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Islamist NYC Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani’s Father Mahmood Mamdani Is On Gaza Tribunal With Hamas-Linked Operative Ramy Abdu

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Islamist NYC Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani’s Father Mahmood Mamdani Is On Gaza Tribunal With Alleged Hamas Operative Ramy Abdu

Mahmood Mamdani, a professor at Columbia University and father of New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, appears on the advertised Advisory Policy Council of the Gaza Tribunal (a non-binding “people’s tribunal” on Gaza). His listing is alongside Ramy Abdu, described in some reports as an Israel-designated operative of Hamas in Europe.

The Tribunal’s October 2025 Istanbul session is reported to have included speakers with past affiliations or convictions connected to the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ). For example:

  • Sami Al-Arian (convicted 2006 in U.S. for services to PIJ).
  • Sahar Francis (head of Addameer, designated U.S. supporter of PFLP).
  • Ramzy Baroud (editor of The Palestine Chronicle, alleged past employment links with a Hamas operative).
Image Source: Gaza Tribunal

While the Tribunal presents itself as a human-rights forum, critics point to what they describe as its “infested” mix of figures with terror-designated affiliations.

Mahmood Mamdani’s participation has been flagged in this context, though no public statement appears from him defending specific affiliations with Hamas or these speakers.

Notable Past Commentary

Mahmood Mamdani has drawn considerable attention for his academic writings. In his 2004 book Good Muslim, Bad Muslim: America, the Cold War, and the Roots of Terror, he wrote that “[s]uicide bombing needs to be understood as a feature of modern political violence rather than stigmatized as a mark of barbarism. We need to recognise the suicide bomber, first and foremost, as a category of soldier.”

Mahmood Mamdani even authored a book arguing that Muslims are not inherently responsible for jihadist violence and claiming that figures like Osama bin Laden were products of U.S. foreign policy – specifically, American intelligence operations during the Cold War.

This framing, critics say, aligns with narratives used by militant groups to legitimise violence; supporters argue it is an analytical viewpoint on non-state violence rather than an endorsement.

Zohran Mamdani’s Campaign, Positions and Controversies

Zohran Mamdani, a state assembly member in New York and Democratic candidate for New York City mayor in 2025, has come under scrutiny for his positions on Israel and Palestine and his father’s associations.

Zohran’s “love” for Jews has a long history. In a past podcast appearance, Zohran Mamdani made a controversial remark about his Israeli math teacher, joking that the teacher was skilled at following him because he had “tailed brown guys for a long time” while serving in the IDF, indicative of his “love” and fixation on Jewish identity.

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He has declined to unequivocally condemn the phrase “globalize the Intifada,” a slogan used by some pro-Palestinian groups and considered by many Jewish organisations as euphemistic for violence.

A 2017 rap song resurfaced in which Mamdani allegedly expressed support for the “Holy Land Five,” leaders of a now-defunct foundation convicted of funneling money to Hamas.

His affiliations with organisations such as the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) have drawn scrutiny from pro-Israel groups that view them as aligned with extremist or anti-Zionist agendas.

Zohran Mamdani was the keynote speaker at the DSA convention in 2023. In his speech he made sure to call out Zionists. In the clipping viral on social media he is seen saying, “I recall in 2017 when I was working on the (unclear) team campaign for City Council, a campaign which changed my life. If you don’t clap, you’re a Zionist. It’s a joke, you don’t have to clap”.

But according to his fans, he was “just joking.”

Media reports also note that following his primary win, there was an alleged surge in anti-Muslim harassment towards him, including death threats and comparisons to September 11 attackers. He twisted that and cried over how his aunt (later found to be his dad’s cousin who died a few years ago) found it difficult to wear a hijab and travel in the subway after the terror attack.

Mamdani has stated he supports universal human rights and “justice and safety” for Israelis and Palestinians alike.
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However, when pressed if Hamas should disarm, if hamas must lay down their weapons and leave the leadership in Gaza, he said, “I believe that any future here in New York City is one that is affordable for all and that pertains to Israel and Palestine that we have to ensure that there is peace and that is the future that we have to fight for.” When pressed for an answer on the disarmament of Hamas, he replied, “I don’t really have opinions about the future of Hamas and Israel beyond the question of justice and safety and the fact that anything has to abide by international law, and that applies to Hamas, that applies to Israeli military, applies to anyone you could ask me about.”

