Bakrid

Bakrid 2022: Why the Eid-al-adha's date changes every year

Eid al-Adha is an occasion of joy and peace, where people celebrate with their families, let go of past grudges and make meaningful connections with one another. 

Jul 10, 2022, 01:50 AM IST

Eid Mubarak! Here's how netizens shower wishes, happiness on Eid al-Adha 2022

Eid in Arabic means 'festival', while 'Adha or Zuha' means 'sacrifice'. The festival is celebrated worldwide to commemorate the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son Ismael as an act of obedience to God.

Jul 10, 2022, 00:42 AM IST

Eid-al-Adha 2022: Top Bollywood songs to make this 'Bakr Eid' more special!

From 'Kun Faya Kun' to 'Aaj ki party,' Bollywood has a number for all the festivities and these must be on your playlist today and must play on a loop.

Jul 09, 2022, 11:06 AM IST

Eid-al-Adha 2022: Date, Time, History and Significance of Bakr Eid!

It is the second most important festival of Muslims as the day marks the sacrifice of cattle:  goat, sheep, camel, buffalo in whatever number a person can afford. This day is also known Eid Qurban or Qurban Bayarami. 

Jul 08, 2022, 22:43 PM IST

Eid-ul-Azha 2022: Do not sacrifice cattle on Bakrid OTHERWISE..., warns Karnataka Minister

Karnataka minister has said that the police department and district commissioners have already been informed to ensure that cows are not slaughtered for any reason as the ban on cow slaughter has been strictly implemented in the state.

Jul 07, 2022, 06:35 AM IST

DNA: 50% coronavirus cases accepted for 27% Muslim votes!

There has been a tremendous explosion of COVID-19 cases in Kerala. This explosion of Coronavirus could have been prevented but we did not stop it because we want to be called secular. We had warned many times that opening the lockdown in Kerala on the occasion of Bakrid would be the biggest mistake but the Kerala government accepted 50% coronavirus cases for 27% Muslim votes.

Jul 28, 2021, 23:50 PM IST

Deshhit: Watch nation's top news in detail, July 28, 2021

This segment of Zee News brings detailed news stories of the day.

Jul 28, 2021, 22:22 PM IST

Taal Thok Ke: Bakrid was a 'super spreader' in Kerala?

Cases of corona infection have increased rapidly in Kerala, which has a direct impact on the COVID figures of the country. The reason behind the spread of infection in Kerala is also believed to be the relaxation of the corona protocol given during Bakrid.

Jul 28, 2021, 19:26 PM IST

Pakistani journalist Aman Hafeez interviews buffalo on Eid-ul-Adha in this viral video

Earlier last year, Hafeez made headlines with a special segment wherein the journalist was dressed as a royal emperor brandishing a sword and reading the news before signing off for Geo News, Lahore.

Jul 22, 2021, 22:28 PM IST

DNA: Ignoring pandemic has been very wrong for Kerala!

Following the Supreme Court's rebuke to the Kerala government for easing COVID restrictions for Bakrid, the state has announced a complete lockdown for July 24 and 25. On the eve of Eid, Kerala reported the highest number of fresh COVID-19 cases in a single day in 45 days, raising the number of cases in the Northeast again.

Jul 22, 2021, 22:06 PM IST

Three rockets land near Afghan Presidential Palace during Eid prayers, US condemns attack

US condemned the rocket attack near presidential palace in Kabul and called for an accelerated path to a political settlement in Afghanistan to pave the way for the lasting peace that its people desire.

Jul 21, 2021, 09:54 AM IST

Eid al-Adha 2021: With restrictions in place, devotees offer prayers at Delhi's Jama Masjid

"We need to follow COVID-19 guidelines for the safety of ourselves and for our families in view of third wave of COVID19," said Abdul Ghafoor Shah Bukhari, Shahi Imam, Jama Masjid 

Jul 21, 2021, 07:16 AM IST

DNA Exclusive: Yes to Bakrid, No to Kanwar Yatra, why the double standard?

Zee News Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Chaudhary on Tuesday (July 20) questioned the double standard when it comes to secularism in India.

Jul 20, 2021, 23:57 PM IST

Bakrid: This attitude of Kerala government is unfortunate, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has reprimanded the Kerala government for giving exemption on Bakrid. The Supreme Court has said that this decision has put people's lives in danger.

Jul 20, 2021, 13:44 PM IST

Wholly uncalled for: Supreme Court on Kerala govt's Bakrid relaxations amid COVID

The apex court also warned that it will take action if the easing of curbs leads to further spread of the virus. "We direct the Kerala government to give heed to the Right to Life enshrined under Article 21 of the Constitution," the SC bench said.

Jul 20, 2021, 12:04 PM IST

Taal Thok Ke: 'Religious discount' over COVID infection in Kerala?

The Supreme Court on Monday sought response of the Kerala government on a plea against its decision to relax restrictions ahead of Bakrid, when the state is witnessing a surge in COVID-19 cases. The top court asked Kerala to file its reply within 24 hours and agreed to take up the issue on Tuesday.

Jul 19, 2021, 18:44 PM IST

Eid-al-Adha 2021: Know date, significance and how it's celebrated

This year Muslims will celebrate Eid-al-Adha on Wednesday (July 21) in India. The special day is also known as Bakrid or 'The Festival Of Sacrifice'.

Jul 19, 2021, 18:16 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh government caps Bakrid gatherings at 50, warns against killing of cows, camels

The CM said that the ‘qurbani’ or animal sacrifice should not be carried out in public places and must be done only at designated spots for the ritual.

Jul 19, 2021, 18:04 PM IST

SC to hear on Tuesday plea against Kerala govt's decision to ease COVID-19 curbs ahead of Bakrid

Senior advocate Vikas Singh, appearing for the petitioner, informed the SC that Kerala has the highest COVID-19 positivity rate in the country.

Jul 19, 2021, 12:42 PM IST

Bakrid: Why double standard politics on Corona?

Given the threat of the third wave of COVID, UP has stopped the Kanwar Yatra, but the Kerala government has decided to relax the COVID Protocol on the occasion of Bakrid, on which controversy has arisen. Questions are being raised, why are political opportunities being explored even in this disaster of the pandemic.

Jul 19, 2021, 10:46 AM IST