Modi Govt Extends Ban On Zakir Naik's Islamic Research Foundation For 5 Years Under UAPA

The Union Home Ministry has extended the ban on controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik's Islamic Research Foundation (IRF) for another five years under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The ministry alleged that the organisation was involved in activities promoting terrorism, separatism and communal hatred, posing a threat to India's security and communal harmony.The decision has drawn support from BJP leaders Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi and Syed Zafar Islam, as well as JDU leader GM Shaheen, who welcomed the extension of the ban.