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 by a tight security cover, they said. "Today on Youm-e-Ashoora joined the Zuljinah procession at Botakadal, Srinagar's Downtown and paid my tributes to Hazrat Imam Hussain and his companions. "Remembering the sacrifices of Hazrat Imam Hussain and his companions in Karbala for upholding the values of truth, justice and equality, which has been guiding the entire humanity to follow the path of righteousness," he said in another tweet.

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Maharashtra: 10 injured in stone pelting during Muharram procession in Buldhana, police lob tear gas shells
5 months ago

Maharashtra: 10 injured in stone pelting during Muharram procession in Buldhana, police lob tear gas shells

India TV News  

Maharashtra news: Nearly 10 people were injured in a stone pelting incident between two groups during a Muharram procession in Maharashtra’s Buldhana district, the police said. Previous incidents during Muharram procession elsewhere In another incident in Madhya Pradesh on Thursday, three people were arrested rom Khandwa in connection with allegedly waving a Palestinian flag during a Muharram procession on Wednesday. …

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 …

Shia mourners booked under UAPA for raising pro-Palestine, anti-Israel slogans at Muharram procession in Srinagar
5 months ago

Shia mourners booked under UAPA for raising pro-Palestine, anti-Israel slogans at Muharram procession in Srinagar

The Hindu  

A case under the Unlawful Activities Act was lodged by the J&K Police against Shia mourners who allegedly raised pro-Palestine and anti-Israel slogans during a Muharram procession in Srinagar two days ago. A case under Sections of the UAPA has been lodged at the Kothi Bagh Police Station in Srinagar against “unknown persons who attended the 8th Muharram procession” at …

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 …

Srinagar: Mourners wave Palestinian flags, chant pro-Gaza slogans during Muharram procession
5 months, 1 week ago

Srinagar: Mourners wave Palestinian flags, chant pro-Gaza slogans during Muharram procession

Op India  

On Monday, thousands of Shia Muslim mourners took out a Muharram procession in Srinagar a day after the Jammu and Kashmir LG administration permitted the religious procession. pic.twitter.com/gompohvp6s — ANI July 15, 2024 Notably, the LG administration permitted the religious procession for the second consecutive year as the Muharram processions had been banned in Srinagar since the 1990s. Asaddudin Owaisi …

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 …

Muharram 2024: What is Ashura? Know date, significance and more about mourning, blood donation day for Muslims
5 months, 1 week ago

Muharram 2024: What is Ashura? Know date, significance and more about mourning, blood donation day for Muslims

India TV News  

Muharram, the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a period of deep religious significance for Muslims around the world. Significance of Ashura Ashura is a day of profound significance for both Sunni and Shia Muslims, though their observances and reasons for commemorating the day differ: Sunni Muslims: For Sunnis, Ashura is a day of fasting to commemorate the …

Uttar Pradesh: Police intervene as Kanwariyas came face to face with Muharram mourners
1 year, 4 months ago

Uttar Pradesh: Police intervene as Kanwariyas came face to face with Muharram mourners

India TV News  

Uttar Pradesh : The police had to intervene when a group kanwariyas came face to face with Muslim mourners taking out a procession on Muharram on the Bareilly Highway to ensure no major incident took place, officials said. He added the kanwariyas and 'taziadaars' came face to face, but "timely intervention by the police" prevented any untoward incident. Earlier, a …

8 killed, vehicles damaged in clashes during Muharram procession in Delhi and UP
1 year, 4 months ago

8 killed, vehicles damaged in clashes during Muharram procession in Delhi and UP

India Today  

At least eight people were killed and several were injured, including 10 police personnel, across India, during the 'tazia' Muharram procession-related incidents on Saturday, July 29. In another incident in Uttar Pradesh's Amroha district, two died and 52 sustained burn injuries when the Muharram procession's music system came in contact with the high-voltage current carrying wires. INCIDENTS IN GUJARAT Two …

In a first, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant-Governor Manoj Sinha attends Muharram procession in Srinagar
1 year, 4 months ago

In a first, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant-Governor Manoj Sinha attends Muharram procession in Srinagar

The Hindu  

In a major outreach to the Shia community in Kashmir, J&K Lieutenant-Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday participated in the Zuljanah procession, an event of mourning for the community during the Islamic month of Muharram, in Srinagar. Wearing a black dress, Mr. Sinha visited the most volatile part of the city in Srinagar’s Bota Kadal area, and offered ‘chaddar’ to ‘Zuljanah’, …

UP: Man injured during Muharram procession in Lucknow after 'tazia' touches high-tension wire
1 year, 4 months ago

UP: Man injured during Muharram procession in Lucknow after 'tazia' touches high-tension wire

India TV News  

A man participating in a Muharram procession here on Saturday sustained burn injuries when the 'tazia' caught fire after coming in contact with a high-tension wire, police said. "During a Muharram procession, a 'tazia' accidentally touched an overhead high-tension wire near the Purania railway crossing and caught fire. As a result, a man who was part of the procession sustained …

