Characteristics Of Western Philosophy

Arshad Shaikh In the first series of articles on Western Philosophy by Arshad Shaikh, we tried to understand it by classifying it in chronological order. Thus, we saw – Western philosophy as being ancient, medieval, modern, and contemporary. In this second of the...

The 2023 Israeli Offensive in Gaza

A Story of Occupation and ResistanceThe month of October has witnessed outright violence and oppression of Gazans, with an effective license to kill being granted to the occupying Israeli powers by Western countries who offer both implicit approval and explicit...

Editorial

The month of September brought a wave of joy for women in India when they witnessed a landmark legislation being passed in the Indian parliament. This much awaited legislation - the Women’s Reservation Bill had to wait twenty seven years for approval as it was first...

Women’s Reservation Bill, A Roundup

What is it?Officially the The Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023 and also called Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, is a bill introduced in the Parliament. It was passed in both houses.Highlights of the BillThe Constitution (One Hundred and...

An Ethical Stance Against Violence

Tasneem Ataullah In a world rife with mindless violence, how did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) understand, conceptualize and reject pointless violence and destruction? How did he negotiate the extraordinary political and strategic challenges of his time without resorting to...

MENSTRUATION:THROUGH THE LENS OF THE UNANI SYSTEM OF MEDICINE

In a world where menstruating women still face taboos, Dr Syeda Ayeman Mazhar explores concepts and recommendations in Unani medicine known for millennia and the role of alternative approaches in painful conditions.Dr Syeda Ayeman Assistant Professor, Rajasthan Unani...

Arthritis: What you need to know to stay healthy

Dr Saleha Is a resident of Kuwait, a homoeopathic doctor, and a consultant dieticianThe dietary modifications serve as a guide to making healthy food choices to maintain a healthy body weight, including foods which reduce inflammation and exclude foods which can...

Hope Over Despair

Amina Shaikh The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) advised seeking guidance from knowledgeable sources during challenges. This principle holds relevance in addressing mental health issues. Silence often intensifies emotional struggles, making open conversations essential. By...

Virtues of Food

Midnight is the time of my rumbling tummy,I long for the food bumbling yummy! Since the irony is - nothing in the refrigerator or in the kitchen cabinetThe dining table is clear and the vessels are washedDrinking the water to make my stomach laminateWhen the food is...

Is Food Making Us Depressed?

In recent times, the connection between nutrition and mental well-being has garnered significant attention. Epidemiological research has pointed out that adhering to healthy dietary patterns, which involve a high intake of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and legumes,...

The Enchanted Realms

Enlightened by the Quran The Enchanted Realms: A Journey of Reflection Heba Shakeel   Have you ever taken a moment to observe your surroundings? Have you ever wondered how tiny seeds sprout into towering trees, their branches reaching for the sky? Have you marvelled...

Depression in the Islamic Perspective

Haifa Mohamed “People are so sensitive nowadays.”, “What do you mean you’re depressed, just be more optimistic.” “I’ve gone through way worse when I was your age and I didn’t blame it all on this depression thing.” Heard this, and more? Let Haifa Mohamed tell you why...

Childhood: Key to a Stable Adulthood

Sufiya Tazeen Prioritizing the well-being of young minds not only safeguards their future but also lays the foundation for a healthier society down the road. In this article, Sufiya Tazeen explains how…Early life adversities can initiate the onset of psychological...

ROLE OF WOMEN IN MATHEMATICS

Dr Shaheena Historically, men have dominated the field of mathematics. Women were usually discouraged from studying higher mathematics, but many advocated for equality. In this essay, Dr Shaheena Khatoon takes us through a journey through the past and more recent...

THE WORLD INSIDE A BOOK…

Found a book where I get lost inKept in a resplendent shelf of the Library Old and dusty was its skinFelt like I was pieced back to the 19th century… Walking through the redolent rosarium As I met an orphic form of soul lightHe introduced himself as a rose guardian...

Aimless Pursuits

In a world of delusion and aimless living where existence has no directionand life seems like an unplanned selectionIn this chaotic world of wonderI spend some time to ponder. Is life so desultory that we discuss things predestined?On gender, sexuality and equality....

An Elegy for Hope

Hope is brazen, courageous, and audacious.Despair’s loathed rival, bargaining with destiny, pleading with Providence, Hope is brazen in her fight against the ebbing tideThe dimming light,The darkness closing in on all four sides,The floodwaters rising higher and...

Childrens Hub

Did You Know?Sadaqah is an Arabic term for charity, the spirit of giving• It is an integral part of Islam• Sadaqah stands in the way of calamity and miserliness• Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, said: “The believer’s shade on theDay of Resurrection will be his...

Let’s Go Shopping

Dad: Come on, all of you get ready quickly. Let’s go shopping.Mom:  Yes. There is not even one spoon of sugar to make tea. Rice, flour, milk, eggs.… everything got over. Hurry up. Otherwise, I don’t know what to cook for dinner.Seema:  That’s a good idea. Let’s go to...