Shia news
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President of the All India Shia Personal Law Board:
Karbala Teaches Humanity, Standing with Oppressed, and Resisting Tyranny: Maulana Yasoob Abbas
A large number of mourners gathered for the eighth Muharram majlis held at the historic Dariya Wala Alam on Carter Road in Bandra, Mumbai.
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How Shia Muslims in Kashmir preserve their language through Marsiya mourning
The tradition of Marsiya came to Kashmir with early Islamic missionaries like Bulbul Shah and Syed Mir Ali Hamadani in the 14th century.
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Pakistani Shia Leaders Meet Iranian Ambassador to Discuss Funeral of Supreme Leader and Regional Issues
A delegation led by Senator Allama Raja Nasir Abbas Jafri, Chairman of Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen Pakistan (MWM) and Leader of the Opposition in Pakistan’s Senate, met with Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr. Reza Amiri Moghadam, at the Iranian Embassy.
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Muslim Board Plans Nationwide Movement Against Mosque Ddemolitions, Marginalisation
The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) meeting presided over by Board President Maulana Khalid Saifullah Rahmani also called the “forced implementation of the UCC as contrary to the religious freedom guaranteed under Article 25 of the Constitution of India”.
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Indian Hospital Told Muslim Patient, “Terrorist Have Arrived”
Instead of taking the matter seriously or initiating action against the employee, the hospital chief allegedly dismissed the complaint with contempt.
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Shia and Sunni Scholars in Balochistan Call for Unity and Harmony During Muharram
Prominent religious scholars of Balochistan, while addressing a press conference regarding Muharram, stated that the sacred month serves as a reminder of the eternal sacrifice of Imam Hussain (A.S).
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Photos: Grand “Youm-e-Hussain” Program Held at University of Southern Punjab, Pakistan
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): A grand program titled “Youm-e-Hussain (AS)” was organized by the Department of Education and the Character Building Society, Multan, at the University of Southern Punjab. A large number of students, both male and female, along with faculty members, participated in the event.
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Photos: Consultative Meeting of Scholars Addressing Major Muharram Congregations in Karachi
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): A consultative meeting of religious scholars addressing Karachi’s central pulpits during Muharram was held at Pak Muharram Hall. The meeting was attended by scholars who had arrived from Najaf al-Ashraf and Qom, along with senior internationally renowned and local religious scholars.
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Photos: Annual ‘Quran and Ahlul-Bayt’ Conference Held in Varanasi, India
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): The annual conference titled "Quran and Ahlul-Bayt" was organized by the Institute of Quran and Ahlul-Bayt at Imam Bargah Janab Zainab in Bajr Deeh, Varanasi, India. A large number of religious scholars and members of the faithful attended the event.
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Maharashtra Muslims Form Task Forces To Combat Hate Crimes and Address Community Concerns
Muslim organisations, civil society groups, legal experts, and community leaders in Maharashtra have announced the formation of dedicated task forces to support victims of hate crimes and tackle rising communal tensions.
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Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader:
'Labbaik Ya Hussain' unsettled US-Israeili Power and Conspiracies: Khawaja Saad Rafique
The slogan 'Labbaik Ya Hussain' has sent American deceivers and Zionist powers and their conspiracies into a state of panic," said Khawaja Saad Rafique.
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Photos: Glimpse of 'Martyr of Ummah Conference' Held in Lahore
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): The “Martyr of the Ummah Conference” held on 13 June at Minar‑e‑Pakistan in Lahore. In the gathering religious scholars incliding Sunni Ulemas, community leaders, and participants from across the region honored the legacy of the martyred Leader, Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei.
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Photos: A Two-Day Table Talk Program Concluded at Tanzeemul Makatib Lucknow
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): A two-day table talk program on the themes of the growing superstitious practices during the Days of Mourning (Muharram), the sanctity and significance of mourning rituals, and the reverence due to the Infallible Imams was organized at the Golaganj Tanzeemul Makatib Hall.
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Video: Minar-e-Pakistan Completed Preparations for Grand “Martyr of Ummah” Gathering
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): Following the martyrdom of Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei, an extraordinary sense of unity and solidarity has emerged among Shia communities across Pakistan. In this context, a “Martyr of the Ummah” public gathering has been announced at Lahore’s historic Minar-e-Pakistan, where hundreds of thousands of participants are expected to attend.
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Syed Jawad Naqvi Visits Minar-e-Pakistan Venue Ahead of “Martyr of Ummah Conference”
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): Hujjat al-Islam Allama Syed Jawad Naqvi visited Minar-e-Pakistan in connection with the “Martyr of the Ummah Conference” scheduled for June 13. During the visit, he reviewed and inspected various administrative, organizational, and logistical arrangements for the event to ensure its smooth and successful execution.
