Religion

Las Vegas casino uses Hindu, Jain deities to offer 'high-class debauchery'; apologises later

In an extremely offensive act by a reputed Las Vegas casino, Mandalay Bay, Hindu and Jain deities were disrespected by allowing club-goers to pose indecently in front of the sacred statues.

Jun 27, 2020

Hajj 2020: Saudi Arabia will allow annual pilgrimage barring international travellers

Saudi Arabia has announced that it will allow "limited number" of Saudi residents to perform Hajj this year, but international travellers won't be allowed this time around.

Jun 23, 2020

Haj Committee of India is giving full refund to pilgrims; how to apply

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to avail a full refund of the Hajj fee if pilgrims choose to cancel their journey this year. India is still waiting for Saudi's green signal for Haj travel

Jun 5, 2020

Eid ul Fitr 2016: When will Eid be celebrated in India and other countries?

Eid ul-Fitr 2020 date in Karnataka, Kerala, Delhi, J&K, and other Indian states

Eid ul-Fitr will be celebrated in J&K and Kerala on Sunday, while the rest of the Indian states will observe the Islamic festival on Monday, May 25.

May 24, 2020

Eid al-Fitr 2016 dates in India, UAE, Turkey and Russia

How to offer Eid prayer at home: Step-by-step guide on Eid ul-Fitr namaz

Feeling lost without having to offer Eid prayers this year? You can offer the Eid ul-Fitr namaz at your home by following these instructions with your entire family.

May 23, 2020

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Eid ul-Fitr 2020 date in India, UAE, Dubai, Pakistan, Kerala, Saudi and more

Eid ul-Fitr is likely to be celebrated on Sunday in Saudi Arabia and Muslims in India will observe the festival on Monday. Official confirmation is awaited.

May 22, 2020

Shab-e-Qadr date, wishes, dua and significance: Everything you need to know

With a last few days left of the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims around the world are eager about the special night of Shab-e-Qadr (Laylatul Qadr, Night of Decree, Night of Power). Here's everything you need to know about it.

May 20, 2020

Mecca, Medina shut during Ramadan: No Taraweeh, Eid prayers

Two holiest Islamic sites in the world remain closed during Ramadan, the holiest month in Islam. Here's what the authorities have advised.

Apr 24, 2020

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When is Ramadan in Maharashtra? Timetable for holy month of fasting

Ramadan is expected to start in India on Saturday, April 25, but some states will observe the first fast on Friday.

Apr 23, 2020

Ramadan 2020 date in India: Confusion erupts after sighting moon in Karnataka, Kerala

Two southern Indian states are expected to commence Ramadan on Friday, April 24. Saudi Arabia and other Middle Eastern countries are also observing the holy month of Ramzan tomorrow.

Apr 23, 2020

Ramadan 2020 safety tips during COVID-19: WHO shares detailed instructions

The World Health Organisation has shared a detailed set of instructions covering all possible common practices during Ramadan in light of COVID-19.

Apr 19, 2020

Ramadan 2020 precautions during COVID-19; fasting, prayer instructions

the Karnataka Imarat-e-Shariah, a body of Muslim jurists, has an important advisory for all the state Muslims about how to practice Ramadan fasts, prayers during the lockdown.

Apr 15, 2020

Tamil New Year - Puthandu 2020: Top 20 quotes, messages, wishes, greetings, sayings to share with well-wishers

On the occasion of Tamil New Year, we bring you quotes, wishes, greetings to share with your family, friends and well-wishers.

Apr 14, 2020

Ramadan 2020 date in India: When will Muslims start annual month of fasting this year?

Ramadan (Ramzan) will commence in India and around the world later this month, beginning a month of fasting during the coronavirus pandemic.

Apr 10, 2020

South Indian playback singer Anoop Sankar with Kerala tusker Padmanabhan

RIP 'Gajaratnam' Padmanabhan: A tusker who carried the weight of lord Krishna for years

Guruvayur temple's celebrated elephant 'Gajaratnam' Padmanabhan died at the Punathoorkotta, a training center for captive elephants near the Sri Krishna temple.

Feb 27, 2020

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