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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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Delhi: Violence erupts during Muharram processions in Nangloi, 10 cops injured | VIDEO
1 year, 4 months ago

Delhi: Violence erupts during Muharram processions in Nangloi, 10 cops injured | VIDEO

India TV News  

Muharram 2023: A section of people taking out Muharram processions clashed with police and pelted stones at them, injuring around 10 cops and damaging several vehicles, after they were stopped from changing the designated route in west Delhi's Nangloi today, officials said. Deputy Commissioner of Police Harendra Singh said, "Several 'tazia' processions were being carried out in Nangloi area and …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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Muharram 2022: What is Tazia and Its Significance
2 years, 4 months ago

Muharram 2022: What is Tazia and Its Significance

News 18  

MUHARRAM 2022: The second holiest month in the Hijri calendar, Muharram marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year. Basically, Tazia is a replica of the mausoleum of Imam Hussain, and are made in numerous forms and sizes. Tazia is set up inside azakhana, commonly known as imambada, which is a temporary area made specially for Muharram. Apart from tazia …

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Islamic New Year 2022: Date, History, Significance and All You Need to Know About Hijri New Year
2 years, 4 months ago

Islamic New Year 2022: Date, History, Significance and All You Need to Know About Hijri New Year

News 18  

The Islamic New Year is celebrated during the first month of the Muslim lunar calendar. Islamic New Year: History The advent of Muharram dates back to 680 AD and finds its roots in the battle of Karbala. Islamic New Year: Significance During the battle of Karbala, not only did Imam Hussain die but also their family members. Muslims celebrate the …

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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 …

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At least 19 injured in pellet firing, teargas shelling on Shia mourners in Srinagar
4 years, 3 months ago

At least 19 injured in pellet firing, teargas shelling on Shia mourners in Srinagar

Deccan Chronicle  

SRINAGAR: At least 19 mourners were injured when the police fired teargas canisters and pellet shotguns to disperse a Muharram tazia procession in Srinagar’s Bemina area on Saturday. The authorities at dawn on Friday imposed restrictions under Section 144 CrPC on areas falling under eight police stations- Batamaloo, Shaheed Gunj, Karan Nagar, Maisuma, Kothi Bagh, Shergari, Krala Khud and Ram …

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J-K Police detain several Shia mourners trying to take out Muharram procession
4 years, 3 months ago

J-K Police detain several Shia mourners trying to take out Muharram procession

Deccan Chronicle  

SRINAGAR: The police on Friday detained dozens of Shia mourners to foil repeated attempts made by them to take out a Muharram tazia procession through the streets of uptown Srinagar. The police sources said that 68 people were detained for violating an official ban on Muharram processions and rallies in the Valley announced by Kashmir’s Divisional Commissioner, Pandurang K Pole, …

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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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