Author: Arshia Malik

As I gained momentum in my research for my fellowship, stepping into a domain dominated by books, papers, journal articles, seminars, citations, and primary sources felt intimidating. Having spent much of my adult life in survival mode—balancing personal and familial responsibilities—I had long been aware of the disconnect between tenured academicians and their real-life subjects. […]

As I observe global trends, it is increasingly evident that the world is turning against Muslims and Islam. The reasons for this shift are manifold, but one glaring factor is the refusal of many Muslim societies to modernize and engage critically with contemporary realities. This rigidity, compounded by historical grievances and a failure to adapt […]

The Delhi High Court has lifted the 36-year-long import ban on Salman Rushdie’s controversial novel, “The Satanic Verses.” The court’s ruling, delivered on November 5, 2024, effectively nullifies the ban imposed by the Rajiv Gandhi government in 1988, which had prohibited the book’s import into India due to its alleged blasphemous content. The case was […]

In the aftermath of the 2024 U.S. elections, it’s clear that America is facing an ideological divide that nearly swung a victory to the Left. While the election results brought a surprise win for Trump, the liberals and the woke uploading videos of their mental breakdown and hair-shaving protests online underscores the pervasive influence of […]

In a landmark reminder of India’s constitutional supremacy, the recent Madras High Court ruling has reiterated a fundamental principle: no religious law or council can surpass the authority of the Indian legal system. This decision, rooted in the case of a Muslim couple whose contested divorce was facilitated by a Shariat Council, underscores an urgent […]

Ratan Tata, the esteemed Indian industrialist and philanthropist, passed away on October 9, 2024, at the age of 86. He was a visionary leader who transformed the Tata Group into a global conglomerate, acquiring iconic brands like Jaguar Land Rover and Tetley. His contributions to business and philanthropy have left an indelible mark on India […]

Zakir Naik has sparked controversy with his recent remarks in Pakistan. He equated single women to prostitutes, which has led to widespread backlash. Social media users condemned his misogynistic and chauvinistic comments, igniting outrage. This isn’t the first time Naik has faced criticism for his inflammatory statements. His recent tour in Pakistan has only added […]

While campaigning for the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections, Omar Abdullah’s speeches were downright seditious. The National Conference’s manifesto is about restoring Article 370 and undoing everything that the LG administration has worked for and towards in these five years, that is, development, economic stabilisation and growth and of course, dealing with the cross-border terrorism […]

The Tirupati laddu controversy arose when allegations surfaced that animal fat was used in the ghee for the famous laddus, sparking outrage among devotees and politicians. Former Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu accused the previous YSRCP government of using substandard ingredients. In response, the current government formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate […]

The institution of waqf may sound like a noble charity rooted in Islamic tradition, but dig deeper, and you’ll find an intriguing story of property management, historical manoeuvring, and power preservation that echoes through India’s legal and political landscape. Derived from the Arabic verb waqafa (to stop or hold), a waqf essentially ‘locks’ assets, rendering […]