Zakaria Virk is a writer, translator, author and historian of Islamic science. He has compiled 17 books in Urdu and English, written scores of article published in newspapers, magazines of India, Pakistan, UK, USA and Canada. He is a retired civil servant. He has two sons both living in the US, one Adnan is ESPN sports TV anchor in Bristol, Connecticut. He has traveled to more than 15 countries. He has published 5 books on the life and achievements of Muslim world's first Nobel laureate Dr Abdus Salam. (1926-1996).
He has donated blood 50 times in Canada. He is a card carrying member of Liberal Party of Canada.
ISLAMABAD: http://tribune.com.pk/story/1245194/qamar-javed-bajwa-appointed-new-army-chief/ An intense guessing game on the replacement of army chief General Raheel Sharif came to an end Saturday when Lieutenant General Qamar Javed Bajwa was appointed as the new Chief […]
In chaotic cities such as Bangalore, companies do whatever it takes to get packages to customers — including delivery by foot, bicycle and even boat. thestar.com, By SARITHA RAIBloomberg, Sat., Nov. 26, 2016 BANGALORE, INDIA—Abdul Saleem heaves a 25-kilogram bag crammed with foot massagers, jeans, kitchen tools and sports shoes onto […]
https://www.thestar.com/news/world/2016/11/24/in-delhi-children-gasp-for-air-in-an-unbearable-smog.html NEW DELHI — In the dense smog that engulfed India’s capital early this month, a baby named Vaishnavi gasped through the night. Inside the concrete room that her father and mother rent for $20 a month, they took turns staying up, laying a hand on her rib cage, feeling […]
LAHORE: By Rana Tanveer Published: November 24, 2016 tribune.com.pk Religious beliefs are personal and must not be used against anyone. While Dr Abdus Salam brought the name of Pakistan to the international stage, Pakistanis do not consider him one of their countrymen because of his beliefs. These views were expressed by […]
NIA starts removing online contents of Zakir Naik’s Islamic Research Foundation November 21, 2016 The National Investigation Agency on Monday began the process of removing the online contents of banned Islamic Research Foundation, including alleged hate speeches by its founder Zakir Naik, even as it continued searches at the IRF’s […]
Donald Trump’s first forays into foreign policy this week have made me not just eager to feign Canadianness again but to go there on a longer-term basis I began traveling solo as a college student during the Bush years. Before I packed up my backpack and headed to a study […]
The Qur’an Does Not Mandate Hijab By Ibrahim B. Syed, New Age Islam 09 November 2016 In my previous communication I wrote that the Qur’an aims to eliminate all sources of temptations and enticement in society, and does not want women should bear the brunt of the burden in this […]
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama named 21 recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the Nation’s highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or […]
Microsoft founder Bill Gates has funded the development of an odour-blocking perfume that smells like poop as part of an ambitious effort to develop stink-free toilets. Updated: Tuesday, November 22, 2016, 13:39 [IST] Subscribe to Oneindia News Washington, Nov 22: Sick of smelly toilets, Microsoft founder Bill Gates has funded […]
http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/sergio-canavero-unveils-another-milestone-plan-carry-out-worlds-first-human-head-transplant-1592649?spMailingID= Italian neurosurgeon unveiled the surgical blade and virtual reality system he plans to use for the operation. By Hannah Osborne November 21, 2016 13:14 GMT Sergio Canavero has announced more details about his plans to carry out the world’s first human head transplant. At a conference in Glasgow, he unveiled […]
Dr Abdus Salam, Muslim World’s first Nobel Prize winner January 29, 1926 – 21 November 1996 90th birthday celebration of Dr Abdus Salam, held in Islamabad 2016, under the auspices of Dr. Anwar Nasim, President Pakistan Academy of Sciences. ==================================== Scientist of the East, read the entire book online […]
Aljazeera.com/indepth/opinion 2016/11/17 Huda Al-Marashi is an Iraqi-American writer specialising in Muslim women’s issues and the Muslim experience in the US. The day after the presidential election, my 14-year-old son left a message in the shower. With his little brother’s foam alphabet letters, he spelled out, “Haters gonna hate us.” It […]
Mumbai [India]: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) team on Saturday seized incriminating documents/files, electronic storage devices and about Rs.12 lakh in cash related to controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik and the Islamic Research Foundation (IRF). A NIA spokesperson said that in order to assist the search team, a team of […]
Arab Coalition fighting in Yemen has intercepted a ballistic missile hitting 65 km away from the holy city of Makka. By Ghulam Rasool Dehlvi, New Age Islam, 07 November 2016 Muslim leaders and politicians in India are busy in a crazy competition of organizing conferences, greater campaigns and processions to […]
Donald Trump’s proposed ban on Muslims entering the US has added ‘fuel to the fire’ of Islamophobic attacks in Florida Donald Trump’s proposed ban on Muslims entering the US has added ‘fuel to the fire’ of Islamophobic attacks in Florida Two more prominent positions in Donald Trump’s administration were confirmed […]
For 100 years, the United States was the leader of the free world. With the election of Donald Trump, America has now abdicated that role. It is time for Europe, […]
On the heels of two more racist graffiti attacks, an Ottawa synagogue has announced a day of “solidary and thanks-giving” to show the community’s opposition to racism and hatred. Ottawa synagogue announces 'solidarity' event in face of new racist graffiti attacks “We have received endless messages of support in response […]
Monday, 14 November 2016 00:00By C.J. Polychroniou, Truthout | Interview On November 8, 2016, Donald Trump managed to pull the biggest upset in US politics by tapping successfully into the anger of white voters and appealing to the lowest inclinations of people in a manner that would have probably impressed Nazi […]
Driving While Veiled: Georgia Aims to Ban Muslim Women off The Roads 11.16.2016 GEORGIA – State legislators are aiming to ban Muslim women from wearing a Burqa and other head coverings that might disguise their face when they are driving. House Bill 3, filed by state Rep. Jason Spencer, R-Woodbine, […]
Source: Washington Post By Matt Bonesteel LeBron James has added to his growing philanthropic portfolio with Thursday’s news that he, his charitable foundation and business partner Maverick Carter will donate […]