News for 'Imam'

Radicalism is a common threat: 9/11 mosque leader

Radicalism is a common threat: 9/11 mosque leader

Rediff.com30 Aug 2010

Imam Abdul Rauf, who is heading plans to build a Muslim community centre near the site of attacks of 9/11 attacks in New York, asked the followers of all faiths to join hands against radicalism, which he says exists in all religions.

'US has more blood on its hands than Al Qaeda'

'US has more blood on its hands than Al Qaeda'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

"We tend to forget, in the West, that the United States has more Muslim blood on its hands than al-Qaeda has on its hands of innocent non-Muslims," Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf said in a question-and-answer session at Australia's Bob Hawke Prime Ministerial Centre in 2005.

Warner savours unbeaten triple-century to put Pakistan on ropes

Warner savours unbeaten triple-century to put Pakistan on ropes

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

David Warner scored a sparkling, unbeaten triple hundred after before being reprieved by another no-ball as Australia declared their first innings closed at 589 for three before the dinner-break on Day 4 of the second Test against Pakistan, at the Adelaide Oval, on Saturday.

Pak: Militant linked to UN office blast arrested

Pak: Militant linked to UN office blast arrested

Rediff.com20 Nov 2009

Pakistani police on Friday said they had arrested a militant suspected to be linked to several suicide attacks in the country, including on the office of the United Nations food agency in the federal capital of Islamabad in which five persons were killed.

27 dead as Islamic State attacks mosque in Kuwait

27 dead as Islamic State attacks mosque in Kuwait

Rediff.com27 Jun 2015

An explosion at a Shiite mosque in Kuwait City after Friday prayers left 27 dead, according to news agent AFP.

15 killed, 20 injured in blast at mosque in Pakistan's Quetta

15 killed, 20 injured in blast at mosque in Pakistan's Quetta

Rediff.com11 Jan 2020

Deputy superintendent of police Amanullah was among the 15 people killed in the incident

A Messiah For Humanity Passes Into The Ages

A Messiah For Humanity Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Where does one find a man who shows no bitterness or animosity towards Hindus, even after a frenzied Hindu mob burnt his house down?, Jyoti Punwani asks in this tribute to a truly extraordinary Indian.

PHOTOS: Thousands say farewell to Saudi's King Abdullah

PHOTOS: Thousands say farewell to Saudi's King Abdullah

Rediff.com24 Jan 2015

Thousands gathered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to pay their respects to King Abdullah, who died early on Friday.

Man arrested with live bullet at Kejriwal's residence

Man arrested with live bullet at Kejriwal's residence

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

He was among the 13 people, including Muslim clerics, who had gone to Kejriwal's Janata Darbar with a request to increase the salary provided by the Waqf Board.

Big task ahead for in-transition Pakistan

Big task ahead for in-transition Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Sep 2019

Sarfaraz says Pak ready for World Test Championship challenge

Hail Captain Kohli!

Hail Captain Kohli!

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

Virat's captaincy may have come of age in this competition.

A tribute to Syed Abdullah Bukhari

A tribute to Syed Abdullah Bukhari

Rediff.com8 Jul 2009

A close aide of Imam Bukhari, Dr Zafarul Islam Khan recollects the role played by him for Muslims.

Curfew-like curbs reimposed in Kashmir to foil Muharram processions

Curfew-like curbs reimposed in Kashmir to foil Muharram processions

Rediff.com10 Sep 2019

The processions stand banned in Kashmir since 1990 when armed insurgency began.

Bangladesh first team to have two concussion substitutes in one day

Bangladesh first team to have two concussion substitutes in one day

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

Das was retired hurt after being hit on his head at the stroke of lunch at the Eden Gardens

Maulanas to Modi: We are not outsiders in Hindustan

Maulanas to Modi: We are not outsiders in Hindustan

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi, chief imam of the All India Imam Organisation, who led a delegation of 30 Muslims to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 3, tells Prasanna D Zore/Rediff.com how the meeting came about and what was discussed during the 75-minute convivial meet.

Bio-bubbles could affect mental health, warns Waqar Younis

Bio-bubbles could affect mental health, warns Waqar Younis

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

Waqar Younis said that he is worried that players in Pakistan might face mental health issues if cricket continued to be played for more time in the COVID-19 situation.

Cricket Buzz: Windies and Bangladesh to play T20 matches in Florida

Cricket Buzz: Windies and Bangladesh to play T20 matches in Florida

Rediff.com16 May 2018

West Indies and Bangladesh will play two Twenty20 matches in Florida in August, Cricket West Indies (CWI) announced on Tuesday.

'Former Pak players willing to work in toilets'

'Former Pak players willing to work in toilets'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2019

Tanveer gained a lot of prominence due to his controversial comments since becoming a full time expert and cricket analyst on television channels.

Bigg Boss: Vishal, Rajev take Sana on a date

Bigg Boss: Vishal, Rajev take Sana on a date

Rediff.com21 Dec 2012

Here's a recap of the latest episode.

2nd Test: South Africa need 41 runs to beat Pakistan

2nd Test: South Africa need 41 runs to beat Pakistan

Rediff.com5 Jan 2019

South Africa will need to knock off just 41 runs on Sunday to beat Pakistan in the second Test and take a winning 2-0 lead in the three-test series despite Pakistan providing gallant resistance on the third day at Newlands.

