No one could earn the honour of being born and kissing Shahadat in Khana-e-Khuda except Ali (A.S.), Moosavi

RAWALPINDI, Pakistan: The Spritual Leader of Pakistani Shiites Agha Syed Hamid Ali Shah Moosavi has said that there is an important need of making Adl-e-Murtazvi as our symbol to get the humanity rid of oppression, suppression and brutality. This was stated by him in a special message issued on the occasion of Youm-e-Shahadat Amirul Momineen Hazrat Ali Ibne Abi Talib (A.S.) that is being observed on Wednesday with religious spirit, devotion and respect.

Revival of first Layla`tol Qadr in Husseini shrine

HOLY KARBALA, Iraq: Layla`tul Qadr is the best night among the nights of the whole year. No night, throughout the year, is on a level with this night. On account of its merits, surpassing excellence, superiority, and the superabundant bounties, benefits and favors this night brings for the mankind it leaves behind every night known for blessing.

Iran: Shab-i-Zerbet Imam Ali (a), first Shabi-i-Qadr observed

HOLY CITY OF MASH’HAD, Iran: Iranian nation reverently observed maraseem of Shab-i-Zerbet-i-Imam Ali (a.s.) - 19th night of Ramazan - which also marks the first night of Qadr (Shab-i-Qadr).

Millions stepping in Najaf for Haydari mourning

HOLY CITY OF NAJAF, Iraq: Hundreds of thousands of mourners have been heading to the holy city of Najaf to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Al-Imam Ali Al-Mortadha (a.s.), first infallible descendant of Prophet Muhammad (s), at his holy shrine.

Last Will of Imam Ali (A.S.) after Dharbah on Ramadan 19

In the 40th year of Hijri, in the early hours of the morning of 19th Ramadan, Imam Ali (AS) was struck with a poisoned sword by a Kharijite Ibn Muljim (may the curse of Allah be upon him) while leading prayers in the Masjid of Kufa.

Ramadan nights in great Kufa mosque – a report

KUFA, Iraq: Kufa Mosque is one of the four significant mosques in Islam i.e. Al-Haraam Mosque (Kaabah), Prophet Mosque and Al-Aqsa Mosque.

Beginning of worldwide Imam Ali mourning, layali Al-Qadr observation

LONDON, United Kingdom: As A’maal of the first of three layali Al-Qadr, or the Nights of Glory, (Ramadan 19, 21, 23) were held on 19 Ramadan night in all parts of the world with spirituality and devotion, the huge mourning programs marking the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Ali ibn-e-Abi Talib (as) were in continuation.

Ramadan in holy cities of Mashhad, Qom

HOLY CITY OF MASHHAD, Iran: The holy fasting month of Ramadan is being observed reverently in the holy cities of Mashhad and Qom.

‘We revealed Quran in the Night…’ A`maal of Layla-tul Qadr

On account of its merits, surpassing excellence, superiority and the superabundant bounties, Laylatul Qadr, or the Night of Qadr, is the best night among the nights of the whole year. No night, throughout the year, is on a level with this night.

Teachings of Hazrat Imam Hassan (A.S.) beacon of light to check dangers to humanity, Moosavi

RAWALPINDI, Pakistan: The Quaid-i-Millat Jafariya Agha Syed Hamid Ali Shah Moosavi has said that the world would have to make the teachings of Nawasa-e-Rasool Hazrat Imam Hassan Mujtaba (A.S.) as beacon of light to check the dangers confronted to the humanity and to achieve peace the world over. This was stated by him in a special message issued on the occasion of International Peace Day that is being observed throughout the country on Thursday to mark the Wiladat Purnoor of Hazrat Imam Hassan Mujtaba (A.S.) with religious enthusiasm, spirit, devotion and respect.

Bahraini Shia leader condemns continued arrests

MANAMA, Bahrain: The largest Shiite bloc in Bahrain's parliament Wefaq society has said a crackdown on Shiite protesters by the government has destroyed a decade of stable sectarian relations as the tiny Gulf state heads into parliamentary elections scheduled for October.

