The South Kanara Muslim Welfare Association (SKMWA) held its 33rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 3 January 2024 at Hyderabad Palace Restaurant. During the meeting, Imran Ahmed Bava was elected as the new President of the association.
The event, hosted by Vice President Imran Bawa, began with a recitation of the Holy Quran by Ramzil Kausary, followed by a welcome note from outgoing Vice President Rizwan Ahmed. General Secretary Abdulhameed Rasheed Kakinje presented the Annual Report, highlighting the association’s activities and achievements over the past year. Treasurer Mohammed Faisal Sheikh shared the Financial Report, providing a transparent account of the organisation’s financial status.
Outgoing President Suhaib Ahmed addressed the gathering, expressing gratitude for the members’ support during his tenure. He concluded his address with a vote of thanks, officially dissolving the outgoing committee.
The newly elected SKMWA Executive Committee was announced as follows: – President: Imran Ahmed Bava – Vice President: Mohammed Condana – General Secretary: Abdul Rasheed Bambila – Joint Secretary: Saleem Ali Ullal – Treasurer: Ahmed Shamsheer Mohammed – Joint Treasurer: Siddik Areej – Sports Secretary: Ameer Hamza – Joint Sports Secretaries: Ahmed Irfan and Mohammed Shameer Punjalkatte – Cultural Secretary: Sabeel Abdul Rehman – Event Secretaries: Saleem Ullal, Imthiyaz Abdul Razak, and Elyas Muriyala – Event Coordinators: Mahammad Noushik, Abdul Rasheed BC Road, Ramzil Kousary, Abu, and Irfan Punjalkatte.
In his address, President Imran Ahmed Bava congratulated the outgoing team for their dedication and contributions to the association. He expressed gratitude to the committee members for their support and pledged to continue working towards the association’s mission of community welfare and development.
source: http://www.english.varthabharati.in / Vartha Bharati / Home> Gulf / by Vartha Bharati / January 12th, 2025
Well-known broadcaster, Urdu poet, theatre and film actor Aslam Farshori passed away here Thursday. He was 74.
He was famous as nazim (master of ceremonies) of mushairas in Hyderabad. His career spanned decades and left an indelible mark on radio, television, theatre and literature.
Born on July 8, 1951, Farshori started his career when he was in his teens as a casual announcer at All India Radio. He graduated from Anwarul Uloom College where he was also elected president of Student Union for three years. He did MA from Osmania University.
He was active in the Telangana agitation of 1969. He co-founded the Zinda Dilan-e-Hyderabad, world’s first humour society. He also served as the secretary for the Fine Arts Academy, Hyderabad’s famous cultural society.
He became popular as an anchor on radio and television. While working as a producer at All India Radio, he acted as Lala Bhai in the popular daily iconic show ‘Chhoti Chhoti Baatein.’
He directed, produced and acted in many plays. He later became the Programme Executive at All India Radio.
Farshori was one of the founders and head of ETV Urdu, the first exclusive Urdu television channel launched in 2001.
In 2017, he received Telangana State Literary award at the hands of then Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao. The state government in 2020 released a stamp in honour of Farshori’s service and dedication to the state, Urdu language and media.
The namaz-e-janaaza was performed at Suncity Masjid and burial took place at Dargah-e-Yusufain, Nampally.
Ghazal singer and actor Talat Aziz has condoled the demise of Farshori. “Today, I lost a dear friend, Aslam Farshori. He considered me as a younger brother. He was with All India Radio when I met him in my teens. He was so well read and a master in Urdu literature and was a notable personality of Hyderabad,” said Talat Aziz. He recalled that Farshori was close to eminent filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who passed away recently, and many other legendary film personalities of that era.
Meanwhile, Ahmeduddin Owaisi has also condoled the passing away of Aslam Farshori. He recalled that he first met him in 1960 when his eldest brother Sultan Salahuddin Owaisi was contesting his first election from Malepaly Municipal constituency.
