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Muharram 2024: Muslims mark Ashura with traditional mourning rituals

Muharram 2024: Muslims mark Ashura with traditional mourning rituals

Graphic Content | Ashura observed on the 10th day of Muharram, marks a significant mourning period for Muslims, particularly within the Shia community. The day commemorates the martyrdom of Prophet Muhammad’s grandson, Imam Hussein, who was killed in the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE. The period holds deep historical and religious significance as it symbolises the struggle against tyranny and injustice. Pics/AFP

17 July,2024 01:23 PM IST | Ainie Rizvi
IN PHOTOS: Preparations for Eid-ul-Fitr 2024 begin, shopping in full swing

IN PHOTOS: Preparations for Eid-ul-Fitr 2024 begin, shopping in full swing

As Ramadan 2024 nears its end, Muslims across the globe are prepping to spot the crescent moon which will set the date of Eid-ul-Fitr 2024

08 April,2024 02:17 PM IST | Editor
Alvida Jummah: Devotees offer namaz to mark the last Friday of Ramadan

Alvida Jummah: Devotees offer namaz to mark the last Friday of Ramadan

Alvida Jummah, also known as Jumu'atul-Widaa, holds profound significance in the Islamic faith as it marks the farewell Friday of the holy month of Ramadan. Scroll to see how it is being observed across the world. Image credits: ANI/AFP

05 April,2024 05:30 PM IST | Editor
IN PHOTOS: Muslims offer prayers on first Friday of the Ramadan month

IN PHOTOS: Muslims offer prayers on first Friday of the Ramadan month

Muslims across India offer prayers on the first Friday of the holy month of Ramadan on March 15. Pics/PTI 

15 March,2024 06:33 PM IST | Editor

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