Utah’s Iraqi Shiites get a mosque of their own

UTAH, The United States: Iraqi Shiite Muslims residing in Utah have founded their own mosque/husseinyah in West Valley City so that they can worship and teach their children in their language and according to their beliefs.

Marje As-Sistani’s rep warns of political impasse

KARBALA, Iraq: Ayatollah Sayyed Ali al-Husseini As-Sistani’s representative in the holy city of Karbala has warned that the country's prolonged political stalemate could prompt suffering people to turn violent.

Nahj-ul Balagha first Russian translation gets overwhelming response

TEHRAN, Iran: Abdel-Karim Jrniecko, translator of the renowned book of Maula-i-Kaenaat Hazrat Ali bin Abi Talib (a.s.) Nahj-ul Balagha (Peak of Eloquence) to Russian language has said that the first translation of this book witnessed an overwhelming response by the Russian people, because this book has been translated into this language for the first time.

Ramazan a time to be in Hyderabad to savor Haleem

HYDERABAD, India: Muslims around the world are observing Ramzan. And if you happen to be travelling during the holy month of fasting, Hyderabad is the place to be in.

Ramadan nights at Shrines of Ahl’ol Beit (A) in Egypt

CAIRO, Egypt: Egyptians keep special devotion and unique contact with mosques and shrines of Ahl’ol Bayt Ar-Rasul, or the holy progeny of holy Prophet (A.S.), housed in Cairo and other cities.

Muslim figures to file a suit against Egypt on Ahl Al-Bayt (AS) shrines

PARIS, France: About 100 Muslim figures from Iraq, Egypt and other countries have decided to sue the government of Egypt at the Commission on Human Rights of the United Nations, because of its non-activation of project of tourism of the holy shrines.

Allah Has declared Hazrat Khadija (AS) deed as His own …  ‘Universal Youm ul-Huzn’ on Ramazan 10

RAWALPINDI, Pakistan: The Quaid-i-Millat-i-Jafariya Agha Syed Hamid Ali Shah Moosavi has said that Ummul Momineen Hazrat Khadijatul Kubra (S.A.) is that personality from the womenfolk owing to which Islam was promoted and gained solidarity.

Sohur, Iftaar, majales al-Husseini, Quran contests mark Ramadan in Saudi

AL-AWAMIYAH, Saudi Arabia: Since the beginning of the holy month, Ramadan programs and activities – iftaar, sohur, majales al-Husseini, supplications, prayers, and Quran competitions etc - continued in the oil-rich Mo’minin-dominated eastern region of Saudi Arabia.

Qom’s Ayat criticizes Saudi mistreatment of Shias

TEHRAN, Iran: Ayatollah Nasser Makarem Shirazi has said the United States that claims to be an upholder of human rights in the world is oblivious toward the mistreatment of Shias in Saudi Arabia.

A brief commentary on Dua al-Iftitah

Du' al-iftutah was taught by or twelth Imam (a) for Shi'as to recite every night during the month Ramadhan, The Du'a is excellent for moulding man's attitude towards his Creator as it discusses many aspects of the wrethedness of the human being, and the grace of Allah. The Du's can be divided into two parts:

Dua Abu Hamzah Thumali

Abu Hamzah Thumali (RA) was a close companion of Imam Zain-ul-Abideen (AS). This dua narrated to Abu Hamzah Thumali by the 4th Imam Zain-ul-Abideen (AS).He has related that during the month of Ramadhan Imam Zain-ul-Abideen (AS) used to spend a greater part of the night in prayers and when it used to be the time of Seher he recited the following dua. This dua has been recorded in the book Misabh.

Ziyarah Ash-Sha’baniyah ends; millions celebrate

HOLY CITY OF KERBALA, Iraq: Despite terrorism that claimed more than 140 pilgrims, millions of devotees observed Ziyarah Ash-Sha’baniyah at the holy shrine of Al-Imam Al-Hussein (AS) in the holy city of Karbala on 15th Sha’ban (night between Sha’ban 14 and 15), July 27.

