Muharram
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Muharram holiday 2026: Is it on June 25 or 26?
Spirituality | June 24, 2026 7:19 ISTAshura holds deep significance for Muslims worldwide. While Sunni Muslims observe fasting and prayer, Shia Muslims mourn the martyrdom of Imam Hussain at Karbala. The occasion is also recognised as a gazetted public holiday across much of India.
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Muharram School Holiday 2026: Andhra Pradesh revises schedule; check state-wise list
Education | June 17, 2026 16:49 ISTMuharram School Holiday 2026: As Muharram is falling on Friday, June 26, lots of students are keen to know whether they will get a school holiday on that date? Check state-wise school holiday list for Muharram.
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Muharram 2026 date announced? Here's when Ashura is expected in India and Saudi Arabia
Spirituality | June 17, 2026 17:03 ISTMuharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, marks the beginning of the Hijri New Year 1448 AH. The sacred month holds immense religious significance and includes the observance of Ashura, which commemorates important events in Islamic history, including the martyrdom of Imam Hussain.
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Muharram 2025: One dead, three injured due to electrocution in Jharkhand's Giridih district
India | July 06, 2025 16:53 ISTMuharram 2025: To ensure a peaceful and incident-free Muharram, Jharkhand police have intensified security measures across the state. Drones, CCTV surveillance, and heavy deployment of personnel have been put in place at critical and sensitive locations.
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Muharram 2025: Confusion cleared as Ashura to be observed on this day in India
India | July 06, 2025 0:01 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 2025: Is July 7 a holiday for students? Here's all you need to know
Lifestyle | July 03, 2025 18:50 ISTMuharram 2025 is here! Find out if July 7 is a holiday for students and get all the essential details about this significant occasion.
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Muharram 2025 Date: When is Muharram in India - July 6 or July 7? Know here
India | July 02, 2025 23:52 ISTAshura 2025, observed on July 6, marks a solemn day of mourning and reflection for Muslims, commemorating Imam Hussain’s martyrdom and symbolising sacrifice and justice.
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Muharram: UP Police issues strict guidelines, no new procession routes, ban on weapon display
Uttar Pradesh | June 27, 2025 7:19 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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Muharram 2025: Islamic New Year to begin from today after moon sighting in India, when is Ashura?
India | June 27, 2025 15:52 ISTMuharram 2025: The holy month of Muharram is observed by Muslims across the globe. The month is the first of the twelve months in the Islamic calendar, thereby marking the Islamic New Year.
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Maharashtra: 10 injured in stone pelting during Muharram procession in Buldhana
Maharashtra | July 19, 2024 11:36 ISTThe incident was reported on Thursday evening as the procession started at Gujri Chowk. The police lobbed tear gas shells to disperse the mob.
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Bihar: Several injured in violent clashes between two Tazia procession organisers in Sitamarhi
Bihar | July 17, 2024 19:08 ISTThe violence started after two factions carrying out Tazia processions clashed with each other using weapons, and sticks. The Police resorted to baton-charge to disperse the crowd.
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Muharram Holiday 2024: Will stock market be closed today on July 17? Check here
Market | July 17, 2024 8:46 ISTThe domestic stock exchanges BSE and NSE will be closed on Wednesday in view of the Muharram holiday. As a result, there will be no trading in equities, derivatives, or currency and commodity markets for the entire day.
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Security beefed up in Delhi for Muharram processions, police issue traffic advisory | Check routes
Delhi | July 17, 2024 8:25 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 | July 16, 2024 18:23 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 Bank Holiday 2024: List of states where banks will be closed today | Check here
Business | July 17, 2024 7:32 ISTIn July 2024, there are 12 bank holidays including the weekends. These holidays also include Muharram which will be observed on Wednesday. Here is the complete list of states where banks will remain closed.
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Noida Police ramps up security measures, conducts extensive foot patrol ahead of Tazia processions
Uttar Pradesh | July 12, 2024 7:20 ISTThe police have called upon residents to celebrate peacefully and to refrain from spreading or believing misleading information. In addition, authorities issued directives to bolster traffic arrangements, including setting up barricades for inspecting suspicious vehicles.
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Muharram 2024: What is Ashura? Know date, significance and more about mourning, blood donation day
Lifestyle | July 11, 2024 16:24 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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Muharram 2024: Islamic New Year to begin from July 8 in India after moon not sighted on Friday
Lifestyle | July 06, 2024 23:57 ISTThe month of Muharram is held to be the most sacred of all the months, excluding Ramadan. The word "Muharram" is often considered synonymous with Ashura, the tenth day of the Muharram month.
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Delhi Police files FIRs in stone pelting incident in Nangloi on Muharram
News | July 31, 2023 11:32 ISTThe Delhi Police on Sunday filed three First Information Reports (FIR) in connection to the stone pelting incident that took place in the Nangloi area of the national capital on Saturday (July 29).
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Uttar Pradesh: SHO among two cops suspended over Kanwariyas-Muharram participants clash
Uttar Pradesh | July 31, 2023 9:48 ISTAdditional Superintendent of Police Anil Kumar Yadav has been asked to probe the incident," Superintendent of Police Atul Sharma told reporters.
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