Critics interpreted this as evasive. On election-related commentary, he noted that Israel is committing genocide — a view aligned with hard-left pro-Palestinian activists.

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He even sat down for an interview with Hasan Piker who mentioned that his favourite flag was that of Hezbollah.

He even called Benjamin Netanyahu a “war criminal“.

Like Father Like Son & Vice-Versa

Opponents of Mamdani point to the combination of his campaign, his father’s involvement in the Gaza Tribunal, and the shared broad pro-Palestinian posture as indicative of potential alignment with radical causes. Supporters counter that many claims are exaggerated or part of Islamophobic/antisemitic attack campaigns. A commentary in In These Times referred to some of the criticism as “weaponised” identity politics.

Mahmood Mamdani, in an interview, is seen saying, “I do not see a rise of antisemitism, I see a rise of anti-Zionism, the two things are very different. They are not the same.”

The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.

Ramy Abdu: Designation and Affiliations

Ramy Abdu, chairman of the Geneva-based NGO EuroMed Human Rights Monitor, sits alongside Mahmood Mamdani on the Gaza Tribunal Advisory Policy Council.

Reportedly, Israel designated Abdu in 2013 as a member of a Hamas European operative network; he is said to have family ties to senior Hamas figures and has made statements eulogising individuals killed in Hamas/Al-Qassam operations.

His presence in the Tribunal and alongside Mamdani forms a focal point of the allegation that Mamdani is aligned with Hamas-linked networks.

Interpretation and Implications

Mamdani’s ideological alignment with terrorist-linked groups?

Critics argue that the confluence of:

  • Mahmood Mamdani’s association with a body (Gaza Tribunal) that features speakers with terror-designated ties,
  • Zohran Mamdani’s campaign rhetoric and social affiliations, and
  • Ramy Abdu’s Hamas-linked background, point to a broader ideological alignment with radical Islamist/anti-Israel causes.

With Zohran Mamdani running for NYC mayor, a city with a large Jewish population, the associations have become a point of concern in Jewish and pro-Israel communities. Some commentators have labelled Mamdani’s campaign a potential risk to Jewish safety and communal relations.

With America going the UK way of electing Islamist Mayors, it is time to take a step back and look at how “safe” Jews are in an Islamist UK.

The links and associations between Mahmood Mamdani, Zohran Mamdani and Ramy Abdu have raised consistent scrutiny in media, academic and political circles. Whether these associations amount to ideological complicity, activism, or academic participation remains heavily contested. What is clear is that the narrative has become a central issue in the 2025 NYC mayoral campaign and wider debates on antisemitism, pro-Palestinian activism and the overlap of academia and political movements.

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TISS School Of ‘Social Justice’ Professor Allegedly Conducting ‘Catholic-Only’ Workshops Under Public Funding

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Concerns have been raised over the activities of Brinelle D’Souza, a faculty member at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) School of Social Justice, regarding her involvement in faith-based workshops and political activism.

D’Souza, who joined TISS in 1999, is listed as a faculty member without a PhD and has no publicly available research papers on the TISS website or Google Scholar.

TISS website

Critics have questioned her academic record in light of her active participation in social and religious initiatives.

In November 2024, TISS reportedly co-organised a workshop exclusively for Catholic participants in collaboration with the “Justice Coalition of Religious” (JCR), where D’Souza served as the West India Regional Coordinator. The sessions were described as training programmes for priests, nuns, and members of the Catholic clergy.

The workshop agenda reportedly included discussions on Church hierarchy, the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), the National Population Register (NPR), the National Register of Citizens (NRC), cancellation of FCRA licences, and alleged attacks on institutions.Among the invitees was activist Prasad Chacko, who has previously faced cases related to left-wing extremism filed by the Gujarat government.

Source: JCOR website

Critics have questioned the academic legitimacy of such events and whether TISS funds or facilities were used for religious or political training.

Let’s take a look at what Brinelle D’Souza has been up to.

