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A shocking video has been circulating on social media showing a 24-year-old motorcyclist brutally assaulting three Muslim men in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred when the victims were searching for a Muslim neighborhood to collect zakat (charity) before the start of Ramadan. The motorcyclist, identified as a Hindu extremist, chased and attacked 60-year-old Abdul Salam, 35-year-old Muhammad Arif, and 55-year-old Javed Khan, repeatedly punching and insulting them.
The video sparked widespread outrage, and the police have since arrested the perpetrator under various sections of the Indian Penal Code. The incident highlights the ongoing persecution of Muslims in India, with several recent incidents of violence and intimidation reported in the country.
In a separate incident, Indian Air Force has temporarily grounded its 35 Tejas fighter jets for a comprehensive technical check after a mid-air collision on February 7. The move comes as the Indian government faces increasing scrutiny over its military capabilities.
In other news, the Bangladesh Army has undergone a significant leadership change, with several top officials being replaced. China has urged the US to withdraw its unilateral tariffs, while Ukraine has seen a significant decline in birth rates during the four-year conflict.
In Pakistan, the ruling Worker’s Party has re-elected Kamal Hyder as its general secretary. In India, Bollywood actor Aamir Khan recorded the title track of his upcoming film “Ek Din” in Moradabad. In the United Kingdom, a British Pakistani youth was stabbed to death outside a mosque in Birmingham, sparking concerns over rising Islamophobia.
In Afghanistan, the government has acknowledged that Pakistan has evidence of terrorist activities being carried out from Afghanistan. In cricket news, the West Indies team has made a stunning comeback against Zimbabwe, setting several records in the process.
In a separate incident, a bus plunged into a 200-meter-deep gorge in Nepal’s Dhading district, killing several passengers. In the United Arab Emirates, the government has declared a public holiday to mark Eid al-Fitr. In New York City, over 50 million Muslims are fasting during Ramadan, marking the first time a Muslim mayor, Eric Adams, has presided over the holy month.
In Pakistan, federal Minister Ijaz Shah has admitted that Afghanistan-based terrorists are operating in Pakistan, citing evidence to support his claim. In cricket news, the West Indies team has made a stunning comeback against Zimbabwe, setting several records in the process.
Overall, the incidents highlight the ongoing struggles faced by Muslims in India and the need for greater tolerance and understanding in the region.
