Hadith on Enthusiasm: He has succeeded whose enthusiasm for Islam is proper and moderate
Abu Huraira reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Verily, everything has an enthusiasm and every enthusiasm has its […]
Mido Macia trial: 8 may still face murder charge
A defence attorney says the state has led evidence which partly puts the group at the scene. Source: Local News
The man who survived Hiroshima: ‘I had entered a living hell on earth’
It is not as if Sunao Tsuboi needs another reminder of his violent encounter, as a 20-year-old university student, with a “living […]
Malema trial: Court to decide on whether to proceed
Legal teams from both sides have had time to consider their arguments in terms of how the case proceeds. Source: Local News
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: He who does not thank Allah does not thank people.
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: He who does not thank Allah does not thank people. Source: HOTD
Hundreds of civilians killed in US-led air strikes on Isis targets – report
Airwars project details ‘credible reports’ of at least 459 non-combatant deaths, including 100 children, in 52 air strikes The air campaign against […]
First woman to oversee 60,000 employees in Saudi Aramco
Saudi Gazette report SAUDI state-run oil giant Aramco earlier this week appointed Huda Al-Ghosn as its executive director of employee relations […]
Allah’s Apostle said, “If the supper is served start having it before praying the Maghrib prayer and do not be hasty in finishing it.”
Allah’s Apostle said, “If the supper is served start having it before praying the Maghrib prayer and do not be hasty in […]
Qualifications are not everything – Sapu
Sapu says many policemen get the job done regardless of their educational qualifications. Source: Local News
Palestinian artist’s work to go on display in London after Channel 4’s Jon Snow smuggles it out of Gaza
Work by a Palestinian artist is to go on display in London after her paintings were smuggled out of Gaza by Channel […]
It is narrated on the authority of Jabir Ibn ‘Abdullah: There passed a bier and the Holy Prophet (may peace be upon him) stood up for it and we also stood up along with him. We said: Messenger of…
It is narrated on the authority of Jabir Ibn ‘Abdullah: There passed a bier and the Holy Prophet (may peace be upon […]
Ash-Shafi’ee on Debate: I do not mind if Allah brings the truth through my opponent
Abu Na’eem reported: Ash-Shafi’ee, may Allah have mercy on him, said, “I never debated anyone except that I would love for him […]
Cop killing cases to take first priority
A report released on Friday show that this year a total of 53 SAPS members have been killed. Source: Local News
Ibn ‘Umar reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: He who drank (wine) in this world would be deprived of it in the Hereafter.
Ibn ‘Umar reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: He who drank (wine) in this world would be deprived […]
Five arrested for JHB cop killing
An officer was gunned down while he and a colleague were responding to a complaint in Jeppestown. Source: Local News
Saudi father pardons his son’s killer if he memorizes the whole Quran
A Saudi father pardoned his son’s killer if he successfully memorized the Holy Quran, a local newspaper reported on Saturday. Rabi’a al-Dousary, […]
South Africans scramble to re-apply for hijacked UK visas
EWN yesterday revealed about 200 people lost their personal documents when a courier truck was hijacked. Source: Local News
The Prophet said, “When Allah created the Creation, He wrote in His Book… and He wrote (that) about Himself, and it is placed with Him on the Throne… ‘Verily My Mercy overcomes My Anger.'”
The Prophet said, “When Allah created the Creation, He wrote in His Book… and He wrote (that) about Himself, and it is […]
LUCKNOW: One person was killed and many were injured on Wednesday in a communal clash in Uttar Pradesh’s Rampur district, police said. Tension was reported in Milkepur village on Tuesday night when an altercation over a trivial issue spun out of control between Hindus and Muslims.
