The 2023-24 ESL results have been unveiled, showcasing Fatima Samiha’s remarkable achievement. Hailing from Chikkamagalur district, Fatima, a student of Sri Sadguru Vidyamandir in Basarikatte, chose Sanskrit as her primary language and achieved a perfect score of 125 out of 125 marks in the subject.
Her exceptional performance extends across other subjects as well, with scores of 99 in Kannada, 94 in English, 83 in Mathematics, 69 in Science, and 100 in Social Science, resulting in an impressive overall score of 590 out of 625 marks, equivalent to 94.4%.
Fatima is the daughter of Muhammad Rafiq from Chikkamagaluru and Selikhat Begum from Panemangalore.
source: http://www.thehindustangazette.com / The Hindustan Gazette / Home> News> Latest News / by The Hindustan Gazette / May 12th, 2024
Dr. Ayesha Sultana stands as a beacon of innovation in the realm of Islamic education, particularly for youth and women, through her pioneering online initiatives. Armed with a profound grasp of both Islamic studies and psychology, Dr. Sultana is on a steadfast mission to imbue moral values and Islamic teachings in the hearts of the youth, with a special focus on empowering women, through accessible and dynamic courses.
Her latest endeavor, the “Taalimul Islam Certificate Course,” stands as a testament to her unwavering dedication to delivering high-quality education. Tailored for children up to 14 years old, this comprehensive 10-week online program provides an interactive platform to acquire fundamental Islamic knowledge. Transitioning seamlessly from physical to online classes, Dr. Sultana, former assistant secretary of the Women’s Wing of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Telangana, has impacted over 1500 women during the pandemic.
Under the esteemed banner of Al Huda, Dr. Sultana established the Ayat Al-Fariya Islamic Academy, a sanctuary of knowledge catering to women and children alike. Here, hundreds of women benefit from Quranic teachings and personality development courses, while children engage in interactive sessions on Quranic memorization and Islamic principles.
In her pursuit of holistic development, Dr. Sultana organizes summer short courses for children, blending physical activities with essential Islamic values. Moreover, she offers initiatives such as the “Fahm e Quran” course and “Talaash e Qadr” series for women, enriching their Ramadan experience.
Dr. Sultana’s commitment to empowering youth extends to organizing online competitions for children, where participants are recognized and awarded certificates and trophies for their accomplishments in various categories, including video competitions, speech contests, and oral exams. With 300 children joining the course and 100 already certified, the impact of her initiatives is palpable.
The journey of Al Huda Islamic School began in 2013 in Khammam, Telangana, under Dr. Sultana’s guidance. Initially offering offline classes for women, complete with free transportation facilities, the school provided courses such as Certificate in Islamic Studies, Diploma and Memorization of Quran, Basic Arabic Grammar, Tafseer, Seerah, and Personality Development until 2018. Hundreds of women benefited from these courses, with many now actively involved with Jamaat-e-Islami Hind as volunteers and members.
Dr. Sultana’s dedication to education led her to conduct motivational lectures in numerous colleges, including medical and engineering institutions, and to organize moral classes for school children. Despite her busy schedule as the assistant secretary and Dawah secretary of Telangana, she spearheaded various women empowerment programs throughout the region. With the onset of the pandemic in 2019, she seamlessly transitioned to online classes, offering a plethora of courses and short programs for women, including Akse Furqan, Dawah classes, Qasal ul Ambiya course, Qurb e Ilaahi, and numerous quiz and exam series, engaging over 1500 women.
In 2023, Dr. Sultana expanded her online educational initiatives with the establishment of Ayat Al Fariya Online Academy under the auspices of Al Huda Islamic School. Introducing short courses for women, such as Tafseer and Memorization of Surah Mulk, Surah Rahman, and Surah Yaseen, the academy continued to positively impact hundreds of women. Additionally, pre-Ramadan courses like Shahru Ramadan, along with courses during Ramadan such as Fahm e Quran and Talaash e Qadr series, were conducted, benefitting a vast number of participants.
