Afghanistan’s Minister of Industry and Commerce, Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi, calls for stronger economic ties with India. In an exclusive interview with WION, he confirms the appointment of an Afghan Commerce Attaché in New Delhi within a month to facilitate trade. Azizi highlights Afghanistan’s untapped potential in mining and agriculture and extends a direct invitation to Indian investors. He also emphasizes the importance of Iran’s Chabahar port and efforts to support women entrepreneurs under the Islamic Emirate government.


Afghanistan's Commerce Minister Azizi Invites Indian Investment in Mining & Agriculture 

Reports indicate that remnants of the Islamic State are attempting to re-establish their presence in certain parts of Syria. according to local sources and observers, the group is seeking to gain influence by providing aid and services to residents in conflict-affected areas. security forces and international coalitions continue to monitor movements and disrupt efforts to rebuild militant networks.

Islamic States Trying To Re-establish In Parts Of Syria: Gaining Favours With Locals

Controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik, banned in Bangladesh since the 2016 Dhaka café attack, is set to make a return tour in late 2025 under the country’s new interim government led by Muhammad Yunus.

The move marks a major policy reversal, drawing sharp criticism from India, where Naik is wanted on charges of terror funding, hate speech, and money laundering. Supporters call it a step toward “religious openness,” while critics warn it could reignite regional tensions.

Radical Islamic Preacher: Banned In 2016, To Be Welcomed In 2025 

Muslim worshippers visit the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem's Old City and chant hymns as they celebrate the birth of Prophet Mohammed according to Islamic calendar.



Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque Hosts Prayers On The Occasion of Prophet Mohammed's Birth

The law states that the clothing that “interferes with facial recognition” will be banned in public, with exemptions for medical reasons, in adverse weather conditions, and at sporting and cultural events.

Kazakhstan bans niqab – Find out which other Muslim majority nations have said no to Islamic veils

Delhi University faces backlash from faculty members over decisions to replace papers on Pakistan and the world, China’s role in the contemporary world, Islam and international relations, religious nationalism and political violence.

Delhi university syllabus controversy: Pakistan, China, Islam, and political violence to be dropped

There is a segment of society yearning for reform and more liberal attitudes towards religion and life, yet the Shia Islam state retains tight control over these matters. 


Muslim country Iran wasn't always ‘Islamic’: How it went from hybrid secular to theocratic state

Photos | Life & Fun: Know why Hajj is a mandatory pilgrimage for Muslims who can afford it, while Umrah remains a highly esteemed but non-compulsory act of worship in Islam.

Hajj 2025: What is the difference between Hajj and Umrah?

World |  Trending | The animated video by the Merrachi was published on TikTok this week with the text: “The French government hates to see Merrachi coming,” hinting at a launch soon in the country.

WATCH | Clothing brand’s ad featuring Eiffel Tower in hijab sparks debate in France

Islam is becoming the third-largest faith in U.S. prisons, with thousands of inmates embracing the religion each year. Reports suggest that the structure, discipline, and sense of brotherhood in Islam are key reasons behind this growing trend. What’s driving these conversions, and how does faith shape the lives of those behind bars?

Islam gains ground in US prisons as thousands convert

Tajikistan's Parliament has adopted a draft Amendment its traditions and celebrations law. It will formally prohibit wearing importing selling and advertising clothes alien to Tajik culture and this term is widely used by officials to describe Islamic clothing such as hijab. Watch in for more details!

Tajik Parliament approves bill banning Hijab, legal entities can be fined upto $5,400

In Syria, it's not the war that directly is impacting Ramadan celebration instead it's the pinching economic crisis that is keeping people from truly enjoying themselves on Islam's holiest month. Watch in for more details!

Syria: Many families forced to scale down Ramadan festivities, prices of essentials go up

Claim vs Truth? Is Iraqi refugee and Islam critic Salwan Momika really dead in Norway?

Pakistan court sentences woman to life imprisonment for burning pages of Islam’s holy book

Emmanuel Macron's France has deported a 52-year-old Tunisian Imam for calling the French flag 'satanic' and for insulting the Jews. In the past, Macron has vehemently defended free speech and the Right to Blaspheme, but what happened in this Imam's case? Does Macron only champion free speech when it suits his agenda?

Exposed: Macron's free-speech hypocrisy | France deports Imam for calling the French flag 'satanic'

An interesting study is coming up from Iran, according to the study by the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance, there has been a significant decline in adherence to religious values.

Government study shows that Iranians now less religious

An interesting study is coming up from Iran, according to the study by Ministry of Culture and Islamic guidance, there has been a significant decline in adherance to religious values.

73% Iranians vote for secular government while 22.5% advocate for religious government, says study

An old video of Italy's PM Giorgia Meloni has gone viral. The video shows Meloni calling Islam 'incompatible' with Europe. What made her say this? Does the statement hold merit or does Europe have a mindset problem? Priyanka Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Giorgia Meloni's old statement on Islam goes viral, sparks huge debate

'No place for Islam in Europe, compatibility problem': Italy's Giorgia Meloni said in an old video

According to Human Rights Watch, the Chinese government is closing and destroying a vast number of mosques in Ningxia and Gansu provinces. It is part of its “mosque consolidation” policy. But the rights watchdog calls the crackdown a “systematic effort” to curb the practice of Islam in China. Molly Gambhir brings you the report.

Gravitas: China trying to erase Islam? Mosques demolished, destroyed in Ningxia, Gansu

A new Human Rights Watch report alleges that China is destroying or repurposing mosques - it is called Beijing's crackdown on mosques and is part of China's efforts to target the practice of Islam in the country.

China: Human Rights Watch says mosques have been altered or closed down

China trying to curb Islam: Report | HRW says mosques have been altered or closed down

Islamic holy book is in crisis. Quran is being burnt in Sweden and Denmark. This sparked outrage across the world. But who is burning the Quran and why?

Why are Sweden and Denmark having a crisis over the Quran?

Tortured by Islamic militants for years, gritty Pakistani survivor determined to be fearless

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