News Topic:Shia Muslims

Locals and religious leaders unite in historic Muharram procession to condemn Quran burning in Sweden

Amid the historic 8th Muharram procession taken out in Srinagar, locals as well as religious leaders carried along the copies of Quran.

Rejoice in Srinagar as thousands of Shia mourners take out historic 8th Muharram procession after three decades

For the first time after three decades, thousands of Shia mourners hit the traditional routes of Srinagar to take out 8th Muharram procession.

J-K Govt lifts ban on 8th Muharram procession after three decades

The J&K administration addressed the long-pending demand of Shias by allowing the 8th Muharram procession on the traditional route.

Meeting over Muharram procession virtually ‘fails’

The meeting between the representatives of Shia organizations and the government over the Muharram procession has virtually failed.

Navroz celebrated across J-K with fervour

Persian New Year Navroz was celebrated with traditional fervour in the Valley on Tuesday. As per practice, the day was marked by plantation activities.

Protest erupts in Kashmir after Army ‘desecrates’ Shiite leader’s photo

Protests erupted in Kashmir on Tuesday after Indian Army soldiers entered a house and allegedly burnt a photo of Iran’s slain Major General Qasem Soleimani.

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INDIA bloc plans mega Delhi protest on Monday over CEC Gyanesh Kumar

INDIA bloc plans a major Delhi protest on October 12 against CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter-list irregularities, following Saturday’s police crackdown.

Wangchuk warns of fast over Delhi protest detentions; CJP leaders released

Sonam Wangchuk warned of a hunger strike or foot march over Delhi protest detentions. A court later ordered the release of three CJP leaders.

Kashmir sees light rain, Gulmarg snowfall; MeT forecasts fresh wet spell

Kashmir saw light rain and fresh snowfall in Gulmarg as MeT forecast rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds on October 13–14.

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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion

The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.

J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.