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Muharram Is Time for Self-Reformation and Renewed Commitment to Imam Hussain’s Mission: Shia Cleric
In connection with the forthcoming month of Muharram-ul-Haram, Anjuman-e-Sharie Shian organized an important consultative meeting of its members, office bearers of its committees, Nohakhwans, Daira representatives and members at its headquarters, Dar-ul-Mustafa, Budgam.
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Pakistan’s Shia Seminary Board Establishes Nine-Member Supreme Council
Ayatollah Hafiz Syed Riaz Hussain Najafi, President of the Wifaq-ul-Madaris Al-Shia Pakistan, has announced the formation of a nine-member Supreme Council to oversee the affairs of the country’s leading Shia seminary board.
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Pilgrimage Transport Association Urges Pakistan to Reopen Land Route for Arbaeen Pilgrims
Leaders of the Alamdar Salaran and Bus Association have called on the Pakistani government to allow Shia pilgrims to travel by road for religious pilgrimages during Muharram and Arbaeen, warning of possible protests if restrictions remain in place.
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Shia PG College Lucknow Ranked Top in UP in State Government Assessment
Shia College has been declared the highest-ranked degree college in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh following a comprehensive assessment conducted by the Uttar Pradesh government, according to official rankings released in May 2026.
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Photos: Karachi Hosts “Message of Karbala and Legacy of Martyrs” Conference
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): The Payam-e-Wilayat Foundation organized a conference titled “Message of Karbala and the Legacy of the Martyrs” on Central Road in Karachi’s Jafar-e-Tayyar Society, bringing together prominent Shia religious scholars, community leaders, and representatives of various religious and social organizations.
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Karachi Hosts Conference Highlighting Message of Karbala and Legacy of Martyrs
The Payam-e-Wilayat Foundation organized a conference titled “Message of Karbala and the Legacy of the Martyrs” on Central Road in Karachi’s Jafar-e-Tayyar Society, bringing together prominent Shia religious scholars, community leaders, and representatives of various religious and social organizations.
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Muslim Families Flee Indian Village After Hindutva Mob Attacks
About 20 families in Maharashtra say years of intimidation, violence and police inaction have forced them to abandon their ancestral homes.
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Photos: Memorial Ceremony Held for Ayatollah Fayyad, Attended by Grand Ayatollah Bashir Najafi
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): A memorial gathering and Quran recitation ceremony was held in honor of the late Grand Ayatollah Mohammad Ishaq Fayyad, bringing together senior clerics, religious scholars, seminary students, and members of the public to pay tribute to one of the Shia world's most prominent religious authorities. The event was attended by Grand Ayatollah Bashir Najafi, a delegation representing the shrine of Ali ibn Abi Talib, as well as numerous scholars, seminarians, and worshippers.
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Iranian Ambassador Attends Commemoration of Eid al-Ghadeer and Imam Khomeini Anniversary in Hyderabad
A special gathering marking Eid al-Ghadeer and the anniversary of the death of Imam Ruhollah Khomeini, founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, was held at the historic Darbar-e-Hussaini in Hyderabad's Old Haveli area, drawing religious scholars, community leaders, and members of the public.
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Ayatollah Fayyad Rendered Valuable and Lasting Services to Afghanistan: Hamid Karzai
Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai has expressed sorrow over the death of Grand Ayatollah Mohammad Ishaq Fayyad, praising the senior Shia cleric's lifelong scholarly contributions and his enduring service to Afghanistan and the wider Shia community.
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Pakistani Shia Scholar Call for Unity and Enhanced Security Ahead of Muharram
Religious scholar and representatives of major Shia organizations in Pakistan have called for unity, responsible observance of Muharram, and enhanced security measures during the upcoming mourning period, citing heightened global attention on the Shia community amid ongoing international tensions.
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Condolence Gatherings Held in Quetta to Mourn Demise of Grand Ayatollah Sheikh Fayyadh
Condolence gatherings and Quran recitation ceremonies continue to be held across the provincial capital, Quetta, following the passing of Grand Ayatollah Sheikh Ishaq Fayyadh, one of the most prominent Shia religious authorities in the Muslim world.
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Pakistan’s Interior Minister Arrives in Tehran With Special Message for Iran’s Leadership
Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has arrived in Tehran, where he says he is carrying a special letter and message from Pakistan’s leadership for Iran’s top leadership.
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Eid al-Ghadir Gathering in Kabul Highlights Need for Unity Across Muslim World
The Ahlul Bayt Lovers Association of Afghanistan commemorated Eid al-Ghadir by holding its 20th annual conference for religious preachers in Kabul under the theme, “Ghadir and the Unity of the Muslim Ummah in Confronting Contemporary Challenges.”
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From Travel Restrictions to Asset Seizures: Bahrain Escalating Its Campaign Against Shiites
Bahraini authorities have intensified measures against the country’s Shiite community, introducing new restrictions and policies that activists describe as part of an ongoing campaign of political repression.