Dubai: Muhammad Kunhi conferred HMC United International Peace Award

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February 4, 2018

Dubai, Feb 4: The Hindu Muslim Christian United (HMC United), Dubai, on Thursday, February 1, honoured Mangaluru-based Islamic preacher Muhammad Kunhi with the International Peace Award 2018 for his outstanding contribution to social work in the UAE and India.

NRI activist Abdussalam Deralakatte received the award trophy and certificate on behalf of Muhammad Kunhi from Shakeel Hassan H, founder-president of HMC United and Suhail Al Zarooni in a glittering ceremony at Sheikh Rashid Auditorium, The Indian High School, Dubai.

Muhammad Kunchi is the member of Karnataka state Advisory Committee of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind. An advocate of peace and communal harmony, he has delivered hundreds of lectures across Karnataka.

He is the manager of Shanti Prakashana, a publishing house located in Manglauru. Shanti Prakashana publishes value based religious literature in Kannada that comprised of socio-cultural, religious and political aspects of Islam.

HMC united was formed with and intent to spread the message of peace and honour those who have surpassed the barriers of caste, creed and religion. HMC United is a platform all set to recognize such efforts.

Suhail Al Zarooni is best known for holding Guinness World Record twice for the years 2002 and 2003 for his collection of over 7,000 model cars.

Addressing the gathering, HMC United founder-president Shakeel Hassan said, "There are forces that are trying hard to disrupt the peace situation and also wanting to put an end to mankind. It is an undeniable fact that there are wars fought everyday and the world sees bloodshed all over. However, we as a collective force are looking at creating a better place for all of us and have decided to institute a Peace Award. Small little steps to unite the members of the world on one single platform and this gives us immense joy and happiness as we spread the message of peace globally."

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Ma Shaa Allah ..great acheivement Bro. Mohammed Kunhi

Alf mabrok br Mhd kunhi saab,the greatest reward is in the vicinity of almighty Allah ,may almighty bless you more strength to achive that goal insha allah.

Brother Mohammed Kunhi is well deserved for more International Peace awards as he has been spreading the peace and humanitarian work through his touching speeachers and social works. God bless him with more energy to do more contributions for the betterment of our society and the nation.

Masha Allah. Congratulations Mohammed Kunhi Saheb. Your great work has attracted to this laurels and will continue to yield more in coming days. In sha Allah.

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From Representation to Rivalry: The Sorry State of Muslim Leadership in Karnataka Congress

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January 19,2026

Bengaluru: As the dust settles on the recent legislative session, the corridors of Vidhana Soudha are buzzing with more than just policy talk. A high-stakes game of political musical chairs has begun, exposing a deepening rift within the Congress party’s Muslim leadership as a major Cabinet reshuffle looms.

With the party hierarchy signaling a "50% refresh" to gear up for the 2028 Assembly elections, the race to fill three projected Muslim ministerial berths has transformed from a strategic discussion into an all-out turf war.

The "Star Son" Spark

The internal friction turned public this week following provocative remarks by Zaid Khan, actor and son of Wakf Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan. Zaid’s claim—that his father "helped" secure a ticket for Shivajinagar MLA Rizwan Arshad in 2023—has acted as a lightning rod for resentment.

Rizwan’s camp was quick to fire back, dismissing the comment as a desperate attempt by Zameer to manufacture seniority. "Rizwan’s political pedigree was forged in the NSUI and Youth Congress long before Zameer even stepped into the party," a supporter noted, highlighting Rizwan’s tenure as an AICC secretary and his two-term presidency of the State Youth Congress.

A Tale of Two Loyalists

While both Zameer Ahmed Khan and Rizwan Arshad are staunch allies of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and represent Bengaluru strongholds, their political DNA could not be more different:

• Zameer Ahmed Khan: A four-time MLA who crossed over from JD(S) in 2018. Known for his "overzealous" and often polarizing outreach during communal flashpoints—from the DJ Halli riots to the recent Wakf land notice controversy—his style has frequently left the Congress high command in a state of "discomfort."

• Rizwan Arshad: A homegrown organizational man. Seen as a "quiet performer," Arshad represents the sophisticated, moderate face of the party, preferred by those who find Zameer’s brand of politics too volatile.

The Outsiders Looking In

The bickering isn't limited to a duo. The "Beary" community, represented by leaders like N A Haris and Saleem Ahmed, is demanding its pound of flesh. Saleem Ahmed, the Chief Whip in the Legislative Council, has dropped the veil of diplomacy, openly declaring his ministerial aspirations.

"I was the only working president not included in the Cabinet last time," Saleem noted pointedly, signaling that the "loyalty quota" is no longer enough to keep the peace.

As Chief Minister Siddaramaiah prepares to finalize the list, he faces a delicate balancing act: rewarding the aggressive grassroots mobilization of Zameer’s camp without alienating the organizational stalwarts and minority sub-sects who feel increasingly sidelined by the "Chamarajpet-Shivajinagar" binary.

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