LUCKNOW: One person was killed and many were injured on Wednesday in a communal clash in Uttar Pradesh’s Rampur district, police said. […]
Hadith on Islam: This religion will reach everywhere in the world and honor the believers
Tameem Ad-Dari reported: I heard the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, say, “This matter will certainly reach every […]
The Apostle of Allah (peace_be_upon_him) said: There are three (persons) whose actions are not recorded: a sleeper till he awakes, an idiot till he is restored to reason, and a boy till he reaches…
The Apostle of Allah (peace_be_upon_him) said: There are three (persons) whose actions are not recorded: a sleeper till he awakes, an idiot […]
Tembisa shooting: Suspects may be linked to other crimes
A provincial task team arrested the five suspects at a guesthouse last night and confiscated six firearms. Source: Local News
Israel takes control of illegal West Bank homes
Israeli authorities have taken control of illegal homes being built in the occupied West Bank, prompting clashes between Jewish settlers and Israeli border […]
Clive Rice hailed as a ‘cricketing genius’
The former Transvaal player passed away yesterday at the age of 66. Source: Local News
OIC: Violations against Al-Aqsa Mosque feed extremism
The Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Iyad Amin Madani has strongly condemned the storming of the Al-Aqsa Mosque by […]
Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: The satan touches every son of Adam on the day when his mother gives birth to him with the exception of Mary and her son.
Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) as saying: The satan touches every son of Adam on the day […]
Allah’s Apostle said, “Anyone whom Allah has given wealth but he does not pay its Zakat, then, on the Day of Resurrection, his wealth will be presented to him in the shape of a bald-headed poisonous…
Allah’s Apostle said, “Anyone whom Allah has given wealth but he does not pay its Zakat, then, on the Day of Resurrection, […]
Soon, robots to get better at identifying objects
According to lead author Sudeep Pillai, of MIT, new object-recognition systems first try to identify the boundaries between objects. MIT scientists, including […]
Malema calls on Vavi, Numsa & Amcu to unite workers
Julius Malema has urged Vavi and Numsa to form a stronger federation to rival Cosatu. Source: Local News
US killer drone strike leaves 5 dead in eastern Afghanistan
At least five people have been killed in a US terror drone strike in the eastern Afghan province of Nangarhar, officials say. […]
Allah’s Apostle said, “Shall I inform you of the biggest of the great sins?” They said, “Yes, O Allah’s Apostle!” He said, “To join partners in worship with Allah, and to be undutiful to one’s…
Allah’s Apostle said, “Shall I inform you of the biggest of the great sins?” They said, “Yes, O Allah’s Apostle!” He said, […]
Hadith on Prayer: Pray as if you are saying farewell to the world
Abu Ayyub reported: A man came to the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, and he said, “O Messenger of Allah, […]
Load shedding: Stage 2 kicks in at 8am
Eskom says the system is constrained because of a shortage of generating capacity. Source: Local News
Whitesburg gun shop owners declare store “Muslim-free”
WHITESBURG, Ky. (WYMT) – Owners of a Letcher County gun store fired off a round of controversy this week when they adopted […]
Sufyan on Confidence: If you know yourself, then you will not be harmed by slander and gossip
Ibn Al-Mubarak reported: Sufyan At-Thawri, may Allah have mercy on him, said, “If you know yourself, then you will not be harmed […]
Metrobus drivers now focused on ‘getting the basics right’
Metrobus has launched a turnaround strategy promising safer transport & drivers who are not overworked. Source: Local News
The Apostle of Allah (peace_be_upon_him) would offer two rak’ahs after every obligatory prayer except the dawn and the afternoon prayer.
