Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, is considered sacred by Muslims around the world. The onset of the holy month is marked by a period of deep mourning and reflection, especially on ...

Muharram 2025 began on Friday, June 27th, following the sighting of the crescent moon in India on June 26th. Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram, will be observed on Sunday, July 6th.

Know the significance of Ashura, its date, and the mourning practices observed by Muslims, including blood donation this Muharram 2024. Learn about this important day in the Islamic calendar.

Ahead of Muharram 2024, the report looks at how Muharram and Ashura are honoured, as well as the traditions linked with this holy month. An image of a person praying after sighting the moon.

Muharram 2024: The tenth day of Muharram is known as Ashura in the Islamic calendar. It is commemorated by all Muslims to recognize the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet ...

The holy day takes place on the 10th day of Muharram, the sacred first month of the Islamic calendar. The name Ashura comes from the word “ashara” which means “ten” (referring to the number).

Muharram is an important day for Islamic believers. Muharram is also called Muharram-ul-Haram. The 10th day of Muharram, also known as Ashura or Mourning, will be observed on July 29 this year.

The fast of Ashura is not obligatory, only voluntary in Islam, Marwan said. Although Ashura is the most important day to fast, it is often encouraged to fast on the ninth and 11 th days of Muharram.

New Delhi: Muharram 2023 is an important time for Muslims, as the 10th day of the Islamic month marks the day of Ashura. This special day is a time of mourning and remembrance for Muslims ...

Shia Muslims honour Ashura as a day to remember the sacrifice of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, during the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE. For Sunni Muslims, Ashura is a day honoured ...