Thrilling last-minute victory of Maulana Mufti Mohammad Ismail in Malegaon

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Malegaon, MAHARASHTRA :

Maulana Mufti Mohammad Ismail

Malegaon :

Amidst an unprecedented victory for Mahayuti in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, all eyes were on the Malegaon constituency, which has the highest number of Muslim voters. The counting of votes in this constituency was the most thrilling thing. The voting pendulum swung with every round of counting. In the initial rounds, former MLA Asif Shaikh of the ‘Islam’ party led and after the 15th round, MIM candidate and MLA Maulana Mufti Mohammad Ismail emerged in a dominating position.

In the end, Maulana Mufti emerged victorious in a recount of votes.

The battle for Malegaon Central, with over 80% Muslim population, kept everyone on edge until the last moment. Finally, it was announced that Maulana Mufti Mohammad Ismail (MIM) received 109,653 votes. Asif Shaikh, contesting from the new ‘Islam’ party, was just 162 votes behind with 109,491 votes.

By securing victory in Malegaon, Maulana Mufti opened AIMIM’s account in Maharashtra and retained his seat. This marks his second consecutive win. He has thus become a MLA for the third time.

Towards the end of the assembly election, Maulana Mufti’s health deteriorated and it led to a sympathy wave in his favour. His supreme religious position as a Mufti, Imam of Idgah, respect among voters, and his strong opposition to crimes contributed to his victory.

On the other hand, independent candidate and former MLA Asif Shaikh got entangled in answering criminal allegations against him during the campaign. His responses failed to satisfy the voters. Additionally, the consolidated votes of the Momin (Ansari) community went to Maulana Mufti.

Asif Shaikh’s assumption that the Momin (Muslim) votes would be divided due to the Samajwadi Party’s Shan-e-Hind proved wrong.

Shan-e-Hind, daughter of former minister Nihal Ahmed, who had a record of winning five consecutive terms from the constituency, received only 9,580 votes while Congress’s Ejaz Beg received 7,485 votes.

Conversely, Maulana Mufti received strong support from the Dakhni community and the influential Yunus Isa family.

Maulana Mufti successfully convinced voters that Asif Shaikh and his family, who established the ‘Islam’ party, had a hand in the city’s crime. This significantly impacted Shaikh. Due to these allegations, the power loom factory owners in the city supported Maulana. This time, the campaign focused more on personal attacks rather than development issues.

It is said that Maulana benefited from his cordial relations with Nashik district guardian minister Dada Bhuse. Record development works were carried out in the Malegaon Outer constituency.

The campaign that these works would continue in the central constituency with Bhuse’s support also helped Maulana. On the other hand, Asif Shaikh’s direct opposition to Bhuse did not sit well with some. Despite being an opponent, Bhuse’s development works are appreciated by Muslim voters in the central constituency.

The campaign for the opportunity to complete approved important works in the constituency and the inauguration of some development works in the final stages proved beneficial for Maulana Mufti Mohammad Ismail. Despite facing opposition from Shan-e-Hind and Ejaz Beg, who were with him in the previous election, Maulana Mufti emerged victorious.

The influence of these two was minimal. Both secured only ten thousand votes. However, the narrow defeat of Asif Shaikh left him and his supporters disheartened.

With Maulana Mufti Mohammad Ismail’s victory, AIMIM opened its account in Maharashtra. The party had fielded 16 candidates in the state but only managed to win the Malegaon Central seat. AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi congratulated Maulana Mufti Mohammad Ismail on this victory.

In his tweet, he wrote, “Congratulations to Mufti Ismail Sahab on being elected as Malegaon MLA for a second time. I am thankful to the people of Maharashtra who voted for us in large numbers. To our candidates, party workers, and supporters, I urge you all to not lose heart and to work with renewed resolve. If anything, the election results show that the people are looking for a genuine political alternative and that Majlis has established itself in Maharashtra’s politics.

source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home>Story / by ANI / November 25th, 2024

Khalid Saifullah Rahmani re-elected president of the AIMPLB

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Darbhanga, BIHAR / Hyderabad, TELANGANA :

Maulana Khalid Saifullah Rahmani as

Maulana Khalid Saifullah Rahmani was re-elected president of the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) today evening in the two-day 29th session of the Board which began today in the campus of Darul Uloom Sabeel-ur-Rashad Arabic College, the largest religious seminary of Karnataka.

Rahmani, a prominent Islamic scholar and leader, has held the presidency of the AIMPLB for several years and is known for his work in advocating for the protection of Muslim traditions and religious practices in the country. His re-election reflects the broad support he enjoys within the board and the larger Muslim community in India, which looks to the AIMPLB for guidance on issues related to marriage, inheritance, and religious freedom.