“Aslam used to live there with his grandfather and a renowned poet Hayrath Badayuni. We campaigned for my brother and he won that election. Afterward Aslam did many stage shows All India Radio, etc. He was a permanent Nazim Mushaira at Darusalaam Natiya Mushaira. We Invited him in our Bazm-e-Ittihaad Mushairas several times,” said Ahmeduddin Owaisi.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News> Obituary / by Radiance News Bureau / January 09th, 2025
Taking a significant step toward providing advanced medical facilities for women’s health, the Mamta Maternity & Nursing Home was inaugurated at New Doctors Lane, Mangalwar Bazaar, Basmath, Hingoli. The inauguration ceremony witnessed a large gathering of distinguished guests and local residents.
The nursing home will be managed by Dr. Amreen Junaid Pasha (MBBS, DGO), first Muslim gynecologist in Basmath. With her extensive experience in Mumbai, she has served as a specialist for Muslim women and now brings her expertise to serve the women of Basmath.
During the inaugural address, Varshatai Chandrakant Nawghare emphasised the importance of this facility for the people of Basmath, calling it a significant medical advancement for the area. Chandrakant alias Raju Nawghare, MLA of Basmath, also attended the event and conveyed his heartfelt wishes. Special Guest Jayprakash Dandegaonkar, former minister of Maharashtra State, recognised the nursing home as a milestone for women’s healthcare in the region and praised the efforts of Dr. Amreen and her team.
During the event, the dignitaries commended the modern medical facilities provided by the Nursing Home, including maternity services, delivery operations, and treatments for gynaecological disorders. The attendees expressed their joy, stating that this hospital will play a crucial role in addressing women’s health issues.
The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Amreen and Dr. Junaid Pasha, who expressed their gratitude to the honoured guests and reaffirmed their commitment to delivering the best healthcare services to the people of Basmath.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Healthcare> Latest News / by Radiance News Bureau / January 10th, 2025
Prof Sami Rafiq, Department of English, Aligarh Muslim University
Aligarh:
Prof Sami Rafiq, Department of English, Aligarh Muslim University has been honoured with a Visiting Professorship at the Chanakya National Law University, Patna.
As a Visiting Professor, she will deliver lectures on various aspects of research in literature and will provide guidance to PhD and LL.D. candidates as their Co-supervisor. Presently in Patna, she is delivering lectures on Climate Change and its relationship to Literature.
Prof Rafiq has extensive work on climate change as portrayed in literature and she has also recently been engaged by the Ministry of Education, Government of India to deliver lectures on “Climate Change and Literature” for undergraduate and postgraduate students who have enrolled for SWAYAM programme.
Introducing the nature of this course, she informed that the course will help learners to understand climate change and its connection to literature. It would also acquaint the learners with knowledge of climate fiction and climate poetry with an interdisciplinary approach. Available on Youtube and SWAYAM, any undergraduate or postgraduate student can join this interdisciplinary course.
Prof Sami Rafiq has recently published a collection of her poems, “Songs of Aligarh,” her second collection after “Woman in the Trees,” which carries her poems on environment and culture and describes her love for nature and animals and her association with Aligarh and AMU.
Professor Sami Rafiq also teaches a paper on Climate Change and Literature.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News> Report / by Radiance News Bureau / January 10th, 2025
Tamanna Khan, a resident of Churu, received a warm welcome upon her return to the city after winning a bronze medal at National School Athletics Championship. The celebration began with a procession from the railway station to the felicitation venue, organised under the auspices of Dr. Zakir Hussain Educational Institution and Rajvanshi Khan Mahasabha. The procession was met with enthusiastic welcomes at several stops along the way.
The ceremony took place at Teliyan Badi in Churu. Tamanna Khan, along with her coach, Ishwar Singh Lamba, was honoured during the event. The guests were presented with garlands, turbans, shawls, and mementos.
Shamsher Bhalu Khan highlighted Tamanna’s achievement, noting that she represented Rajasthan and earned a bronze medal at National Walking Championship. Tamanna was given about ₹1,00,000. Also, Dr. Zakir Hussain Educational Institution gifted her sports shoes worth ₹30,000, other equipment, and ₹21,000 in cash to support her athletic endeavours.
Coach Lamba shared that Tamanna excelled in the championship held in Ranchi, Jharkhand, having already secured a silver medal at the state level. Under his guidance, Tamanna trained rigorously at the Churu district stadium. He also recalled the tragic death of Tamanna’s father, Babu Khan, due to a heart attack during her training last year. Through free coaching, he helped her achieve this milestone.
