Why censor freedom of expression only in case of anti-Semitism?
The Express Tribune: by Kaiser Bengali. The publication of sacrilegious cartoons in France and the release of a blasphemous video on YouTube by a US-based man are more recent events that are […]
Burning of church in Mardan condemned by Pakistan Interfaith League (PIL)
Source: The News Islamabad: The Pakistan Interfaith League (PIL) has condemned the unfortunate incident of burning of a historic church and its attached buildings in Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa late Friday afternoon. A crowd targeted the historic ‘Sarhadi Lutheran Church’, built back in 1937 and set it on fire. In the […]
Slitting throats of our own brothers to protest others’ blasphemy: Altaf Hussain
Source: ET By Ema Anis Published: September 26, 2012 MQM chief condemns Ishq-e-Rasool Day riots, says ‘extremists and terrorists’ looted everything. PHOTO: MQM/ FILE KARACHI: Issuing a strong condemnation against the Ishq-e-Rasool Day riots, Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) leader Altaf Hussain said that the people of Pakistan, to protest against blasphemy […]
Jakarta: election victory for challenging duo, ethnic Chinese Christian deputy governor
By Mathias Hariyadi According to exit polls, Jokowi-Ahok ticket has won (with 53% of the vote). Analysts and experts speak of “historic victory “, which will be also reflected in the national political landscape. Jakarta (AsiaNews) – It has yet to be officially confirmed but according to the exit polls […]
Ban: Door may be closing for Mideast peace
ARAB NEWS Wednesday 26 September 2012 NEW YORK: UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said yesterday the “door may be closing, for good” on a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, saying […]
Anti-Islam movie: Ahmadiyyas to hold peace conference
Yudhvir Rana, TIMES OF INDIA AMRITSAR: Even as Muslims across the world are fuming over controversial movie “Innocence of Muslims” that has hurt their religious sentiments, Ahmadiyyas have decided to […]
Hypocrisy
The Express Tribune: by Anum Fatima. Why is it difficult for us to bear consequences of seeds of offence we have sown for Christians, Hindus, Ahmadis? As a nation that breeds on hypocrisy, it is not surprising that the last week saw mayhem descend in the country. Cinemas were set ablaze, […]
Burmese Muslims-Stop Genocide in Burma Appeal
Rally to Stop Genocide in Burma Let’s stand in solidarity with Ms. Suu Kyi’s struggle for freedom in Burma. Let it be for all including Rohingya Muslims. Ask Aung San Suu Kyi to raise her voice against genocide and discrimination in Burma Ask Ms. Suu Kyi to speak up against […]
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Twenty Seven new islands emerge in Aceh, Indonesia
REPUBLIKA: About 27 new islands emerge in the marine in Simeulue, Aceh, on the aftermath of earthquake and tsunami in December 2004. The new islands are showing the signs of […]
When a Christian charity keeps a madarasa running
Source: The Hindu At a time of unprecedented violence and unrest in parts of the world over the anti-Islamic film Innocence of Muslims, a heartening example of communal harmony and respect for other faiths is being set in a nondescript gali at Sundar Nagari in East Delhi. Three years ago, […]
Retired Muslim teacher leads way for Assam Hindu temple repair
Source: Indian Express Although an undercurrent of communal tension continues to grip Dhubri district in western Assam following the desecration of a Kali temple on September 7 in the heart of the district town, a retired Muslim teacher has come forward with a donation of Rs 5,000 for repair of […]
5 Insights From the World’s Religions
Source: The Huffington Post By Jeffrey Small: Author, ‘The Breath of God’ We fear what we do not understand. Creating opportunities for those of different faiths to interact can reveal that […]
China’s first aircraft carrier enters service
Source: BBC China’s first aircraft carrier has entered into service, the Defence Ministry says. The 300m (990ft) Liaoning – named after the province where it was refitted – is a […]
Jordan to host World Economic Forum in 2013
AMMAN — Jordan will host the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) for the seventh time at the Dead Sea, slated for May […]
Israeli defense chief proposes West Bank pullout
BY: JOSEF FEDERMAN | AP Monday 24 September 2012 JERUSALEM: Israel’s defense minister called for a unilateral pullout from much of the West Bank in published comments Monday, saying Israel must take “practical steps” if peace efforts with the Palestinians remain stalled. The comments by Defense Minister Ehud Barak appeared […]
King launches largest expansion of Prophet’s Mosque
YOUSUF MUHAMMAD Tuesday 25 September 2012 MADINAH: Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah laid the foundation stone for the largest expansion of the Prophet’s Mosque here yesterday. The […]
Syrian war threatening region
ARAB NEWS Tuesday 25 September 2012 NEW YORK: International envoy Lakhdar Brahimi says the civil war in Syria threatens to spill across the Middle East and is “extremely bad and […]
The post-film scenario
The Express Tribune: by Yaqoob Khan Bangash. The governor of Punjab, Latif Khosa, remarked on September 22, that while Pope Benedict XVI has spoken out against the case of Rimsha Masih, the Vatican has remained silent on the anti-Islam film. Excusing the fact that the honourable governor has not had a […]