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Opinion: Unplanned departures; when life ends without warning
Hyderabad: Life is nothing but a delay of the inevitable – death postponed. Yet, how few ponder over this truth? Beneath its charm, excitement, ambitions, and accomplishments, life carries a startling fragility.…
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Haj: Beyond the rituals
Hyderabad: There is more to Haj than meets the eye. It’s not just going through the paces – the tawaf (circumambulation), sa’ee (running between Safe-Marwa hillocks), and drinking from the fountain of Zam Zam. It’s not even…
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Saas-Bahu banter in Deccani leaves audience in splits
Hyderabad: A mother gives you life. What does a mother-in-law give? She gives you, her life–sometimes in harmony, sometimes in hilarity. The Saas-Bahu dynamic has been a source of amusement, annoyance and, of…
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Haj 2025: A spiritual journey amidst modern challenges
Every year millions of Muslims from all corners of the globe converge upon the holy city of Makkah in Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj. One of the five pillars of Islam, Haj…
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When Hyderabad founder Quli Qutub Shah rode an auto rickshaw
Hyderabad: Imagine Quli Qutub Shah, the founder of Hyderabad, stepping into the bustling city he once envisioned. With his poetic soul and a keen eye for aesthetics, he might feel utterly lost –…
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TS Haj panel chief Pasha blames ‘irresponsible’ media coverage for drop in pilgrim applications this year
Hyderabad: Who is to blame for the drop in the number of applications received for Haj 2025 and the subsequent cancellations by the selected pilgrims? It is none but the media, specifically…
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Hyderabad Urdu Ka Shahar: A cultural chronicle by Farooq Argali
Hyderabad: Hyderabad is not merely a dot on the map; it is a vibrant symbol of elegance, culture, and an enduring legacy. Often hailed as the city of domes and minarets, Hyderabad is…
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Opinion: Terrorism is betrayal, not a reflection of faith
Hyderabad: The perpetrators of the Pahalgam attack, like others around the globe, do not represent Islam. They embody ignorance, brutality, and a hunger for control cloaked in religious language. Their actions are…
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Urdu: A language beyond religion; a legacy of unity and literary brilliance
Hyderabad: The recent observation by the Supreme Court of India, calling Urdu the finest specimen of the Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb, is both timely and necessary. In a country often divided by religious and…
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Masjid-e-Baqi: Where souls rise and burdens fall
Hyderabad: In an era where places of worship are often viewed solely as spiritual sanctuaries, Masjid-e-Baqi in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, stands out as a revolutionary model of holistic community service. Situated on…
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Opinion: When good intentions go wrong; the case of political Iftar parties
Hyderabad: Good intentions gone awry. A well meaning effort to promote inclusivity has slipped into act of tokenism. That’s the case with ‘Iftar parties,’ especially those hosted by politicians these days. Iftar…
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Deepening faith: Significance of Ramzan and Itekaf
Hyderabad: Turn to Allah before you return to Him. This simple yet profound message captures the true spirit of Ramzan. As the holy month of fasting enters its final phase, the devout…
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Breaking chains: Help undertrial prisoners with Zakat
Hyderabad: As the sacred month of Ramzan reaches its halfway mark, the focus of devout Muslims shifts towards charity and donations. Zakat, an obligatory almsgiving, plays a crucial role in uplifting the…
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Breaking poverty cycle: Challenges and solutions for Hyderabad’s Muslim community
Hyderabad: The economic challenges faced by the Muslim community, particularly the marginalized sections, demand a dual approach- government welfare measures and community-driven zakat funding. To achieve long-term stability, economically weaker Muslims require…
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Women’s Day: Bilquees Begum’s fight for her cancer affected daughter is relentless
Hyderabad: For most women across the world, International Women’s Day is a time of recognition, celebration, and honour. It is a day dedicated to achievements, triumphs, and the unwavering spirit of womanhood.…