D’Souza has also been publicly associated with various protest movements. In 2020, she was seen holding a poster referring to “Bhagwa violence” during protests against the CAA and NRC and appeared in an NDTV interview related to the demonstrations.

Speaking to the reporter about why she had joined the protests, she said, “I am Brinelle D’Souza and I am with the School of Social Work. The reason I am part of this protest is because CAB, NRC, NPR, are absolutely unacceptable to us, to me personally, as a Christian faculty, I oppose all 3 interventions by the government. It is discriminatory, it is pitting minorities against minorities. TISS believes in social justice and social transformation. And therefore, in line with the vision and mission of TISS, we are here out in protest.”

After the abrogation of Article 370, D’Souza authored a report critical of the government’s policies in Jammu and Kashmir, describing them as oppressive.

In 2024, she also opposed the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a Christmas event, which drew further scrutiny from observers who cited the Central Services (Conduct) Rules, 2023, governing political expression of publicly funded employees.

The TISS administration has not publicly commented on the matter, and questions remain about whether permissions were granted for such religiously exclusive workshops and whether D’Souza’s actions align with institutional and service rules.

(This article is based on an X thread by Harshil)

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Hindu Munnani Alleges Temple Choultry Being Converted Into Mosque In Trichy District

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Hindu Munnani Alleges Temple Choultry Being Converted Into Mosque In Trichy District

A controversy has arisen in Venkangudi village near Samayapuram, Trichy district, following allegations that an ancient stone mandapam belonging to the Nangamangalam Choultry is being converted into a mosque and dargah.

According to a statement released by the Hindu Munnani, local residents have claimed that the stone structure which they say historically featured carvings of Hindu deities on its pillars has recently been marked as Waqf property. The organization alleged that efforts are underway to erase traces of Hindu symbols and convert the mandapam into an Islamic place of worship.

The statement further noted that a mosque already exists adjacent to the mandapam and that the new board asserting ownership has triggered objections from villagers and Hindu groups.

Calling it an “attempt to seize temple property,” the Hindu Munnani has urged the Trichy district administration to conduct an immediate inspection of the site and take steps to prevent any alteration or encroachment on the heritage structure.

District officials have not yet issued a formal response to the allegations.

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Minorities Or Missionaries Commission? Jesuit Priest Appointed As Minorities Commission Chairperson By DMK Govt Collaborates With Ezhumbi Prakasi Missionary Archdiocese To Conduct ‘TN Christian Awareness’ Camp

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With the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections approaching, the DMK government has begun what appears to be a targeted outreach to its traditional vote bank — organizing an ‘awareness programme’ for Christians using public funds.

The banner of the event had outright Christian imagery and verses with a big photo of MK Stalin.

“Ezhumbi Prakasi Missionary Archdiocese” and “Tamil Nadu State Minorities Commission” presents “Awareness Camp for Tamil Nadu Christians” reads the banner.

At a state-level awareness programme for Christian and allegedly other minority communities held in Chennai on 28 October 2025, Tamil Nadu Minorities Commission Chairperson Rev. Fr. S. Joe Arun asserted that Chief Minister MK Stalin is the only leader capable of providing protection to the religious and linguistic minorities in Tamil Nadu.

The event, organized as part of the Commission’s outreach initiative, was attended by bishops, pastors, and clergy from across Tamil Nadu. Commission Vice-Chairman I Irai Anban Kuthus was also present.

In his address, Rev. Arun outlined the role and activities of the Tamil Nadu Minorities Commission, including the district-level consultation meetings currently being conducted. He highlighted the various welfare schemes, protections, and rights extended to minority communities under the present DMK government.

Rev. Arun said the Tamil Nadu government has implemented several welfare measures for religious and linguistic minorities and emphasized that “only the Hon. Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu can provide protection to the religious and linguistic minorities in Tamil Nadu.”

Responding to questions from the clergy, the Commission chief also received petitions, including a request to establish a welfare board for pastors similar to the existing board for preachers. He assured that the Commission would recommend the proposal to the state government.