The Apostle of Allah (peace_be_upon_him) would offer two rak’ahs after every obligatory prayer except the dawn and the afternoon prayer. Source: HOTD
Palestinian resistance will end when the Israeli occupation ends
The Deputy Chairman of Hamas has said that the Palestinian resistance in the occupied West Bank is the legitimate exercise of the […]
Metrobus launches turnaround strategy
The company has come under fire since the beginning of the year for a number of fatal crashes. Source: Local News
The Prophet used to seek refuge with Allah (by saying), “O Allah! I seek refuge with You from the affliction of the Fire and from the punishment in the Fire, and seek refuge with You from the…
The Prophet used to seek refuge with Allah (by saying), “O Allah! I seek refuge with You from the affliction of the […]
Perfume distributor apologises for offensive bottle design
The Universal Society of Hinduism has called for a recall on the product, saying the bottle is offensive. Source: Local News
Hadith on Patience: A time will come when practicing Islam is like holding a hot coal
Anas ibn Malik reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “There will come a time of patience […]
Hijab: This girl slayed her high school with her awesome style
Abrar Shahin, an 18-year-old teen from Clifton High School in Clifton, New Jersey, was recently honoured with the Best Dressed award at […]
RSS Manch distributes Tulsi as ‘jannati jhaad’ to Muslims
LUCKNOW: If you think Tulsi is a revered plant only for Hindus then read this. RSS-backed Muslim Rashtriya Manch has got the […]
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: If anyone prays at night reciting regularly ten verses, he will not be recorded among the negligent; if anyone prays at night and recites a hundred verses, he…
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: If anyone prays at night reciting regularly ten verses, he will not be recorded among the negligent; if […]
Jhb firefighters will continue to battle via correct channels
The Labour Court has granted an interim order stopping the work-to-rule protest. Source: Local News
Listen to the Sound of Silence
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The Prophet said, “The example of a believer is that of a fresh tender plant, which the wind bends it sometimes and some other time it makes it straight. And the example of a hypocrite is that of a…
The Prophet said, “The example of a believer is that of a fresh tender plant, which the wind bends it sometimes and […]
RSS devaluing IITs-IIMs by branding them anti-Hindu, anti-national
Is it just a cultural outfit or does it have a role in guiding the political destiny of India? The RSS really […]
Rapping for change: The AddWord story
Tshepo Makopane, also known as AddWord, lives in one of Johannesburg’s infamous abandoned buildings. Source: Local News
The Prophet said, “It is not lawful for a Muslim to desert (not to speak to) his brother Muslim for more than three days while meeting, one turns his face to one side and the other turns his face to…
The Prophet said, “It is not lawful for a Muslim to desert (not to speak to) his brother Muslim for more than […]
Transport minister awaits comprehensive Prasa report
The Transport Department says Prasa’s board of directors need to keep the minister up to date. Source: Local News
Allah’s Apostle said, “The people will sweat so profusely on the Day of Resurrection that their sweat will sink seventy cubits deep into the earth, and it will rise up till it reaches the people’s…
Allah’s Apostle said, “The people will sweat so profusely on the Day of Resurrection that their sweat will sink seventy cubits deep […]
Jabir b. Samura reported: (The dead body) of a person who had killed himself with a broad-headed arrow was brought before the Apostle of Allah (may peace be upon him), but he did not offer prayers for…
Jabir b. Samura reported: (The dead body) of a person who had killed himself with a broad-headed arrow was brought before the […]
Motshekga visits newly build school on Mandela Day
Minister Angie Motshekga visited the school in Mvezo earlier today Chief Mandla Mandela. Source: Local News
Allah’s Apostle used to practise Itikaf in the last ten days of the month of Ramadan.