Babar, Shinwari star as Pak win historic Karachi ODI

Babar, Shinwari star as Pak win historic Karachi ODI

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

Shinwari rattled the top order as he scalped three of the opening five wickets.

Bangladesh opener Kayes ruled out with injury

Bangladesh opener Kayes ruled out with injury

Rediff.com6 Feb 2017

Middle-order batsman Mosaddek Hossain called in as replacement

'ISIS will never hold sway in J&K'

'ISIS will never hold sway in J&K'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2016

'These inhuman people will never find a place in Jammu & Kashmir or hold in any sway over the youth here.'

3rd Test: Gritty Azhar Ali leads Pakistan out of trouble

3rd Test: Gritty Azhar Ali leads Pakistan out of trouble

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

Azhar, who finished the day unbeaten on 62 off 169 balls, helped Pakistan recover from the loss of two early wickets to trail New Zealand by 135 runs with seven wickets remaining.

We haven't seen the best of Babar Azam yet: Ponting

We haven't seen the best of Babar Azam yet: Ponting

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

'He is a really exciting talent and probably the guy I am looking forward to seeing the most this summer. I have seen the Aussies a lot and I have seen a lot of the Kiwis, but I am really excited to see him'

Guj, Kerala families mourn for loved ones killed in NZ shooting

Guj, Kerala families mourn for loved ones killed in NZ shooting

Rediff.com17 Mar 2019

A father-son duo killed in the attack hailed from Vadodara and their family back home is shattered.

LeT chief's brother deported from US to Pak

LeT chief's brother deported from US to Pak

Rediff.com4 Jun 2007

Imam Hafiz Muhammad Hamid, Saeed's brother, was deported on Sunday and is expected to arrive in Pakistan on Tuesday morning, Daily Times reported from Washington on Monday.

Bukhari backs Cong; says communalism bigger threat than corruption

Bukhari backs Cong; says communalism bigger threat than corruption

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

Shahi Imam of Jama Masjid Syed Ahmed Bukhari on Friday declared his support to Congress saying it will "strengthen" secularism and termed communalism as "bigger threat" to the country than corruption.

Bakr Eid to be celebrated on December 21

Bakr Eid to be celebrated on December 21

Rediff.com11 Dec 2007

The announcement was made by chief priests of two prominent mosques in the capital, the Fatehpuri Masjid and the Jama Masjid on Tuesday.

COVID-19 and lockdown dampens Eid festivities

COVID-19 and lockdown dampens Eid festivities

Rediff.com23 May 2020

The scare of the pandemic, lockdown restrictions, as well as mass exodus of migrants from the city have deprived Eid of the usual festivity.

Naseem leads fightback as Pakistan host first Test in a decade

Naseem leads fightback as Pakistan host first Test in a decade

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

Pakistan's teenage fast bowler Naseem Shah led the hosts' recovery against Sri Lanka on a riveting opening day as Test cricket returned to the country on Wednesday for the first time since a militant attack in 2009.

TV serial launched in saas-bahu temple!

TV serial launched in saas-bahu temple!

Rediff.com29 Apr 2019

The 1,000-year-old Sahastrabahu temple is dedicated to mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law, and the relationship they share.

2nd Test, Day 1 PHOTOS: England on top against Pakistan

2nd Test, Day 1 PHOTOS: England on top against Pakistan

Rediff.com1 Jun 2018

England made a bright start to their second Test against Pakistan at Headingley on Friday, after being hammered at Lord's last week, with Stuart Broad taking two early wickets and the visitors reduced to 68-4 at lunchtime.

Former President Clinton will give eulogy for Ali at interfaith service

Former President Clinton will give eulogy for Ali at interfaith service

Rediff.com5 Jun 2016

Former American President Bill Clinton will be among those giving a eulogy for Muhammad Ali at an interfaith service in the boxer's hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, the family announced.

Zaman smashes double ton as Pakistan crush Zimbabwe

Zaman smashes double ton as Pakistan crush Zimbabwe

Rediff.com20 Jul 2018

Opening batsman Fakhar Zaman became Pakistan's first double centurion in one-day internationals, when he smashed 210 off 156 deliveries against Zimbabwe at Bulawayo on Friday.

Despite violence, devout throng to Karbala

Despite violence, devout throng to Karbala

Rediff.com8 Mar 2007

First Look of Shiite Muslims praying at Karbala.

Pakistan can't afford to leave Amir out of T20 WC squad: Arthur

Pakistan can't afford to leave Amir out of T20 WC squad: Arthur

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

Arthur described coaching the Pakistan team as a fulfilling period of his career.

Muslims may agitate like anti-quota protestors

Muslims may agitate like anti-quota protestors

Rediff.com30 May 2006

"Till date, I do not know anything regarding the initiatives taken by the government," Bukhari said.

Bihar blasts 'mastermind' Tehseen Akhtar's assets attached

Bihar blasts 'mastermind' Tehseen Akhtar's assets attached

Rediff.com11 Jan 2014

A joint team of the NIA and Bihar Police reached Tehseen's house in Maniyarpur village, about 12 km from the district headquarters, and attached the property in the presence of his father Wasim Akhtar and other family members, Officer in-Charge of Maniyarpur Police Station Asgar Imam said.

Bukhari plans Muslim confederation

Bukhari plans Muslim confederation

Rediff.com17 Mar 2006

The Imam has convened a National Conference of Muslims in New Delhi on Saturday, which is being attended by over 300 top Muslim clerics, scholars and religious heads.