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 2023: Significance of Ashura for Muslims; 5 things you need to know about the day
1 year, 4 months ago

Muharram 2023: Significance of Ashura for Muslims; 5 things you need to know about the day

India TV News  

Muharram 2023 is an important time for Muslims, as the 10th day of the Islamic month marks the day of Ashura. This special day is a time of mourning and remembrance for Muslims worldwide, as it commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Husayn at the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE. Ashura is a time of sadness and mourning, it is …

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 …

Indian authorities allow Muslim procession in Kashmir’s main city for the first time in 3 decades
1 year, 4 months ago

Indian authorities allow Muslim procession in Kashmir’s main city for the first time in 3 decades

Associated Press  

SRINAGAR, India — Thousands of Shiite Muslims were allowed to hold a religious procession marking the Muslim month of Muharram in Indian-controlled Kashmir’s main city on Thursday for the first time since an anti-India rebellion broke out in the disputed region more than three decades ago. The main Muharram gatherings on the eighth and 10th days that used to pass …

Muharram procession passes through Kashmir's Lal Chowk after 3 decades | WATCH
1 year, 4 months ago

Muharram procession passes through Kashmir's Lal Chowk after 3 decades | WATCH

India TV News  

The Muslim community in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar carried out Muharram procession on Thursday following the Jammu and Kashmir administration's decision. Earlier on Wednesday, the administration accepted the long pending demand of Muslims to hold the Muharram procession on the traditional route from Guru Bazar to Dalgate through Lal Chowk after three decades. J&K administration allows procession after assurances of …

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 …

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 …

Jammu and Kashmir: Restrictions imposed in some parts of Budgam in wake of Muharram
2 years, 4 months ago

Jammu and Kashmir: Restrictions imposed in some parts of Budgam in wake of Muharram

India TV News  

Highlights Officials said there were no restrictions on the movement of the people anywhere else in the valley Security forces personnel were deployed in strength to prevent any untoward incident The city had witnessed curfew-like restrictions in several areas on Sunday Jammu and Kashmir: Authorities in Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday imposed restrictions in some areas to …

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  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Police on Sunday detained dozens of people in …

Police fire tear gas to break up Muslim gathering in Kashmir
3 years, 4 months ago

Police fire tear gas to break up Muslim gathering in Kashmir

Associated Press  

SRINAGAR, India — Police in Indian-controlled Kashmir fired tear gas and warning shots Tuesday to disperse Shiite Muslims who attempted to participate in processions marking the Muslim month of Muharram. Hundreds of Muslims chanting religious and pro-freedom slogans took to the streets in the main city of Srinagar despite security restrictions banning the traditional procession. Muharram is among the holiest …

Bombay High Court Allows Muharram Procession With Strict Conditions
3 years, 4 months ago

Bombay High Court Allows Muharram Procession With Strict Conditions

Live Law  

The Bombay High Court on Tuesday allowed a Shia-Muslim Trust to perform Muharram rituals on August 20 - the tenth day of Muharram - by adhereing to stringent conditions. A division bench of Justices KK Tated and PK Chavan allowed a procession of 100 fully vaccinated persons to travel on seven trucks along with five taziyas. State's counsel Purnima Kantharia …

J&K govt. disallows Muharram procession in Srinagar, many detained
3 years, 4 months ago

J&K govt. disallows Muharram procession in Srinagar, many detained

The Hindu  

Several Shia mourners were detained and journalists allegedly thrashed by the police, as the Jammu and Kashmir administration barred Muharram procession in Srinagar’s Lal Chowk on Tuesday. The move to ban the procession came weeks after a government order said “the Muharram processions shall be observed as per the past practice”. National Conference vice president Omar Abdullah said, “Very unfortunate …

J&K: Shia Community Split Over Admin's Decision to Allow Muharram Procession After 30 Years
3 years, 4 months ago

J&K: Shia Community Split Over Admin's Decision to Allow Muharram Procession After 30 Years

News 18  

Divisions have appeared in the Shia community in Kashmir over the administration's purported decision to allow symbolic Muharram procession in the Lal Chowk area here after a gap of three decades. All Jammu and Kashmir Shia Association has claimed the administration has decided to allow the procession after 30 years and has welcomed the move, but prominent Shia leader and …

Al Jazeera lies that J&K police attacked 'peaceful' Muharram mourners
4 years, 3 months ago

Al Jazeera lies that J&K police attacked 'peaceful' Muharram mourners

Op India  

On 29th August, several media houses reported that Jammu Kashmir police had fired pellets and tear gas shells at a Muharram procession in Jammu and Kashmir. An Al Jazeera report said that security forces clashed with the Shia Muslim participants in the Muharram tazia procession in Bemina area in Srinagar, and several civilians were injured. The Al Jazeera report does …

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 …

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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