Muharram

Muharram is different from other Islamic festivals as this is a month of mourning and praying and no celebrations take place. (Representational Image: Shutterstock) Muharram 2021 Date: The month of Muharram commenced on August 11 in India,…

As per beliefs, the Battle of Karbala was fought near the river Euphrates (modern-day Iraq) under the command of Husayn ibn Ali or Imam Hussain in October 680 CE. (Representative image: Shutterstock)This battle also became one of the core…

<!-- -->Banks will remain closed for five days between August 19 and August 23, 2021With August being a month which marks the beginning of the festival season, there are a spate of holidays during the month and banks will remain…

An important part of the Muharram celebrations of Muslims as well as non-Muslims, Tazia, made in numerous forms and types, is a replica of the mausoleum of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad. Tazia can be brought home on any day…

Muharram 2021 date: Just like many other important Islamic observations, Muharram also depends on the sighting of the moon. This year, it begins August 10. Muharram is also called Muharram-ul-Haram. For the Muslim community…

Here are some images, messages and quotes that you can share with your loved ones. (Representational Image: Shutterstock) Happy Islamic New Year: Islamic New year commences with Muharram, which is considered as the second holiest month…

The Islamic New Year marks the beginning of the new Muslim lunar calendar. Also known as Hijri New Year, the Islamic calendar has 354 or 355 days. As compared to the Gregorian calendar, it is roughly 11 days shorter. The Islamic New year …

Here's a look at all the important events in August 2021. (Image: Shutterstock) August 2021 Festivals Calendar: Important event includes Independence Day, Rakshabandhan, Muharram, Janmashtmi, Friendship Day and others. In Sports, the…