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Nihal: 16/08/2010

16/08/2010

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Are you a bad Muslim if you don't fast during Ramadan?

Are you a bad Muslim if you don't fast during Ramadan? Plus we discuss the latest on the Pakistan floods and speak to people about their Independence Day stories.

Are you a bad muslim if you don't fast during Ramadan? According to numerous newspaper reports an Iranian footballer's been sacked by his club for refusing to fast. But regardless of your profession, do you think there's too much pressure on Muslims to observe ramadan? Should all Muslims fast if they're able to? Do you fast because you want to or feel that you have to?

After 2 The UN Secretary General - Ban Ki-Moon has been visiting flood hit areas in Pakistan and says he's never seen suffering like it. He's said the international community needs to do more to help those affected. But why do you think the response has been so slow? 

Finally,Pakistan and India marked independence over the weekend. But do British Asians care about its significance anymore? Did you attend any events? And if so, what does the occasion mean to you? Pick up the phone and talk to Nihal about your view. This is the show where YOU take control, so get involved.

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