Despite her demanding schedule, Dr. Sultana remains resolute in her commitment to providing education free of charge.
Her recent accolades, including the Rastra Ratna Puraskar Award from the Veniyl Foundation, attest to her dedication to nurturing young minds. Additionally, she has been recognized with the Best Educator and Academician Award from the Book of Excellence and the Worthy Well Foundation, earning her a place in the prestigious Book of World Records.
Beyond her educational initiatives, Dr. Sultana is also an accomplished author, with titles such as “Beyond Ramadan” and “Embodied Wisdom” under her belt. As the Assistant Editor of Radiance News Portal and a member of the Aware Trust at Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Markaz, she continues to inspire and empower individuals through her tireless efforts in education and community development.
In line with her commitment to continuous improvement and advancement, Dr. Sultana announces the upcoming launch of the Taalimul Islam Level 2 advanced course for children from May 16th to May 31st. This 15-day program will further enrich the educational journey of young learners under her guidance.
Dr. Ayesha Sultana’s tireless dedication to Islamic education and community development continues to leave an indelible mark, inspiring countless individuals to pursue knowledge and virtue.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Features> Pride of the Nation> Markers of Excellence / by Radiance News Bureau / May 11th, 2024
Oomerabad Village (Tirupathur District, Ambur Taluk), TAMIL NADU :
Renowned Islamic scholar and Chancellor of Jamia Darussalam Oomerabad, Maulana Kaka Sayeed Ahmed Oomeri, has passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, in Oomerabad, Tamil Nadu. He also held the esteemed position of Vice President of the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB).
Maulana Kaka Sayeed Ahmed Oomeri hailed from the distinguished Kaka family of Oomerabad, renowned for their enduring contributions to education and philanthropy. The family’s legacy dates back to his great-grandfather, the esteemed philanthropist and hides and skins merchant, Kaka Mohammad Oomer Sahib. In 1924, Kaka Mohammad Oomer Sahib founded Jamia Darussalam College, a testament to his commitment to education. The college’s location, Oomerabad, was named in honor of his invaluable contributions.
Jamia Darussalam, now a part of a broader educational society, remains a beacon of education and service. It encompasses a Tamil medium primary school, an Urdu medium primary school, a technical institute focusing on computer education, and Jamia Hospital, a comprehensive healthcare facility catering to the community’s healthcare needs.
The passing of Maulana Kaka Sayeed Ahmed Oomeri leaves a profound void in the scholarly and educational spheres. However, his enduring contributions and teachings will continue to inspire generations to come. The entire community extends heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and associates during this period of mourning.
source: http://www.muslimmirror.com / Muslim Mirror / Home> Obituary / by Muslim Mirror Desk / May 11th, 2024
Mohd Akeel, a 22-year-old Aeronautical engineer hailing from Ladakh has become the first person from the frontier region to be selected as the Air Safety Officer in the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
Akeel cleared the Union Public Services Commission’s national examination held for selecting Air safety officers for 2023.
People are congratulating Akeel on social media, praising his achievement at such a young age, and calling it a breaking the barriers phenomenon.
Akeel is one of the youngest people to clear this coveted examination.
He belongs to the village Sankoo Thangdumbdur, located about 42 km from Kargil town in the Union territory of Ladakh.
source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> Story / by Aasha Khosa, ATV / May 08th, 2024
Saria Khan of Lucknow has become the second topper in the International Council for Schools Certification (ICSC) Board.
Saria Khan’s family lives in the middle-class neighborhood of Daliganj in the city. Her father Rais Khan is a lawyer by profession. She has two brothers senior to her.
After her results were declared, Saria said since she has an interest in Biology, she wants to become a doctor. She says medicine is a profession in which there is an opportunity to help others.
