Current Affairs

Awqaf, Its History, Present Situation and the Proposed Waqf (Amendment) Bill

Dr. Mohammad Manzoor Alam

Awqaf have always remained an integral part of Islamic history, which aimed at improving economic and educational condition of the Muslims and provide them support in the welfare work and promotes prosperity. The waqf system is in operation since the time of the Holy Prophet SAW and it was through this medium that the welfare and development works were carried out. Awqaf constitute a collective asset of the Muslims, which have assisted different communities and societies in the promotion of their social and educational undertakings. The concept of Waqf is in vogue ever since the time of the Prophet SAW. The waqf introduced by Caliph Umar RA is a famous institution through which the land of Khyber was converted into a waqf property, so that the profit accruing from it could be used for the welfare works of the community. From the time of the Pious Caliphate up to the later Islamic periods, waqf properties were used for the   establishment of educational institutions, mosques, orphanages and hospitals.

UNITY IS REQUIRED MORE TODAY THAN EVER BEFORE

Dr. Mohammad Manzoor Alam
Islam is a comprehensive religion which comprehends every aspect of humanity. This not only guides an individual’s personal life, but also designs rules and regulations for the collective life and makes rules for the welfare and progress of humanity in all walks of life. Unity is an essential requirement to achieve progress, success and eminence. Unity and amity are enshrined in the basic teachings of Islam which constitute an important source to achieve success and get into eminence.


Recent Activities

Mujaddid IOS Centre for Arts and Literature organises discussion on Contemporary Literature, Journalism and Artificial Intelligence

New Delhi: A discussion on “Contemporary Literature, Journalism and Artificial Intelligence” was organised by the Mujaddid IOS Centre for Arts and Literature on July 5, 2025.

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IOS-Jamia Millia Islamia organises Five-Day Summer School on Islamic Studies

New Delhi: A five-day online summer school on Islamic Studies was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies (IOS) from June 16 to 20, 2025 in collaboration with the Department of Islamic Studies, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. The purpose of organising the summer school programme was to impart basic, but deep knowledge, to the university students pursuing professional courses, like business studies, science, computer science, engineering, medicine, etc. It was also an outreach programme to introduce the IOS to a new and larger audience, particularly the students who constituted as future leaders in medical science, technology and business studies. Thus it was very necessary to acquaint them with the fundamental teachings of Islam as well as the great role it played in the making of global human civilisation.

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IOS organises Discussion on “UN, Middle East and Sovereignty: Issues and Challenges”

New Delhi: A discussion on “UN, Middle East and Sovereignty: Issues and Challenges” was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies (IOS) on July 4, 2025 in online mode.

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IOS organises condolence meet to mourn the death of Dr. Tabish Mehdi

New Delhi: A condolence meet was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies to mourn the death of the noted Urdu poet, critic and writer, Dr. Tabish Mehdi on January 29, 2025 at the Institute’s auditorium.

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IOS Lecture on Significance of Ramadan

New Delhi: A lecture on the Significance of Ramadan was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies at its auditorium on February 27, 2025.

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Yearbook-2022: Status Of Muslim Dropouts In Comparative Perspective

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Islamic Studies And The Future Of India

Islami Maashiyat:Masadir,Mabahis Aur Tareekh


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