August 14 is no ordinary day. It marks the moment when the chains of slavery were broken and a free nation proudly emerged on the world map. It reminds us that Pakistan is not just a piece of land, it is an ideology, a solemn pledge, and a sacred trust earned through the blood and...
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August 11, 2025August 11, 2025Columns
The Collective Challenges of the Ummah and the Responsibility of Scholars
Every creature on the face of the earth partakes in the blessings of the Almighty, but upon humanity particularly the believers His ocean of mercy flows continuously. And for those believers whose hearts and minds have been illuminated with the light of knowledge, the divine favors and mercies bestowed upon them are even more profound....
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August 6, 2025August 6, 2025Columns, Uncategorized
The Morning That Burned the Sky;Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki
On the morning of August 6, 1945, the city of Hiroshima woke up to a familiar rhythm. Children made their way to school, shopkeepers rolled open their stalls, and homes echoed with the sounds of daily life. The air was warm, peaceful — ordinary. But above the clouds, a silence was building. It came in...
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August 4, 2025August 4, 2025Columns
Sponsoring an Imam: A Collective Religious and Social Responsibility
Mosques are the heart of Islam. They are not just places for offering prayers but also centers for religious education, moral development, and social guidance. The most significant role in a mosque is that of the Imam, a person who is not only a worshipper but a spiritual leader, mentor, and preacher for the entire...
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July 28, 2025July 28, 2025Columns
Safar: Separating Myths from Truth & Honoring Historical Milestones
Safar, the second month in the Islamic calendar, has been burdened with misconceptions and cultural superstitions. Some view it as a month of bad luck or illness and avoid weddings and travel during this time. However, Islamic teachings refute all such beliefs with clarity and wisdom. Religious Standing of Safar The Prophet ﷺ said: “There...
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July 22, 2025July 22, 2025Columns
Life’s Too Short to be a Sour Gummy
As a child, I heard Abba often recited these lines: “Life’s a tale, told by an idiot, full of fun and fury – signifying nothing” Life is a strange, fleeting thing, isn’t it? I’m not trying to wax poetic or get all philosophical here, but lately, I’ve been hit hard by the realization that life...
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July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Columns
Breaking the Silence: Transgender Persons Living with HIV Face Layered Stigma in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
In Pakistan, transgender persons have long fought an uphill battle for dignity and equal rights. But for those living with HIV, the struggle deepens — pushing them into an even darker web of social stigma, economic exclusion, and health inequities. A new research study titled “Understanding the Impact of HIV Stigma on Transgender Persons Living...
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July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Columns
Marriage Is a Sunnah; Murder in the Name of Honor Is a Crime
A heartbreaking incident from Balochistan has shaken many of us to the core. A married couple, whose only “crime” was choosing to marry for love, was brutally killed in the name of so-called honor. Their execution, carried out in a barren desert by men blinded by ego and tribal pride, was not only a gross...
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July 13, 2025July 13, 2025Columns
A Journey of Light into the Simple Biography of Muhammad (PBUH)
There are books we read for information, and there are books we read for transformation. Simple Biography of Muhammad (PBUH) by Mufti Mustafa Aziz belongs firmly in the second category. It is not just a biography. It is a soulful journey that invites readers to walk beside the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ through the sunlit valleys...
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Muharram al-Haram: Virtues, Significance, and Precious Moments of History
The first month of the Islamic year, Muharram al-Haram, is filled with profound spiritual significance and numerous momentous events in Islamic history. The Qur’an and Hadith emphasize the virtues of this sacred month. Muharram not only marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar but also refreshes the memory of monumental incidents like Karbala and countless...