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Vakkom Abdul Khader | Bhagat Singh of South India

Vakkom Abdul Khader | Bhagat Singh of South India

Set against the chaos of the Second World War, this documentary tells the forgotten story of Vakkom Abdul Khader—hailed as the Bhagat Singh of South. A follower of Subhash Chandra Bose and a soldier of INA, Khader after getting training in Malaya returned to India with a mission to

Mughals, Myths, and Modern India

Mughals, Myths, and Modern India

In this episode of Nous Network, we are joined by Dr. Ram Puniyani, former professor of biomedical engineering and a leading voice against communalism and the selective interpretation of history. Together, we explore how Hindutva narratives weaponise the past, from claims of temples beneath mosques to the vilification of India’

1947: Loss, Migration, and Memory

1947: Loss, Migration, and Memory

Partition of 1947 remains one of the greatest ruptures in modern history. It did not merely redraw borders—it uprooted communities, fractured identities, and left millions dead, displaced, or unaccounted for. Drawing on census data from 1931, 1941, and 1951, this video examines migration flows, demographic upheavals, and the uneven

"Branded a Terrorist": How Do You Get 9 Years Back?

"Branded a Terrorist": How Do You Get 9 Years Back?

In a conversation with Asad Ashraf, Abdul Wahid Shaikh, one of the individuals acquitted by the Bombay High Court in the 2006 Mumbai train blast case, speaks about his wrongful imprisonment. He discusses being framed for a crime he didn't commit, detailing how he and others were subjected

Genocide by Starvation in Gaza: How Israel Does It & How World Order Enables It

Genocide by Starvation in Gaza: How Israel Does It & How World Order Enables It

Gaza is the only place on Earth where an entire population is facing famine. This is not a natural disaster. It is engineered starvation. Israel’s refusal to let in aid leading to Gaza’s starvation is not a byproduct of war. It is a system designed to starve an

Equal Partners in Freedom: The Muslim Contribution to India’s Independence

Equal Partners in Freedom: The Muslim Contribution to India’s Independence

The story of India’s independence is not the tale of one religion, caste, or community; it is the shared struggle of an entire nation. Yet, the sacrifices of Indian Muslims in the freedom movement have often been overlooked. In this video, we remember some of the countless Muslim freedom

Why Fighting Terrorism Alone Won’t Bring Lasting Peace: Dr. Javed Jamil

Why Fighting Terrorism Alone Won’t Bring Lasting Peace: Dr. Javed Jamil

Terrorism isn’t born in a vacuum—it is fueled by injustice, exploitation, and tyranny. While terrorists must be condemned without hesitation, the world must also hold the US, Israel, and other global powers accountable for oppressive policies, global exploitation, and systemic disregard for human dignity. From hijacking international institutions

Zafar Mahal | The Last Mughal Palace

Zafar Mahal | The Last Mughal Palace

Mehrauli, Delhi’s oldest city holds architectural marvels from different eras. The city that saw the rise and fall of different rulers, also remains witness to the last palace built by the Mughals, Zafar Mahal. The palace, once used as a summer retreat of the last Mughal emperor, Bahadur Shah

Are We Unknowingly Funding Genocide in Gaza? Role of Western and non-Western Nations

Are We Unknowingly Funding Genocide in Gaza? Role of Western and non-Western Nations

What If We’re Funding a Genocide — Without Even Knowing It? That app on our phone, the bank we trust, the clothes we wear — could they be linked to bombs falling on Gaza? In this urgent explainer, we uncover how global corporations — from tech giants and arms manufacturers to tourism

The Politics of Law: From Law Schools to Courts

The Politics of Law: From Law Schools to Courts

Join us on “The Politics of Law: From Law Schools to Courts.”, a thought-provoking podcast hosted by Dr. Nizamuddin Ahmad Siddiqui, with Associate Editor of The Leaflet, Sushovan Patnaik as our special guest. In this in-depth episode, we dive into the heart of India’s legal education and institutional framework,

Muslim-Managed Higher Education Institutions in India: A Status Report

Muslim-Managed Higher Education Institutions in India: A Status Report

Are Muslims Being Left Out of Higher Education in India? A new study by Nous Network and CSR shows: ~ Only 2.6% of colleges are Muslim-run. ~ Most offer only UG courses. ~ 55% of students in these colleges are non-Muslims. ~ Growth of Muslim institutions has nearly stalled since 2014. What do

Legacy Of Delhi's Urdu Bazaar

Legacy Of Delhi's Urdu Bazaar

Urdu Bazaar, once a thriving hub of Urdu literature, housed around 60-70 book stores. Located opposite to the historic Jama Masjid, the market offered a space which nurtured poets, publishers, and readers. This documentary explores how the rise of food commerce, changing reading trends, and the politics of language has

Hashimpura Muslim Massacre | A Forgotten Chapter of 1987

Hashimpura Muslim Massacre | A Forgotten Chapter of 1987

On the night of May 22, 1987, in the industrial settlement of Hashimpura, Meerut, 42 Muslim men were abducted by the Uttar Pradesh Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC), taken to the edge of the Ganga canal, and executed in cold blood. Their only crime? Being Muslim in a city under curfew.

