Islam World

Shia Muslims in Glasgow Marks Ashura with Large Procession and Mourning Rituals …………………. The city of Glasgow, Scotland, witnessed a large Ashura procession on the afternoon of the 10th of Muharram, as members of the local Muslim community gathered to…

US Newspaper Highlights Baghdad’s Ashura Reenactment on Front Page ……………….. In a notable media moment, Cushion News, a newspaper published in Indiana, featured a striking image of a Karbala reenactment in Baghdad on its front page under the headline “Muharram…

Afghan Families Urged to Vaccinate Children at Borders Amid Polio Risk …………………. The Polio-Free Afghanistan initiative has called on families returning from Pakistan to vaccinate their children at border crossings to prevent new polio outbreaks. In a statement Monday on…

UN Warns of Crisis as Over 1.4 Million Migrants Return to Afghanistan ……………….. More than 1.4 million Afghan migrants have returned home so far this year, mostly through forced deportations, the United Nations refugee agency (UNHCR) reported, warning of a…

IHC Marks Ashura in Niger, Distributes Over 1,000 Meals to Mourners …………………. The Imam Hussein Charity Charity (IHC), affiliated with the Shirazi Religious Authority, has organized this year’s Ashura commemorations in Niger, supporting Hussaini gatherings and providing various services to…

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…

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…