Audi to open RS divisions in South Africa
The primary focus is on enhanced performance from cars which are already fast on the road. Source: Local News
UNAOIL: THE COMPANY THAT BRIBED THE WORLD
A massive leak of confidential documents has for the first time exposed the true extent of corruption within the oil industry, implicating […]
Man arrested for raping a woman in a taxi
It’s alleged the taxi driver drove the woman to near Lion Park informal settlement where he raped her. Source: Local News
Hadith on Islam: The best Muslims are those with the best character
Jabir ibn Samurah reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Verily, obscenity and immorality are not part […]
The Cowards’ Wars by LUCIANA BOHNE
As flies to wanton boys are we to th’ gods. They kill us for their sport — Edgar in William Shakespeare’s “King […]
Hadith on Deeds: Among the good deeds of the Ummah are removing harmful things
Abu Dharr reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “I was presented with the good and evil deeds of […]
We know what Naxals are like. She is not one of them: Support for researcher Bela Bhatia in Bastar
It was just another day in the sleepy village of Parpa, eight kilometres south of Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh’s southern region of Bastar. […]
Calm in Mfuleni after night of unrest
Protesters wreaked havoc yesterday when they took to the streets over issues around land occupation. Source: Local News
Tripartite alliance leaders stand firm on no parole for Waluś
They’ve called for Janusz Waluś to ‘rot’ in jail for robbing South Africans of a noble leader. Source: Local News
Hadith on Pardon: Forgive punishments as a matter of chivalry and righteousness
Ibn Umar reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Waive the punishments with magnanimity, for that is […]
Hyderabad univ to demolish Rohith memorial, protests continue
Authorities at the University of Hyderabad have decided to demolish a memorial for Dalit research scholar Rohith Vemula, who committed suicide in […]
‘The ANC must recall their leader’
Julius Malema says EFF MPs will not allow Zuma to address the National Assembly or the NCOP. Source: Local News
UK: Poor reporting, media illiteracy fuel Islamophobia
The way the UK’s mainstream media covers certain issues relating to Muslims and the British Islamic community’s inability to represent itself are […]
Michael Masutha condemns judge who granted Janusz Waluś parole
Masutha says the judge misunderstood several legal aspects applicable to reviewing his parole decision. Source: Local News
Hadith on Debt: Allah will shade those who forgave their debtors on Judgment Day
Abu Qatadah reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Whoever gives relief to his debtor or waives […]
The government has come up with a whole new way to deal with the media
Is there a new pattern emerging in the way supposed media offences are dealt with? A pattern which has less to do […]
Hadith on Humility: The Prophet chooses to be a servant and not a king
Abu Huraira reported: Gabriel was with the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, and he looked towards the sky as an […]
Gauteng govt introduces team who will tackle racism
The team of 20 people will tackle racism over the next 3 years & focus on young people. Source: Local News
Lahore attack: India can’t afford a govt that directly or indirectly encourages majority extremism
Unfortunately, it could if India and its governments aren’t careful. And I don’t mean Pakistani terrorists from across the border which unfortunately […]
Motorist hands himself over after allegedly killing a traffic cop
The man allegedly knocked over and killed the officer and then fled the scene yesterday in Limpopo. Source: Local News
BJP’s attempt to define a nationalist as one who will say ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’ is a gross distortion of history
Written by P Chidambaram Slogans and elections are inseparable companions. When the Lok Sabha election of 2014 was imminent, the BJP named […]
Hadith on Sects: The Muslims will split into sects due to their infectious desires
Mu’awiyah reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “No doubt, the people of the Book before you […]
Stanford scholar casts new light on Hindu-Muslim relations
Stanford religious historian Audrey Truschke uncovers a surprising cultural alliance between Muslim and Hindu elites in early Sanskrit texts. Her findings could […]
Plato meets with communities over vigilante killings
Western Cape Community Safety MEC Dan Plato has condemned recent vigilante attacks. Source: Local News
Hadith on Tafsir: The cause of revelation for Surat at-Tahreem
Aisha reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, would spend time with his wife Zainab bint Jahsh and he would […]
High profile soccer player arrested for speeding
The man was arrested on the Golden Highway in Johannesburg last night. Source: Local News
Are ‘Water Wars’ imminent in Central Asia?
