Indian Muslims (63)

WorldIndian Scholars Slam Bihar Chief Minister Over Hijab Incident, Call It Assault on Women’s Dignity

Senior Indian Muslim scholars have strongly condemned what they described as an insulting and dangerous act by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, following reports that he forcibly removed the…

HOWZAHIranian Leader’s Envoy in India Outlines Key Strategies for Effective Missionary Work

New Delhi – Hojatoleslam Abdul Majeed Hakomillahi, the Supreme Leader’s representative in India, has presented a set of three fundamental strategies aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of religious…

SCHOLARSIranian Leader’s Envoy in India Outlines Three Pillars of Shiite Strength in Contemporary Society

The representative of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution in India has emphasized the need to safeguard the doctrinal and moral identity of Shiite Muslims, describing strong faith, noble character,…

WorldIndia’s Aligarh University Holds Fatimah Commemoration Ceremony

A solemn Fatimiyya commemoration ceremony has been held at India’s Aligarh Muslim University, honoring the life, character, and spiritual legacy of Hazrat Fatima Zahra (PBUH). The event highlighted…

WorldIndian Cleric: Religious Media Vital for Islamic Unity

Hojatoleslam Seyyed Mohammad Zaki Hassan urges scholars to use media to promote truth and teachings of Ahlul Bayt (AS)

All StoriesGrand Ayatollah Sistani’s Representative in India Visits Hawzah News Agency

Hojatoleslam Seyyed Ahmad Ali Abedi, Director of the Imam Amir al-Momenin (AS) Najafi House, Friday Imam of Mumbai, and representative of Grand Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Sistani in India, visited…

All StoriesIndian Clerics Protest in Lucknow, Condemn Attack on Prominent Shia Leader Kalb Jawad Naqvi

Religious scholars, and representatives of various religious associations in Lucknow have held a protest meeting condemning the attack on Hojatoleslam Syed Kalb Jawad Naqvi, the Friday prayer…

All StoriesAssassination Attempt on Indian Cleric Kalb Jawad Naqvi Aimed at Fueling Sectarian Strife

Hojatoleslam Syed Safi Haider, Secretary General of the Indian Muslim Organization, has strongly condemned the assassination attempt on prominent cleric Hojatoleslam Syed Kalb Jawad Naqvi in…

All StoriesConference on “Greatness of Mustafa (PBUH)” Highlights Prophet’s Universal Message of Mercy and Peace

An online interfaith conference titled “Greatness of Mustafa (PBUH)” brought together scholars and thinkers from various religions to discuss the Prophet of Islam’s role as a symbol of mercy,…

All StoriesIndian cleric warns Endowment Act amendment threatens Islamic waqfs

New Delhi– Hojatoleslam Seyyed Kalb Jawad Naqvi, Secretary General of the Indian Ulema Council and Friday prayer leader of Lucknow, voiced strong concern over the Supreme Court’s interim verdict…

Former Representative of Iran’s Supreme Leader in India:

All StoriesShia–Sunni Solidarity Vital for Muslim Progress

Qom– Hojatoleslam Mehdi Mahdavipour, former representative of the Supreme Leader in India, underlined the importance of the presence of graduate students in Indian universities and stressed the…

Representative of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution in India:

SCHOLARSIndia Has Been Home to Great Seminaries and Prominent Scholars

Qom– Hojatoleslam Abdul Majeed Hakim Elahi, the Representative of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, in India, said the country has a rich history of seminaries…

All StoriesIndian Scholar: Imam Hassan Askari’s (AS) Life a Model for Guidance in Hardship

On the occasion of the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hassan Askari (AS), prominent Indian cleric Hojatoleslam Imam Khan underlined the enduring relevance of the Imam’s scientific, moral and political…

All StoriesThousands of Mumbai Residents Rally in Support of Palestinians, Condemn Zionist Regime

Mumbai – Thousands of citizens, joined by political leaders, scholars, social activists, and artists, gathered in a large rally at the city’s open square to express solidarity with the Palestinian…

All StoriesSupreme Leader’s Representative in India Stresses Muslim Unity, Interfaith Cooperation