Lebanese, Bahrainis celebrate Sha’ban 15

BEIRUT, Lebanon: Sha’ban 15 marking the birthday of Al-Imam Al-Mehdi Al-Hojjah (a.s.), the Last Proof of Allah on earth, the saviour of humanity, the awaited imam, was revently celebrated in Lebanon and Bahrain.

Twelfth petal of Zahra (AS)'s flower

The twelfth Imam, Hujjat Ibn Al-Hasan Al-Mahdi (God’s greetings be for him and his ascending) opened his eyes to the world at the start of the dawn of the day Thursday 15 of Sha‘ban month, of the year 255 H.L, correspondent with the July 28, 869 after Christ, in the City of Samarra, at the eleventh Imam‘s house.

Saudi Arabia to cleanse schoolbooks from ‘hatred’

PARIS, France: Riyadh said it is on track to clean up all hints of hatred of others and intolerance in Saudi textbooks. These books are also used in Saudi-funded schools in the West.

Sunni, Shia clerics slam Zahedan terrorism against Imam Hoseyn festival

TEHRAN, Iran: Clerics belonging to Sunni and Shia schools of thought based in Iran’s southeastern province of Sistan have strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack in the province.

Miracles of Al-Imam Al-Mehdi (AS)

Although there are a plenty number of the miracles of Imam-e-Zaman but we point out two of them as under:

Pak: Hafta Wila-e-Muhammad and Aal-e-Muhammad concludes

RAWALPINDI, Pakistan: The programmes of Hafta Wila-e-Muhammad and Aal-e-Muhammad observed on the call of Quaid-i-Millat Jafariya Agha Syed Hamid Ali Shah Moosavi marking the Wiladat of Hazrat Zainab (S.A.), Hazrat Imam Hussain (A.S.), Hazrat Abbas Alamdar (A.S.), Hazrat Imam Ali Zainul Abideen (A.S.), and Nosha-e-Karbala Hazrat Shahzada Qasim Ibne Hassan Mujtaba (A.S.) concluded here on Tuesday. On the concluding day religious functions and Mahafil were organized in connection with the Youm-e-Nosha-e-Karbala.

Iraqi army present guard of honor to Husseini Military Chief on gold gilding ceremony – Jafariyanews' Exclusive report

HOLY CITY OF KARBALA, Iraq: A magnificent ceremony marking the completion of gilding the holy minarets of the shrine of Abu al Fadl al Abbas peace be upon him with gold and the beginning of two projects i.e. renewal of Zarih As-Sharif (net around the holy grave), and expansion of the holy shrine compound was held on the occasion of cherished memory of the birth anniversary of Al-Abbas peace be upon him on 4 Sha'ban 1431. Arrangements were made to illustrate the three projects supported by photographs and documents, as well as the production of the last three documentaries concerning the three projects through the unity of editing and photography, and to move the ceremony to the big screens, and give copies of films to satellite channels to broadcast.

Bahraini Shiites not expecting major gains in poll

MANAMA, Bahrain: The Shia Muslim Al Wefaq bloc, Bahrain’s main opposition group, will field candidates for up to 24 out of 40 voting districts in upcoming elections and does not expect to win a majority, an official said on Monday.

Terrorists attack Darul Uloom Muhammadia … TNFJ’s demands action against 26 banned terror outfits

SARGODHA, Pakistan: The Pakistani spiritual shia leader Agha Syed Hamid Ali Shah Moosavi has strongly condemned the suicide bomb blast at the mosque of central religious institution Darul Uloom Muhammadia, 19 Block, Sargodha and declaring is a naked act of terrorism has demanded from the government to take practical steps to provide protection to the people instead of giving only lip-service otherwise, he added, the rulers who cannot provide protection to the people have no right to rule. He said it is the need of the hour for patriotic people to remain peaceful, keep in mind and make the enemy also believe that even we are cut into pieces but we will not allow anyone to divide Pakistan or create a rift amongst all recognized schools of thought.