The timing of this brazen, taxpayer-funded outreach to Christians comes in light of Catholic Christian actor Vijay stepping into politics ahead of the 2026 elections which seems to have rattled the DMK. In a desperate bid to hold onto its Christian vote bank, the so-called ‘secular’ party has weaponized the state machinery to conduct what is essentially a political campaign wrapped in religious garb. By turning a government commission into a pulpit for electoral propaganda, the DMK has once again exposed that for them, appeasement isn’t policy — it’s survival.

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Madras High Court Pulls Up Dravidian Model HR&CE Over Reluctance To Disclose Temple Assets Records Under RTI Act

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The Madras High Court on Wednesday, 29 October 2025, expressed concern over the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department’s continued reluctance to proactively publish temple-related documents mandated under the Right to Information (RTI) Act.

The case, WP 39458 of 2025, filed by temple activist TR Ramesh, sought a direction to the HR&CE Department and other respondents to publish all information required under Section 4(1)(b), (c) and (d) of the RTI Act. The petition called for the disclosure of government orders, departmental approvals, notifications, tenders, and other documents involving temple funds and properties.

Advocate B Jagannath appeared for the petitioner, while Special Government Pleader (SGP) NRR Arun Natarajan represented the HR&CE Department. Advocate Vigneshwaran Chandrasekar appeared for the State Information Commissioner.

During the hearing, the SGP sought additional time to file a counter affidavit and to produce documents showing what information has already been uploaded on the HR&CE website. He stated that while some tender-related details are available on individual temple websites, certain land-related records could not be uploaded.

Taking note of these submissions, the Bench orally observed that while personal or classified information exempted under Section 8 of the RTI Act need not be disclosed, there was “no justification” for withholding public documents such as tenders, audit objections, land registers, and fund-related notifications. The Court said such information ought to be uploaded voluntarily under the statutory mandate of Section 4.

The Bench further pointed out that as per Section 29 of the HR&CE Act, temple property registers must be annually updated and published. It termed the Department’s reluctance to upload these details as “baffling.” The Court also reminded the respondents that tender details must be uploaded in compliance with the Tender Transparency Act.

The SGP assured the Court that a detailed counter affidavit would be filed within two weeks, along with a typed set containing the dates of all uploads made by the Department. The Court granted two weeks’ time and directed that advance soft copies be served to the petitioner.

The matter has been adjourned to 12 November 2025, for further hearing.

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Bangladesh Interim Chief Muhammad Yunus Gifts Book With Distorted India Map On Cover To Pak Official

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Bangladesh’s interim chief Muhammad Yunus has sparked fresh controversy after gifting a book to Pakistan’s Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee chairperson General Sahir Shamshad Mirza that appeared to depict parts of India’s northeastern states as Bangladeshi territory.

The incident occurred during General Mirza’s official visit to Dhaka over the weekend, amid a growing thaw in Bangladesh–Pakistan relations. Yunus shared photos of the meeting on social media, showing him presenting a book titled Art of Triumph to the visiting general. One image, which prominently displayed the book’s cover, triggered outrage for featuring a distorted map of Bangladesh including Assam and other northeastern regions of India.

This depiction aligns with the “Greater Bangladesh” narrative pushed by radical Islamist groups.

The image of the two leaders with the distorted map quickly went viral, drawing condemnation from Indian political leaders, analysts, and journalists. Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi demanded that New Delhi issue a formal protest, questioning why both the central government and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma remained silent on the matter.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has not yet commented on the incident. Meanwhile, some pro-Bangladeshi social media users claimed that the image was being misinterpreted and that the cover depicted an artistic rendition of the Bangladesh national flag, not a map.

Visit Marks Deepening Dhaka–Islamabad Engagement

General Mirza’s visit is seen as the latest step in the renewed Bangladesh–Pakistan rapprochement since Yunus assumed charge in August 2024, following the fall of the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League amid student protests. Mirza, who also met Bangladesh’s Navy and Air Force chiefs, discussed bilateral investment, military cooperation, and connectivity.

Analysts have noted that under Yunus, Dhaka has been seeking closer engagement with Islamabad. Over the past year, multiple Pakistani defense delegations have visited Bangladesh, and Pakistani officials no longer require prior security clearance or visas to enter the country. Dhaka has also launched direct maritime trade routes with Pakistan and plans to open a Dhaka–Karachi flight route in the coming months. Trade curbs and inspections on Pakistani goods have similarly been relaxed.