Kuva, Uzbekistan- This town sits in the corner of the most fertile piece of land between Iran and China. The overpopulated, Israel-sized […]
Blood-chilling VIDEO: IDF soldier seen shooting injured ‘Palestinian attacker’
Shocking footage has emerged online apparently showing an Israeli soldier executing a wounded Palestinian lying on the ground. The victim had reportedly […]
Over 2,000 cars per hour passing through N1 toll plazas
Traffic spokesperson Obed Sibasa says the number is likely to increase this evening. Source: Local News
Sufyan on Dua: What a servant dislikes is good if it causes him to supplicate
Ibn Abi Dunya reported: Sufyan ibn Uyaina, may Allah have mercy on him, said, “What a servant dislikes is better for him […]
Govt ‘deeply concerned’ about new ‘mystery drug’
Four deaths have so far been reported to the South African Police Services. Source: Local News
Boko Haram commander ‘can’t read the Koran and doesn’t know how to pray’
In a video posted online, Bulama Modu appears to admit “I don’t know how to read the Quran” while being interrogated over […]
After 80 million years on earth, a shy and scaly wild animal is rapidly dying out in India
A handful of animals hold public attention when it comes to wildlife conservation in India. The lion, tiger, rhino, and elephant receive […]
Buffalo City blows millions on ‘ghost events’
The DA has accused the municipality of spending close to R2.1million on events that never happened. Source: Local News
Atomic material smuggling racket busted, Rajasthan ATS arrests six
An anonymous tip-off has helped the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Intelligence Bureau and Rajasthan Police’s Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) join hands to […]
Ibn Mas’ud on Fatwa: Whoever issues religious judgments about all issues is senseless
Ibn Al-Qayyim reported: Ibn Mas’ud, may Allah be pleased with him, said, “Whoever issues a judgment (fatwa) to people about everything that […]
CT looking at R1.5m in damages following Du Noon protest
A MyCiTi bus was set alight & a bus terminus pelted with rocks yesterday. Several arrests were made. Source: Local News
Why are you bracketing me as a Muslim?: Asaduddin Owaisi on why he won’t say ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’
On March 3, the chief of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, Mohan Bhagwat,said that India’s youth should be taught to say “Bharat Mata ki […]
25% of Joburg suburbs without power due to planned maintenance
City Power said there hasn’t been power since midnight due to planned maintenance at the prospect substation. Source: Local News
Open Letter To Asaduddin Owaisi On ‘Bharat Mata’ Controversy: Mohd Asim
Dear Mr Owaisi, I write to you as a concerned citizen of this country. We have a lot of commonalities – we […]
Rand weakens against dollar
The currency is currently trading at around R15.34 to the US dollar. Source: Local News
Eskom is 3rd most desired company to work for
Professionals & students have listed Eskom among the top 3 companies they’d like to work for. Source: Local News
How Bharat mata became code for Hindu theocratic state
In 1905, Gujarati politician and writer KM Munshi asked Aurobindo Ghosh a question that has become a vital a century later: “How […]
In Mumbai, ISIS tag used on Muslims to settle scores
Among hundreds of episodes recorded over the past year that show how young Muslims have been branded IS recruiters, sympathisers or active […]
Gwede Mantashe: He’s not untouchable
Mantashe’s responded to questions over allegations of interference in politics by Zuma’s business friends. Source: Local News
‘We are proud Indian Muslims,’ declares MLA suspended for saying Jai Hind and Hindustan Zindabad instead of ‘Bharat Mata ki jai’
In a rare case of cross-party solidarity, members of Maharashtra’s Legislative Assembly voted on Wednesday to suspend All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen member […]
Mbeki praises Mentor ‘as an activist’, a valued MP’
Mentor claims a member of the Gupta family offered her the position of minister of public enterprises. Source: Local News
Hadith on Diyyah: The victim’s relatives my seek compensation or capital punishment
Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Whoever has a relative killed has two legal […]
Joe Slovo calm following violent taxi driver protest
Angry taxi drivers fear the expansion of the MyCiTi service in the area will threaten their livelihood. Source: Local News
Not just Vicks 500 and Corex: India has banned 344 drugs
One of India’s most popular medicines for cough and cold, Vicks Action 500 Extra, will not be available in chemist shops any […]
‘Being crowned Mrs World is an overwhelming achievement’
Candice Abrahams is back home after being crowned Mrs World at the weekend. Source: Local News
5 Hindu Outfit Members Held for Vandalising Church in Coimbatore
COIMBATORE: Following an act of vandalism perpetrated by members of some Hindu outfits at a church in Kalapatti, the Kovilapalayam police arrested […]
4 killed after filling station robbery in Kuils River
It’s believed officers opened fire on a vehicle they thought was being used by the robbers. Source: Local News
Oregon man smashes Buddhist monk’s head into a car while screaming about Muslims: BETHANIA PALMA MARKUS
