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In this episode of the Nous Network podcast, Professor Soumyabrata Choudhury discusses his latest book, “Thoughts of Gaza, Far from Gaza”. The conversation begins by revisiting the events of October 7, 2023, and examines how Gaza is positioned not as an isolated crisis of humanity but within a larger historical
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Do you think welfare is a burden on the economy? In today’s political climate, you’ve probably heard about the so-called “revdi culture”, the idea that welfare schemes are dangerous for economic development. Maybe you've even felt frustrated by the flood of welfare announcements before elections. Or
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In this episode of Nous Network, we are joined by Aditya Menon, senior journalist at The Quint, whose recent investigative report, “‘Zalim Hindu’ Porn: How AI is Mass Producing Pornographic Images of Muslim Women”, joins Ali Javed to uncover one of the most disturbing manifestations of digital hate and ideological
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Muslims in India face exclusion across multiple fronts, particularly as right-wing Hindutva gains ground. Despite various efforts, resistance has largely failed to create an impact. This podcast critically examines the gaps, failures, and the urgent need for a meaningful intellectual response to counter Muslim marginalisation in the wake of rising
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The Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 was passed in the Lok Sabha at midnight on Thursday after nearly 12 hours of heated discussion, and was cleared by the Rajya Sabha the very next day. The government projected itself as the champion of Muslim rights, making grand promises. However, history has shown
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Since the Waqf Amendment Bill, 2024 was tabled in Parliament, discussions on various aspects of Waqf have intensified. With the bill now back in discussion after being reviewed by the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) and amid nationwide protests by Muslim organisations, one issue stands at the center of contention—the
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Join this episode of Nous Podcast as we sit down with Syed Qasim Rasool Ilyas, a respected community leader, journalist, and social activist with decades of experience in advocating for social justice and minority rights. In this conversation, we dive into the Waqf Amendment Bill, examining the real issues at
Join this episode of Nous Podcast as we sit down with Syed Qasim Rasool Ilyas, a respected community leader, journalist, and social activist with decades of experience in advocating for social justice and minority rights. In this conversation, we dive into the Waqf Amendment Bill, examining the real issues at
In this video, Sharukh Alam, an Advocate at the Supreme Court of India, addresses the challenges of dealing with hate speech and hate crime in India.
Cinema reflects the political context of its times and in India’s contemporary polarised public discourse, state patronage has been extended to the alarming trend of propaganda films like The Kashmir Files or Kerala Story. Films that lend weight to the Hindutva project of otherising the Indian Muslim. In this
Among the many hardships that Muslims in India face today, one prominent issue that has always existed but has worsened over time is their unjust criminalization. In this video, we discuss various forms of unjust criminalization that Muslims currently experience, accompanied by prison statistics that underscore the gravity of the
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The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 is not just a legal change, it is a direct attack on Muslim community assets. By tweaking key provisions of the Waqf Act, the government is creating systematic loopholes to weaken Waqf institutions, strip them of their autonomy, and make it easier to take over
In this engaging podcast, Ali Javed speaks with Mohammed Imthiyaz, General Secretary of the All India Muslim Development Council (AIMDC), about the Masjid One Movement and its mission to transform mosques into vibrant centers for education, social welfare, and empowerment. Inspired by the Prophet’s (PBUH) vision, this initiative has
In this Nous Opinion video, Prof. Irfan Ahmad, a sociology professor at Ibn Haldun University, unpacks the deep historical roots of the Israel-Palestine issue, challenging the dominant narrative that frames October 7 as its starting point. He critically examines the complex relationship between Zionism and Judaism, questioning why Zionist aspirations
In this episode of Nous Podcast, Ali Javed speaks with Ali Anwar Ansari, former Rajya Sabha MP and President of Pasmanda Muslim Mahaz. A veteran journalist turned politician, Ali Anwar has been a key voice advocating for social justice, caste representation, and reservation for Dalit Muslims in India. Before entering
"Haiñ aur bhī duniyā meñ suḳhan-var bahut achchhe Kahte haiñ ki 'ġhālib' kā hai andāz-e-bayāñ aur" Mirza Ghalib—a poet whose words transcended time, whose poetry and legacy remains immortal. From his birth in Agra to his struggles, fame, and the final days in Delhi, this
Join us for an insightful conversation with Syed Sadatullah Husaini, Ameer (President) of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind and former National President of the Students Islamic Organisation of India (SIO). He has authored several books, including ‘Hindustani Musalmano ki Tamkin o Taraqqi: Bahesiat e Khaire Ummat’, ‘Hindutva Intiha Pasandi: Nazariyati Kashmakash aur Musalman’
In this insightful episode of the Nous Network Podcast, we sit down with Prof. Mujibur Rehman to discuss the challenges, identity, and future of Indian Muslims as discussed in his book Shikwa-e-Hind. He examines their engagement in pre-partition politics, the debate around their role in the demand for partition, and
On August 8, 2024, the Indian Parliament introduced The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, sparking intense debate nationwide. The government argues that the bill aims to improve the management and development of waqf properties, but critics fear it could undermine Muslim endowments. Opposition has emerged from various Muslim organizations, scholars, and civil
Delhi’s Muslim areas face systemic neglect, with poor infrastructure, discrimination, and political persecution. Following communal unrest, more and more Muslims are migrating to these areas as they find a sense of safety. As India’s capital votes on February 5, watch our latest report on these areas.
The introduction of the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 in Parliament has sparked a heated debate. Is the bill truly aimed at reducing corruption and promoting transparency, or are there hidden agendas at play? While the government and mainstream media narratives claim Waqf properties are being misused, the 375-year-old historic Fatehpuri
In this compelling conversation, Nous Network’s Ali Javed engages with renowned scholar Hilal Ahmed to explore some of the most critical issues facing Indian Muslims today. Hilal Ahmed, a distinguished academic, offers unique insights into the challenges of Muslim identity, politics, and the shifting landscape of secularism in India.
Dive into the inspiring life and legacy of Abdul Qayyum Ansari, a remarkable social reformer, freedom fighter, and voice of the marginalized. This video sheds light on his tireless efforts for the social justice and political empowerment of backward Muslim communities. Ansari stood at the forefront of the freedom struggle,