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What is the meaning of Namaz, Roza, and Hajj?

Islam is not limited to rituals alone. It is a complete way of life that teaches discipline, self-purification, compassion, and brotherhood. The meaning of Namaz, Roza, and Hajj goes far beyond outward worship. These three important acts of devotion help shape a Muslim’s character, strengthen faith, and build a sense of equality and unity in society. Among the Five Pillars of Islam, Namaz (Salah), Roza (fasting), and Hajj (pilgrimage) hold deep spiritual importance. They are […]

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September 10, 2025

South Indian Masjid and Dargah : Nagore Dargah – a symbol of communal Harmony

This is the third in the series on South Indian Mosques/ Dargah’s. This series will highlight the oldest, most popular Muslim worshipping places in this part of the country. Most of the Dargahs in South India have the distinction of being visited by all religions, especially these Dargahs are more frequented by Hindus. The communal harmony and co-existence of Hindu-Muslim communities is evident when one looks at these places of worship. The Nagore Dargah of […]

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September 3, 2017

Eid Ul Azha – Joint Namaz by Sunni and Shiite’s in Lucknow

This Eid-ul-Adha will witness another example of religious harmony and brotherhood in Lucknow for its Ganga-Jamni Tahzib when the Sunni and Shiite Muslims of the city will stand together for prayer. Namaz will be offered in Imambada, Hazratganj, at 8 AM on September 2, 2017. This is the third joint prayer organized by Lucknow-based “Shoulder-To-Shoulder Institution” to be held on the holy occasion of Eid. This year, immediately after namaz, an Eid Milan program has […]

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September 1, 2017

Country to celebrate Eid-Ul-Azha tomorrow

Eid-ul-Azha shall be celebrated across the country tomorrow with great religious fervor to commemorate the supreme sacrifice of Prophet Hazrat Ibrahim. The day will dawn with special prayers in mosques for well-being of the Ummah. Eid congregations would be held at mosques, Eidgahs and open places in all cities, towns and villages across the country. Authorities across the country have made special arrangements for the smooth festival. After offering Eid prayers, the faithful will slaughter […]

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September 1, 2017

The Five Pillars of Islam

About 2 million people from across the globe, the largest conglomeration of people, a have converged at the holy city of Makkah for the annual Haj pilgrimage. Haj which begins this Wednesday is the fifth and final pillar of Islam. Haj, attended by millions of pilgrims each year takes place in the month of Dhul Hijjah which is the 12th month of the Islamic lunar calendar. It is said that every able bodied Muslim is […]

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August 29, 2017

No Private hotels for Haj pilgrims

With the Government of India instructing the State Haj Committees to make appropriate security arrangements, the AP Haj Committee has decided against accommodating the Haj pilgrims in Private Hotels. AP Haj pilgrims will now be accommodated in the Haj House from there they will go to the airport. It is being said that the Committee took the decision in view of the instructions issued by Governement of India for making security arrangements, Mr. A.K. Khan […]

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August 2, 2017

Meet Sadiq Hussain: the man who built a Balaji Temple

Meet Sadiq Hussain: The man who built a Balaji Temple For Sadiq Hussain Islam and Hinduism are like two eyes, he practices both with equal reverence. Like our late President Prof APJ Abdul Kalam, Sadiq is born in a Muslim family but was always surrounded by Hindu neighbours and a secular atmosphere at home in Rampchodavaram, in Andhra Pradesh. The 56-year-old school teacher Sadiq Hussain has better knowledge of Hindu scriptures than Hindus infact he can give lecture on […]

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July 14, 2017

धर्म की सबसे बड़ी चुनौती….

रिलीजन वर्ल्ड Religion World यानि धर्म की दुनिया क्या है? सवाल ये है कि क्या दुनिया अलग है और धर्म अलग। या दुनिया में धर्म है या धर्म में दुनिया बसी है। धर्मगुरु, धर्म को सबकुछ मानते हैं और हर दिन दुनिया को दुनियावी तरीके से जीने वाले धर्म को एक संस्था या समाज की धुरी मानते है। यानि धर्म मायने रखता है। आपके निजी जीवन में भी और सामाजिक, राजनैतिक और आर्थिक जीवन में […]

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July 8, 2017

काशी में इफ्तार से जीवित है गंगा-जमुनी विरासत

वाराणसी, २ जून; धर्म और संस्कृति के शहर बनारस में वैसे तो हर साल कई मुस्लिम परिवार हिन्दू परिवारों को बुलाकर रमजान के पाक महीने में अपने घर में रोजा इफ्तार कराते हैं. पर यहां एक मुस्लिम महिला ऐसी भी है जो बीतें चार सालो से इफ्तार की दावत में मुस्लिम और हिन्दू बहनों को बुलाकर इफ्तार करा रही हैं वो भी गाय के दूध से। इस महिला का नाम है शबाना आफ़ताब. इनसे जब […]

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June 2, 2017

Divine Ramzan : Indian Muslim will start fasting from 28th May, 2017

Ramzan or Ramadan commemorates the first revelation of Holy Quran to Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) . In this holy month, through the devotional exercise of fasting, we cleanse our souls, strengthen our faith and attempt to become better human beings by sharing the pain of millions who are forced to fast out of poverty and by reaching out to them through the act of giving unconditionally. This is a month of charity & being good and […]

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May 27, 2017