Hyderabad-Born Ghazala Hashmi Becomes First Muslim Woman Elected Virginia Lieutenant Governor

Washington, Nov 5:Ghazala Hashmi, an Indian-origin Democratic leader born in Hyderabad, has made history by becoming Virginia’s first female and first Muslim Lieutenant Governor. Her victory marks a major milestone for South Asian representation in American politics. A state senator from Richmond, Hashmi defeated Republican opponent John Reid by a comfortable margin. Before entering politics,…

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17 Years in Prison Despite Insufficient Evidence – Is This Justice?

Mohammed Naseer Giyas An acquittal is not a triumph of justice, but a confession of the state’s failure. This raises haunting questions for every Indian who believes in human rights: Who will give back the 17 years these innocent individuals lost? Will the police who allegedly used torture to obtain false confessions be held accountable?…

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