Yunus’s Repeated Remarks on India’s Northeast

This is not the first time Yunus has drawn attention for his comments about India’s northeastern states.

During his April 2025 visit to China, Yunus described India’s northeast as “landlocked” and called Bangladesh the “only guardian of the ocean for the entire region.” Speaking before Chinese officials, he said, “The seven states of India, the eastern part of India… they are a landlocked country. They have no way to reach out to the ocean. We are the only guardian of the ocean for all this region. So, this opens up a huge possibility. This could be an extension of the Chinese economy.”

The remarks were widely seen as a signal encouraging Chinese strategic expansion into India’s northeast, and they drew a sharp response from New Delhi. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reaffirmed that the region is a strategic hub for India and central to BIMSTEC connectivity. India also cancelled a transshipment agreement allowing Bangladeshi cargo transit through Indian territory to Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar, citing security concerns.

Pattern of Provocative Statements

Tensions escalated further in May 2025, when Yunus’s close aide, Major General (retd) Fazlur Rahman, suggested that Bangladesh should collaborate with China to “occupy” India’s northeastern states if India attacked Pakistan. The remark followed the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people.

In 2024, another Yunus associate, Nahidul Islam, shared a “Greater Bangladesh” map online that included West Bengal, Tripura, and Assam within Bangladeshi borders.

Despite these incidents, Yunus has not condemned or distanced himself from the statements, fueling suspicion about his political motives and Bangladesh’s shifting regional alignment.

Regional and Strategic Implications

Analysts warn that the Yunus government’s warming ties with both Pakistan and China could have security implications for India’s northeast, given the long and porous border shared with Bangladesh. India’s Chief of Defence Staff recently cautioned about an emerging China–Pakistan–Bangladesh nexus, noting that such a convergence could “pose a challenge to New Delhi.”

(Source: India Today)

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Vellore, Tamil Nadu: 415 Teenage Pregnancies, 59 Child Marriages Recorded In 10 Months

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Vellore, TN: 415 Teenage Pregnancies, 59 Child Marriages Recorded In 10 Months

A recent district-level review meeting has revealed shocking data on child welfare issues in Vellore, with officials reporting 415 teenage girls giving birth and 59 child marriages occurring within the last 10 months.

The meeting, convened by the Vellore District Child Welfare and Protection Committee at the Collectorate, brought together officials from health, police, and social welfare departments to address the crisis. The figures point to a severe and ongoing challenge of child marriage and sexual abuse in the region.

Breakdown of the Data

The health department’s statistics highlighted that 415 deliveries were recorded for teenage mothers over the past ten months. A particularly high concentration was noted in the hilly Anaikattu area, which alone accounted for 92 of these teenage births.

Simultaneously, the Social Welfare Department reported 59 instances of child marriage in the same period. While authorities successfully intervened and stopped 8 of these marriages, 51 cases have been formally registered.

Link to POCSO Cases and Law Enforcement Response

The Vellore District Police provided further context, disclosing that 201 cases under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act were registered between January and September of the current year. This suggests a direct correlation between the high rate of teenage pregnancies and incidents of sexual abuse.

The primary objective of the review meeting was to strategize on reducing child marriage and sexual abuse. In response to the alarming data, officials have decided to intensify awareness campaigns. These programs will specifically target schools and villages in hilly areas to educate communities about the legal age of marriage – 18 for women and 21 for men – and the consequences of violating these laws.

The prevalence of these practices is often attributed to deep-rooted issues such as poverty, which leads families to withdraw girls from school and marry them off, often to much older men. There are also concerns that many such marriages may have gone unreported during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns.

(Source: OneIndia Tamil)

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Yet Another Cash-For-Jobs Scam Rocks DMK Govt, ED Unearths Links To DMK Min Family

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ED Dossier Names TN Minister KN Nehru, Brothers and Aides in ₹35 Lakh Cash-for-Job Scam

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has alleged a large-scale cash-for-jobs scam in the Tamil Nadu Municipal Administration and Water Supply (MAWS) department, claiming that bribes ranging from ₹25 lakh to ₹35 lakh per post were collected by influential politicians and their associates to manipulate recruitment for at least 150 candidates.

