AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has criticized the Modi government’s proposed Waqf (Amendment) Bill, which includes a provision for two non-Muslim members on the central Waqf Council. He raised the issue in response to the new chairman of the Tirupati temple’s statement that only Hindus should be employed at the temple, arguing for parity and questioning why non-Muslims are involved in the Waqf Board when Muslims are excluded from the Tirupati temple board.
The All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has filed a complaint against Union Minister Giriraj Singh for his controversial remarks made during a Hindu Swabhiman Yatra in Kishanganj, Bihar. The complaint alleges that Singh’s statements were inflammatory and aimed at inciting communal tensions. The AIMIM’s action follows a widespread backlash against Singh’s comments, which included calls for stockpiling weapons and accusations of ‘love jihad’.
AIMIM leader Shoaib Jamai ignited a controversy by calling for a boycott of Himachal Pradesh apples by Muslim traders, citing alleged ‘hatred’ from the region. He later apologized, claiming he was emotionally carried away and misinterpreted. The incident has sparked reactions from both the BJP and the apple growers of Himachal Pradesh.
Amit Malviya, BJP’s IT cell convener, has criticized the Congress government in Karnataka for withdrawing the Old Hubballi police station riot case, alleging that the decision was made to appease Muslim voters. The case involved violent protests by a Muslim mob following a social media post considered offensive to their religious sentiments. Malviya claims the withdrawal occurred despite opposition from the law and police departments, and that several officers were injured during the riot.
Asaduddin Owaisi, the chief of All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) and Member of Parliament from Hyderabad, turned 55 years old on Friday. Born on May 13, 1969, Owaisi has been representing Hyderabad since 2004 and has a long history of political activism. In the current elections, he is contesting against BJP leader Madhavi Latha and BRS’ Gaddam Srinivas Yadav in Hyderabad. Owaisi is known for his strong advocacy for Muslim rights and his outspoken criticism of the government on various issues. He has also been a vocal opponent of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and the National Register of Citizens (NRC).
Asaduddin Owaisi, the leader of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), is a pivotal figure in Indian politics. In an interview with Livemint, Owaisi discussed his party’s prospects in the upcoming general elections, the pressing issues facing India, and the anti-Muslim rhetoric by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Despite fielding candidates in states with significant Muslim populations, Owaisi emphasized the importance of defeating the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). He criticized the so-called secular parties for their reluctance to field Muslim candidates and argued that their actions undermine the pluralism and diversity of India. Owaisi also addressed the BJP’s attacks on Muslims, stating that such rhetoric is a reflection of the party’s true DNA. He expressed confidence that India will one day have a Muslim Prime Minister, but acknowledged that it may not happen in his lifetime.
AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has challenged Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to clarify his stance on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s controversial remarks against Muslims. Owaisi accused Modi of spreading hatred against Muslims and warned that he would be held responsible for any fresh riots in the country.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of carrying out a campaign of hatred against the Muslim community. He warned that Modi would be solely responsible if riots broke out in the country in the future. Owaisi criticized Modi’s recent statement that the Congress would distribute the country’s wealth to Muslims if it came to power. He said that Modi was only trying to divert attention from real issues.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has refuted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s claims made during an election rally in Rajasthan, accusing him of stereotyping Muslims. Owaisi dismissed Modi’s allegations that Muslims have more children, citing official data indicating a decline in the fertility rate within the community. He also highlighted that the fertility rate among Hindus is lower. Owaisi criticized the PM’s use of divisive language, including referring to Muslims as ‘ghuspaithiye’ (infiltrators).