New Delhi — Hojatoleslam Abdul Majeed Hakim Elahi, the Supreme Leader’s representative in India, has underscored the importance of Islamic unity and peaceful cooperation with followers of other…

All StoriesIndian Ulema Council Condemns Proposal to Award Nobel Peace Prize to Trump

Hojatoleslam Syed Kalb Jawad Naqvi, Secretary General of the Indian Ulema Council, has strongly condemned the proposal to award the Nobel Peace Prize to Donald Trump, calling it a “reward for…

All StoriesIndian Muslim Leaders Call on Government to Sever Ties with Israel over Gaza Genocide

In a joint statement, prominent Muslim organisations and Islamic scholars called on both the Indian government and global powers to intervene and stop the 'continuing atrocities' in Gaza.

HOWZAHAl-Mustafa University Representative in India: Serving Indian Students Is a Sacred Mission

Hojjat-ul-Islam Seyyed Kamal Hosseini, representative of Al-Mustafa International University in India, emphasized that supporting Indian students in their religious education is not merely an…

All StoriesIndian Sunni Leader: Imam Khamenei is the Recognized Leader of the Islamic World

New Delhi – Seyyed Salman Nadvi, a prominent Indian Sunni scholar and head of the Indian Unity Front, has declared that Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei is not only the Supreme Leader of the Islamic…

All StoriesIndian Cleric: A True Servant of God Never Submits to Humiliation

Lucknow, India – In a heartfelt address during a Muharram mourning gathering, Hujjat-ul-Islam Sayyid Ali Hashem Abedi emphasized the role of Hazrat Abbas (AS) as a timeless symbol of servitude,…

All StoriesIndian Scholar: Iran Is the Only Islamic Nation Resisting U.S. and Israeli Aggression

Lucknow, India, Hujjat al-Islam Sayyed Kalb Jawad Naqvi, prominent Indian scholar and Friday prayer leader of Lucknow, has strongly condemned the recent Zionist regime’s attack on the Islamic…

All StoriesIndian Seminaries Return to Their Glorious Past

During a meeting, the necessity of improving the quality of seminaries in India was emphasized. In this meeting, the parties, while discussing strategies for strengthening religious education,…

Chairman of Indian Ulema Council:

HOWZAHRevival of Ahlul Bayt teachings is a strategic necessity for Indian society

During a visit to Hawzah News main office, Hujjat al-Islam Seyyed Taqi Reza Abedi expressed his views on the propagation of religion, the impact of the Islamic Revolution, the upbringing of the…

HOWZAHGraduation Ceremony for Seminary Students held in Mumbai, India

On the occasion of the auspicious birth anniversary of Imam Reza (PBUH), a spiritual graduation ceremony for students of the seminary was held in Mumbai, in the presence of professors, students…

HOWZAHHoly Month of Ramadan is an Opportunity for Spiritual Transformation: Indian Cleric

In his Friday prayer sermons, Hujjat al-Islam Sayyid Naqi Mehdi Zaidi stated,” The holy month of Ramadan is a manifestation of divine mercy and forgiveness and an opportunity to return to God.”

HOWZAHSeminary Directors in India Discuss Ongoing Developments

The first meeting of seminary directors was held online with the presence of Hujjat al-Islam Kamal Hosseini, the representative of Al-Mustafa International University in India.

J&K Shia Sharia Association President:

All StoriesEndowment Amendment Bill is a clear attack on beliefs of Indian Muslims

In Friday prayer sermons, Hujjat al-Islam Syed Hassan Mousavi Safavi has strongly condemned the new Endowment Bill presented by the government, calling it an organized conspiracy against Muslims…

Indian Friday Imam:

All StoriesImam Kadhim 'a symbol of patience'

An Indian Friday Prayer Imam Hujjat al-Islam Sayyid Naqi Mahdi Zaidi has stated in the mourning ceremony of Imam Musa Kadhim (PBUH,” This great Imam was a symbol of patience and kindness, and…

All StoriesIndians commemorate 5th martyrdom anniversary of Gen. Soleimani

Different ceremonies to commemorate the anniversary of the martyrdom of General Qassim Soleimani was held at different locations in Mumbai and its suburbs, including in Malad Maloney, Andheri…