Chief Guest Dr. Mumtaz Qureshi commended Tamanna’s dedication and urged young people to balance academics and sports to contribute to society and the nation. He presented her with a check for ₹21,000 and pledged future support for her athletic journey.
Other notable speakers included Anil Shyoran, Coach Devlal, Raghuram Maju and several others also graced the occasion.
Kiran Prajapati and Pooja, who won silver medals in the competition, were also honoured during the event.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News> Sports / by Raheem Khan, Radiance News Bureau / January 11th, 2025
Senior advocate Iqbal M. Chagla, a towering figure in India’s legal fraternity, passed away on Sunday in Mumbai at the age of 85. Known for his brilliance in law and steadfast commitment to judicial integrity, Chagla served as the President of the Bombay Bar Association (BBA) during the 1990s, earning admiration for his courage in exposing corruption within the judiciary.
Born in 1939, Chagla was the son of M.C. Chagla, the first permanent Indian Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court. Educated at Cambridge University, he returned to India to establish a distinguished career at the Bombay High Court. Designated a senior advocate at 39, Chagla turned down offers to serve as a High Court or Supreme Court judge, even though he was widely regarded as a potential Chief Justice of India.
During his tenure as President of the BBA, Chagla spearheaded bold resolutions against judicial corruption, leading to resignations and transfers of sitting judges. He also supported the Srikrishna Commission during the 1992-93 Bombay riots, championing the values of secularism and constitutional integrity.
Tributes poured in from the legal community. Senior advocate Rafique Dada hailed Chagla as “a role model,” while Yusuf Mucchala remembered him as a lawyer of exceptional brilliance and courage. Current Bar Association President Nitin Thakker highlighted Chagla’s active practice until recently, describing his death as an irreplaceable loss.
The BBA lauded his contributions, stating, “Iqbal Chagla’s legacy will forever inspire the legal fraternity.”
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News> Obituary / by Radiance News Bureau / January 13th, 2025
To highlight Islamic aesthetics and counter Islamophobia, Muslim women stepping into workplaces must achieve this, said P. Mujeeb Rahman, Ameer JIH Kerala, while inaugurating ‘Profisia’ Muslim Women’s Professional Summit at Calicut Tower Hotel, Kozhikode on Sunday.
The event, organised by Jamaat-e-Islami Kerala Women’s Wing, aimed to provide Islamic knowledge and opportunities to women professionals who are consistently active in society.
“In the 15 years since the Sachar Committee report, the growth in the presence of Muslim women in public spaces in Kerala, compared to other states, has been commendable. In this era where Islamophobia is being propagated, it’s essential for you to interact with society more extensively,” he added.
Dr. Mahera Ruby, founder Blooming Parenting (UK), delivered keynote address emphasising the importance of Islamic family structure amidst modern ideas that seek to disrupt it. Panel discussions covered topics like family, workplaces, Muslim women’s representation in a pluralistic society, Islamic financial practices, and liberalism. Panellists included All India Muslim Personal Law Board executive member A. Rahamathunnisa, CSR Kerala Director T.K.M. Iqbal, Ittihadul Ulama Kerala Secretary Sameer Kalikavu, and MediaOne Deputy News Editor Suhaila M.K.
Speakers like Mariam Vidhu Vijayan, co-founder of Crink App and parenting coach, Rashi Fither, Principal Engineer, Intel and Muhammad Najeeb, Head of Physiotherapy Department at Iqra Hospital, inspired attendees with insights from their life experiences on advancing in the professional sphere while upholding ethics.
Sessions on topics such as marriage, parenting, entrepreneurship, and acts of worship were conducted by Dr. V.M. Safir, Dr. Nishad, V.M. Wahida Hussain, and others, addressing queries from participants.
“A Muslim professional is not someone who learns merely to earn money but is someone who believes that what they study today is for the betterment of tomorrow. Professionalism should also empower the restoration of moral and ethical values in society,” said JIH Shoora Member Dr. Taha Mateen.