She said she is determined to become a doctor since her teachers have taught her not to have options in life. Options will not allow one to focus on the goal. Her parents and brothers have been supportive of her dreams and kept encouraging her to continue her focus. Saria says that she left no stone unturned in preparing for the board examination. She used to study for seven to eight hours after school.
The ICSE board released the 10th standard results with 99.97 percent clearing it. The result for the girl students was 99.98 percent and for boys 99.97 percent.
There are four toppers of the exam: Hargun Kaur Matharu from Pune, Anika Gupta from Kanpur, Pushkar Tripathi from Balrampur, and Kanishka Mittal from Lucknow – with 499 marks (99.80%).
Saria says there is only one mantra for success in life -focus on your goal. While doing other work never forget the target. To become a topper, she studied hard and diligently.
“I could see my goal and stay focused by adopting different strategies. Today, I am very happy that I have reached the first step toward fulfilling the dreams of my parents. But the destination is still far away, and I have to work for it.
Saria and her family have been busy receiving the congratulatory message on phone and receiving guests who are dropping in to meet her.
“I will never forget this moment, the way the people of the country are showering love on me. I am even exhausted from attending to the phone, but I am attending to each call and visitor. A total of 110 students are included in the list of top three rank holders for the ICSE board 10th examination. In which there is a difference of one point each between the three ranks.
While four candidates secured the top rank with 499 marks out of 500, 34 students including Saria stood second with 498 marks. Similarly, 72 candidates secured the third rank with 497 marks out of 500.
The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations announced a merit list after two years. The results were declared based on an alternate evaluation scheme after the examination was not conducted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The overall pass percentage is 99.97, the officials said.
source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> Story / by Tajo Khan, Lucknow / July 18th, 2022
Zeenat Parveen, daughter of a modest vegetable seller, has garnered attention for clinching the top spot in the Intermediate of Arts (I.A.) examination held by the Jharkhand Academic Council. With an impressive score of 472 out of 500, Zeenat, a student of Government Plus Two High School in Kanke, Ranchi, has become a symbol of inspiration for many.
Amidst a flurry of congratulations pouring in for Zeenat and her family, the Students Islamic Organisation (SIO) of India stepped forward to extend their felicitations and pledge their support. A delegation led by Aman Raza, State Secretary of SIO Jharkhand, visited Zeenat to honor her achievement. The delegation, including Nadeem Khan, Education Secretary, Mosaddique Maswood, Campus Secretary, and Abdus Salaam Shakir, assured Zeenat of assistance in her educational pursuits.
Zeenat’s journey to academic success has been marked by perseverance and determination. Despite financial constraints, she pursued her education diligently, transitioning from a private school for her matriculation to a government school for her intermediate studies. Her father, Sabir Ansari, sustains the family by selling vegetables door-to-door on his bike in the Pithouria area of Ranchi, while her mother, Shamsunnisa, manages the household and runs a small shop.
Zeenat attributes her motivation to her hardworking father, stating, “I always thought as my father is working hard, I should also give my best.” Her parents, proud of her accomplishments, wholeheartedly support her aspirations. Zeenat aims to prepare for the UPSC civil services examinations with the dream of serving the nation as an IAS officer, driven by her desire to contribute to society.
Despite her high expectations, Zeenat was pleasantly surprised by her top-ranking achievement. Her brother, too, achieved academic success with a first division and 78 percent marks. As Zeenat embarks on her journey towards her dream of becoming an IAS officer, she carries with her the support and admiration of her community and the promise of a brighter future.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Education> Latest News / by Radiance News Bureau / May 03rd, 2024
Ashraf Adam Mulla, the founder of the Muslim Samaj Parbodhan Sanstha which runs an orphanage and several schools for poor children in and around Pune, Maharashtra, is finalizing the building plan for a charitable hospital. The 77-year-old social worker had felt the need for a hospital where the poor could be treated free of cost during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Feisty Mulla Madam, as she is called, said her plans for starting the construction of the hospital got delayed because of an accident in which she was injured. Due to this, she had to stay home for six days and could no longer move freely on her two-wheeler.