Iraq observes b-days of Abtaalo Karbala

HOLY CITY OF KARBALA, Iraq: Birth anniversaries of Abtaal- Karbala (heroes of Karbala) i.e. Al-Imam Al-Hussein, Abu’l Fadhl Al-Abbas and Al-Imam Zayn-ol Abideen (peace be on them) were reverently observed in different Iraqi cities including the holy city of Karbala.

Imam Husain (A)’s birth celebrations in Allahabad

ALLAHABAD, India: Celebrations in connection with the 1427th birth anniversary of Hazrat Imam Husain (AS), grandson of Prophet Mohammad Mustafa (SAWW) were observed with zeal and enthusiasm on Friday Shaban 3.

Bangla govt removes Maududi's books from libraries

DHAKA, Bangladesh: The government of Bangladesh has ordered tens of thousands of mosques and libraries to remove books written by the controversial founder of an Islamic party, AFP reported quoting an official.

Mawaleed-i-Shaban celebrations begin

MANAMA, Bahrain: Celebrations marking the birth anniversaries of Mawaleed-i-Shaban (those who born in the Islamic holy month of Shaban) - Al-Imam Al-Husayn bin Ali bin Abi Talib, Abou’l Fadl Al-Abbas bin Ali bin Abi Talib, Al-Imam Ali bin Al-Husayn Zayn Al-Abidin (peace be on them) - on 3, 4 and 5 Shaban were being held across the globe.

Imam Hussain (a)’s departure marked with reverence

NEW YORK: Majalis-e-aza were held throughout the world at mosques, hussainiyaat, Imambargahs and Aza Khanas on the eve and day of Rajab 28 to mark the departure of the grandson of Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAW), The Lord of Martyrs Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) from Medina to Karbala.

Maba’ath An-Nabawi, Meraaj observed in Iraq, Saudi Arabia

AL-QATEEF, Saudi Arabia: In celebration of Maba’ath An-Nabawi, Meraaj and Israa on Rajab 27, magnificent festivals were held in Iraq and eastern parts of Saudi Arabia.

More than 10 million descend at Kadhimiyah shrine to mourn Imam (AS)

HOLY KADHIMIYAH, Iraq: A record more than 10 million mourning pilgrims gathered on Thursday July 8 Rajab 25 at the holy shrine of Al-Imam Mousa b. Jafar Al-Kadhim (AS) in the holy city of Al-Kadhimiyah to commemorate his anniversary of martyrdom, according to a high-ranking official of the sacred shrine.

Kuwait … Aqeelato Bani Hashem paid homage

KUWAIT CITY: Grand majalis al-azaiyah were held in Kuwait to observe the anniversary of martyrdom of Aqeelato Bani Hashem Sayedah Zaynab Al-Kobra (AS), the granddaughter of Prophet Muhammad (s) and daughter of Al-Imam Ali (AS) and Binte Rasul Fatimah toz-Zahra (AS).

Beirut hosts ‘Al-Imam Ali b. Abi Talib voice of human justice’

BEIRUT, Lebanon: The tenth international festival titled ‘Al-Imam Ali b. Abi Talib voice of human justice’ was organized in Beirut, the capital of culture and literature, city of peace and love to celebrate Rajab 13, the birth anniversary of Amir-ul Mominin Al-Imam Ali Al-Murtadha (a.s.).

Haidery festivals held in Australia

SYDNEY, Australia: In celebration of the birth anniversary of Maulood-i-Kaabah Al-Imam Ali (AS) on Rajab 13, festivals were held in Australia like other countries.

Maula Ali Dargah in India - a little account

NEW DELHI, India: The Maula Ali Dargah was built in India in the memory of Hazrat Ali, the son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be on him and his holy progeny.

