Muharram observed in Kalaburagi district
5 months ago

Muharram observed in Kalaburagi district

The Hindu  

Muslims belonging to the Shia sect observed the 10th day of Muharram on Wednesday in Kalaburagi with religious fervour to mourn the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain – the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, who was massacred in the Battle of Karbala in 680 A.D. The Sunni sect of Muslims observes fast and indulges in prayers; they also took out colourful procession from different areas with Taziya — a miniature replica of the tomb of Imam Hussain, made in numerous forms and types that culminated in the burial ground. The Shia Muslims gathered at Allah Khane Zahira Irani masjid in the city, and carried out procession for ceremonial mourning that involves “maatham” or beating on their chests, and performing self-flagellation with sharp instruments to reflect their grief over the violent deaths of the imam and his family. Religious heads delivered lectures on the relevance of observing the rituals and martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain.

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Muharram observed across districts of Kittur Karnataka
5 months ago

Muharram observed across districts of Kittur Karnataka

The Hindu  

Processions in which ‘panjas’ were carried by members of the Muslim community and also by Hindus at some places were taken out in Dharwad, Haveri and Gadag and Uttar Kannada districts on Wednesday as part of ‘Muharram’. During the festival as part of which rituals are held for several days, “panjas” of Muharram are placed in small pandals at various …

Muharram observed by communities across north Karnataka
5 months ago

Muharram observed by communities across north Karnataka

The Hindu  

Muharram, the death anniversary of the grandsons of Prophet Mohammad in the war of Karbala in the 7th century, is being observed across the State. The nine-day rituals include carrying the panja, an image of the Prophet’s family, the Alabi or Fakir Swami deities, around the village, praying to them, offering incense and other materials, singing sad songs of Karbala …

Muharram 2024: From security measures, procession route to traffic advisory in J&K’s Srinagar—all you need to know
5 months, 1 week ago

Muharram 2024: From security measures, procession route to traffic advisory in J&K’s Srinagar—all you need to know

Live Mint  

Muharram 2024: The Jammu and Kashmir administration made extensive security arrangements and designated a specific route for the Muharram procession held on Monday. Kashmir Zone IGP VK Birdi said on Monday, July 15, “Extensive security arrangements have been made, and a specific route has been given for the procession,” reported ANI. In the traffic advisory, Jammu and Kashmir Traffic Police …

Solemnity, somberness mark Youm-e- Ashura
1 year, 4 months ago

Solemnity, somberness mark Youm-e- Ashura

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Youm-e-Ashura, the tenth day of Muharram, was marked with a great sense of solemnity, and somberness in Koneru Center at Machilipatnam of Krishna district on Saturday to pay homage to Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, who was martyred in Karbala in the 7th century. The devout Shias in large numbers joined in the self-flagellation and chest-beating ritual …

Muharram 2023: Jammu and Kashmir L-G Manoj Sinha joins procession on Ashura
1 year, 4 months ago

Muharram 2023: Jammu and Kashmir L-G Manoj Sinha joins procession on Ashura

India TV News  

Muharram 2023: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today joined the Muharram procession of Shia mourners on Ashura which was taken out through the traditional route in the interior city areas here, officials said. Dressed in a black Kurta, Sinha joined the procession at Bota Kadal in the Zadibal area of Downtown- the interior areas of the city, escorted …

Jharkhand: 4 electrocuted, 10 injured during Muharram procession in Bokaro
1 year, 4 months ago

Jharkhand: 4 electrocuted, 10 injured during Muharram procession in Bokaro

India TV News  

At least four people have been killed and 10 other were injured after they came into contact with a high-tension wire during Muharram procession in Jharkhand’s Bokaro on Saturday, said police. Security beefed up in Jharkhand Drones are being used and security is being beefed up for Muharram in J'khand Police said that elaborate security arrangements were made here and …

Muharram Tazia Procession Taken Out in Srinagar's Traditional Route After 34 Years
1 year, 4 months ago

Muharram Tazia Procession Taken Out in Srinagar's Traditional Route After 34 Years

Deccan Chronicle  

SRINAGAR: Thousands of Shia mourners, most of them clad in black clothes and chanting in unison on Thursday marched along the streets of uptown Srinagar after the authorities lifted a 34-year-old ban on taking out a tazia procession along the traditional route in Jammu and Kashmir’s summer capital on the 8th of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. …

Muharram procession taken out in Srinagar after over three decades
1 year, 4 months ago

Muharram procession taken out in Srinagar after over three decades

Hindustan Times  

After 34 years, the Muharram procession was taken out on its traditional route from Gurubazar to Dalgate in Srinagar on Thursday. Today is a historic occasion for Shia brethren in Kashmir valley as after 34 years 8th Muharram procession is taking place on the traditional route, from Guru Bazar to Dalgate.” The 8th Muharram was banned in 1989 by authorities …

Muharram 2023: Significance of fasting on Ashura for Shia and Sunni Muslims
1 year, 5 months ago

Muharram 2023: Significance of fasting on Ashura for Shia and Sunni Muslims

Hindustan Times  

Ashura is an important religious observance in Islam that falls on the 10th day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar and it holds significance for both Sunni and Shia Muslims but the way it is observed can vary between the two sects. Muharram 2023: Significance of fasting on Ashura for Shia and Sunni Muslims For Shia …

