Sir Razik Fareed (1893–1984) stands as one of the most distinguished figures in the history of Sri Lanka’s Muslim community. A visionary leader, diplomat, and statesman, he played a critical role in advocating for the rights and development of Sri Lankan Muslims and the broader national interest of the country. His legacy is marked by his tireless efforts to bridge …
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A Tribute to Mr. Shibly Aziz PC: The Beacon of Hulftsdorp on the 6th Anniversary of his passing.
In 1998, standing on the threshold of my legal career, I was a village boy from Kalawewa, fresh from completing my law degree at the University of Colombo. It had been a journey that defied the odds. One out of 200 selected nationwide to study law, I had every reason to be proud, yet as the graduation day drew closer, …
Read More »Commemorating World Children’s Day: An Islamic Approach
The 1st Oct marks universal Children’s Day. However we can celebrate every day as Children’s Day by practicing beautiful teachings of Islam associated with the rights of Children. Children in Islam Islam is a religion revealed by God for all people, in all places, at all times. As such, Islam is accessible to everybody and is particularly mindful of the …
Read More »The first Muslim news reader at Rupavahini, Ayesha Junaideen passes away
Aysha Junaideen a veteran broadcaster and TV newsreader passed away on 22nd October, in Colombo. The interment of the Janaza took place in Kuppiyawatte Muslim Burial Ground after Asr prayer on 23rd Monday. She was a commerce graduate hailed from Madampe of Puttalam district. She joined SLBC Muslim Service as a producer in 1973. Many popular programmes were produced by …
Read More »THE ARABIAN ORIGIN OF THE SYMBOL OF NATIONAL PEOPLE’S POWER – THE MAALIMAAWA (COMPASS)
The National People’s Power has chosen a most interesting symbol as their party symbol. It is the Compass which is known in the Sinhala language as Maalimaawa.That the party should have chosen as their symbol a device meant to show the proper direction one should take says a lot about about their worldview.However did you know that the Sinhala word …
Read More »Saudi Arabia’s Hilwah Al-Jouf: A timeless bond between people and dates across generations
Hilwah Al-Jouf cultivation, in particular, is a source of pride for date farmers and an important element of the region’s economy. (SPA) With nearly one million palm trees, Al-Jouf region produces more than 43,000 tonnes of dates each year, including the popular Hilwah Al-Jouf RIYADH: Generations of Al-Jouf natives have been associated with palm trees, underlining the deep connection …
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