“Although I have returned to work, I can no longer drive a two-wheeler,” she says. The two-wheeler-borne Mulla Madam was famous for running around and never missing an appointment or her scheduled work. “Never mind, I will continue to work tirelessly for the hospital”’ she says with a smile.
An award distribution function at one of Ashraf Adam Mulla’s schools
Mulla has been running Muslim Samaj Prabodhan Sanstha for 39 years. Besides setting up schools where children of poor from all religions can study, she runs Samina Iqbal Ashiyana, an orphanage for Muslim girls which has 32 inmates presently as against its capacity for 65.
She says her Sanstha has been trying to equip the backward and extremely poor people with modern and quality education.
However, for three years, she has been focused on building a charitable hospital. “I am about to turn 78. I have no time to waste. There is still a lot of work to be done. For younger people, it can be said that their enthusiasm is still fresh but I have no time to waste,” she says while showing me around the place – a vast ground – where the hospital’s foundation stone will be laid this month.
Mulla Madam is all praise for her late husband Adam Mulla who worked as a chemical engineer and passed away in 2015. “He did his responsibility and work. Due to his nature, he could not support me in social work, but he always supported me financially,” he said.
“I started my work with my husband’s money.”
Morning Assembly in one of the schools run by Ashraf Adam Mulla’s trust
Ashraf Adam Mulla Madam retired as a teacher from Chanta Mani Vidya Mandir, Thevar, a Marathi medium school. With her three sons married and settled with their families, Ashraf Mulla is full-time into her projects that have the potential to change lives.
When she was working as a teacher, she recalls that about 1200 children were studying in her school but there were just two or three Muslim children. Although there was a Muslim settlement near the school, the enrolment of Muslims was poor.
When she started her primary school under a tin shed at Tan Patre in Syed Nagar, she also introduced a sewing class to get Muslims interested in coming to it. At Rahmani, her organization runs Urdu Balwadi which has 66 children. Shamsuddin Inamdar is an Urdu Primary School where 597 children are studying and Rahmani Urdu High School has 235 students.
Likewise, Rahmani Junior College has 191 students. Her organisation also runs Industrial Training Institute where 23 students are enrolled. Besides, special computer learning classes are conducted for students from 5th to eighth where 345 students including girls are learning.
Students in playing in one of Ashraf Mulla’s schools
Mullah Ma’am told Awaz-The Voice that the girls living in Ashyiana are attending school, skills and Islamic education. The Sanstha also takes the responsibility of finding partners for the inmates and arranging their weddings.
The girls who want to pursue higher education get support till they are 18 years old. Among the skills taught at the Ashiyana are artificial jewelry, sewing, embroidery, and ceramic paintings.
Ashraf Mulla is disappointed that a senior college she tried to establish did not have enough students and she had to close it down while Rahmani Junior College, established in 2006, which offers arts, science, and commerce is doing well.
She says the idea of setting up the Sanstha came to her while she was trying to deal with the grief of losing her parents. “when my mother died, I was very sad. My father passed away in 1979 and my mother also left this world in 1984. I wanted to do something in memory of my mother. To ease my grief, I founded the Muslim Samaj Parbodhan Sanstha in January 1985.”
She remembers while she was studying in class 9, Pune saw a massive flood. “I was living in Andapur then. The children of our school collected money for the flood victims and it gave us a feeling of peace and security while doing that.” She says it’s that empathy with the suffering and sense of peace to being able to help the needy that stayed with her to set up the NGO.
Girls eating dinner at Ashiyana
Speaking of her failures, Mulla Ma’am says, “I wanted to work for widows, but widows were not ready to come out of the house and work.” She says, “At that time widows liked to be a burden on their families and all our efforts to convince them failed.”
