Shia news

Wafaq ul Madaris al-Shia Pakistan Launches New Da’wah Department to Enhance Religious Outreach and Education 

The President of the Wafaq ul Madaris al-Shia Pakistan has said that a newly established Department of Preaching (Da’wah) will play an effective role in strengthening religious awareness and intellectual engagement within society.

Shia Students Drop Out in Afghanistan Over Religious Restrictions in Universities

Reports from Afghanistan’s central Bamiyan province suggest that the imposition of strict religious restrictions and the incorporation of Hanafi jurisprudence into the academic curriculum have triggered growing disillusionment and increased dropout rates among Shia students.

Tahir-ul-Qadri Calls Hajj Transformative Journey of Equality, Faith, and Renewal

Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri, founder and patron-in-chief of Minhaj-ul-Quran International, has congratulated millions of pilgrims undertaking Hajj and visiting the Two Holy Mosques, describing the pilgrimage as a profound journey of intellectual, spiritual, and moral purification.

Delhi University Student Moves HC Against Exam on Eid Day, Demand Rescheduling

A Delhi University law student has moved the Delhi High Court challenging the university’s decision to conduct examinations on May 28, the date officially declared by the Union government as the Eid ul Adha holiday.

Lucknow Hosts Two-Day “Understanding Shariah” Workshop, Calls for Mosques and Social Institutions to Strengthen Public Guidance

A two-day “Understanding Shariah” workshop organized by the All India Muslim Personal Law Board concluded in Lucknow with participants emphasizing the need to transform mosques and social institutions into effective platforms for public guidance and intellectual awareness.

Day of Arafah is Day of Seeking Forgiveness, Worship, and Devotion to Allah

Pakistani Shia cleric Allama Syed Sajid Ali Naqvi has urged believers to observe the Day of Arafah with devotion, repentance, and obedience to God, while highlighting the sacrifice and steadfastness of Muslim ibn Aqeel as a lasting example of loyalty and resistance against falsehood.

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VC of Shia Ulema Council Pakistan Strongly Condemns Suicide Attack on Jaffar Express in Quetta

Allama Arif Hussain Wahidi, Central Vice President of the Shia Ulema Council Pakistan and member of the National Paigham-e-Aman Committee, has strongly condemned the suicide attack on the Jaffar Express in Quetta.

Pakistani Shia Cleric Condemns Quetta Terror Attack

Pakistani Shia cleric, Allama Syed Sajid Ali Naqvi, strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Quetta and expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives.

Bangladesh Announces to Restore “Except Israel” in Passports

The Bangladesh government has announced that the phrase “except Israel” will once again be included in ordinary passports.

Bahrain Intensifies Crackdown on Shia Institutions, Closes Major Cultural Organization

Bahrain’s government has ordered the dissolution of “Islamic Enlightenment Socity” one of the country’s most prominent Shia cultural and social organizations

Pak Leader: Iran Is Strong, United States “Stuck” in Middle East

Liaqat Baloch, the deputy chief of Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, has said that Iran maintains a strong defensive posture, while the United States is “stuck” in the Middle East.

International Webinar Announced on Thought and Leadership of Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei

A virtual international seminar is set to be held on Sunday, May 24, 2026, focusing on the intellectual thought, leadership philosophy, and contributions of Ayatollah Imam Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei.

Peshawar Hosts Multilingual Poetry and Book Launch Ceremony Honoring Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iranian cultural center in the northwestern Pakistani city of Peshawar hosted a multilingual poetry gathering and book launch ceremony in tribute to the martyr “Leader of the Ummah,” Grand Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Indian Shia Cleric Praises Iranian “Resilience” During Friday Sermon

Prominent Shia cleric Maulana Syed Raza Haider Zaidi praised what he described as the “remarkable resilience and calmness” of the Iranian people during the recent conflict involving Iran.

Clerics Oppose Alleged Encroachments on Shia Waqf Land in Lucknow

Senior Shia cleric Maulana Syed Kalbe Jawad Naqvi has warned that alleged illegal encroachments and unauthorized construction on land belonging to the Hussainabad Trust “will not be tolerated.”

All JK Shia Association Hold Meeting Regarding Upcoming Muharram

DC Srinagar Chairs Muharram Preparedness Meeting; All JK Shia Association Submits Detailed Memorandum on Civic, Security and Public Welfare Arrangements

Shia Organization Reject Madhya Pradesh High Court Verdict on Kamal Maula Mosque Case

Shia organization, the Majma Ulama wa Khutba Hyderabad Deccan has rejected a recent judgment of the Madhya Pradesh High Court concerning the historic Kamal Maula Mosque in the city of Dhar, describing it as contrary to historical evidence.

Kashmiri Shia Leader Honors Martyr Ebrahim Raisi as Symbol of Resistance and Islamic Unity

Agha Syed Hassan Mousvi Al-Safvi described martyr Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi as a fearless and people-oriented leader whose legacy of resistance, public service, and commitment to Islamic values would continue to inspire the Muslim world.

Pakistan and Iran Urged to Strengthen Cooperation Amid Shifting Regional Dynamics at Lahore Event

A ceremony highlighting the Islamic, historical, and cultural ties between Pakistan and Iran was held at the Aiwan-e-Iqbal Complex in Lahore, where speakers emphasized the need for stronger bilateral cooperation to safeguard regional interests amid shifting global dynamics.

Shia Cleric Maulana Yasoob Abbas Calls Yogi Adityanath’s Remarks on Namaz “Discriminatory and Biased”

Maulana Yasoob Abbas, spokesperson for the All India Shia Personal Law Board, has reacted to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s remarks against Muslims and Namaz.

Indian Muslim Board Hits Back at Adityanath’s Incendiary Remarks on Roadside Namaz

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board says the language used by the chief minister was inappropriate for someone holding a constitutional position.

“In Memory of Martyred Leader” Conference Held in Lahore

A conference titled “In Memory of the Martyred Leader” was held in Lahore, Pakistan, with the participation of a large number of religious scholars, intellectuals, political figures, and members of various religious organizations.

Indian Seminary Students Host “Martyr of Minab Exhibition” in Nagpur

At Rasool-e-Azam seminary in New Kamthi, Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India, a memorial program titled “Martyr of Minab Exhibition” along with a mourning assembly was organized in remembrance of the “martyrs of the path of truth,”.

Speakers Express Support for Iran at “Honoring Martyrs and Renewing Pledge” Seminar in Skardu

Political, religious, and social leaders at a seminar in Skardu reaffirmed support for Iran and the Palestinian cause while paying tribute to martyrs and discussing regional political developments.

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Hopeful of Second Round of Iran-US Talks in Islamabad   

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has voiced optimism that the second round of negotiations between Iran and the United States will be held in Islamabad.

Shia Ulema Council Holds Unity Conference and “Bunyan-un-Marsoos” Seminar in Pakistan

The Shia Ulema Council organized a “Unity of the Ummah Conference” and “Bunyan-un-Marsoos Seminar” at a local hotel in Kabirwala, Punjab.