During his visit to Pakistan, controversial preacher Zakir Naik was offered a 50 percent discount by Pakistan International Airlines for extra luggage, but he refused, stating that even a non-Muslim in India would have allowed him to carry the luggage for free. Naik also criticized the state of affairs in Pakistan, stating that this incident showed a lack of global Muslim solidarity. Despite being invited as a state guest, Naik declined the discount and decided to pay the fees for his extra luggage.
Pakistan's decision to invite Islamic preacher Zakir Naik as a state guest in a bid to anger India has backfired spectacularly. Naik's bizarre statements and actions during his visit have not only confused Pakistanis but also provided ample material for social media trolls. Many are questioning whether he is a religious preacher or a "stand-up comedian". This move has also raised concerns about Pakistan's stance on extremism and terrorism.
Controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik caused a stir at an event in Pakistan when he abruptly exited the stage, sparking accusations of disrespect towards the country. The event, organized by the Pakistan Sweet Home Foundation, was meant to honor young orphaned girls, but Naik left when they were called on stage for felicitation. The incident sparked outrage and has reignited debates around Naik and his beliefs, with many questioning his actions and implications for Pakistan's relationship with other countries.
Islamic preacher Zakir Naik, known for his provocative sermons, is scheduled to deliver lectures in Pakistan from October 5 to October 20. His arrival at the invitation of the Pakistani government has sparked concern over the potential consequences of his extremist ideology on a nation already grappling with fundamentalism and religious tensions. Naik's past teachings have been linked to violent extremism, with militants citing his lectures as motivation for carrying out attacks. With the Pakistani government failing to address these issues, Naik's presence is poised to exacerbate societal divisions and pose a serious threat to the country's minorities.
In a letter to the Joint Parliamentary Committee scrutinising the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has raised concerns over the nearly 1.25 crore feedback submissions, calling for a probe into their sources. He questioned the statistical improbability of such a massive response arising organically from within India, and called for the investigation to cover the possible involvement of fundamentalist organisations, individuals like Zakir Naik, and foreign powers such as the ISI and China. The MP emphasized the need for the probe to preserve the fairness, integrity, and independence of the Waqf Bill deliberations.
Bharatiya Janata Party member Nishikant Dubey has called for an investigation into the source of nearly 1.25 crore feedback submissions received by the parliamentary committee scrutinising the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in India. Dubey has raised concerns about the possible involvement of foreign powers like Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence and China, as well as fundamentalist organizations and individuals like Zakir Naik. He has expressed the need for immediate attention to the geographical origin of these submissions and emphasized on the importance of preserving the integrity and independence of India's legislative process.
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An Indian Tribunal announced that Islamic preacher Zakir Naik, who is facing charges of instigating terror and communal hate, is an absconder and compared him to self-styled guru Asaram Bapu. This comes after the Interpol refused to issue a red corner notice against Naik, as revealed in a 58-page chargesheet filed by the National Investigation Agency. Keep up with the latest updates on this ongoing case by clicking the icon.