However, after some years her efforts paid off. When she set up Ashiyana (orphanage), many widows and divorced women came to stay with us. I realized times have changed.”
I visited Ashiyana and realized it’s a cozy home for girls and women. The home space is sparkling clean. The Auntie running the kitchen announced that food was ready and everyone must perform prayers. The girls went to the prayer room for Zuhr Namaz.
The food was simple Dalcha-chawal, a Maharashtrian delicacy, followed by a delicious Sher Khurma desert. The girls sat on the mats and everyone had a small table in front to put their plate on it.
Mulla Madam however says she prays that no child should feel the need to come to a shelter/orphanage. “We can do everything for children but not be their parents.”
She says the women from Ashiyana who are married continue to be in touch with them.
source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> Story / by Shah Taj Khan, Pune / May 02nd, 2024
In a groundbreaking achievement, Rahmani30 celebrates a historic milestone as 176 out of 205 students successfully pass the JEE Mains 2024, qualifying them for the prestigious JEE Advanced examination.
The program, known for its excellence in preparing students for challenging tests, has seen its success rate soar to approximately 86% this year.
Despite the various challenges that have necessitated adaptive strategies in teaching and student support, our success rate in the JEE Mains has increased over years to approx 86% this year. Among the successful students, 9 scored a 99 percentile, while 13 scored 98 percentile, 19 scored 97 percentile, 7 scored a 96 percentile, and 17 scored a 95 percentile. Overall, 128 out of the 176 successful students scored above the 90 percentile. Alhamdulillah. The All India Rank (Category) was 894 and the General India Rank was 3247. The success rate of Rahmani 30 students is 86% .
Maulana Mohammad Wali Rahmani envisioned Rahmani30 as a bridge to higher education for underprivileged meritorious Muslim students, a vision that continues today. Unlike institutes charging exorbitant fees (₹2 – ₹7 lakhs), Rahmani30 offers completely free coaching for all, regardless of financial background. Initially, with the support of Hazrat Maulana RA himself, Rahmani30 provided full scholarships including living expenses. However, as the program expanded regionally and in numbers, new donors were accommodated, and a temporary financial model was made. The model shifted to free coaching, with financially capable students to contribute towards non-educational expenses (food and lodging). Importantly, the Rahmani30 further supported students facing financial hardship, ensuring no one was ever denied a class or a meal due to unpaid committed contribution towards non-educational expenses such as lodging & boarding as per new financial model. This unwavering commitment to high quality education accessibility has empowered countless students, fulfilling the legacy of Maulana Mohammad Wali Rahmani.
Hazrat Maulana Ahmad Wali Faisal Rahmani , the patron of Rahmani30 and Ameer E Shariat for Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, and parts of Bengal attributes this success to divine grace. He emphasized that such historic achievements could only be realized with Allah (SWT) mercy and guidance.
Looking to the future, Hazrat Maulana Ahmad Wali Faisal Rahmani sb is optimistic about doubling this number. In line with this goal, Mr. Fahad Rahmani, CEO of Rahmani30, announced new initiatives to provide academic guidance starting from classes 9 and 10. This early intervention aims to strengthen students’ foundational knowledge and help them make informed choices about their educational pathways in fields such as IIT, NEET, Chartered Accountancy, Company Secretary, NDA, and CLAT. Selection process for class 9th & 10th is in progress.
Rahmani30 has expanded its reach beyond Patna, operating additionally at Khuldabad (Maharashtra), Jehanabad (Bihar), Hyderabad (Telangana), UP (Aligarh), and Bangalore (Karnataka), which also cater to NRI students from various regions.