A Buddhist monk was assaulted in Oregon by a man who mistook him for a Muslim, KATU reports. Kozen Sampson, 66, told […]
Hasan on Character: A concise description of the character of a true believer
Ibn Abdul Barr reported: Hasan Al-Basri, may Allah have mercy on him, said, “Verily, from the character of the believer is strength […]
Journalist among 22 detained by Israel in overnight raids
BETHLEHEM (Ma’an) — Israeli forces detained at least 21 Palestinians, including a journalist, in predawn raids across the occupied West Bank and […]
Transport minister: Taxi drivers must take responsibility for their negative image
Dipuo Peters says the taxi drivers have a duty to drive responsibly and minimise road deaths. Source: Local News
City of JHB calls for action after claims of assault by Pikitup workers
It’s understood private contractors instructed to clean up during the strike are now also being attacked. Source: Local News
Palestinians trapped in collapsed Gaza tunnel
Gaza City: Six Palestinians were trapped and another was missing Thursday after a Gaza smuggling tunnel collapsed, a local civil defence official […]
Zuma explains why disability portfolio was moved
President Jacob Zuma said the portfolio wouldn’t have been effective had it remained under the presidency. Source: Local News
In Kashmir, women are raped by security personnel: Kanhaiya Kumar
JNU students union president Kanhaiya Kumar found himself in a spot on Wednesday over remarks made by him at a student’s gathering […]
DA, EFF demand clarity over Gupta, Minister Jonas claims
Reports say Deputy Finance Minister Mcebisi Jonas was offered the National Treasury’s top job by the Guptas. Source: Local News
Hadith on Plunder: To steal from the enemy is unlawful
Tha’labah ibn Hakam reported: We came across some sheep of the enemy, so we plundered them and set up our cooking pots. […]
El Nino’s effects continue to be felt globally
The ongoing El Nino is expected to weaken as the second quarter of 2016 starts. Nevertheless, the phenomeon of the central and […]
Malik on Istihsan: Seeking the best ruling is nine tenths of knowledge
Az-Zarkashi reported: Malik ibn Anas, may Allah have mercy on him, said, “Seeking the best option (istihsan) is nine tenths of knowledge.” […]
Case against alleged UWC child rapist postponed
The 47-year-old man appeared in the Blue Downs Magistrates Court yesterday. Source: Local News
Kerala: RSS activists attack police station, six cops injured
Kollam: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) activists attacked a police station on Tuesday in Kerala’s Kollam district, in which six cops were injured […]
CT residents assured water in Zeekoeivlei not toxic
Officials have already removed more than 15,000 dead fish from the lake since Friday. Source: Local News
Raipur: Five injured as mob chanting ‘Jai Sri Ram’ vandalises church
Raipur : Five people were injured as a mob of alleged Bajrang Dal members barged into a church in Khamardih, Chhattisgarh on […]
Police investigate cause of Magoebaskloof bus crash
10 people died & 40 others were injured when the driver lost control of the bus. Source: Local News
Hadith on Backbiting: You have just eaten the flesh of your brother by backbiting him
Abdullah ibn Mas’ud reported: We were sitting with the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, when a man stood to leave. […]
“Extrajudicial killings” and “torture” rife in Egypt
Human rights activists have slammed Egypt’s security forces for resorting to “extrajudicial killings” and “torture” in dealing with dissidents amid the silence of […]
#Elections2016: Last day of special registration weekend
People can register or check their details at voting stations across the country from 8am-5pm. Source: Local News
Boko Haram Falls Victim To A Food Crisis It Created
MORA, CAMEROON: At first, the attack had all the hallmarks of a typical Boko Haram assault. Armed fighters stormed a town on […]
Pistorius’s legal team on a mission to prevent minimum sentence
Attorney Ulrich Roux says Pistorius will have to show substantial circumstances to get a reduced sentence. Source: Local News
Just like Paris, without the outrage: ISIS has carried out another horrific massacre in Iraq, but the media just yawned and moved on
ISIS massacred at least 40 people and wounded 58 more in a suicide bombing at a funeral in east Iraq on Monday. […]
First On EWN: #FNB investment scam claims more victims
Eyewitness News spoke to clients who say hundreds of thousands of their invested rands have disappeared. Source: Local News
Hadith on Knowledge: Whoever travels a path seeking knowledge will earn Paradise
Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Whoever travels a path in search on knowledge, […]
TV news anchor gets 2,000 threat calls after discussion on Mahishasur Jayanti, 5 arrested
ON FRIDAY night, she moderated a spirited discussion on a popular Malayalam TV news show on whether celebrating Mahishasur Jayanti could be […]
Sars hits out over claims to discredit its commissioner
This is the first comment by Sars on the claims against it and its commissioner, Tom Moyane. Source: Local News
Allah’s Apostle said, “One prayer in my Mosque is better than one thousand prayers in any other mosque excepting Al-Masjid-AI-Haram.”