Caste Is Deeper Than We Think: A Critical Reflection with Dr. Shireen Azam

Caste Is Deeper Than We Think: A Critical Reflection with Dr. Shireen Azam

For generations, the Muslim community in India has been seen—and often described—as casteless, grounded in ideals of egalitarianism and unity. But does this vision truly reflect the lived experiences of Indian Muslims? In this thought-provoking and fieldwork-driven conversation, scholar Dr. Shireen Azam (PhD, University of Oxford) joins host

Why Are Madrasas Being Shut Down?

Why Are Madrasas Being Shut Down?

Madrasas have long been centers of learning, producing scholars, reformers, and freedom fighters who shaped India’s history. From Maulana Azad to Hasrat Mohani, countless leaders received their early education in these institutions. Even today, madrasas provide free education, food, and shelter to millions of underprivileged children, especially in areas

Ayodhya Verdict, Places of Worship Act and Waqf Amendment Act: Similar Logics?

Ayodhya Verdict, Places of Worship Act and Waqf Amendment Act: Similar Logics?

In this second part of our explainer on the Waqf Amendment Act 2025, we explore the deeper legal and judicial logic that underpins the recent changes. While the previous episode focused on what the amendments say and why they’re controversial, this video unpacks the historical court rulings and ideological

Assamese Muslim, AMU, America, and Global & Local Islamophobia | Prof. Yasmin Saikia

Assamese Muslim, AMU, America, and Global & Local Islamophobia | Prof. Yasmin Saikia

In this episode of Nous Podcast, we speak with Dr. Yasmin Saikia, historian of South Asia and peace scholar, whose work examines memory, erasure, and the ethics of belonging. Reflecting on her personal and intellectual journey from Assam to Aligarh to American academia, she unpacks the condition of Assamese Muslims,

Israel's Attack on Iran: Western Imperialism, and the Future of West Asia | Prof. A.K. Ramakrishnan

Israel's Attack on Iran: Western Imperialism, and the Future of West Asia | Prof. A.K. Ramakrishnan

In this episode, we speak with Professor A.K. Ramakrishnan, Nelson Mandela Chair at Mahatma Gandhi University and former Chair of the Centre for West Asian Studies at JNU. He breaks down the politics behind Israel’s recent attack on Iran, examining how nuclear double standards, U.S. militarism, and

Waqf Act & the Erosion of Muslim Rights | Dr. Nizamuddin Ahmad Siddiqui

Waqf Act & the Erosion of Muslim Rights | Dr. Nizamuddin Ahmad Siddiqui

The Waqf Act 2025 is not just a legal amendment, but also a political shift. In this Nous explainer episode, we unpack the major changes and the deeper implications of the new Waqf Act. Why has ‘Waqf by user’ been abolished? How does the Act dilute Muslim personal law and

Explained: Who Is the Real Nuclear Threat in the Middle East?

Explained: Who Is the Real Nuclear Threat in the Middle East?

While Iran remains under global scrutiny, the world continues to ignore Israel’s undeclared nuclear arsenal and escalating military aggression.

Do Muslims Need New Epistemological Paradigms? | Dr. Yasir Qadhi

Do Muslims Need New Epistemological Paradigms? | Dr. Yasir Qadhi

In this wide-ranging and introspective conversation, Dr. Yasir Qadhi reflects on his personal and intellectual journey, from a career in chemical engineering to Islamic theology, from Salafism to a dialogical approach to Islamic thought. The discussion explores how the events of 9/11 changed his understanding of Muslim identity, the

SP is not a Muslim-Yadav party: Rajkumar Bhati

SP is not a Muslim-Yadav party: Rajkumar Bhati

In this episode, we sit down with Rajkumar Bhati for a candid and insightful conversation about his journey into politics and the experiences that shaped his political worldview. Bhati reflects on the internal challenges facing the Samajwadi Party, the missed opportunities in recent years, and how the party plans to

Temple Desecration & Historical Myths: What the Records Actually Say | Prof. Richard Eaton

Temple Desecration & Historical Myths: What the Records Actually Say | Prof. Richard Eaton

What happens when a civilisation’s past is rewritten to serve the politics of the present? In this episode of the Nous Podcast, we’re joined by acclaimed historian Richard M. Eaton, whose scholarship has fundamentally reshaped our understanding of Islam’s presence in South Asia and the nature of

Syria's Stunning Turn: Why the U.S. is Teaming Up with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham?

Syria's Stunning Turn: Why the U.S. is Teaming Up with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham?

What’s driving the U.S. to engage with a Syrian transitional government involving HTS, a formerly designated terrorist group? In this episode, we explore America’s shifting strategy post-Assad, from announcing to lifting sanctions and reshaping military goals to balancing ties with the SDF and Turkey. We also examine

Places of Worship Act & Waqf Act 2025: What Does It Mean For Muslim Sites?

Places of Worship Act & Waqf Act 2025: What Does It Mean For Muslim Sites?

With temples being "discovered" inside mosques and dargahs across India, sites from Gyanvapi to Sambhal are facing mounting legal petitions under the reclaiming mandir campaign by right-wing Hindu groups. At the heart of it all lies a crucial but overlooked law: the Places of Worship Act, 1991. But