“International Jashan-e-Murtazvi” programmes conclude in Pakistan

RAWALPINDI, Pakistan: The concluding programmes of “International Jashan-e-Murtazvi” to mark the Birth Celebrations of Ameer ul Momineen Imam-ul-Muttaqeen Ali Ibn-e-Abi Talib (A.S.) were held all over the country on Saturday on the call of Quaid-i-Millat-i-Jafariya Agha Syed Hamid Ali Shah Moosavi.

Story of Imam Ali b. Abi Talib, peace be on him, shrine

Those who have visited Najaf will remember vividly that to the north and east of the town there are acres of graves and myriads of domes of various colours and at various stages of disrepair. Whoever goes to Najaf will follow a road that approaches the town by a winding course through this vast cemetery.

Saudi educator fired for supporting Shias

AL-QATIF, Saudi Arabia: A report says that Saudi officials have fired a female teacher, Imtithal Abu al-Saud, after she sought to support Shia teachers at her school in the Kingdom.

India Shia cleric says Muslims don’t need quota

LUCKNOW: A Shia cleric and vice-president of All India Muslim Personal Law Board Maulana Kalbe Sadiq created a flutter when he announced at a public forum that Muslims did not need reservation.

Iranian intelligence seals office of late ayatollah Montazeri

PARIS, France: Late Iranian ayatollah Hossein-Ali Montazeri’s office in the city of Qom was closed down and sealed off Monday by intelligence services, opposition websites reported.

African Shia leader speaks on virtues of Rajab, Sha'aban, Ramadan

ZARIA CITY, Nigeria: The Leader of the Shia Islamic Movement in Nigeria Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky spoke on the virtues of the holy Months of Rajab, Sha'aban and Ramadan.

Entire village in France converts to Mazhab-i-Haqqa

HOLY CITY OF KARBALA, Iraq: Accompanied by an Islamic delegation from France, the Islamic thinker and scholar Dr. Muhammad Tijani Samawi paid a Visit to the holy Shrine of Imam Hussain peace be upon him, Ahlul Bayt News Agency (ABNA) reported.

Fatimi celebrations held in Saudi eastern region

AL-QATIF, Saudi Arabia: Grand festivals and celebratory programs were organized in the oil-rich Mominin-dominated eastern region of Saudi Arabia marking the auspicious and happy occasion of birth anniversary of Sayedatu Nissa-el aalameen Sayedah Fatimah az-Zahraa Al-Batol (AS) on Jamadi Ath-Thaniyah.

Mulla Sadra richly honored

PARIS, France: A large number of prominent Iranian and foreign scholars convened in a conference on Saturday to commemorate Iran's highly revered Shia philosopher and theologian Mulla Sadra, discuss his notions and ideas and study his works.

Fatimi mourning observed in Isfahan

ISFAHAN, Iran: Martyrdom anniversary of Hazret- Fatimeh Zahra, Khaton-i-Janat (SA) was observed in different Iranian cities including Isfahan on Jamady os-Sany 3.

MSO protest demonstration against desecration of Imam Hussain (A.S.)

RAWALPINDI, May 23: Mukhtar Students Organisation, Rawalpindi City organized a strong protest demonstration against desecration of Nawasa-e-Rasool Imam Hussain (A.S.) committed by Gujranwala Board of Intermediate in its examination paper and demanded from the government to give exemplary punishment to the culprits rather shunt out the responsible persons of the relevant Board so that no one may have the courage to commit such desecration in future again.

Great Shiite personality Ayatollah Al-Uzma Syed Muhammad Mufti Osh-Shia expires

HOLY CITY OF QOM, Iran: Ayatollah Al-Uzma Syed Muhammad Mufti Osh-Shia Moosavi Ardbaili who is the Marajaa Aali Qadar of the world of knowledge and Ijtehad and the teacher of Quaid-i-Millat Jafariya Agha Syed Hamid Ali Shah Moosavi passed away on Wednesday in holy City of Qum in Iran. He was 95. The late Ayatollah was considered amongst the Mashaheer teachers and he authored dozens of religious books and translated hundreds of books.

