Khadija Patel Wins British Citizen Award, Receives Award in Niqab
Bolton volunteer Khadija Patel received her award in a niqab, saying her clothing does not limit her work with young people.
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India: Muslim Woman Dies in Bihar After Being Forced to Drink Water Mixed With Alcohol While Fasting in Ramadan
A Muslim woman from Madhubani, Bihar, died on March 1 after a mob allegedly tied her to a pole, beat her, and forced her to drink water mixed with urine and alcohol — while she was observing her Ramadan fast.
India: Elderly Muslim Man Killed in Bihar After Speaking Out Against Anti-Muslim Slur
Abdul Salam, an elderly Muslim man from Darbhanga, Bihar, died after being struck with a rod by a neighbour’s son when he objected to an Islamophobic remark directed at his community during a local dispute.
Utah Imam Shot at Outside Home by Masked Gunman During Ramadan
Shuaib Din, leader of Utah Islamic Center, targeted as he left for evening prayers; no injuries reported and suspect remains at large.
India: Bihar Chief Minister Removed Muslim Doctor’s Hijab at Ceremony
Nitish Kumar faces widespread condemnation for removing a Muslim woman’s face veil during appointment ceremony.
India: 600-Year-Old Mosque Set On Fire in Uttar Pradesh
A historic mosque in Mirzapur district targeted in an overnight arson attack, with the imam sleeping inside narrowly escaping injury.
UK Prime Minister Allocates £10 Million for Mosques Security
Keir Starmer announces new funding for protective measures at Muslim worship sites following 19% rise in anti-Muslim hate crimes and recent arson attack on Peacehaven Mosque.
How True Are Police Claims on the ‘I Love Muhammad’ Arrests in India?
Muslims across India are being denied the opportunity to express their religious freedom.
Norway Launches Platform to Combat Islamophobia
Oslo conference unveils digital portal for reporting anti-Muslim hate incidents, creating first comprehensive database to shape national policy against religious discrimination.
Indian Authorities Demolish Late Award Winning Hockey Star’s Home in Varanasi
Family of Padma Shri awardee and Olympian late Mohammed Shahid protests demolition during road-widening project, claiming no compensation was received.
Umrah Pilgrims Forced To Bow At Delhi Temple in India
Elderly Muslim pilgrims returning from Saudi Arabia confronted, forced into temple, and coerced into religious gestures in Yamuna Bazar incident.
Pig Heads with Macron’s Name Left Outside 9 Paris Mosques in Hate Incidents
Pig heads marked ‘Macron’ left at 9 Paris mosques. 181 anti-Muslim acts recorded in 2025’s first half—81% rise.
Muslim Job Seeker in India Refused Job Because of His Religion
Muslim mechanical engineer claims HR withdrew job offer after questioning his religious identity, sparking concerns over hiring biases in India.
Turkish Magazine Faces Backlash and Arrests Over Controversial Cartoon of Prophet Muhammad and Musa
LeMan magazine’s depiction of two figures labeled “Muhammad” and “Musa” sparked protests in Istanbul and led to the detention of editors for “insulting religious values.”
India Top Buffalo Meat Exporter in 2025—As Muslims Lose Lives
India is projected to export 1.64 million metric tons of buffalo meat in 2025, reaffirming its position as the world’s top exporter. But back home, rising violence—often targeting Muslims—reveals a dark contradiction between global trade and domestic intolerance.