, ensuring that everyone could access the liberating
Word of God in the language of their hearts.
The
event opened with an uplifting worship session led by the Loveworld Singers,
uniting attendees from diverse backgrounds in praise to God, the Almighty
Father. Pastor Deola Phillips, Director of the Healing School and organizer of
the program, delivered an eloquent welcome address that set the tone for the
miracles that unfolded throughout the day.
“God’s
Word brings faith, and through His Words, amazing blessings come to life. The
Healing Streams is about the Word coming to you. The Word is coming to you
through the songs, the testimonies, and ministrations. When you receive the
Word, act on it. Do everything that is coming to you from here. Once you do,
the same atmosphere of miracles will be present right where you are. You will
have an experience that will transform your life. No more sickness or death.
Everything is turned around as you participate. Congratulations! You are next
in line for a miracle,” Pastor Deola Phillips declared passionately.
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Forum
of Nigerian Commissioners of Local Government Picks Kano Deputy Governor as
Chairman
By
Chimezie Godfrey
July
28, 2024036
The
Forum of Nigerian Commissioners of Local Government has announced the
appointment of Kano State Deputy Governor, Comr. AminuAbdussalamGwarzo as its
new interim Chairman.
The
decision was made during the forum’s maiden meeting held in Abuja on Saturday,
where commissioners from across the country gathered to discuss and strategize
on key issues affecting local governments in Nigeria.
Comr.
Gwarzo, who currently serves as the Commissioner for Local Government and
Chieftaincy Affairs in Kano State, will brings his wealth of experience and a track record of
excellence in local government to his new role.
Ibrahim
stated that the appointment is seen as a significant step towards strengthening
local government administration and promoting collaboration among commissioners
nationwide.
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North America
Miami
imam's sermon sparks debate over school vouchers and the First Amendment
By
Margie Menzel
July
27, 2024
But
whether the state can take action and what that action might be are unclear
A
Jewish lawmaker is calling for Governor Ron DeSantis’ Administration to take
action against a Muslim school that receives taxpayer-funded vouchers. Republican
Representative Randy Fine is incensed by the school leader’s inflammatory
remarks against Jewish people -- and by the state’s apparent lack of action
since those remarks came to light.
When
Fine, who is Jewish, heard about Kablawi’s remarks a few weeks later, he wrote
to Florida Education Commissioner Manny Diaz. Fine says the imam’s mosque also
owns and operates the Reviver Academy at the same location. The school receives
more than $500,000 in state scholarships to help cover the tuition of 74 students.
Fine thinks the state ought to be reviewing that relationship, but months later
he says he hasn’t seen any results. Fine says that lack of action makes it feel
as if the DeSantis administration is condoning the imam’s remarks.
“When
you stand up and say, ‘Jews are the brothers of apes and pigs’ and the DeSantis
administration says, ‘Where can we send the check?’ I don’t know how else you
can interpret that,” Fine said.
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'Created
by weak US President & VP': Trump blames Biden, Harris for Hezbollah
attacks on Israel killing 12
Jul
28, 2024
Donald
Trump on Saturday blamed US President Joe Biden and vice president Kamala
Harris for Hezbollah rocket strike on a soccer field in northern Israel
resulting in the deaths of 12 children and teens, the New York Post reported.
“Today’s
attack on Israel cannot be forgotten and will go down as another moment in
history created by a weak and ineffective United States President and Vice
President,” Trump said during a campaign speech in Minnesota.
“I
want to condemn the evil attack on Israel that took place today, a missile
launched by Hezbollah killed at least a dozen children, young children. They
were playing on a soccer field in the Golan Heights,” the former US president
said.
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California
Park wildfire destroys more than 3.5 lakh acres, becomes largest in US
Jul
28, 2024
Thousands
of firefighters were battling a rapidly growing wildfire in northern California
on Saturday, which had doubled in size within 24 hours, burning over 350,000
acres. The Park Fire threatened multiple communities in several counties,
including Paradise, with evacuation orders and warnings in place.
Cooler
temperatures and more humid air were expected to aid efforts in containing the
fire, which remained 0 per contained, according to the California department of
forestry and fire protection.
The
Park Fire, burning about 90 miles north of Sacramento, had destroyed 134
structures as of Saturday. Authorities arrested a man on Thursday, suspecting
that he started the fire by pushing a flaming car into a gully on Wednesday
afternoon.
