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Release of new book on history of hounorable Hawza, prominent scholars in Holy Karbala
March 5, 2024
Release of new book on history of hounorable Hawza, prominent scholars in Holy Karbala
The Iraqi historian and researcher Saeed Rashid Zamzam affirmed the authenticity and significance of the scientific seminary (Hawza) in the holy city of Karbala, which is considered the first seminary known to Shias and was established by Imam Al-Sadiq, peace…
US-based Hussaini Islamic Centre celebrates its 30th anniversary
March 5, 2024
US-based Hussaini Islamic Centre celebrates its 30th anniversary
Members of the Hussaini Islamic Center in Glenview Heights, America, are celebrating the thirtieth anniversary of the establishment of their center, which has become a model for conducting educational and outreach activities and commemorating the sacred Hussaini rituals. According to…
Afghanistan: Death toll from recent heavy precipitation climbs to 39
March 5, 2024
Afghanistan: Death toll from recent heavy precipitation climbs to 39
Afghanistan has experienced significant snowfall recently, resulting in the unfortunate loss of 39 lives across various provinces and injury of 30 others. The heavy snowfall has caused communication routes in provinces and districts to become blocked, and led to the…
Afghanistan sees rise in measles cases
March 5, 2024
Afghanistan sees rise in measles cases
The World Health Organization (WHO) reported a surge in measles cases in the past two months, with children under five years old accounting for 80% of the suspected cases. Over 7,000 suspected measles cases and 29 deaths were reported in…
Indonesia issues “halal” permits for all small and medium-sized businesses
March 4, 2024
Indonesia issues “halal” permits for all small and medium-sized businesses
As part of developing the halal industry, the Indonesian government has announced its decision to issue “halal” permits for all small and medium-sized businesses. Indonesia has initiated a project to grant all Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) a “halal”…
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi to address scholars on eve of blessed month of Ramadan
March 4, 2024
Grand Ayatollah Shirazi to address scholars on eve of blessed month of Ramadan
In order to achieve the spiritual readiness for observing the great month of Ramadan and performing its duties, and to familiarize with its rulings, the Supreme Religious Authority, Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi, will deliver a speech to a…
Shia Muslims celebrate birth anniversary of Imam Hussein’s beloved daughter, Sayyeda Ruqayya
March 4, 2024
Shia Muslims celebrate birth anniversary of Imam Hussein’s beloved daughter, Sayyeda Ruqayya
Shia followers of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them, around the world have celebrated the blessed birth anniversary of Imam Hussein’s beloved daughter, Sayyeda Ruqayya, peace be upon them. Sayyeda Ruqayyah, peace be upon her, whose birth is marked on Sha’ban…
Amid ongoing conflict, Sudanese civilians live in extreme terror
March 4, 2024
Amid ongoing conflict, Sudanese civilians live in extreme terror
The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, stated that Sudanese civilians are living in extreme terror due to the conflict in the country, which he described as harsh and reckless, posing a threat to regional peace. In…
Russian security forces kill 6 alleged IS militants in North Caucasus, NAC reported
March 4, 2024
Russian security forces kill 6 alleged IS militants in North Caucasus, NAC reported
Six suspected members of the Islamic State group were reportedly killed in a gun battle in the volatile North Caucasus region of Russia, the Associated Press reported yesterday. The country’s National Anti-Terrorism Committee (NAC) described the incident as a “counterterrorism…
Restoration project of Nabi Yunus Mosque achieves 60% progress
March 4, 2024
Restoration project of Nabi Yunus Mosque achieves 60% progress
Efforts to reconstruct Mosul’s Nabi Yunus Mosque, a significant religious and historical site demolished by ISIS in 2014, are well underway, with 60% of the structure work completed, Shafaq news reported. The mosque’s prayer hall, three large domes, and the…