In a letter sent on Monday to the Tamil Nadu Head of Police Force (HoPF) under Section 66(2) of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), the ED urged the state police to initiate an investigation into the alleged irregularities. The appointments in question pertain to 2,538 posts, including assistant engineers, town planning officers, junior engineers, and sanitary inspectors, for which around 1.12 lakh candidates had applied in early 2024. Appointment orders were distributed by Chief Minister MK Stalin on 5 August 2025.

According to the ED, the alleged bribery network was uncovered during searches conducted earlier in 2025 as part of a money laundering probe into True Value Homes (TVH), a firm linked to N Ravichandran, brother of Tamil Nadu Minister for Municipal Administration KN Nehru. The agency said that powerful politicians and individuals close to them orchestrated the exam rigging in mid-2024, ensuring that select candidates received appointment orders in August 2025.

The ED has also called for an inquiry into officials of Anna University, which conducted the recruitment examinations. Along with its letter, the agency submitted a 232-page dossier containing the names of the suspected masterminds and a detailed account of the alleged modus operandi. The document reportedly includes evidence tracing the collection and transfer of bribes through middlemen and lists 150 candidates who benefited from the manipulation.

When contacted, MAWS Secretary D Karthikeyan said he was unaware of the ED’s communication and maintained that the recruitment process was conducted “perfectly fine” without any irregularities.

(Source: The New Indian Express)

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UK: Indian-Origin Woman Targeted In Racially-Motivated Rape; 32-Year-Old Man John Ashby Arrested

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A 20-year-old woman of Indian heritage was allegedly raped in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom a few days ago; in an attack police believe was motivated by her racial identity.

The incident came to light on Saturday when police were called to the Park Hall area of Walsall after reports of a distressed woman sitting in the street. Authorities confirmed she had been subjected to a sexually aggravated assault. The suspect allegedly called her a “P**i Bi**h” and followed her home.

Senior officer Ronan Tyrer, who is overseeing the investigation, described the incident as an absolutely appalling attack. He stated that police are doing everything possible to arrest the person responsible.

Investigators released an image of the perpetrator from CCTV footage and are appealing to the public for assistance. Police said they had teams recovering evidence and building a profile of the attacker.

On Monday, 27 October 2025, the West Midlands Police announced a significant breakthrough with the arrest of a 32-year-old man suspected of the racially aggravated rape of a Punjabi woman in Walsall. The arrest follows intense community concern and a public appeal for information.

The suspect, described as a white man in his 30s, was apprehended in the Perry Barr area before 7 AM and is currently in custody for questioning. The attack is understood to have involved the assailant breaking into the victim’s home.

Racially Motivated Attacks Against Indians/Hindus In UK In 2025

This is not the first time in 2025 that racially motivated attack has happened against Hindus/Indians/people of Indian origin living in the UK.

Rape Of Sikh Women In Oldbury & Halesowen

This case is part of a deeply disturbing pattern of racially motivated violence against women of Indian origin in the West Midlands region. In recent months, the same police force has investigated the racially aggravated rape of a British Sikh woman in Oldbury and a separate rape in Halesowen. In the Oldbury case, several suspects were arrested but later released on bail.

Harrow Assault

Three British Hindu men were violently assaulted in a London park on 30 May 2025, in an incident now investigated as racially motivated. The victims, of Sri Lankan and Indian descent, were allegedly asked about their ethnicity before being punched and kicked, leaving two unconscious. Initially described by police as a “fight,” the case was reclassified following public outcry. A suspect was described as wearing a Moroccan football shirt. No arrests have been made, highlighting community concerns over anti-Hindu violence and police response to such hate crimes.

Milton Keynes Harassment

A group of ten Indian Hindu women were verbally and physically attacked by three young boys at Willen Lake on 15 June 2025. The assailants, aged 10-12, allegedly shouted Islamic slogans, used abusive language, and threw objects including a large log. One woman suffered a panic attack. The incident, reported by advocacy group Insight UK, has not been acknowledged by police, raising alarms about the radicalization of youth and the under-reporting of anti-Hindu hate crimes. A video of the confrontation exists, and calls have been made for official action.

