The Latest Breaking News from Muharram

Why Interfaith Marriage in India Forces You to Choose Between Identity and Festivals

The festival arrives before you're readyDiwali comes, and you are in his house. His mother has made sevaiyan for Eid every year of her life, and she makes it beautifully, and you eat it with genuine gratitude. But tonight there are diyas to light, and you are not sure whether…

Times Life · Aug 7

Pune man allegedly distributed poison capsules to kill 15,000 at Byculla Muharram procession

A Pune man, arrested for allegedly distributing poison-laced capsules during a Muharram procession in Byculla, had planned to target 15,000 people. Police recovered nearly 15,000 capsules filled with zinc phosphide, a potent rat poison, from his hotel room. At least two individuals reported poisoning symptoms after consuming the capsules, believing…

The Economic Times · Jun 29

Geo News off air for 15 days after Pakistan suspends licence over Muharram show

The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) said the channel broadcast "religious visualisations" during its June 26 transmission, adding that the material had the potential to offend viewers, undermine religious harmony and create law and order concerns during one of the holiest and most sensitive periods in the Islamic calendar.

The Times of India · Jun 28

Muharram Date 2026 : When is Muharram and Ashura in 2026? Will banks and schools be closed? Full holiday schedule, history, and significance explained

Muharram Date: Muharram, marking the Islamic New Year and a significant religious observance, is anticipated around June 26, 2026. Ashura, a day of remembrance, will follow. While exact dates hinge on moon sightings, many Indian states may declare a public holiday for banks, schools, and offices. This sacred month involves…

The Economic Times · Jun 25

Pakistani Hindus join Shiite Muslims in Muharram observances honoring Imam Hussein

Some members of Pakistan’s Hindu community take part in Muharram traditions alongside Shiite Muslims in the port city or Karachi, reflecting a long-standing reverence for Imam Hussein that crosses religious boundaries

The Independent UK · Jun 25

Stock Market Holiday 2026: Are NSE, BSE closed on June 26 for Muharram? Check market closing dates list

Indian stock markets will remain closed on June 26 for Muharram, marking another scheduled exchange holiday in 2026. Commodity exchanges will follow different trading schedules, with MCX resuming in the evening session while NCDEX remains shut. Several additional market holidays are scheduled later in the year.

The Economic Times · Jun 25

Stock Market Holiday: NSE, BSE to remain shut on Friday for Muharram. Check upcoming market holidays

Indian stock markets, including BSE and NSE, will observe a holiday on Friday, June 26, 2026, for Muharram. While MCX will have a partial closure, NCDEX will be shut all day. This closure marks one of the 16 scheduled market holidays for 2026, offering a long weekend for many. Muharram,…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

UP CM Yogi Adityanath announces 50 per cent bus fare concession for NEET aspirants, issues Muharram, Yoga day directives

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announced a 50% bus fare concession for NEET-UG 2026 re-examination aspirants. He also issued directives for solemn Muharram observances, emphasizing discipline and no display of weapons or loud DJs. Preparations for International Yoga Day, focusing on "Yoga for Healthy Ageing," were also reviewed, with events…

The Economic Times · Jun 17

Stock Market Holiday 2026: Are NSE, BSE closed today for Bakri Id? Check market closing dates list

Indian stock markets will be closed on May 28 for Bakri Id, marking another trading holiday in 2026. Following this, seven more market closures are scheduled throughout the year, including Muharram, Ganesh Chaturthi, and Diwali. MCX will have a partial closure, while NCDEX will be fully shut.

The Economic Times · May 28

Bihar BJP delegation meets Amit Shah

BJP delegation led by State Chief Samrat Choudhary met Union Home Minister Amit Shah to allege conspiracy to implicate BJP workers in cases during Muharram procession. Choudhary urged Shah to seek report from State govt. regarding deployment of forces. Clashes between two communities reported, Internet services suspended. Choudhary alleged that…

The Hindu · Aug 2, 2023