Muharram

Stampede during Muharram procession in Muzaffarnagar

Big news has come out from Muzaffarnagar. Sand has arrived in Muzaffarnagar during the Muharram procession. A stampede broke out due to the bull entering the procession.

Jul 28, 2023, 09:48 AM IST

UP Govt Issues Strict Guidelines For Upcoming Festivals; Says 'Respect Faith, But Don't Allow New Traditions'

During a review meeting, UP CM said while religious traditions and faiths should be respected, things that go against tradition should not be allowed.

Jun 28, 2023, 08:18 AM IST

Taal Thok Ke: Violence in Vadodara over hoisting of flag?

A mob of about 200 people pelted stones at Garba Pandal in Kheda, Gujarat. Police have also been pelted with stones. 10 people have been arrested in this case. One such case came up from Vadodara. Here the flag of Muharram was hoisted in the Garba pandal, when it was refused, stones were pelted. So far, 40 people from both the sides have been arrested.

Oct 04, 2022, 22:04 PM IST

Gujarat: Garba on 'Matami Dhun', video went viral

A strange case of Garba dance has come to the fore in Gujarat. Four teachers of the school have been suspended after the video of this incident went viral on social media.

Oct 04, 2022, 10:52 AM IST

During Muharram procession in Prayagraj, people got scorched due to hitting the high tension wire

During the Muharram procession in Prayagraj, more than 10 people got scorched due to hitting the high tension voltage wire. All have been admitted to the hospital. According to doctors, all are out of danger.

Aug 10, 2022, 10:26 AM IST

Muharram 2022: Know why Muslims take out Tazia on the day of Ashura

The Islamic calendar follows the lunar cycle, therefore, Muharram date moves from year-to-year unlike the Gregorian calendar. The tenth day during Muharram is known as the 'Day of Ashura'.

Aug 08, 2022, 22:28 PM IST

Muharram 2022: Know significance of day of Ashura, difference between Sunnis and Shias observance of it

This year in India, Ashura starts in the evening of 7 August and ends in the evening of 8 August.

Aug 08, 2022, 12:06 PM IST

Badi Bahas: Why 'Pakistan Zindabad' on Indian soil?

On the occasion of Muharram, slogans of 'Pakistan Zindabad' have been raised in Ujjain. Police have confirmed the incident on the basis of video footage and arrested 4 people. Apart from this, the police have also registered a case against 10 suspects. CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said that Talibani mentality will not be tolerated.

Aug 21, 2021, 11:56 AM IST

3 killed, several injured in blast at Muharram procession in Pakistan's Punjab

At least three people were killed while 59 others were wounded in a powerful explosion during Muharram procession in central Pakistan's Punjab province, the local government and police officials said.

Aug 20, 2021, 08:04 AM IST

Muharram 2021: Significance of the day of Ashura, difference between Sunnis and Shias observance of the day

Shia Muslims mourn the killing of  Prophet Mohammed's grandson Hazrat Imam Hussain by the cruel army of Yazid I in the Battle of Karbala during Muharram.

Aug 19, 2021, 12:01 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh bans processions on Muharram citing COVID-19 pandemic, security concerns

The Uttar Pradesh government has banned Muharram processions citing COVID-19 pandemic and security concerns.

Aug 14, 2021, 19:11 PM IST

COVID-19 third wave scare: Karnataka bans Muharram, Ganesh Chaturthi processions

Karnataka government issued an order banning all Muharram processions till August 20. The state government also imposed restrictions for Ganesh Chaturthi. 

Aug 13, 2021, 06:43 AM IST

COVID-19 third wave scare: Kerala bans mass gatherings ahead of festive season

The decision was taken in view of a Central government alert to all states about the possibility of mass gatherings during these festivals turning into super-spreaders of COVID-19.

Aug 11, 2021, 07:46 AM IST

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Aug 02, 2021, 22:24 PM IST

Taal Thok Ke: Why 'mourning' on the guidelines of Muharram?

The Uttar Pradesh Police has prohibited the religious processions during Muharram due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Following the circular issued by Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) Mukul Goel on July 31, the Shia clerics have raised questions over the objectionable language used in it. In this segment of 'Taal Thok Ke', we will discuss - Why 'mourning' on the guidelines of Muharram?

Aug 02, 2021, 20:24 PM IST

UP bans religious processions during Muharram, Shia clerics raise questions over objectionable language in the circular

Shia clerics were unhappy with Muharram being repeatedly referred to as a 'festival' in the circular issued by Uttar Pradesh DGP Mukul Goel.

Aug 02, 2021, 12:17 PM IST

Special discussion: Why the uproar over Muharram COVID guidelines?

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the Uttar Pradesh Police has said that religious processions will not be allowed during Muharram in the state this year. Meanwhile, Shia clerics are upset over the Muharram guidelines issued by the UP Police and will hold several meetings on Monday to decide their future course of action.

Aug 02, 2021, 11:56 AM IST

19 injured in Srinagar as police fires pellet guns to disperse Muharram procession

At least 19 people were left injured while some suffered severe injuries to their faces during a clash with police on Saturday. A group was taking out a Muharram procession without prior permission from the Srinagar administration. 

Aug 30, 2020, 21:18 PM IST

Security tightens in Uttar Pradesh's Lucknow due to Muharram, lockdown

They are also halting cars for checking the documents of drivers. The authorities are also ensuring that the restrictions, including the closure of markets on Saturday and Sunday, are also strictly implemented.

Aug 30, 2020, 12:37 PM IST

SC denies permission to carry out Muharram procession across nation

A bench comprising Chief Justice S A Bobde and Justices A S Bopanna and V Ramasubramanian said it would lead to chaos and targeting of a particular community. 

Aug 27, 2020, 16:19 PM IST