Along with Maulana Khalid Saifullah Rahmani’s re-election 40-member executive committee of AIMPLB were also elected. Now, the Maulana in consultation with the executive members will pick his team of office-bearers.

Maulana Rahmani is a close relative of Maulana Mujahid ul Islam Qasmi, the third president of the AIMPLB.

Born in November 1956, Maulana Rahmani received his primary education at home and studied at Madrasa Qasimul Uloom Hussainia for two years. He graduated from Jamia Rahmani in Munger and studied “Dawra-e-Hadith” again at Darul Uloom Deoband, and graduated from there. He later specialised in Islamic law and jurisprudence at Imarat Sharia, Patna.

Maulana Fazlur Rahim Mujaddidi was born on 22nd June 1957. He is the son and successor of the renowned scholar and educationist Maulana Shah Mohammad Abdur Rahim Mujaddidi and the successor of another Maulana Shah Hidayat Ali Mujaddidi.

He is an author and jurist He has authored books including The Islamic Jurisprudence: Introduction and Codification and Kitāb-ul-Fatāwa. While he is from the Deobandi School, he is respected by those from other schools as well, given his vast knowledge of various disciplines of Islamic education. He is also the general secretary of Islamic Fiqh Academy of India. (With Agencies Inputs)

source: http://www.muslimmirror.com / Muslim Mirror / Home> Indian Muslim> Religion / by Muslim Mirror Desk / November 24th, 2024

Sania Khan Bags Prestigious SHE INSPIRES AWARD 2024 in UK’s Rising Star Category

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Shahjahanpur (Meerut ),UTTAR PRADESH / London, U.K :

Sania Khan, originally from Shahjahanpur, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, has been honoured with the prestigious SHE INSPIRES AWARD 2024 in the Rising Star category in the United Kingdom.

Sharing his pride, Sania’s father, Mehr Alam Khan, Editorial Consultant at Cineink, London, said, “This remarkable recognition reflects her inspiring journey marked by resilience, determination, and a commitment to creating meaningful change.”

Sania’s journey began in the small village of Shahjahanpur. Despite facing personal challenges, she founded the Silver Lining Fostering Agency in London, a leading organisation dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable children and empowering foster carers.

Under her leadership, Silver Lining Fostering was awarded an “Outstanding” rating by Ofsted in 2024, a testament to its excellence in providing safe, nurturing homes and comprehensive support for foster families. The agency supports over 60 foster families and 70 children across London and the Midlands.

Sania said, “The seeds of my dreams were sown in my village. Despite limited resources, I learned that with determination and vision, the seemingly impossible can be achieved. Those lessons inspire me daily to create opportunities for others, especially vulnerable children.”

Sania completed her early education at Dewan Public School in Meerut and pursued higher studies at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. In 2018, she founded Silver Lining Fostering, which focuses on tailored support for foster carers and achieving positive outcomes for children, particularly those who have faced immense adversity.

On receiving the award, Sania said, “This recognition isn’t just about me; it’s about the incredible foster carers, staff, and children who inspire me every day. Together, we’ve shown how fostering can change lives. I hope this motivates more families to step forward and provide loving homes for children in need.”

Her agency stands out for its innovative Wrap Around Service and its commitment to recruiting foster carers from diverse and underrepresented communities. Sania’s leadership has not only empowered carers to achieve personal milestones like financial independence and home ownership but has also set new standards in foster care.

source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Pride of Nation>Awards / by Radiance News Bureau / November 23rd, 2024

Only 10 Muslim MLAs in New Maharashtra Assembly

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MAHARASHTRA :

In the recently concluded assembly elections, only 10 Muslim candidates managed to secure victories in the 288-seat Maharashtra Vidhan Sabha, marking a huge representation gap for the state’s 11.56 % Muslim population. The last assembly too had the same number of Muslim MLAs (around 3.5%).  A total of 420 Muslim candidates contested the elections, with 218 running independently and 150 fielded by smaller parties. However, major political outfits largely overlooked Muslim representation, fielding limited candidates.

The Mahayuti (BJP+NCP+Shiv Sena) alliance, which swept the elections with a clear majority, included three Muslim winners: Shiv Sena’s Abdul Sattar and NCP (Ajit) candidates Sana Malik and Hasan Mushrif. The Samajwadi Party’s Rais Shaikh secured the largest victory margin, winning the Bhiwandi seat by 52,015 votes, while Congress’s Amin Patel followed with a 34,844-vote margin in Mumbadevi.

