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Batla House is one of the most sought-after destinations during Ramazan, as people from across Delhi and Okhla flock to the area for Eid shopping. Although this bustling market attracts shoppers year-round, Ramazan brings a unique level of activity. During this month, the market is packed with shoppers and revelers, making it the busiest time of the year. With the increase in traffic, the biggest challenge for the authorities is maintaining order and control. For years, the local NGO Samaj Sudhar Trust, along with the Batla House Market Association, has taken charge of the situation with full support from the…
Jamia Millia Islamia takes great pride in announcing that its team, consisting of Abhijet Siwach, Lamia Hussain, and Lakshav Singh Sambyal, all second-year B.A.LL.B. (Hons) students from the Faculty of Law, secured the position of Runners Up in the inaugural MANUU Law School National Data Privacy Moot Court Competition 2025. This event was hosted by Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) in Hyderabad, where Lakshav Singh Sambyal was also honored with the Best Speaker Award. The moot court competition, which was held in a Hybrid Mode on March 8-9 and March 18, 2025, saw participation from 32 teams across the…
The National Service Scheme (NSS), Jamia Hamdard, successfully organized a two-day intellectual programme of Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2025 on the theme “One Nation, One Election: Paving the Way for Viksit Bharat” from 19th March to 20th March, 2025 at Convention Centre, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi. The programme was organized under the initiative of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. The Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament is a transformative platform initiated by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, aimed at empowering the youth of the nation to voice their ideas, engage in meaningful…
Saheen Bagh residents woke up to news of a massive fire in the area on Saturday morning. The blaze which break out at a footwear showroom in the Shaheen Bagh factory outlet — a popular hotspot for Delhi residents — was eventually brought under control after hours of effort, with more than 10 fire tenders deployed. Police officials were also present at the spot. According to local Shaheen Bagh residents, who gathered in large numbers after news of the fire spread like wildfire, the blaze was massive, with thick black smoke billowing from the building, visible from a distance. ALSO…
Dr. Subi Chaturvedi, an alumna of AJK MCRC Jamia Millia Islamia, was honoured with the Amity Corporate Leadership Award of Excellence in AI at a ceremony in Gurugram in recognition of her contributions to the artificial intelligence (AI). The award was presented as part of the 18th International Conference on AI Revolution: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Path Forward, celebrating the thought leaders shaping the future of AI. A distinguished voice in AI transformation, Dr. Subi Chaturvedi has been at the forefront of building India’s AI ecosystem, advocating for a progressive policy environment and spearheading the responsible adoption of AI across…
A delegation comprising students and faculty from the University of Applied Sciences (UAS), Erfurt, Germany is visiting the Department of Social Work, Jamia Millia Islamia from March 17 to March 27, 2025. This visit is part of the MoU established between JMI and UAS. Notably, under this MoU, academic exchange programmes have been ongoing since 2002. During their 10-day visit, the German delegation will attend academic lectures covering issues and concerns of marginalised groups, including children, the elderly, and access to healthcare and the unique positioning of social work education and practice in India. The lectures will provide insights into…
In a show of unity against the practice of child marriage, over 30 eminent faith leaders representing ten religions and faiths united in New Delhi a few days ago to initiate a dialogue on national level interfaith forum of faith leaders for child marriage free India by 2030. The main objective of the forum as discussed at a national dialogue organised by India Child Protection will be to leverage religious influence of faith leaders in raising awareness against it, support in implementation of the laws at local, state and national levels, and strengthen interfaith collaboration to end the practice. ICP,…
The once-famous Shaheen Bagh vegetable market is in shambles. BY Jauwad Hassan It has been making headlines due to the ill-treatment shoppers face from some rude shopkeepers and vendors. An incident in the market just a day ago, which has gone viral, will leave you feeling ashamed. What was once a place of harmony and brotherhood has now become a hub for anti-social elements, who are posing as biryani or fruit vendors. Misbehaviour with decent people, lewd comments towards women, and mistreatment of customers have become common thing at the market. Immediate action is necessary to address this disgraceful situation,…
A mother who applied for her child’s admission to the Jamia Nursery is upset with the procedure and has written a letter to the Vice Chancellor regarding reservations. Addressing Professor Md Mahtab Alam Rizvi, Registrar Jamia and chairman, school admission, she wrote: “Representation seeking necessary remedial corrective action for 2025-26 admissions at Mushir Fatma Nursery School by conducting fresh draws as per the prevailing rules and cancelling the outcome of draws held on 9th March 2025 as the entire process got vitiated because of discriminatory admission methodology.” ALSO READ USA delegation Jamia visit to boost academic collaborations On Jamia Nursery…
Yuva Sansad (Youth Parliament): The “Viksit Bharat Yuva Sansad”, a two-day event hosted at Jamia Hamdard, focusing on the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, when India will complete 100 years of Independence. BY Md Hayat Anjum and Fouzia Iqbal. The main theme of the event was — “One Nation, One Election – A Path Towards a Developed India.” The event commenced at 10:00 AM, beginning with the recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by the Hamdard Tarana, performed by the students of Jamia Hamdard. 10:00 – 10:15 AM – Lamp Lighting Ceremony All guests, along with the Vice-Chancellor of Jamia…