Muslims

Citing Sharias Law, the Taliban in Afghanistan has imposed a complete ban on political parties in the region. Interim Minister for Justice, Sha­ikh Maulavi Abdul Hak­eem Sharae said there was a complete ban on activities of political parties in Afghanistan. On August 17, the statement demonstrates that the Afghan Taliban may continue to monopolise power as a movement and have no intention of allowing political plurality in the country.

In Hyderabad, the prices of sheep are skyrocketing, amid the celebration of Eid-Al-Adha. As per sources, the costs of sheep for the ritual would be a burn in the pockets of middle-class people. Furthermore, the festival is a good opportunity for local traders and businessmen. While sheep traders from different areas converge on the temporary markets to sell their animals, many local youngsters also engage in a seasonal business

Former Janata Dal (United) Rajya Sabha MP Ghulam Rasool Balyawi created controversy, over his remark on hiring in the Indian Army. On February 13, Ghulam addressed a public event and said, "if there is any fear of fighting terrorists from Pakistan, appoint 30% Muslims in the Indian Army to deal with them." The BJP criticised Ghulam for his statement and said, this is an attempt to gain Muslim votes.

Asaduddin Owaisi, the chief of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), was not pleased with statements made by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on India's population increase. The AIMIM leader said Muslims use the most contraception. The AIMIM chief further said, “Their own Health Minister said that no law is needed in the country for population control. Country's demographic dividend is the best among all countries.” 

Punjab and Haryana High Court on June 20 declared that a Muslim girl above the age of 16 is eligible to enter into a marriage contract with a person of her preference citing Sharia Law. The ruling was issued in response to petition filed by Pathankot-based Muslim couple aged 16 and 21 years seeking protection from court. The court has ordered the SSP Pathankot to provide the couple with security.