The event witnessed participation from leaders like Sajitha P.T.P (president, JIH Kerala Women’s Wing), Naseema K.T (Gen.Sec. JIH Kerala Women’s Wing), P.V. Rahmabi (secretary, JIH Kerala), Rukhsana P (Shoora member JIH Kerala), C.T. Suhaib (State President, Solidarity), Mehnaz Ashfaq (State President, WINGS), Afra Shihab (State Gen. Sec. GIO), Adv. Abdul Wahid (State President, SIO), Sahira M.A (Program Convenor, Profisia), and Suhail T (General Convenor, Profisia).
Various stalls were also set up as part of the business summit. More than 500 representatives attended the event.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Latest News> Report / by Radiance News Bureau / January 15th, 2025
Three final-year Diploma Engineering students from the University Women’s Polytechnic, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), have brought laurels to their institution by excelling at the prestigious Young Researcher Forum during the IEEE CIS Winter School on Computational Intelligence and Generative AI, held at IIT Indore on January 8-9.
Ms Aqsa Eqbal and Ms Nahid Parween, final-year students of Diploma in Computer Engineering, were awarded the Best Virtual Presentation Award for their innovative project titled “Talking Hand: A Sign Language Translator Glove.”
This ground-breaking project aims to bridge communication gaps faced by individuals with hearing and speech impairments by utilising a technologically advanced glove that translates sign language gestures into speech.
Another shining star from the Polytechnic, Ms Bushra Yusuf, a final-year student of Diploma in Electronics Engineering, impressed the forum with her project titled “IoT-Based Monitoring and Controlling the Greenhouse Effect.” Her work reflects a significant step toward leveraging Internet of Things (IoT) technologies for sustainable environmental management.
These achievements highlight the Women’s Polytechnic’s commitment to promote innovation, research, and technical excellence. The event served as a platform for the students to exhibit their leadership skills, receive valuable feedback from the experts, and network with young researchers in the thrust areas of computational intelligence and artificial intelligence.
Dr. Salma Shaheen, Principal of the University Women’s Polytechnic, along with the faculty members, congratulated the students on their outstanding success. She lauded their dedication and hard work, which have brought recognition and pride to the institution.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home> Awards> Focus / by Radiance News Bureau / January 15th, 2025
Renowned Hyderabad-based writer and doctor, Dr. Abid Moiz, has been conferred the prestigious Delhi Urdu Academy Award for his outstanding contributions to science literature in Urdu. He is the only recipient from South India to receive this recognition for 2023-24, which includes a cash prize of ₹2 lakh.
As per Siyasat daily, Dr. Moiz’s ground-breaking work has made scientific concepts more accessible to Urdu-speaking audiences, fostering a deeper appreciation for science within the community. Known for his unique ability to merge science with literature, he has authored 23 science books and 17 humour and satire books, carving a distinct niche in the Urdu literature.
Dr. Moiz’s journey into science writing began with Diabetes Ke Saath Saath (Living with Diabetes), aimed at promoting health awareness. His repertoire includes books like Chiknai Aur Hamari Sehat (Fats and Our Health), Cholesterol Kam Kijiye (Reduce Cholesterol), Namak Kam Karen (Reduce Salt), and Ramzan Aur Hamari Sehat (Ramzan and Our Health). These books focus on health management and dietary choices, blending scientific knowledge with simple language and engaging graphics.
Dr. Moiz’s works, such as Motapa (Obesity) and Tarkari aur Phal Khayen (Eat Vegetables and Fruits), emphasise balanced nutrition and healthy living, solidifying his legacy as a visionary in the underrepresented genre of Urdu science literature.
In addition to his literary contributions, Dr. Moiz serves on the advisory board of Science Urdu, a popular science monthly magazine edited by Dr. Aslam Parvez, former Vice-Chancellor of Maulana Azad National Urdu University. His involvement underscores his commitment to promoting scientific awareness among Urdu readers.
The Delhi Urdu Academy also honoured several other luminaries this year, including Javed Akhtar for promoting Urdu, Taha Naseem for children’s literature, Anee Aazmi for drama, Prof. Ahmed Mahfooz for research and criticism, and Rakshanda Roohi for prose.
Previously, Dr. Moiz received Lifetime Achievement Award from the Telangana State Urdu Academy in 2019 for his sustained contributions to Urdu literature and science writing.
