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Home Pregnancy parenting Kids Kids on February 24, 2009 Are you worried that your kids will be alien to your mother language as they live immigrants in a foreign country? A 'Talking Muslim Doll' sets an excellent example on how to get your kids learn the mother language. A talking Muslim doll has been designed to help Asian immigrant children in UK to learn Quranic Arabic. Developed by a former Goldman Sachs banker, the 18-inch high soft doll, speaks various Islamic phrases such as "As-Salamu Alaikum," the traditional Islamic greeting. There is a boy doll named Yousuf and a girl doll named Aamina. They speak essential Quarnic words, phrases and surahs (prayers) and translate the Arabic sentences into English. These dolls essentially make the religious and language study interesting for the kids. Desi Doll Company, founded by Farzana Rahman makes the dolls. A former Goldman Sachs banker develops the dolls. The Muslim doll … [Read more...] about A Muslim Doll To Teach Quarnic Arabic

Home Women Women on March 16, 2022 When you mention the name of a comic book, one would always refer to someone like Superman or Spider-Man. It is these two action heroes after Batman which has left an important impression in the minds of young and old. But when it comes to women, you can think of Wonder Woman, Captain Marvel or Supergirl. But did you know that there at least five popular Muslim female superheroes or sheroes? Including Kamala Khan, better known as Ms Marvel, whose heroics will be showcased onscreen in Disney+ Hotstar's web series releasing on June 8. It is Wonder Woman who has been a real inspiration to a lot of young girls and women out there in our society to be brave and strong. If it wasn't for superheroes like Wonder Woman, you will not find a lot of real brave courageous women in our society. According to authors, it is believed that through these superheroes, people tend to enact the way their favourite characters portray … [Read more...] about Ms Marvel, Qahera And More: 5 Muslim Female Superheroes Who Inspire Us!

Home Yoga spirituality Festivals Festivals on September 12, 2022 It was way back in the early part of the 12th century that the Shaiva cult had grown a huge base of followers of whom Kulottunga Chola was the most important one. Although he was a great Shiva devotee, he was attached fanatically to the Shaiva cult. He looked down on the Vaishnava mantras, disrespected holy Basil, and even got the Govindaraja Perumal temple locked down for an indefinite time, after which, he forcibly got an agreement signed, that asked for strict compliance to the Shaivite tradition from everyone. Read on to know how the story connects with Bibi Nachiyar, a Muslim princess who is now enshrined as a deity in the Melkote temple, which is located in Mandya distinct, between Bangalore and Mysore. Bibi Nachiyar: Ramanujacharya Steps In To Tondanur Subjected to excruciating torture following this debacle, people finally informed Sri … [Read more...] about Bibi Nachiyar: Muslim Princess Enshrined As A Deity In The Melkote Temple

Home Insync Insync on May 4, 2009 A Muslim-owned jewellery shop has decided to ban customers wearing veils after being targeted by robbers disguise as Islamic women. According to The Telegraph, any one entering ATAA Jewellers in Glasgow must reveal their faces under planned new rules to protect staff from further attacks. The store owners decided to act after two Asian men wearing traditional Muslim women clothes 'including niqab veils' made away with thousands of pounds worth of jewellery earlier this month. The pair, who were also carrying handbags, pretended to be interested in buying some items but attacked staff with pepper spray when cabinets were unlocked. Now the Sadiq family who run the shop are planning to put up a sign informing customers that they cannot wear any headgear that covers the face. "It is our safety that matters as well at the end of the day," rukhsana sadiq told the BBC. AGENCIES Comments … [Read more...] about Muslim Jewellery Shop Bans Customers Wearing Veils

Home Yoga spirituality Festivals Festivals on September 13, 2022 Widely worshipped as the God that governs wisdom, prosperity and good luck, Lord Ganesha is the harbinger of good tidings and when invoked before any venture begins, he is bound to bless one's effort with success. Vighnaraja Sankashti Ganesh Chaturthi is dedicated to the Vignaraja Maha Ganpati of the Vigneshwara Peeta. Vighnaraja is understood as the one who has complete control over obstacles or hurdles. Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi Sankashti Chaturthi, as per the Hindu calendar, occurs twice, a month. The Chaturthi tithi after Purnima during the Krishna Paksha is called Sankashti Chaturthi whereas the Chaturthi tithi that comes after Amavasya during Shukla paksha is popularly known as Vinayaka Chaturthi. Going by the Amavasyant calendar, Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi arrives in the Bhadrapada month. According to the North Indian Hindi calendar … [Read more...] about Vighnaraja Sankashti Chaturthi 2022: Date, Moonrise Time, Rituals, Vrat Katha, And Significance

