Eid ul-Fitr, often simply called Eid, is one of the most important festivals in the Islamic calendar. Eid ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. For Muslims, it is a time of great religious and social celebration.The date of Eid is set by the visual sighting of the new moon and so may fall on different Gregorian calendar dates each year. However, it always occurs on the...

History is infinitely elastic. The actions of one person in any age cause ripples that affect the lives of thousands who live downstream. Mahmud of Ghazna is important in Islamic history because his actions set the tone for the interaction between the world of Islam and the world of the Hindus. The tone of that interaction created a bitterness that has been exploited by extremists in the...

In today's digital age, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives, connecting us with people from all around the world and providing a platform for sharing ideas, opinions, and experiences. However, for many Muslims, navigating the vast landscape of social media can pose challenges, as it may not always align with their values and beliefs. This is where Salaam World comes in -...