(Source: India Today)

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‘Let Trial Decide’ – Supreme Court Rejects Plea To Quash Case Over Facebook Post That Said ‘Babri Masjid Will Be Rebuilt Like Sofian Mosque’

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The Supreme Court of India has declined to intervene in the case of Mohd. Faiyyaz Mansuri, a young law graduate who sought to quash criminal proceedings initiated against him for a 2020 Facebook post referencing the Babri Masjid.

The post in question stated: “Babri Masjid too will one day be rebuilt, just as the Sofian Mosque in Turkey was rebuilt.”

Hearing the matter, a Bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi said it found no reason to halt the trial and allowed the criminal proceedings to continue before the lower court.

The case originated from an FIR filed in 2020, alleging that Mansuri had uploaded an “objectionable” Facebook post about the Babri Masjid on August 5 that year. His plea challenging the summons was earlier dismissed by the Allahabad High Court, prompting him to move the Supreme Court.

After reviewing the post, the Supreme Court said it saw “no reason to interfere” and observed that the defences raised by the accused could be presented before the trial court. Following these remarks, Mansuri chose to withdraw his plea.

Background of the Babri Masjid Dispute

The Babri Masjid, a mosque in Ayodhya, was demolished in 1992 by Hindus who stated it had been constructed over a temple marking the birthplace of Lord Ram. The demolition triggered widespread communal riots and decades of legal disputes.

In 2019, the Supreme Court ruled that although the demolition was unlawful, the Hindu parties had successfully established exclusive possession of the outer courtyard of the disputed site. The Court granted the land to the deity Ram Lalla, paving the way for the construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, while directing that five acres of alternative land be allotted to the Muslim parties for a new mosque.

Mansuri’s Arguments

In his petition, Mansuri argued that his Facebook post was an expression of opinion protected under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution, which guarantees freedom of speech and expression.

He contended that the post contained no “vulgar or inflammatory language” and that he was being “wrongly targeted” for comments made by other users on the post. Mansuri claimed that third-party remarks were incorrectly attributed to him and formed the basis of the criminal case. One of the accounts responsible for the allegedly offensive comments, he said, was a fake profile run by someone else.

Mansuri also told the Court that he had already been detained under the National Security Act (NSA) for over a year because of the same post. The Allahabad High Court had later quashed his preventive detention in 2021, holding that there was no legal justification for it.

His counsel described the ongoing prosecution as “malicious, selective, and an abuse of criminal law.” The petition argued that the High Court had disregarded the principles laid down in State of Haryana v. Bhajan Lal – a landmark ruling that outlines circumstances under which criminal proceedings can be quashed. Instead, the High Court had passed a “cryptic” order asking for a speedy trial without examining whether the FIR disclosed any offence, the plea said.

Exchange in the Supreme Court

During the hearing, Mansuri’s lawyer maintained that the post contained no vulgar language, asserting that any objectionable content was written by another user.

He told the Bench, “My post doesn’t have any vulgarity. The vulgarity is there in some other person’s post.”

Justice Surya Kant responded that the Court would not make any comment on the post’s content, saying, “Please don’t invite any comment from us.”

The counsel urged the Bench to at least review the post before making a decision, leading to a brief exchange.

“See my post at least,” the lawyer said. “We have seen your post,” Justice Kant replied.

The counsel disagreed, insisting, “My lords have not seen it.”

Justice Kant repeated firmly, “We have seen it. We have read it many times.”

When the lawyer again said, “My lordships have not seen the post,” Justice Kant warned, “Don’t say that we have not seen it. How can you say we have not seen it? If you behave like this, you must face the consequences.”

The lawyer then reiterated that the charges were based on comments from other people, not on Mansuri’s own words. Justice Kant, however, maintained the Court’s position and refused to interfere.

Petition Withdrawn

Eventually, Mansuri’s counsel said he would withdraw the petition to avoid any remarks from the Court that might affect his defence during trial. The Supreme Court allowed the withdrawal, making it clear that the trial would proceed in the lower court.

The Bench also noted that Mansuri could raise all his arguments regarding free speech and alleged wrongful prosecution during the trial.

(Source: LawChakra)

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