Home Yoga spirituality Festivals Festivals on September 14, 2022 Chitrakoot is a pilgrimage centre and a nagar panchayat, which is located in the Satna district of Madhya Pradesh. This place has gained momentum because it is connected with the popular Indian epic Ramayana. It virtually stands resplendent with the colours of life and holds historical significance. It conveys the stories of Lord Rama and Sita through the imprints of time. If you are curious to know about the events in Lord Rama's life, here is the place that will help you to connect the missing dots. Chitrakoot district is bounded in the North by Kaushambi, in the South by Satna (MP) Rewa (MP). Here are the top eight ancient temples of Chitrakoot that get you mesmerised to the point of no return. If religious places hold a special fascination for you, you can head straightaway to Chitrakoot. 1. Ram Ghat Ram Ghat, which is the most popular … [Read more...] about 8 Unforgettable Ancient Temples In Chitrakoot

Home Insync Pulse Pulse on September 14, 2022 Children are a bundle of joy and choosing a correct name can be a tough yet pleasurable challenge for parents. Sometimes, the name that you would so lovingly choose for the baby may be the name that your child refuses to grow old with. Well make a cup of tea or coffee for yourself, and leave this tricky job to us. We have curated unusual and beautiful baby names for boys/girls to name your cherubic bundle of joy. Aabha - Ray of light Aachal - Steady or immovable Aadhya - First Aadipta - Bright Adrika - Mountain, Hill, An Apsara Or Celestial Nymph. Aadya - Excellent and the first or primeval' Aakanksha - Desire Adrishya - One who conceals herself Ameya - One whose merits cant be measured Anokhi - Unique Anoohya - Indescribable Anindita - One who is blameless Ani - One who is unique Anadya - Existing for eternity Anya - One who is a stranger Arohi … [Read more...] about Unusual Names For Babies And Their Meanings

Home Yoga spirituality Festivals Festivals on September 16, 2022 Mantras have been given immense significance in Hinduism and are very popular in spiritual practices, often used to show devotion to deities. The mantras connect you at a deeper level to your soul. It works miracles on the reciter and the listener. There is a lot of mental discipline involved in the recitation and it should be correctly pronounced. The mantra syllables carry power and can surely solve problems. Mantras should be recited in the following way. Shakti mantra is most powerful and enables the person with the will, power and guts to fight any situation. It is good to chant the shakti mantra in the early morning. One rosary of this mantra should be chanted. Goddess Durga is the preserving, sustaining and destroying force of the universe. She eradicates evil from its roots and accords peace to the world. Durga puja is a festival that goes on for … [Read more...] about Durga Puja 2022: Powerful Durga Mantras And Their Benefits

Home Women Women on September 21, 2022 Women throughout Iran have been posting videos of themselves on social media, cutting their hair and burning their hijabs in response to the death of a 22-year-old. Mahsa Amini , a 22-year-old woman, detained by Iranian police, died during detention. Protests broke out in Iran as a result of her death. Amini was detained on Tuesday after Iranian police found fault with her hijab. She was reportedly beaten by police. The Iranian police have denied the allegations and claim that she died of a heart attack. However, Amini's relative confirmed that she had no history of heart disease. What Happened To Mahsa Amini? Mahsa Amini was detained earlier this week by "morality police" officers after reportedly finding fault with her hijab or headscarf. Police have cited Amini as having suffered a heart attack. Still, pro-reform news websites have quoted her uncle as not having a history of … [Read more...] about Iranian Women Cut Hair, Burn Hijab To Protest Death Of Mahsa Amini In ‘Moral Police’ Custody

Home Women Women on March 8, 2022 Indian women have always been labelled as traditional. Covering heads, wearing bindis, laden with ornaments, traditional clothes and so many other things set Indian women apart from the rest. The practice of covering heads in India has been a matter of curiosity for most of us, including those who are new to our culture. Covering the head and sometimes even veiling the face is often seen as a mark of respect. In some cultures, married women are supposed to pull off a veil in front of elder male members of the family. In very traditional and rural areas, women use their sari to completely cover the face and neck, concealing their identity before males. Some women use the fabric to cover their whole face, chest, arms, and stomach. This type of veiling is still popular with Hindu brides and is observed on the wedding day. Many new brides use the ghungat until their father-in-law advises to unveil. … [Read more...] about Opinion: Why Do Indian Women Cover Their Head And Face?