On this momentous occasion, Mr. Fahad Rahmani expressed his gratitude to the educators, team members, supporters, and the families of the students. He reaffirmed his commitment to advancing the visionary goals set by the founder of Rahmani30, Hazrat Maulana Mohammad Wali Rahmani sb. RA, and called on the community to support this transformative educational mission.
source: http://www.muslimmirror.com / Muslim Mirror / Home> Education> Indian Muslim> Positive Story / by Muslim Mirror Desk / April 30th, 2024
Nazia Parveen, who secured 670th rank in the UPSC list of the All India Civil Services on her fourth attempt, says it’s wrong to marry women at a young age and deprive them of getting educated up to a higher level.
Nazia Parveen is originally from the Giridih district of Jharkhand.The daughter of a businessman and a homemaker mother, Nazia says she completed her schooling in her native place.
Thereafter she joined the Aligarh Muslim University for her graduation. Dreaming of becoming a civil servant, Nazia joined the residential coaching of Jamia Millia Islamia for civil services.
Nazia says that Jamia RCA played an important role in her success.
Nazia wrote the Jharkhand State Public Service Commission examination twice unsuccessfully. On her experience of failures, Nazia says, one should not feel disappointed and must keep struggling till the goal is achieved.
“In my journey of six years, I failed thrice and experienced both positive and negative emotions and thoughts. I always choose to pursue the positive ideas and kept my focus on clear the Civil services,” she told Awaz-the Voice.
On the educational levels of women, especially among Muslims, Nazia said early marriage of women is at the core of this problem. Even today in our society girls are married early, and they are not given a chance to get higher education, it is important to pay attention to this.”
source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> Story / by Mohammad Akram, New Delhi / April 30th, 2024
Telangana Minorities Residential Educational Institutions Society (TMREIS) students have excelled in Intermediate Public Examinations 2024.
The pass percentage in Intermediate first year is 76 percent and in second year 89 percent. This is much higher than the state average pass percentage of about 62 percent for both years.
TMREIS Secretary Aisha Masarath Khanam said a total of 17,453 students appeared for the exam and out of them 14,352 have passed.
Shahnawaz Qasim, secretary to Chief Minister, Tafseer Iqbal, Special Secretary to Government, Minorities Welfare Department and Aisha Masarath Khanam congratulated the students on their achievement. They also congratulated the teachers.
Out of 9.81 lakh students who appeared in first year and second year exams across Telangana, 6.09 lakh students have passed.
The exams were held in February-March at 1,512 centres across the state.
A total of 60.01 percent students in the first year and 64.19 percent in the second year passed the exams. They include both regular and private students and both general and vocational courses.
In another news of academic excellence of TMREIS students, 22 students of Barkas Centre of Excellence of TMREIS have qualified for JEE advanced as per the NTA cutoff marks.
A total of 30 students from Barkas Centre of Excellence appeared for the exam. Sufiyan Mohiuddin secured All India rank of 15,119 in open category with 99.05 percentile marks. His rank in the EWS category was 2,251.
Sufiyan is a student of Telangana Minority Residential Junior College (Boys), Barkas in Hyderabad.
A native of Kaghaznagar in Adilabad district, Sufiyan comes from a middle-class family. His father is a private employee.
Sufiyan, who has been studying in TMREIS since seventh standard, has a dream of studying in IIT Bombay. He thanked TMREIS for making his dream come true.
According to Aisha Masarath Khanam, the students of Barkas Centre of Excellence were trained by an in-house team of best junior lecturers and post graduate teachers of TMREIS.
Shahnawaz Qasim, Tafseer Iqbal, Aisha Khanam and other officials congratulated the students and faculty of the Centre of Excellence.
TMREIS was launched in 2017 with the aim of providing quality education and holistic development opportunities to the minority communities in the state.
The society was formed in 2017 under the Telangana State Public Societies Registration Act with a vision to bridge the educational gap and promote social inclusion among minority communities. TMREIS aims to create an environment where students from minority backgrounds can access quality education, develop their talents, and build a strong foundation for their future.
TMREIS runs 204 minority residential schools and junior colleges across the state, where about one lakh students are getting education.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News / by Radiance News Bureau / April 24th, 2024
