Product
At a time when users and activists feel increasingly surveilled, silenced, and sidelined on major social platforms, particularly when expressing criticism of Israel, a new platform has been launched, which promises to be "actually on your side". Meet UpScrolled, the just-launched Instagram alternative that promises no shadowbanning, no
Travel
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the Government of Maldives will designate a number of islands exclusively for the development of halal tourism, in a major move to diversify the nation’s world-renowned tourism sector. The announcement was made via the President’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, where
Lifestyle
In a market saturated with apparel brands vying for attention through flashy designs and aggressive marketing, MAN OF GODⓇ wants to stand apart. Founded in April 2024 by Arfa Amaan and Ahaan Iqbal, this Indian men’s lifestyle brand is not just selling clothing—it’s selling an ideology. Rooted
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Islamic Finance
The Definitive Guide to Shariah-Compliant Mutual Funds in India Investing in alignment with Islamic principles has become a growing priority for many Muslims. In India, Shariah-compliant mutual funds offer an ethical investment avenue by excluding activities and industries prohibited under Islamic law. These funds strictly adhere to principles such as
Culture
In the hustle of modern life, it’s common to lose sight of the deeper purpose and spiritual connection that make our lives fulfilling. Revival Retreats, founded by Scottish-born filmmaker Zoheb Ashfaq, offers Muslims an opportunity to step back and reconnect with both their heritage and spirituality. Ashfaq, who launched
Culture
In 2017, a quiet yet ambitious design venture emerged with a deceptively simple name: Minimal Muslim. Founded by Amir Equbal, it began as a creative agency with a straightforward aim: to reinterpret Islamic design by incorporating minimalist principles rooted in simplicity, moderation, and functionality. Equbal sought to fill a gap
Innovation & Technology
In the annals of Türkiye's technological advancement, the collaboration between Prof. Dr. Necmettin Erbakan, a visionary political leader and former Prime Minister of Türkiye, and Özdemir Bayraktar, a pioneering engineer, stands as a unique example of leadership meeting innovation. Their partnership laid the groundwork for Baykar, the company
Education
In 2018, deep in the congested lanes of Tiljala, a densely populated neighbourhood in South Kolkata, Wali Rahmani founded Umeed Academy with a mission to uplift underprivileged children in his community. Starting in a modest three-storey building with just three orphaned boys, the school quickly gained attention, growing in both
Innovation & Technology
Tarteel, known for its AI-driven Quran memorization app, has launched the Quranic Universal Library, or QUL, a new open-source platform designed to centralize and enhance access to high-quality Quranic resources. Tailored for developers, technologists, and innovators, QUL aims to inspire and support projects that serve the Muslim Ummah by simplifying
Halal Industry
The global halal industry is projected to achieve an extraordinary value of $6.7 trillion by the end of 2024, as reported by Ahmad Kawesa Sengendo, Assistant Secretary-General for Economic Affairs at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). This notable figure underscores the rapid and expansive growth of the halal
Innovation & Technology
In a bid to support pro-Palestinian advocacy through technology, Tech for Palestine has launched the “Tech for Palestine Incubator.” The incubator aims to bolster efforts for a free Palestine by providing resources and connections to projects dedicated to Palestinian rights advocacy. These initiatives, whether individual-driven, non-profits, or tech companies, focus