As the Gaddi Nashin of Ajmer Sharif, one of India’s most revered Islamic spiritual centres, often described as the heart of ...

The Hindi-Urdu controversy is not just about language. It reflects historical conflicts, colonial policies, and political struggles that continue today in India.

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AR Rahman, born Dileep Kumar Rajagopala in Madras, faced early hardships with the death of his father. A transformative ...

Do you know AR Rahman converted to Islam at the age of 23 after the death of his father and got his Muslim name from a Hindu astrologer?

In an exclusive and deeply engaging conversation, Khwaja Farooq Renzushah, a distinguished scholar and author, speaks to ...

Abdul Shaikh is an example of the latter. He captivated audiences with his soulful voice on Sa Re Ga Ma Pa in 2023. An arduous journey has now led him to an exciting milestone — lending his ...

The rich, smoky incense of loban (fragrant resin) wafting out of Sufi shrines of Delhi is fresh in Rekha Bhardwaj’s memories even as her composition of Amir Khusrau’s kalam Aaj Rang Hai ...

Masudur Rahman, president of the Canada Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CanCham Bangladesh), passed away on 5 March 2025. Rahman was the founding president of CanCham Bangladesh, ...

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In a post shared to his X account, McFarland said, “Stewart should be in consideration for #1 overall with the questions surrounding Abdul Carter’s foot.” Penn State’s Carter has been ...

The festival, completing 25 years, has hosted 30 editions worldwide, showcasing the mystical and musical traditions of revered Sufi saints like Rumi, Amir Khusrau, Baba Bulleh Shah, and ...