Memoir of Ayatullah Mufti Ash-Shia Al-Mousavi - JNN Archive

Muhammad-bin-Muhammad Taqi bin Murtaza bin Naqad Ali bin Mir Ali Raza bin Hussain Al-Mousavi. He was born on 10th of Rajab-ul-Murajab 1347 A.H. in Ardbail (known as Dar-ul-Irshad) - a city of Iran. Ayatullah al Uzma As-Syed Muhammad Taqi Mufti Ash-Shia Ardbaili was his father who died in 1361 A.H. He was considered one of much followed theologians. He was also leader of his city. His Risala-i-Amalia (journal) was published on 18th of Zilhajj 1336 A.H under the title of “Shajara-tut-Taqwa”. The second journal “Zakhirat-ul-Uqba” was published in 1344 A.H.

Mourning for Zahra (pbhu)

......The people, on seeing this sad scene began to cry. By what Fâtemeh had demanded from Ali, he announced to his friend Abuzar:" Tell these people that the funeral has been postponed…"

Hazrat Fatimah"s sermon - after Fadak was snatched

Praise be to Allah for that which He bestowed (upon us); And thanks be to Him for all that which He inspired; and commended in His Name for that which He Provided: Form prevalent favors which He created, And abundant benefactions which He offered and perfect grants which He presented; (such benefactions) that their number is much too plentiful to compute; Bounties too vast to measure; Their limit was too distant to realize; He recommended to them (His creatures) to gain more (of His benefaction) by being grateful for their continuity; He ordained Himself praiseworthy by giving generously to His creatures; I bear witness that there is no God but Allah Who is One without partner, a statement which sincere devotion is made to be its interpretation; hearts guarantee its con­tinuation, and illuminated in the minds is its sensibility. He who can not be perceived with vision; neither be described with tongues; nor can imagination surround His state.

Papers: Algeria fears of spreading Shiism

PARIS, France: A number of Arab dailies reported that Algeria fears spread of Shiism quoting a newspaper Al-Charooq Al-Jazaeriyah which wrote an item titled ‘Algerian fear because of spread of Shi’ism …. After 50 Algerian students converted to Shiite in Iran’.

Marasem marking ‘Fatemeyah Days’ held in Iran

HOLY CITY OF QOM, Iran: Marasem-i-Ayaam-i-Fatemeyah marking the martyrdom anniversary of Hazret Siddiqe Tahire Fatimeh Zahra (AS) were continued across Iran.

Exclusive masterwork gets honor to bedeck Imam Hussein Zareeh

HOLY KARBALA, Iraq: Authorities of the holy Husseini shrine in Karbala have replaced the ancient artifact at the top of the door of the Zareeh (tomb) of Al-Imam Abi Abdellah Al-Hussein (AS) with a very unique and rare piece of art which the specialists considered extremely important to decorate the holy grave.

New movement of Husseini Speakers created in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The creation of a nation-wide organization namely Tehreek Tahaffuz-i-Wila-o-Aza and Azmat-e-Sadaat (Movement for Protection of Wila, Aza and Dignity of Progeny of Holy prophet) has been announced in All Pakistan Azadari Convention organized by Bazm-i-Waezeen-o-Zakireen. A communiqué was also issued in this connection on the conclusion of the representative gathering of waezeen and zakireen who had come to Shah Allah-Ditta Islamabad from across the country.

Maseeraat, majalis in Karbala marking ‘Fatimi Mourning Season’

HOLY CITY OF KARBALA, Iraq: Anniversary of martyrdom of Bedh’atur Rasul (s) Fatimah Az-Zahra (AS) was observed across the country on Wednesday April 28, Jamadi Al-Awal 13.

