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Kashmiri students allege hijab discrimination in Bengaluru college, University starts inquiry

The Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) has initiated an investigation into allegations of religious discrimination after four female students from Jammu Kashmir were reportedly barred from attending classes at a Bengaluru-based nursing college for wearing the hijab or burqa.

‘Disrespecting Sahaba or Sunni symbols not our belief’: Shia clerics issue joint statement

On the occasion of Youm-e-Hussain, a gathering of nearly fifty Shia clerics in Kashmir issued a strong call for Muslim unity and religious restraint, warning against sectarianism and reaffirming respect for the beliefs and sanctities of the Sunni community.

Lasting peace in South Asia tied to Kashmir resolution: Allama Sajid Ali Naqvi

On the occasion of "Day of Accession to Pakistan" Pakistani Shia cleric Sajid Ali Naqvi issued a powerful message highlighting that regional peace in South Asia is intrinsically linked to the resolution of the Kashmir issue.

Kashmiris celebrating ‘Pakistan Accession Day’

Kashmiris on both sides of the Line of Control and around the world are observing Accession to Pakistan Day today, reaffirming their unwavering commitment to the ongoing struggle for freedom from Indian occupation and the complete integration of Jammu and Kashmir with Pakistan.

Jafariya Council condemns judicial complaints against Shia preachers in Kashmir

The Jafariya Communications Council of Azad Kashmir has strongly condemned the recent filing of what it describes as "baseless and provocative" judicial complaints against Shiite preachers in the Muzaffarabad region, warning that such actions could escalate sectarian tensions and threaten communal harmony.

Kashmiri religious scholars warn: Shia-Sunni unity is last line of defense against sectarian chaos

Prominent religious scholars and Friday prayer leaders of Jammu and Kashmir have issued a joint statement emphasizing that unity between Shia and Sunni Muslims is essential for the survival and strength of the Islamic Ummah.

India's support for Israel is about Islamophobia - Kashmir MP

As India’s ruling BJP deepens its Hindu nationalist agenda, marked by the erasure of Kashmir’s autonomy and a sharp turn against its Muslim minority, Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has emerged as one of the few voices willing to speak out.

Kashmiri Shia scholar: Captives of Karbala preserved spirit of Ashura amid oppression

Hujjat al-Islam Syed Hassan Mousavi, Chairman of the Shia Sharia Association of Jammu and Kashmir, emphasized the pivotal role of the captives of Karbala — the family of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) — in preserving and transmitting the message of Ashura through history.

ABNA Team Covers 8th Muharram Procession in Srinagar, Kashmir

In a historic and spiritually charged atmosphere, the 8th Muharram procession in Srinagar unfolded peacefully for the third consecutive year, with ABNA’s special correspondent, Zainab Askari, reporting on-ground from Kashmir to capture the essence of mourning in the heart of the valley.

Kashmiri Shia scholar condemns Israeli attacks on Iran as heinous crimes against humanity

Hujjat al-Islam Seyyed Hassan Mousavi Safavi, President of the Jammu and Kashmir Shia Sharia Association, has strongly condemned the recent Zionist regime’s attacks on the Islamic Republic of Iran, calling them criminal acts that flagrantly violate international law.

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Indian CM: Israel’s attack on Iran “totally unjustified

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said Israel’s attack on Iran was “totally unjustified” as the Islamic Republic did not give any reason to the Jewish state to wage a war against it. “As far as I know, Iran did not give any reason to Israel to carry out attacks on it. Israel, of its own will, waged war against the country, calling it a preemptive attack,” Abdullah told reporters here.

All J&K Shia Association president met LG to discuss arrangements for Muharram

President of the All Jammu & Kashmir Shia Association and General Secretary of J&K Peoples Conference, Molvi Imran Reza Ansari, met Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha to discuss critical arrangements ahead of the upcoming Muharram observances.

Pakistan objects PM Modi’s statement on Kashmir, terms it “misleading and baseless”

Pakistan has strongly objected to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks made during the inauguration of the Vande Bharat Express train in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir.

Famous Islamic scholar visits central office of Tanzeemul Makatib in Jammu & Kashmir + photos

Renowned Indian Islamic scholar and preacher of Ahlul Bayt (a.s.), Hujjatul Islam wal-Muslimeen Sayyed Aqeelul Gharavi, paid a special visit to the central office of Tanzeemul Makatib in Kashmir.

Seminaries are not merely center for academic instruction but a foundation for intellectual and ethical revolution -Indian Scholar

Hujjatul-Islam wal-Muslimeen Sayyed Aqeel-ul-Gharavi, a prominent Indian Islamic scholar said: is not merely a center for academic instruction but a foundation for intellectual and ethical revolution. 

Several people detained in Kashmir, India for using VPN

The crackdown on VPN usage came to light when residents in the Chenab Valley region of Jammu and Kashmir were reportedly detained under “technical surveillance” for using VPN services.

All Jammu & Kashmir Shia Association Steps Up Ashura Coordination Efforts

The gathering was held to discuss streamlining of this year’s Muharram and specifically Ashura processions and ensuring greater discipline, spiritual ambiance, and coordination among all participants.

All J&K Shia Association Organizes Free Medical Camp in Kashmir

In a significant step towards community welfare, the All Jammu & Kashmir Shia Association (AJKSA), under the leadership of Molvi Imran Raza Ansari, organized a free diagnostic medical camp at Imam Bargah Zadibal in collaboration with MedGenome Diagnostic Laboratory.

To Save Kashmir from becoming Palestine, reject Trump’s deceptive mediation – Allama Naqvi

Renowned Islamic thinker and prominent international orator, Allama Syed Jawad Naqvi, strongly criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s offer to mediate on the Kashmir issue during his Friday sermon at Jamia Al-Urwatul Wuthqa in Lahore. He described Trump’s proposal as “a ploy of savagery, racism, and global imperialism,” and outright rejected it.

"20,000 Indians killed in terrorist attacks": India blasts Pakistan at UN

Tensions between India and Pakistan have increased following the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam last month.