Allah’s Apostle used to practise Itikaf in the last ten days of the month of Ramadan. Source: HOTD
Over 100 injured in JHB train collision
Paramedics are moving in with stretchers and believe there are still people trapped inside the trains. Source: Local News
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: Any person who offers prayer at night regularly but (on a certain night) he is dominated by sleep will be given the reward of praying. His sleep will be…
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: Any person who offers prayer at night regularly but (on a certain night) he is dominated by sleep […]
‘WC outreach programme to help youth find jobs’
At least 500 young people attended the youth outreach programme on Thursday. Source: Local News
Eid Mubarak! Moon sighted – Eid Al Fitr will begin on Friday
Staff writer, Al Arabiya News Thursday, 16 July 2015 Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has announced Friday as the first day of Eid […]
Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) having said: By Him in Whose Hand is my life, if you were not to commit sin, Allah would sweep you out of existence and He would replace…
Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger (may peace be upon him) having said: By Him in Whose Hand is my life, if you […]
Four Eskom execs cleared of wrongdoing
They were suspended to allow for a transparent investigation into the troubles plaguing the power utility. Source: Local News
Iran, major powers agree historic nuclear deal
Vienna: Major powers clinched a historic deal Tuesday aimed at ensuring Iran does not obtain the nuclear bomb, opening up Tehran’s stricken […]
Menzi Simelane’s future as an advocate on the line
The Bar will question Simelane on why he lied during the Ginwala Inquiry. Source: Local News
Watch this live video of Mecca during Snapchat’s feature on the holy city
For days thousands of Muslims ran a persistent social media campaign advocating for Snapchat to feature Mecca in Saudi Arabia. They succeeded. […]
Damning discussion document emerges at Cosatu congress
Cosatu’s first deputy president was scathing in his criticism of the discussion document and its authors. Source: Local News
Bosnia still digging up its tortured past
Srebrenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina – The violent breakup of Yugoslavia at the end of the Cold War left a painful legacy. It is […]
Police hunt for Mayfair ‘kinpin’ helping immigrants with SA papers
The man is allegedly providing illegal immigrants with relevant documents to stay in the country. Source: Local News
Hadith on Night Decree: Supplication for forgiveness on Laylat Al-Qadr in Ramadan
Aisha reported: I said, “O Messenger of Allah, I see that you know which night is the Night of Decree. What should […]
Jamia gets Rs 3.5 cr grant to set up centre in the name of RSS icon
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has given a grant of Rs 3.5 crore to Jamia Millia Islamia so that it could start […]
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: If anyone sits at a place where he does not remember Allah, deprivation will descend on him from Allah; and if he lies at a place where he does not remember…
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: If anyone sits at a place where he does not remember Allah, deprivation will descend on him from […]
Operation Fiela: Was deployment of SANDF legal?
The Right2Know Campaign has called on Zuma to explain the army’s deployment to xenophobic hotspots. Source: Local News
Pollsmoor identifies Facebook instigators
Some of the inmate’s pictures include selfies and prisoners brandishing gang signs. Source: Local News
Abu Huraira (Allah be pleased with him) narrated It directly from Allah’s Apostle'(may peace be upon him) having said this: A prayer in my mosque is a thousand times more excellent than a prayer in…
Abu Huraira (Allah be pleased with him) narrated It directly from Allah’s Apostle'(may peace be upon him) having said this: A prayer […]
‘Mamelodi commuters will not be left stranded’
Taxi alliance says the province-wide stay away will be called off as impounded taxis will be returned. Source: Local News
US drone strikes in Afghanistan kill 43
At least 43 people have been killed in two separate US drone strikes in the eastern Afghan province of Nanagarhar, Press TV […]
Vatican refuses to let Israel see details of agreement with Palestinians
Haaretz said on Tuesday that the Vatican has rejected requests by Israeli diplomats to see the text of an agreement signed between […]
Amcu walks out of gold sector talks
Gold mine producers say it would be ‘irresponsible’ to agree to Amcu’s demand as it’s unaffordable. Source: Local News
A dead person was brought to the Prophet so that he might lead the funeral prayer for him. He asked, “Is he in debt?” When the people replied in the negative, he led the funeral prayer. Another dead…
A dead person was brought to the Prophet so that he might lead the funeral prayer for him. He asked, “Is he […]
Meet the most educated garbage collector Sunil Yadav
Mumbai, July 07: Sunil Yadav, 36 has earned four degrees in the last nine years but works as garbage collector with the […]
Xhosa chess terminology created
IsiXhosa-speaking chess players in South Africa can now boast their own terminology book for the game. Source: Local News
Jordan says it has foiled Iran-backed bomb attack
July 06: Jordanian authorities have foiled a “terrorist” attack and arrested an Iraqi man in possession of explosives said to have come […]
Marikana lawyers: It’s too soon to charge anyone
An attorney says while some charges against miners were withdrawn, it’s too soon to re-arrest anyone. Source: Local News
Hadith on Rights: Your own body has rights over you, so take care of it
Aisha reported: The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, sent for Uthman ibn Mazh’un and he came. The Prophet said, “O […]
Idea of India conclave: Media
Source: Islamic News Daily
Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon him) said: When the Mu’adhdhin calls to prayer, Satan runs back vehemently.