AIMIM’s Mufti Abdul Khalique narrowly won the Malegaon Central seat by just 75 votes, highlighting the intense competition in certain constituencies. SP’s Abu Asim Azmi secured the Mankhurd Shivaji Nagar seat with a margin of 12,753 votes, while Congress’s Sajid Khan Pathan won Akola West by a mere 1,283 votes. Shiv Sena (UBT)’s Haroon Khan claimed the Versova seat with a margin of 1,600 votes.

Congress faced criticism for fielding only nine Muslim candidates despite earlier promises of 18, leading to a potential vote split. AIMIM fielded 12 candidates, the highest among all parties. The BJP-led Mahayuti benefited from schemes like the Ladki Bahin Yojana, which reportedly swayed Muslim women voters. Observers also noted Ajit Pawar’s influence in consolidating minority support for the alliance. Results showed slim margins in several constituencies, raising questions about vote division and electoral strategies. The data underscores the challenge of translating numerical presence into political influence for Maharashtra’s Muslim community.

source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News> Report / by Radiance News Bureau / November 24th, 2024

Bypolls | Congress candidate Yasir Khan Pathan wins in Shiggaon

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Shiggaon (Haveri District), KARNATAKA :

Bengaluru:

Congress has taken the lead in all three Assembly constituencies where by-elections were held in the state. Among these, Congress has secured victories in the Sandur and Shiggaon constituencies. However, the official announcement from the Election Commission is awaited.

In the Shiggaon Assembly constituency, Yasir Khan Pathan has achieved a resounding victory against Bharath Bommai, the son of former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai. With this win, Congress has taken control of a constituency that was previously under BJP’s hold.

In Sandur, Congress candidate Annapoorna Tukaram has defeated BJP’s Bangaru Hanumanthu, reclaiming the Sandur constituency for Congress.

source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karnataka / by Vartha Bharati / November 23rd, 2024

AMU Faculty Dr. Hamid Ashraf presented with Prestigious Award for ‘Innovation in Diabetes Care’ by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Science and Technology, Government of India

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Aligarh, UTTAR PRADESH :

Aligarh:

Dr. Hamid Ashraf, Associate Professor and former Director, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Diabetes and Endocrinology, Aligarh Muslim University, has been honoured with the Best Innovation in Diabetes Care award at the annual conference of the Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI).

The award was presented by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Science and Technology, Government of India during a ceremony held at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi.

Dr. Ashraf got the recognition for his ground-breaking research on “Machine Learning Techniques for Diabetes Detection Using Iris and Conjunctival Images.” He said that this innovative approach leverages artificial intelligence to enhance early diagnosis and management of diabetes by analysing subtle ocular changes linked to the disease.

He expressed gratitude to his co-investigators Dr. Nadeem Akhtar and Mr. Ehtesham Sana from Department of Computer Engineering, AMU for their contribution.

source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Awards> Latest News / by Radiance News Bureau (headline edited) / November 22nd, 2024

Prominent NRI businessman SM Syed Khalil passes away in Dubai

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Karavali, KARNATAKA / Dubai, U.A.E:

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Dubai:

Prominent Kannadiga businessman SM Syed Khalil passed away after brief illness in Dubai in the wee hours of Thursday.

Syed Khalil SM was also the Chairman of Madhyama Communications Ltd., Mangalore and was known across Coastal Karnataka for his social services and contributions in the fields of Kannada, Konkani languages and their culture.

Syed Khalil, affectionately known as ‘C A Khalil’ among the general public, hailed from the Nawayat community of Bhatkal. His journey to prominence and distinction had not only brought pride to the Nawayat community but also to Kannadigas and Indians at large. He was renowned for his remarkable achievements and dedication to international trade, social service, and the education of underprivileged children.

Having ventured to the Gulf in 1978, Khalil’s faith and dedication to the Galadari family propelled the Galadari Company to unparalleled success over three decades. He was serving as the Founder Chairman of K&K Enterprises General Trading Company in Sharjah. Khalil also held positions in numerous educational and social service organizations in Karnataka and beyond.

Syed Khalil stood as one of the town’s first chartered accountants, renowned for his financial expertise. He was also a respected leader in social service, religious, and educational circles. His leadership roles have included the presidency of prominent organizations such as Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen and Rabita Society. Khalil was an advocate for girls’ education and has played a pivotal role in establishing extensive educational institutions.

source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Karavali / November 21st, 2024

AMU Alumna Saba Ishrat’s Research at Oxford University Brings Her International Recognition

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Aligarh, UTTAR PRADESH :

Aligarh:

The Aligarh Muslim University alumna Saba Ishrat led a research at the University of Oxford to study the effects of cannabis use on the brain structure and function in older adults. Saba’s ground-breaking research has gained significant attention and has been covered by various media outlets worldwide, including BMJ Mental Health journal, internationally recognising its findings and highlighting the importance of this work for public policy.

