Millions of Hajj pilgrims perform symbolic `stoning of devil` as epic rituals draws to conclusion

Millions of Hajj pilgrims perform symbolic 'stoning of devil' as epic rituals draws to conclusion

Millions of Muslim worshipers cast pebbles in the “stoning of the devil” ritual of the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, as Muslims around the world prepare to celebrate the first day of Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) holiday.

Wednesday, June 28, 2023 11:11

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Millions of Muslims begin ‘biggest’ Hajj pilgrimage in years in Mecca

Millions of Muslims begin ‘biggest’ Hajj pilgrimage in years in Mecca

Millions of Muslim worshipers from across the world have started the annual Hajj pilgrimage in the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia, with the rituals taking place over a period of several days and culminating in Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice).

Sunday, June 25, 2023 02:19

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Faithful believers mark Arba’een as COVID-19 restricts pilgrimage to Karbala

Faithful believers mark Arba’een as COVID-19 restricts pilgrimage to Karbala

Muslims around the world commemorate Arba’een, the 40th day after the martyrdom anniversary of the third Shia Imam Hossein (AS) amid coronavirus-related restrictions placed by Iraq on the number of foreign pilgrims.

Thursday, October 08, 2020 10:18

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A religious gathering to mark the birth anniversary of the holy Lady Fatima (PBUH) and Imam Khomeini

A religious gathering to mark the birth anniversary of the holy Lady Fatima (PBUH) and Imam Khomeini

The ceremony was held in Imam Khomeini's holy shrine

Saturday, February 15, 2020 12:00

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Scholar stresses promotion of morality in society

Scholar stresses promotion of morality in society

An internationally-reputed scholar says a man with great morals and ethical norms can shield and protect the social and political freedoms as well. Dr. Mohammad Moghaddam also made a crystal-clear that spiritual freedom doesn’t contradict civil liberties of a society.

Saturday, February 17, 2018 11:30

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Over two million Iranian pilgrims in Karbala to mark Arba’een

Over two million Iranian pilgrims in Karbala to mark Arba’een

Every year, millions of pilgrims reach Karbala for Arba’een from across Iraq and abroad, especially neighboring Iran, which marked the occasion this year on Thursday.

Wednesday, November 08, 2017 07:34

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Imam Khomeini’s shrine set to host mourning ceremony

Imam Khomeini’s shrine set to host mourning ceremony

A mourning ceremony marking martyrdom of holy lady Hadrat Fatima Zahra (PBUH) will be held at the holy mausoleum of Imam Khomeini.

Tuesday, February 28, 2017 10:42

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