Muharram Processions
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Muharram 2025: Confusion cleared as Ashura to be observed on this day in India
India | Jul 06, 2025, 12:01 AM ISTMuharram 2025: The uncertainty over whether Muharram would be observed on July 6 or 7 has been clarified, with official reports confirming that Yaum-e-Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram, will fall on Sunday, July 6.
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Muharram: UP Police issues strict guidelines, no new procession routes, ban on weapon display
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 27, 2025, 07:19 AM ISTIn an official communication sent on Thursday to all zonal ADGs, commissioners of police, IGs, DIGs, SSPs, and SPs, DGP Krishna outlined a detailed plan to maintain law and order and communal harmony during Muharram, which will be observed from June 27 to July 6.
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Security beefed up in Delhi for Muharram processions, police issue traffic advisory | Check routes
Delhi | Jul 17, 2024, 08:25 AM ISTMuharram is a time of mourning and remembrance for Muslims worldwide, as it commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Husayn at the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE.
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Muharram 2024: 5 things you need to know about this Islamic New Year
Lifestyle | Jul 16, 2024, 06:23 PM ISTKnow the significance of Muharram 2024 with five essential insights into this important Islamic New Year observance. Learn about its historical, cultural, and spiritual aspects.
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Muharram 2024: What is Ashura? Know date, significance and more about mourning, blood donation day
Lifestyle | Jul 11, 2024, 04:24 PM ISTKnow the significance of Ashura, its date, and the mourning practices observed by Muslims, including blood donation this Muharram 2024. Learn about this important day in the Islamic calendar.
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Delhi: Violence erupts during Muharram processions in Nangloi, 10 cops injured | VIDEO
Delhi | Jul 29, 2023, 10:24 PM ISTDelhi Muharram violence: According to the police, around 10 personnel received minor injuries and some police vehicles were damaged in the stone pelting. The situation in the area is under control, the police said.
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Muharram 2023: Significance of Ashura for Muslims; 5 things you need to know about the day
Lifestyle | Jul 28, 2023, 04:23 PM ISTMuharram 2023 will be an important time for many Muslims across the world as they commemorate the Battle of Karbala and remember Imam Husayn’s sacrifice.
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Srinagar: Restrictions imposed in city areas to thwart Muharram processions
India | Aug 07, 2022, 01:30 PM ISTMuharram 2022: The officials said security forces have been deployed in strength to prevent any untoward incident.
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Restrictions imposed in Srinagar locality to thwart Muharram processions
India | Aug 19, 2021, 11:34 AM ISTRestrictions have been imposed in Abi Guzar area while security personnel have been deployed in strength to maintain law and order on the 10th of Muharram, the officials said.
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Uttar Pradesh bans Muharram processions but allows 'Tazia'
India | Aug 15, 2021, 08:08 AM ISTThe Yogi Adityanath administration issued an order on Saturday, asking district authorities to not allow any religious processions to be taken out during Muharram.
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UP bans Muharram processions in new COVID curbs; Shia clerics oppose guidelines
India | Aug 02, 2021, 07:49 AM ISTAccording to the circular, DGP Mukul Goel has also urged his officers to communicate with religious leaders for spreading awareness about COVID-19 and the need to observe Muharram indoors.
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Restrictions in Srinagar to prevent Muharram processions
India | Nov 02, 2014, 12:48 PM ISTSrinagar: Restrictions have been imposed in several areas of Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir to prevent Shia Muharram processions, police said on Sunday."Restrictions have been imposed in Maisuma, Kralkhud, Kothibagh, Ram Munshibagh, Shergarhi, Shaheedgunj, Karan