Prior to starting her DPhil in Oxford, Saba Ishrat completed a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Psychology at Aligarh Muslim University (India) and a second Master’s degree in Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Trento (Italy).

Her teacher, Prof Shah Alam, Chairman, Department of Psychology, and Prof Shafey Kidwai, Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, Aligarh Muslim University congratulated Ms Saba Ishrat for her commendable research that has brought new dimensions to the fore.

It needs to be mentioned that cannabis use has risen globally following its legalisation for medical and recreational purposes, yet its effects on the brain in older adults remain understudied.

The team led by Saba Ishrat, conducted the largest observational analysis to date on the relationship between cannabis use and brain structure and function. This research is also the first to employ genetic data to assess causality in this context.

The study’s findings indicate that lifetime cannabis use is associated with several measures of brain structure and function in later life, including lower white matter integrity and weaker resting-state functional connectivity in specific brain regions. However, the study’s genetic analyses did not support a causal link between these observed associations.

To read the research findings click here.

Alongside her DPhil studies, Saba is the Junior Dean at St Cross College, a committee member at St Edmund Hall’s Centre for the Creative Brain, and a student associate of the Society for the Study of Addiction.

source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Science & Technology / by Radiance News Bureau / November 21st, 2024

A R Rahman wins ‘Hollywood Music in Media Awards 2024’ (HMMA) for Prithviraj Sukumaran’s ‘Aadujeevitham’

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Chennai, TAMIL NADU :

An adaptation of Benyamin’s 2008 best-selling Malayalam novel, ‘Aadujeevitham: The Goat Life’, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, follows the real-life story of Najeeb, a Malayali immigrant labourer in Saudi Arabia.

Music composer A R Rahman. | Photo Credit: Velankanni Raj B

A.R Rahman has won the prestigious Hollywood Music in Media Awards 2024 for the background score of Aadujeevitham: The Goat Life in the Independent Film (Foreign Language) category.

Director Blessy who received the award on Rahman’s behalf at the gala ceremony in Los Angeles shared the news with The Hindu.

The HMMA Awards are considered the bellwether award for the Oscars. Earlier this week, Blessy told The Hindu that he was holding screenings in the US to make a bid for the Academy Awards in the general category.

“I truly believe Rahman has woven magic with both the songs and the background score. The BGM alone captures the character’s struggle, the raw emotion of their fight for survival in the desert. In a way, the score itself tells its own story, mirroring the depth of the character’s emotions,” he had said.

In a strong field, Rahman was competing against Segun Akinola for Girl You Know It’s True, Arli Liberman and Tiki Taane for Ka Wahawhai Tonu, Hao-Ting Shih and Tae-Young Yu for Mongrels, Karzan Mahmood for The Seed of the Sacred Fig and Sandro Morales-Santoro for The Shadow of The Sun for the jury’s nod.

An adaptation of Benyamin’s 2008 best-selling Malayalam novel, the Malayalam film follows the real-life story of Najeeb, a Malayali immigrant labourer in Saudi Arabia. The film stars Prithviraj Sukumaran and Jimmy Jean Louis, K.R. Gokul and Amala Paul.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> Entertainment> News / by The Hindu Bureau (headline edited) / November 21st, 2024

Handwara youth Sheikh Jamsheed honored with outstanding EduLeader Award 2024 for social work in New Delhi

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Handwara (Kupwara District) , JAMMU & KASHMIR :

Srinagar :

Sheikh Jamsheed, a well-known social and peace activist from Handwara, was awarded the prestigious Outstanding EduLeader of the Year 2024 award at a grand ceremony in New Delhi. Recognized for his contributions to social work, community development, and education,

Jamsheed’s achievements were celebrated at the Indian Islamic Cultural Centre, with Dr. Sandeep Marwah, founder of Noida Film City and Chancellor of AAFT University, as the Chief Guest.

The event was hosted by the International Internship University (IIU) and attended by distinguished personalities from across the globe. Sheikh Jamsheed received multiple honors, including the International Honorary Doctorate and the International Mother Teresa Award, in recognition of his tireless efforts to improve education quality, address environmental issues, and empower youth and women in the region.

Jamsheed was presented his awards by IIU Founder Piyush Pandit and Dr. Virginia Riviera, President of World Edicous in America. In his acceptance speech, Sheikh Jamsheed expressed gratitude, stating that his achievements are a collective result of support from individuals and organizations who share his vision.

His work includes various initiatives focused on the rights of marginalized communities, youth development, and women’s empowerment, particularly in Kashmir. Jamsheed’s dedication to environmental conservation and public welfare has cemented his reputation as a leading social activist.

source: http://www.knskashmir.com / Kashmir News Service / Home> J & K / by KNS Desk, Srinagar (headline edited) / November 11th, 2024