Worshipers observe ashura fasting, offer special prayers

Iraq: Ashoura in Karbala draws thousands of Shiite pilgrims for rituals

Thousands of Shiite pilgrims mark Ashoura in Karbala, mourning Imam Hussein’s 680 AD death with processions, prayers and reinforced security.

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Shia pilgrims gather in Iraq’s holy city of Karbala to mark Ashura

Shia Muslims gathered in the Iraqi city of Karbala to mark Ashura

Ashura observed with reverence in Astore

Ashura observed with reverence in Astore

Ilal Hijrah ceremony strengthens faith

Ilal Hijrah ceremony strengthens faith

Pratham Sindhu Kumbh Revives India's Civilizational Spirit on the Banks of the Sindhu

The Pratham Sindhu Kumbh in Leh united saints, diplomats and citizens in sacred rites, showcasing India's civilizational heritage, cultural diversity and national unity.

Record-breaking devotee rush at Amarnath Yatra adds pressure on authorities; Baba Barfani vanishes

The annual Shri Amarnath Yatra has witnessed an unprecedented surge in pilgrim numbers this year, surpassing records of the past four decades. However, amid the massive influx of devotees, rising concerns over environmental changes, overcrowding and global warming, the revered natural ice formation of ‘Baba Barfani’ has disappeared from the holy Amarnath Cave.

Massive Shiite crowds mark Ashoura amid fresh Iran-Israel-US war fallout

Shiite Muslims have marked Ashoura, a significant day on their calendar, with large gatherings in Iran, Iraq, Lebanon and other parts of the world.

Celebration of the 31st Anniversary of His Holiness Aram I’s Enthronement as Catholicos

Archbishop Oshagan Choloyan led the thanksgiving prayer, V. Rev. Fr. Sarkis Aprahamian celebrated the Divine Liturgy, and Archbishop Anoushavan Tanielian delivered the homily.

Record Crowd: 140,000 people at the tomb of the ‘Or HaChaim’

A record crowd of more than 140,000 worshippers visited the Mount of Olives over the weekend to mark the passing of the Or HaChaim.

Benjamin Asare and Fatawu Issahaku lead Black Stars' thanksgiving prayer after drawing with England

Black Stars goalkeeper Benjamin Asare and forward Abdul Fatawu Issahaku lead a heartfelt prayer session post-match, showcasing Ghana's spiritual unity.

When Is Yogini Ekadashi 2026: Fasting Rules, Dos And Don'ts You Should Know

Among the many fasts observed in Hinduism, Ekadashi is considered one of the most sacred and significant.

Ashura Perpetual Project for Reform / Striving for Establishment of Justice Religious Duty of Islamic Ummah: Iraqi Scholar

Ayatollah Sayyid Yassin al-Mousawi, the Friday Prayer Leader of Baghdad and a prominent professor at the Najaf Seminary, emphasizing that Ashura is the foundation for the formation of the Shiite doctrinal, political, and cultural identity, said, Striving for the establishment of divine justice and the establishment of Islamic governance is a religious duty of the Islamic Ummah, and reformism and conscious political struggle must continue.

Why an ancient battle feels closer than ever in one war-weary Lebanese town

Amid the ruins of intense Israeli airstrikes, Lebanon's battered Shiite community braved a volatile ceasefire to observe its most sacred annual ritual of Ashura.

Indian Express targets BJP MP Medha Kulkarni over Vat Purnima rituals at Phule Wada: How historical legacies and manufactured caste divides are used to undermine Hindu traditions

An Indian Express opinion column invoked Mahatma Phule's legacy and Bahujan pride to question BJP MP Medha Kulkarni's visit to Mahatma Phule Wada in Pune for offering Vat Purnima rituals.

General : A Taste Of Syawal Every Day: Pontian Restaurant Wins Hearts

PONTIAN, July 9 (Bernama) -- Most people associate ketupat, rendang and Hari Raya songs with Aidilfitri. For Faridah Hanim Md Tahir, however, they are more than festive traditions; they define a business built around celebrating Hari Raya every day.

Shiites to hold nationwide Ashura processions on Friday

The Islamic Movement in Nigeria has announced it would hold its Ashura processions across the country, on Friday, to mark the martyrdom of Imam Husain, grandson of Prophet Muhammad. The group, led by Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky, said the processions would take place in more than 600 towns and villages across 23 states and the Federal Capital Territory. In [] Shiites to hold nationwide Ashura processions on Friday

How ‘Shakti’ Struggles To Survive Amid Deep-Seated Patriarchy 

Shakti‘s uphill battle In the Hindu tradition, Shakti means power expressed as the divine feminine energy. This idea of Shakti – the all-powerful feminine, the source of life itself – [] The post How ‘Shakti’ Struggles To Survive Amid Deep-Seated Patriarchy appeared first on URL Media.

“Pick your plate and join the queue”: Goge Africa couple relive their humble love story

Nneka and Metche Isaac-Moses, the stars of Goge Africa, reflected on their humble love story, from their first date at an Amala joint to their wedding day

Anwar urges Pakatan candidates to win Johor voters’ trust, prove civil politics can prevail

JOHOR BAHRU, June 27 — Pakatan Harapan (PH) chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today wished all PH candi...

VIDEO: Mourners perform prayers for martyred Leader

TEHRAN, Jul. 07 (MNA) – Grand Ayatollah Abdollah Javadi Amoli performed prayers over the Leader's body at Jamkaran Mosque on Tuesday.

70,000 perform Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa mosque

70,000 perform Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa mosque

Pezeshkian: Historic outpouring renews Iran’s sacred covenant with martyred Leader

Pezeshkian on Thursday described the millions-strong gatherings in Tehran, Qom, the holy city of Mashhad, Najaf, and Karbala as a magnificent and enduring manifestation of loyalty, national solidarity, and Islamic unity.

Record 8,815 Amarnath pilgrims leave Jammu, footfall nears 1 lakh in 5 days

Record 8,815 Amarnath pilgrims leave Jammu, footfall nears 1 lakh in 5 days

Shakti Pumps shares surge 8% on Rs 354 crore solar pump order from MSEDCL

Shakti Pumps shares rose sharply on Monday trade after the company won a Rs 353.89 crore order from MSEDCL. The contract covers the supply, installation and commissioning of 15,000 off-grid solar photovoltaic water pumping systems under Maharashtra's Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana.

A Diocese Tries to Protect Its 29-Foot Jesus From Trump’s Border Wall

At sunrise, when the day’s first golden glow washes over the 29-foot-tall limestone Jesus atop Mount Cristo Rey, Lourdes Castañon feels the presence of the divine. “The rays catch it,” he said, “and, oh man, I think I’m touching the face of God.” Countless pilgrims from around the world journey to the sacred site just []