Dr. Moiz’s achievements exemplify how science and literature can harmoniously coexist, even in languages traditionally associated with arts and culture. By simplifying complex scientific ideas, he continues to empower readers and enrich the legacy of Urdu literature.
source: http://www.radiancenews.com / Radiance News / Home>Pride of the Nation> Awards> Latest News / by Radiance News Bureau / January 09th, 2025
Rubina Rashid Ali with artisans (Source: Instagram)
Phool Patti embroidery or applique work has been the forte of women of Aligarh and Rampur regions of Uttar Pradesh since the Mughal period.
Rubina Rashid Ali from Aligarh told Awaz-the Voice that after she realised that women who are preserving this art were not getting due remuneration, she took up the cause of popularising this art form.
Rubina Rashid Ali works in the administrative department of Aligarh Muslim University. She lives on the AMU campus with her three children and husband. She did her Masters in Advertising and Communication from the National Institute of Advertising, Delhi.
Rubina Rashid Ali told Awaz-The Voice that she has been interested in ‘Phool-patti’ work and embroidery since 2003. However, only after becoming stable in her studies, job, and family life, did she dedicate her time and energy to promote it in 2019. She got connected to women who are into applique style. Now they take orders online and deliver them with their team on a contract basis.
Rubina Rashid Ali told Awaz-The Voice that women are mainly engaged in making articles with embroidery, while men take orders. This drained the earnings as a big part of the profit went to the middlemen.
“This craft suffers from a lack of design intervention and diversification and has to catch up with the contemporary aesthetics,” she said.
Rubina Rashid Ali said that the book Phool-Patti Ka Kaam is the first publication on this unique embroidery form. Phool-Patti Ka Kaam is the story of embroidery told through glimpses of Saleha Khan’s work with artisan women and girls during the 1970s and 1980s.
A beautifully illustrated book, it traces its background and scope. it takes us through the array of different floral patterns, designs, and materials. It covers experiments with ornamentation and innovations, including its use on various garments and home décor. And most importantly, it provides a glimpse of the artisans of Aligarh
This book is for art connoisseurs and those who appreciate, learn, promote, explore, and experiment with this unique applique style.
Apart from being a useful resource for craft lovers, the book aims to generate interest among designers, entrepreneurs, and policy planners to further the scope, popularity, and prospects of Phool-Patti, while ensuring a fair share of economic benefits and recognition for its artisans.
Rubina Rashid Ali told Awaz-the Voice that the suitable combination of flower leaf work with other crafts like Chinkara, Gota Patti work, hand-painting, tie and dye, Mukesh work, etc. needs to be widely explored in different colour palettes.
Product diversification not only in clothing and fashion accessories but also in home decor, lifestyle-based products, corporate gifts, souvenirs, etc. ensures its wide reach and penetration in various segments.
In the era of easy availability of fabrics, many people are interested in spending extra money for handmade applique work.
Rubina Rashid said that the original cotton, cambric cotton, Kota cotton, etc. are used for embroidery. However, these days it is also being done on Chanderi silk which is a unique silk from Madhya Pradesh. To promote the flower-leaf embroidery, she does new experiments every day in which sometimes she does the flower-leaf work using crochet, and sometimes other types of embroidery so that she can make that piece even better.
Rubina Rashid Ali and her artisans make articles like ladies’ kurtas, saree, dupatta, etc. for sale. She says this work involves designing it on fine fabric, cutting and skilfully folding these before shaping each piece into small petals and leaves by embroidering on the cloth.
This special applique work finds limited mention in the collection of Indian and global embroidery forms.
Rubina Rashid Ali prepares all her designs and also takes full care of the welfare of the artisans working with her. Rubina Rashid Ali told Awaz-The Voice that she exhibited her works at Delhi Haat, Kolkata Bazaar, Bangalore, Rajasthan, Kota, etc. She found people appreciated her work.
Rubina Rashid Ali told Awaz-The Voice that over time, crafts have become an integral part of the socio-cultural aspect of the country. Unfortunately, in the last few years, many crafts have reached the verge of extinction as fast fashion brands are dominating the market with their easily available cheap clothing options.
source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> Story / by Onika Maheshwari, New Delhi / January 12th 2025
