The district administration in Uttar Pradesh’s Bareilly has demolished at least nine houses belonging to people allegedly involved in a clash during the Muharram procession. On July 19, violence erupted in Bareilly after members of one community allegedly pelted stones at another community. A young man named Tejwas died after being beaten during the clash. … Read more
Are banks closed on July 17, 2024, for Muharram? The day marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year and is a time for mourning and reflection. The 10th day of Muharram, known as Ashura, commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala. This day is observed … Read more
Watch: As Muharram begins, Srinagar youth distribute water, food | Video Credit: PTI Preparations are in full swing as Muharram, the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar, has commenced in Srinagar, with people in the city hoisting black banners and flags. File photo | Photo Credit: ANI Muharram, which marks the arrival of the new … Read more
Imran Reza Ansari. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu Prominent Kashmiri Shia leader Imran Reza Ansari on July 24 walked out of a meeting with Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha after a heated exchange with Chief Secretary Arun Kumar Mehta over the arrangements made for this year’s Muharram, an Islamic month where the … Read more
The Jammu and The Jammu and Kashmir administration’s decision to allow a procession on Muharram in the Srinagar city centre Lal Chowk, almost after 30 years, has triggered a contentious reaction from leaders within the Shia community. People’s Conference leader Imran Reza Ansari has welcomed the government’s decision and urged other Shia leaders to join … Read more