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Indian Authorities Permit Muharram Procession in Kashmir Amid Strict Restrictions ———————– The 10th Muharram procession was allowed to take place on Sunday in Indian-administered Kashmir under tight curbs, with explicit bans on flags and symbols linked to banned organizations and…

Taliban Enforce Strict Restrictions on Muharram Observances Across Afghanistan —————————- The Taliban have imposed severe restrictions on Muharram rituals this year, including bans on photography and limits on public ceremonies in several provinces such as Kabul, Herat, Balkh, Bamiyan, and…

Iran’s Muharram Rituals Showcase Deep Faith and Rich Cultural Heritage ————————————— During the month of Muharram, Iran transformed into a vibrant stage of faith, culture, and remembrance, showcasing diverse mourning rituals dedicated to the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (peace be…

Karachi’s imambargahs, some dating back over 250 years, have evolved from humble beginnings into vital spiritual and cultural centers that reflect the city’s rich Shia heritage. These landmarks, founded by devoted individuals and communities, continue to shape Karachi’s religious landscape…

Holy Karbala Witnesses Mass Mourning Ceremony on Eve of Ashura ——————– Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in Karbala, Iraq, on the eve of Ashura to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him), marking one of the…

Kazakhstan’s Niqab Ban Highlights Growing Restrictions on Islamic Dress in Muslim-Majority Countries ………………… Kazakhstan’s recent decision to ban the wearing of the Islamic niqab in public spaces has sparked widespread concern, adding to a growing wave of laws that restrict…

CAIR Alabama Invites Senator Tuberville to Mosque After Controversial Remarks …………………… In a gesture highlighting the openness and resilience of America’s Muslim community, the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) Alabama has extended an open invitation to Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville…

Charlie Kirk Slammed for Anti-Muslim Attack on NYC Candidate Zoran Mamdani ………………….. Prominent far-right commentator Charlie Kirk has come under fire for launching an Islamophobic and racist attack against Zoran Mamdani, the Muslim candidate who recently won the Democratic primary…

Demolition of Muslim Cemeteries in India’s Kashipur Sparks Outrage Over Desecration and Discrimination ………………….. In a move that has shocked the Muslim community in India and drawn widespread condemnation, local authorities in the northern city of Kashipur have demolished five…

Manchester Commemorates Ashura with Procession and Majlis Gatherings ……………….. Coinciding with the days of mourning in the sacred month of Muharram, the city of Manchester in the United Kingdom hosted a large mourning procession and multiple Majlis gatherings to mark…