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Uzair Hasan Rizvi
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Muslim clerics in India unite against superstar televangelist Zakir Naik
Sunni and Shia clerics demand a ban on Naik’s TV channel, books and online lectures for misinterpreting the Quran and misleading Muslims.
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As Eid draws closer, the big question looms: When will the moon be sighted?
The tussle is yet to resolved between those who believe the moon must be seen in order to declare Eid, and those who depend on scientific calculations.
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Lucknow’s leading location scout on what brings Bollywood to the city: ‘It’s very shooting friendly’
The capital of Uttar Pradesh is easy with permissions and big on subsidies.
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Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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Is apple cider vinegar as good for health as it sounds?
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Lucknow may soon have the country's largest network of cycle tracks
But with polls in UP due next year, is Akhilesh Yadav’s initiative just a way to take his party symbol to the people?
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[Photos] Meet the ‘biggest Shah Rukh Khan fan in the world’
Encounters with an obsessive admirer of the superstar – not from the upcoming movie but in real life.
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A century on, the site of the historic Lucknow Pact is in ruins
The Rifa-e-Aam Club in Lucknow that hosted the pivotal joint session of the Muslim League and the Congress in 1916 has fallen prey to vandals.
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Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Shias across India protest the detention in Nigeria of an Iran-backed cleric
Demonstrations in Delhi, Lucknow and other cities express support for Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky.
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Undeterred by terror threat, Indian Shias flock to Iraq for the world's biggest pilgrimage
More than three crore Muslims are expected to gather in Karbala for Arbaeen, which commemorates the martryrdom of Imam Husain in the seventh century.
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In pictures: An Indian discovers the vibrant, old-world charm of Iran
Culture comes alive in Iran, where sanctions in place for several years are in the process of being lifted.
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The Reel
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Start the week with a film: A legend returns in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
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Why Samajwadi Party fears the steep political cost of the death of five lion cubs
Mulayam Singh Yadav’s pet project, the Etawah lion safari, is in limbo after the deaths of all lion cubs. But his party is working hard to give voters an alternative before the next state polls.
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Searching for identity in India: Hindu refugees from Pakistan encounter suspicion and indifference
Facing religious persecution across the border, hundreds of Hindu migrate from Pakistan, hoping to find citizenship and acceptance – only to find their dreams shattered.
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If you don't have regular matches, how do you expect women's football to develop, asks Aditi Chauhan
From playing for India U-19 to being first choice goalkeeper for West Ham Ladies United, Aditi Chauhan shares her thoughts on her amazing journey.
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The Field
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru end losing run with convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day
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Boundaries and impact: The imbalance in IPL 2024 shows it is not a good time to be a bowler