Asaduddin Owaisi

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticized what he termed a double standard regarding religious practices, stating that if offering namaz on roads is deemed wrong, then restrictions should apply equally to all faiths, citing Article 25 of the Constitution. He questioned why objections are raised against Muslim prayers but not religious processions of other communities.

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticizes the Election Commission's voter list revision, fearing it could disenfranchise Muslims, women, migrants, and the poor, creating "excluded Indians." He alleges the exercise, which has already removed millions, is a precursor to identifying illegal immigrants. The Supreme Court, however, has upheld the EC's authority to ensure accurate electoral rolls.

Senior advocate Khaza Moizuddin was allegedly mowed down by an SUV in Hyderabad, with his son claiming it was a targeted murder linked to his legal fight against waqf property encroachment. The son alleged at least five prior attempts on his father's life and warned of a conspiracy. Police are investigating all angles.

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi alleged the Nashik TCS exploitation case is an intentional attempt to target educated Muslim youths, claiming it lacks legal standing and faces a media trial. He stated the corporator involved will contest the matter legally, asserting the party's unawareness of the incident and that recovered items are not illegal.

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has struck down a 2003 ASI order permitting Friday namaz at the disputed site, in a verdict that aligns with the Supreme Court’s 2019 judgment in the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid case

As mainstream parties grow wary of courting Muslim voters, debates within the community are becoming sharper. Can a new political platform give Muslims a stronger voice without falling into identity politics?

As the BJP dominated Gujarat civic polls, AIMIM emerged as a surprise contender in select pockets, notably securing a clean sweep in Ward No. 1 of Bhuj Municipality and all four seats in Ward No. 10 of Bharuch Municipality. The party's performance indicates a growing electoral presence in Gujarat's local body politics.

"The accused all allegedly belonged to Abhinav Bharat. The explosions claimed 31 lives and injured 312. The blasts specifically targeted Muslims. Yet, maybe out of habit, the investigation agencies first arrested nine Muslims, who were eventually acquitted in 2016. In yesterday's order, the High Court criticised the NIA for its botched investigation," Owaisi said in a post on X.

Around 1.25 lakh Indian Haj pilgrims face a last-minute Rs 10,000 airfare hike due to rising jet fuel costs amid Middle East instability. Airlines initially sought a larger increase, but the government capped it, shifting the burden to pilgrims despite years of careful financial planning.

AIMIM has ended its electoral alliance with Humayun Kabir's AUJP following a sting video allegedly showing Kabir discussing a Rs 1,000-crore deal with BJP and suggesting Muslim voters be misled. AIMIM stated it cannot associate with statements questioning the integrity of Bengal's Muslims and will now contest independently.

A dispute between two accused, Ayan Ahmed and Uzer Khan, exposed a sexual abuse and blackmail scandal involving girls in Amravati. Their alleged bet to win over girls escalated to recording and uploading explicit videos online. The fallout reportedly occurred over money, leading Uzer Khan to make the videos viral in anger.

Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind has sent a show-cause notice to Maulana Badruddin Ajmal, head of the Assam chapter, demanding a response within 24 hours regarding his rumored collaboration with a so-called 'communal political party' during election campaigns. This development could sway the Muslim electorate in Assam, with whispers of a connection to Asaduddin Owaisi from AIMIM.

Assam Pradesh Congress Committee president Gaurav Gogoi labeled CM Himanta Biswa Sarma a "hypocrite" for allegedly supporting cattle and liquor syndicates while claiming to be a Hindu saviour. Gogoi also accused Home Minister Amit Shah of using AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi to aid AIUDF, calling the latter the BJP's "B" team.

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi accused West Bengal's ruling parties of exploiting Muslim votes without delivering development. Addressing a rally, he announced an alliance with the Aam Janata Unnayan Party to increase Muslim representation and push for their economic upliftment, aiming to challenge Mamata Banerjee's TMC.