Muharram
Elaborate security steps for Muharram
senior officer of state police said precautionary measures have been taken in connection with the Muharram procession.
Mystic Mantra: Muharram — A month of spiritual renewal
In Islamic traditions, the 10th of Muharram, is said to be amongst the most blessed of days.
No more matam scenes in films: Shias to Bollywood
The organisations have claimed that the usage in films sends out a wrong message to the audience as it is used as a build up prior to a violent scene.
The wretched of the earth
In their popular message, both events — Muharram and Ram Lila — are observed as marking the triumph of good over evil.
Mystic Mantra: Ashura, the unique face of Shia Islam
Hussein was the grandson of Prophet Mohammad, a fact that played an important role in his life and contributed to his death.
People should enjoy fests peacefully, says West Bengal governor
The TMC had earlier imposed restrictions on idol immersions after 10 pm on September 30 and had said that there will be no immersion on Muharram.
Police permit needed for idol immersion on Muharram: Mamata
The Calcutta High Court on Thursday had allowed immersion of Durga idols in West Bengal on all days including Muharram.
A clear indictment of Mamata-style politics
Durga idols can now be immersed on all days, including Muharram.
Can immerse Durga idols on all days, including Muharram: Calcutta HC
Mamata sparked a controversy when she declared that Durga idols would not be immersed after 6 pm on Sept 30 (Dashami) and Oct 1.
Can't impose restrictions just because you are state: HC to WB on idol immersion case
Mamata sparked a controversy when she declared that Durga idols would not be immersed after 6 pm on Sept 30 (Dashami) and Oct 1.