Hezbollah’s Nasrallah refuses to confirm Scud loudening

BEIRUT, LEBANON: Hasan Nasrallah, the chief of Lebanese Hezbollah movement said on Saturday it had a "legal" right to own any weapon it wishes, but would not confirm or deny Israeli allegations it was stockpiling Scud missiles.

‘Ayyam Al-Fatimiyah’ observance in Saudi eastern province

AL-QATIF, Saudi Arabia: Sayedah Fatimah Az-Zahra Al-Batol (a.s.), Mistress of the Women of the World and the beloved daughter of the Chief of Prophets Prophet Muhammad (s.w.) about whom he had said: ‘Fatimah is part of me, he who hurts her hurts me’, was martyred on Jamadi Al-Oulaa 13 according to some traditions while some others say it was Jamadi Ath-Thaniya 3 when she kissed martyrdom.

Saudi IM rejects to reopen closed Shia mosques

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia: Saudi minister for interior affairs Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz refused to re-open the closed Shia mosques in the oil-rich Mominin-dominated Eastern Province for undisclosed security reasons, according to Rasid News.

Azeri SC defers Fatima Zahra mosque closure, protests continue

BAKU, Azerbaijan: Supreme Court of Azerbaijan has delayed a ruling on whether the closure of a mosque in Baku should proceed, as a demonstration participated by hundreds was held outside the court.

‘Following of fuqaha, maraje must as per saying of Imam Askari(P)’… Hafta-e-Ehteram-e-Marjaiyat ends

RAWALPINDI, Pakistan: The Quaid-i-Millat-i-Jafariya Agha Syed Hamid Ali Shah Moosavi has said that if all schools of thought desire to protect their honour and dignity then they should ensure the dignity and honour of Fuqaha, Mara’aje Azzam and Ulema Karaam.

Imam Ali International Airport reopens after 9/11-like threat

HOLY NAJAF, Iraq: Najaf’s Imam Ali International Airport used by thousands of pilgrims reopened on Thursday April 22 after Al-Qaeda threats led to its closure two weeks ago, a local official told AFP.

Qom clergy (Maraje) urged to probe, slam "torture" in jail

PARIS, France: An Iranian political prisoners group has called on country’s Shiite leaders (Ayaat and Maraje) to investigate and condemn the "physical and psychological torture" the detainee have endured during their detention.

Al-Qaeda 9/11-style plot to prick into Iraq holy shrines thwarted: US officials

BAGHDAD, Iraq: Iraqi and US security officials say Iraqi forces have foiled an al-Qaida in Iraq plot for a 9/11-style attack to hijack airlines and fly them into the holy shrines housed in Iraq.

Rift reported between Qom religious authorities, Iran govt

HOLY QOM, Iran: Radio Farda reported while quoting an Iranian cleric close to the religious establishment in the holy city of Qom that several of the city's top clerics refused to meet Iran President Mahmud Ahmadinejad during a recent visit, according to Payvand Iran News.

Pictures reveal devastation by Yemeni, Saudi bombardments in Sa'dah

PARIS, France: Hundreds of images obtained by Amnesty International have revealed the true scale of the devastation caused by Yemeni and Saudi Arabian aerial bombardments of the northern Yemeni region of Sa'dah

Najaf clerics mirror fears Tehran's influence in post-US Iraq would grow

HOLY CITY OF NAJAF, Iraq: Associated Press reported that behind the scenes in this holy city, Shiite clerics are quietly intriguing over who will succeed the sect's most revered and politically influential leader, Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, in a tussle that circles around money and foreign meddling as much as knowledge and piety.

Hazret Fatimeh Al-Masumeh (A) mourned in Qom

HOLY CITY OF QOM, Iran: The death anniversary of Hazret Fatimeh Al-Masumeh (AS), daughter of Hazret Imam Musa Al-Kazem (AS) and sister of hazret Imam Ali Reza (AS), was observed on Friday March 26 across Iran.

