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Asaduddin Owaisi, president of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM), recently made a significant statement that could shake up the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections and impact politics in Okhla. In an interview with ABP News, Owaisi revealed that his party might field Shifaur Rahman, the jailed former president of the Jamia Alumni Association, from the Okhla Assembly seat. This revelation has sparked intense debate within the local political community. Shifaur Rahman, who was a prominent figure in the anti-CAA movement at Jamia Millia Islamia during his tenure as president from 2019-2020, is seen by many as a strong candidate in Okhla.…

Okhla AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan made every effort to convince officials not to proceed with their plan to widen the boundary wall on Abul Fazal Enclave Hari Kothi road on Thursday, but was unsuccessful. As of the time of this report, work is still underway to erect a new wall, encroaching on the existing road. Residents expressed concerns, lamenting that the road they have used for years is being narrowed, which could lead to traffic congestion and commuting issues on the Abul Fazal Enclave Hari Kothi Road, in front of Al Shifa Hospital. The boundary wall is being extended over…

Several makeshift fruit shops, operating for the past seven years in front of Al Shifa Hospital in Abul Fazal Enclave, were dismantled today as part of the construction of a boundary wall. These shops were dismantled to make way for a boundary wall being built by the UP Irrigation Water Department. As news spread through the locality in the afternoon, concerned residents gathered. Two local leaders, Okhla MLA Amanatullah Khan and Congress leader Arfa Khanam, arrived at the scene, though many other leaders were absent. Surprisingly, former Okhla MLA Asif Md Khan and his Councillor daughter Ariba Khan were not…

In an achievement, the Government of India has recently awarded Patent number 556810 to Jamia Millia Islamia scholars Dr Tanveer Ahmad, an Assistant Professor, and his PhD student, Nisha Chaudhary, from the Multidisciplinary Centre for Advanced Research & Studies (MCARS) at JMI. The patent granted on December 24, 2024, recognises their pioneering invention titled “a system and method for genomic markers and digital pathology image-based predictions of oral malignant disorders”. Their innovative methodology, developed in collaboration with partners, leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and digital pathology to enhance the diagnosis and prediction of oral cancer. This advanced system can study tissue…

Setback for Asaduddin Owaisi’s party AIMIM in Okhla for the upcoming Delhi Assembly Election 2025, according to political analysts. Although AIMIM is still struggling to announce a candidate from Okhla, the party faced a blow when its member Kaushar Imam Siddique, also known as Laddan, quit the party just a day ago. Setback for Asaduddin Owaisi’s party AIMIM in Okhla In a grand event held in Batla House, Laddan joined the AAP, with Okhla MLA Amanatullah Khan also sharing the stage. The event was a major success, drawing a large crowd of local residents. Laddan, a close aide to Amanatullah,…

The Filmy Kaafila Film Festival, held yesterday at Jamia Hamdard University, was a monumental event that successfully brought together cinema lovers, filmmakers, and thought leaders to discuss, celebrate, and reflect on the power of film in addressing social issues. With close to 300 attendees, the festival featured 13 impactful films by budding filmmakers from underserved backgrounds, each shedding light on pressing social concerns, and was graced by eminent guest speakers and industry professionals. Over 111 years ago on a similar cold winter morning on the 29th of December, 1913 Cecil DeMille started filming Hollywood’s first feature film, The Squaw Man.…

Okhla Vihar: An unattended bag near Jama Masjid Kahkashan sparked panic among residents of the area on Sunday night, according to locals. As words spread, panicked residents stepped out of their homes to find out what was inside the bag. Police were informed and it arrived at the scene for inspection. The bomb squad and fire brigade also arrived, said the residents. UNATTENDED BAG OKHLA VIHAR A few YouTubers, who were aware of the incident, reached there to cover it. When one YouTuber asked an official about the contents of the bag, he stated that only clothes were found. ALSO…

Two leaders are emerging as the top contenders for the Congress ticket from Okhla, with the Delhi Assembly election in 2025 just a few months away. While several Congress figures are vying for the nomination, sources indicate that two names are currently leading the race. On one side, there’s the G9 group, a collective of young leaders, and on the other, the established political families of former Congress MLA Asif Mohammad Khan and Pervez Hashmi. According to one party insider — who is also in the race — the competition seems to be between the two families. The insider revealed…

Dr Mohd Moonis, a sports coach from Jamia Millia Islamia, was elected as Senior Vice President of the Delhi Tennis Ball Cricket Association, according to information shared by Moonis. The Delhi Tennis Ball Cricket Association (DTBCA) held its election for office bearers and Managing Committee members for the term 2024-2028 at Hotel Mukut in Vasundhara, Sector 13 and it was here that Moonis was selected, said a statement issued by Moonis team. A Jamia alumnus, Moonis after completing his education started his job with his alma mater as a hockey coach. ALSO WATCH ALSO READ Munna Khalid’s journey to stardom…

Jamia new rule is talk of the town. Jamia Millia Islamia has banned posters and graffiti on the campus. In a notice the new administration has pointed out that students or outsiders if found putting posters or making graffiti on Jamia walls without the prior approval of the university authorities they will be fined Rs 20,000 or even suspended if students of the university. Jamia new rule “Any individual whether a student or an outsider found guilty of defacing university property will be fined Rs 20,000. In case of repeated offenses, stricter actions, including suspension (for students) or legal proceedings…