Muharram 2023: Al Hijri date, history, significance of the Islamic New Year, rituals performed by Muslims
1 year, 5 months ago

Muharram 2023: Al Hijri date, history, significance of the Islamic New Year, rituals performed by Muslims

Hindustan Times  

Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar and holds great significance for Muslims worldwide as it is Islamic New Year, also known as Al Hijri or Arabic New Year and is celebrated on the first day of Muharram as it was in this holy month that Prophet Muhammad migrated from Mecca to Medina. Muharram 2023: Al Hijri date, …

Muslims skip Muharram procession in favour of serving people
2 years, 4 months ago

Muslims skip Muharram procession in favour of serving people

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The tradition of participating in a “Tazia” procession during Muharram, observed on Tuesday, seems to be fading fast. Now, the tenth day of the holy month of Muharram is mostly associated with a humble drink “sherbet” which holds a deep meaning. Hence this tradition of serving sherbet to weary travellers is observed as a remembrance.” The community also believes …

Self-flagellation, chest beating mark Muharram in Machilipatnam
2 years, 4 months ago

Self-flagellation, chest beating mark Muharram in Machilipatnam

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Muslim community, mainly Shias, observed Muharram at the Koneru Centre in Machilipatnam of Krishna district on Tuesday with participants dressed in black beating their chests and flagellating themselves. Shia elders said Muharram, called Youm-e-Ashura, is observed in AP mainly in Machilipatnam, where members of the community stay in large numbers. Prayers and meetings were held on the day in …

The significance of Muharram in Islamic faith. See pics.
2 years, 4 months ago

The significance of Muharram in Islamic faith. See pics.

Hindustan Times  

The significance of Muharram in Islamic faith. The ten days lead to ‘Ashura’ when the whole community takes part in mourning marches.. 1 / 5 View Photos in a new improved layout It is asserted that on the day of Ashura, Allah saved Prophet Musa and the Israelites from the army of Pharaoh. 2 / 5 View Photos in a …

6 Killed, Dozen Unconscious Due to Suffocation at Muharram Procession in Pakistan
2 years, 4 months ago

6 Killed, Dozen Unconscious Due to Suffocation at Muharram Procession in Pakistan

News 18  

At least six people died and dozens fell unconscious due to suffocation during a Muharram procession in Pakistan’s Sindh province on Monday. An Edhi Trust official said the incident occurred in Rohri town because of the stifling heat, humidity and the size of the procession that grew and it moved closer to the main Imambargah. Six of the mourners in …

Police break up Muslim gathering in Kashmir, dozens detained
2 years, 4 months ago

Police break up Muslim gathering in Kashmir, dozens detained

The Independent  

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PM Modi recalls martyrdom of Imam Hussain on day of Ashura
4 years, 3 months ago

PM Modi recalls martyrdom of Imam Hussain on day of Ashura

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday recalled the sacrifice of Imam Hussain on the day of Ashura, saying nothing was more important to him than the values of truth and justice. Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram is celebrated as the annual commemoration of Imam Hussain’s martyrdom. Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, reaches a crescendo on 10th …

Muharram 2020: History Behind Observance of the Mourning Day and the Battle of Karbala
4 years, 3 months ago

Muharram 2020: History Behind Observance of the Mourning Day and the Battle of Karbala

News 18  

The month of Muharram marks a period of intense grief. The month observes Muharram as a mark of mourning the death of Hazrat Imam Hussain, also known to many as the grandson of Prophet Muhammad. It is also believed that it was in the month of Muharram when Hussain Ibn Ali and his family and followers were tortured and killed …

Muharram 2020: Date And Significance of Ashura
4 years, 3 months ago

Muharram 2020: Date And Significance of Ashura

News 18  

Ashura is a holy day for Muslims all over the world. Celebrated on the 10th day of Muharram or the first month in the Islamic calendar, Ashura is of immense religious significance. As the Islamic calendar follows the lunar cycle, the English date of Muharram and Ashura vary every year. Ashura 2020: Significance The Shia Muslims see Ashura as the …

Ashura: Why Muslims fast and mourn in Muharram
4 years, 3 months ago

Ashura: Why Muslims fast and mourn in Muharram

Al Jazeera  

The 10th of Muharram commemorates the death of Prophet Muhammad’s grandson in the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. But for the Shia, it is also a major religious event to commemorate the martyrdom of Husayn Ibn Ali al-Hussein, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, who died at the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. Every year since then, many …

To Contain Spread of Coronavirus, No Muharram Processions Allowed This Year
4 years, 3 months ago

To Contain Spread of Coronavirus, No Muharram Processions Allowed This Year

News 18  

In the view of Covid-19, several state governments including- Telangana, Delhi, Karnataka, Jammu and Kashmir have announced the suspension of Muharram processions this year. Every year thousands of black-clad chest-beating mourners participate in various processions all over the country. The Shia Muslim community takes out Muharram processions where several Tazia are presented across the north Indian states. Youm-e-Ashura marks the …

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