Allah’s Apostle said, “One prayer in my Mosque is better than one thousand prayers in any other mosque excepting Al-Masjid-AI-Haram.” Source: HOTD
Al-Shabab attack: 30 civilians killed in south Somalia
At least 30 people were killed in twin bomb attacks claimed by al-Shabab at a busy traffic junction and a nearby restaurant […]
The Prophet said, “Whoever has seen me in a dream, then no doubt, he has seen me, for Satan cannot imitate my shape.”
The Prophet said, “Whoever has seen me in a dream, then no doubt, he has seen me, for Satan cannot imitate my […]
Syrian ceasefire: Getting aid to desperate civilians
With a precarious ceasefire holding in Syria for a second day, aid organisations geared up on Sunday to get desperately needed food […]
Petrol down by 69c per litre from Wednesday
The wholesale price of diesel will increase by up to 15 cents per litre. Source: Local News
Allah’s Apostle said, “On the Day of Resurrection, Allah will grasp the whole Earth by His Hand, and all the Heavens in His right, and then He will say, ‘I am the King.” Abu Huraira said, “Allah’s…
Allah’s Apostle said, “On the Day of Resurrection, Allah will grasp the whole Earth by His Hand, and all the Heavens in […]
Meet the refugees who fled war-torn Syria for the besieged and impoverished Gaza Strip.
On a bustling Gaza street lined with restaurants, juice vendors and shawarma stands, one facade immediately catches the eye: A large, modernist […]
Hadith on Mercy: If you have mercy on the sheep, Allah will have mercy on you
Qurra ibn Iyas reported: A man said, “O Messenger of Allah, I would have slaughtered a sheep but I had mercy on […]
‘Aisha reported: The Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon him’) often said while bowing and prostrating himself: “Glory be to Thee, O Allah, our Lord, and praise be to Thee, O Allah, forgive me,”…
‘Aisha reported: The Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon him’) often said while bowing and prostrating himself: “Glory be to Thee, […]
Pressure mounts on the Hawks after Sars war
Yesterday, Gordhan said group of people weren’t interested in the economic stability of the country. Source: Local News
SOS coalition ‘disappointed’ by Joyce Moloi-Moropa’s resignation
SOS Coalition’s Sekoetlane Phamodi says Moloi-Moropa’s resignation is a great loss for the committee. Source: Local News
Makhura deems e-tolls as ‘milking old cow’ in Sopa debate
Makhura says while he welcomes all constructive criticism he feels most of the debate was reduced to insults. Source: Local News
Abu Huraira reported that the Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon him) said: Who has observed fast among you today? Abu Bakr (Allah be pleased with him) replied: It is I. He (the Holy Prophet again)…
Abu Huraira reported that the Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon him) said: Who has observed fast among you today? Abu […]
Arnab Goswami poses a real danger to humanity and television news
The boast who squawks By: Anuradha Raman Ok, JNU. Take a candlelight march for Captain Pavan Kumar, who is also a degree […]
Jumuah Schedule
26 February 2016 Jumuah Schedule: Masjid Taqwa Masjid Uthman Masjid Abu Bakr Masjid Bilal Ml M. Akhalwaya Ml Abu Bakr Cajee Ml […]
We Must Heed This Warning By A Harvard Academic About RSS And Creeping Fascism
In January 2000, a Harvard academic wrote a piece in The Frontline titled The RSS Gameplan, describing a “creeping fascism” perpetrated by […]
Allah’s Apostle used to invoke thus: “O Allah! I seek refuge with You from miserliness, laziness; from old geriatric age the punishment in the grave; from the affliction of Ad-Dajjal; and from the…
Allah’s Apostle used to invoke thus: “O Allah! I seek refuge with You from miserliness, laziness; from old geriatric age the punishment […]
Varsity Cup Tournament suspended due to student protests
Organisers of the tournament say the safety of students, players and spectators is of priority to them. Source: Local News
Hadith on Marriage: She is your wife only if you treat her in the best way
Hujr ibn Qais reported: When Ali offered a marriage proposal to Fatimah, the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, […]
Homeopathy found to be effective for 0 out of 68 illnesses
A leading scientist has declared homeopathy a “therapeutic dead-end” after a systematic review concluded the controversial treatment was no more effective than […]