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Did
Kamala Harris make ‘Simpsons’ video at Comic-Con? The real story behind the
clip
Jul
28, 2024
Reports
swirled on Sunday that Vice President Kamala Harris made a surprise video
appearance at Comic-Con during a "Simpsons" panel. According to these
reports, 'Simpsons' creator Matt Groening introduced a clip featuring Harris,
describing it as coming from a super fan.
The
video reportedly showed Harris quoting a popular "Treehouse of
Horror" episode — the beloved "Simpsons" Halloween special —
which centered around the 1996 presidential election between then-President
Bill Clinton and Republican nominee Bob Dole. This sparked excitement and
speculation among fans, with many believing that the video was a new creation,
made specifically for Comic-Con.
The
clip generated buzz, as people began to say that 'The Simpsons' had once again
predicted the future, referencing Harris' current political prominence and
presidential ambitions.
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Times Of India
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Europe
Doncaster
Muslims among 40,000 heading to UK's biggest annual gathering
By
Emily Grimsey
27th
Jul 2024
Muslims
from Doncaster are among thousands from across the country who will gather for
a huge three day event this weekend.
Ahmadiyya
Muslim Association Doncaster will be joining the Jalsa Salana, the largest
international Muslim gathering in the UK across the weekend.
The
event, the largest gathering of Muslims each year in the UK, is taking place in
Alton, Hampshire, with over 40,000 members expected to attend.
This
year’s convention will have a special emphasis on prayers and peace, urging
Muslims to play their role in reducing the global volatility and uncertainty.
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Mosque
plan creating ‘parking nightmare’ leaving locals feeling trapped in their own
homes
By
Daniel Coles
Jul
27 2024
The
new mosque would be built in Dartmouth Street, West Bromwich, under plans
revealed by the Bangladeshi Muslim Welfare Association earlier this year.
Only
16 parking spaces would be provided for more than 450 worshippers with narrow
Dartmouth Street, Brook Street and Duke Street mostly covered in double yellow
lines and with very few on-street spaces.
A
number of residents in Brook Street said they supported the new mosque but were
very concerned by so few parking spaces. One resident, who is a doctor, said
she had missed appointments because of cars blocking her home because she
“physically couldn’t get off the drive.”
Another
objector, who lived with her 70-year-old husband with mobility issues in Brook
Street, said the amount of cars illegally parking was “absolutely horrendous
and a nightmare.”
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Britain
is 'broke and broken', newly-elected Labour govt claims
Jul
28, 2024
Britain's
government has declared the country "broke and broken" ahead of an
evaluation of public finances on Monday, which the newly-elected Labour Party
will use to blame a 20 billion pound ($26 billion) shortfall to their
predecessors. Labour, which won in a landslide victory on July 4, claims that
the situation in many areas of public policy is worse than expected.
Finance
minister Rachel Reeves is set to present the results of a fiscal review to
parliament, accusing the Conservative Party, which governed for the past 14
years, of making unfunded spending commitments to gain public favor.
According
to a statement from Prime Minister Keir Starmer's office, “The assessment will
show that Britain is broke and broken - revealing the mess that populist
politics has made of the economy and public services.” The statement adds,
"It will show that the previous government made significant funding
commitments for this financial year without knowing where the money would come
from."
The
Conservative Party has dismissed Labour’s claims of a financial 'black hole' as
a pretext for tax increases that were not disclosed during the election
campaign. Some economists also expressed skepticism, arguing that Labour should
have anticipated most issues before taking office.
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Times Of India
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'World
first': Juice spacecraft to flyby by Earth and Moon, then slingshot to Jupiter
Jul
28, 2024
The
European Space Agency's Juice probe, launched in April 2023, is set to perform
a groundbreaking manoeuvre next month as it journeys through the Solar System
to Jupiter. The spacecraft, currently 10 million kilometres from Earth, will
utilise the gravity of both the Moon and Earth to conserve fuel on its
eight-year voyage to investigate the potential for extra-terrestrial life on
Jupiter's icy moons: Ganymede, Callisto, and Europa.
Preparations
for this complex manoeuvre have begun at the ESA's space operations centre in
Darmstadt, Germany. Juice is expected to reach Jupiter's system in July 2031,
taking a longer route than Nasa's Europa Clipper spacecraft, which is scheduled
to launch this October and arrive a year earlier.
The
decision to take the scenic route is partly due to the limitations of the
Ariane 5 rocket used to launch Juice, which was not powerful enough for a
direct shot to Jupiter, approximately 800 million kilometres away.
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