Abu Huraira reported: The Messenger of Allah (may peace be upon him) said: When the Mu’adhdhin calls to prayer, Satan runs back […]
Sulaiman on Fasting: You must behave with serenity and dignity while fasting
Ibn Mubarak reported: Sulaiman ibn Musa said, “When you fast, then let your hearing, seeing, and tongue fast from lies and do […]
Killing a cow is equal to raping a girl claims Hindu nationalist organisation as 30,000 Indian troops are told to stop the sacred animals being smuggled across the border into Bangladesh to be eaten
India is cracking down on cattle smuggling claiming killing a cow is the ‘equivalent to raping a Hindu girl’. The 30,000 Indian […]
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: He who is two-faced in this world will have two tongues of fire on the Day of Resurrection.
The Prophet (peace_be_upon_him) said: He who is two-faced in this world will have two tongues of fire on the Day of Resurrection. […]
450kg man responding well to treatment
He was moved into ICU after being diagnosed with double pneumonia, causing an infection in both lungs. Source: Local News
Killing or smuggling of ‘cow’ is like raping a Hindu girl: RSS
Hyderabad, July 03: RSS spokesman Jishnu Basu in West Bengal who shares a 2,216 km border with Bangladesh sparks a fresh controversy […]
The Prophet said, “By Allah, he does not believe! By Allah, he does not believe! By Allah, he does not believe!” It was said, “Who is that, O Allah’s Apostle?” He said, “That person whose neighbour…
The Prophet said, “By Allah, he does not believe! By Allah, he does not believe! By Allah, he does not believe!” It […]
Kruger Park leopard attack caught on camera
Plumb escaped the clutches of the animal’s claws by reversing the vehicle as the leopard chased it down. Source: Local News
Child welfare NGOs concerned over attacks on children
Two fathers, in separate incidents in the Western Cape, beat their two-year-old children. Source: Local News
Imam Hamid Slimi: Mosque raises money to repair Catholic church allegedly damaged by schizophrenic Muslim
When a Muslim leader heard that a member of his own community had vandalised a nearby church, he realised he had to […]
Saudi prince Alwaleed pledges $32bn to charity
Saudi Arabia’s billionaire Prince Alwaleed bin Talal has pledged his entire $32bn fortune to charitable projects over the coming years. The prince […]
Allah’s Apostle said, “If you knew that which I know you would laugh little and weep much.”
Allah’s Apostle said, “If you knew that which I know you would laugh little and weep much.” Source: HOTD
Tripartite alliance declares renewed unity
ANC Secretary General Gwede Mantashe says divisions in the alliance must be dealt with decisively. Source: Local News
NIA cop Devidass Vaishnav uses terror information in Ahmedabad extortion bid
NEW DELHI: The National Investigation Agency constable accused of an extortion bid on an Ahmedabad businessman had threatened the person by linking […]
Allah’s Apostle said, “When the people of Paradise have entered Paradise, and the people of the Fire have entered the Fire, Allah will say. ‘Take out (of the Fire) whoever has got faith equal to a…
Allah’s Apostle said, “When the people of Paradise have entered Paradise, and the people of the Fire have entered the Fire, Allah […]