Libya must disclose info on missing Ayatollah, Rights watchdog urges

BEIRUT, Lebanon: A human rights watchdog group said on Friday that Libya should disclose information on the whereabouts of a renowned Lebanese cleric Ayatollah Mussa As-Sadr and other missing individuals.

British school criticized for giving priority to Sunni pupils over Shias

LEICESTER, Britain: A Muslim school in Britain, which says it is the first purpose-built Islamic faith secondary school in the country, has come under fire for giving priority to Sunni pupils over Shia ones. Shia and Sunni are the two main recognized schools of thought (sects) in Islam.

Demolish Masjid Al-Haram, demands Saudi Sheikh

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia: A Salfi Saudi cleric on Wednesday March 17 has called for demolishing the Grand Mosque (Masjid Al-Haram) in the holy city of Makkah and replacing it with a new one featuring "20 to 30" floors in pretext of preventing men and women from mingling during pilgrimages (sha’a’er ot-Tawaf was Sa`ee) which has been in Muslim practice since centuries, says a report in daily Akhbar Al Khaleej.

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Celebrations on Birth Anniversary of Holy prophet (PBUH) and Imam Jafar Sadiq(as) in Kargil

KARGIL, Jammu & Kashmir: Eid-E-Milad-Un-Nabi, Birth Anniversary of Holy prophet (PBUH) and his grandson Imam Jafar Sadiq(as) was celebrated in Kargil (Ladakh) with full zeal and zest. A large gathering was held at Madrasa Islamia School Kargil organized by Youth Wing Islamia School. Thousand of people from various villages came to Kargil at Islamia School to celebrate Eid.

Ayat Shirazi denies what websites float about Eid Az-Zahraa

TEHRAN, Iran: Office of Qom’s Ayatollah Sheikh Nasser Makarem Shirazi denied what is being circulated on internet regarding his views against Eid Az-Zahraa in response to a question posed to it.

US concerns Israel gives no recognition for churches, mosques

WASHINGTON, United States: The US State Department says Israel is recognizing Jewish sites only as religious sites but Christian and Muslim churches and mosques are not recognized by the Jewish state, and thus have no protection from future redevelopment by property developers.

Saudis celebrate Mauled An-Nabawi and his grandson

TAROUT, Saudi Arabia: Al-Mauled An-Nabawi or the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (s) and his grandson and sixth infallible imam from his holy progeny Al-Imam Muhammad Jafer As-Sadeq (as) was observed in the oil-rich Mominin-dominated eastern region of Saudi Arabia on Rabi Al-Oulaa 17.

Farewell Hussaini processions in Delhi

NEW DELHI, India: Al Wedayi (farewell) Hussaini majalis were continued in all Indian cities and towns on Monday February 22 Rabiul Awal 7 with due religious spirit and reverence. 2-month, eight-day-long Hussaini mourning period ends on Rabiul Awal 9.

North America’s largest Husseini procession held

NEW YORK, The United States: Annual Chelum juloos – the largest mourning procession in North America - was held in Flushing, New York to commemorate the great sacrifice of Imam Hussain (AS) rendered some 1,400 years ago.

‘Imam Hussein (A) a symbol of justice’ … Arbaeen in Nigeria

On Thursday the 20th of Safar 1431, the Islamic Movement in Nigeria under the leadership of Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky commemorated the yawm al arbaeen (40 days) of Imam Husein (A.S) massacre in Karbala.

Saudis torturing Yemeni civilians, shows video

PARIS, France: An amateur video allegedly shows Saudi military personnel torturing Yemeni civilians over throwing their lot with Houthi fighters, according to a report on February 6.

Who will manage the two million Shiite Muslims of Russia?

Russia’s three largest Muslim Spiritual Directorates (MSD) are now actively discussing the possible formation of a single Muslim hierarchy, but neither they nor the Russian powers that be appear to be paying much attention to one group of Muslims there – the more than 2.1 million followers of Shiia Islam.

Assalamo Ala’l Hussein … Over 14 million gather in Karbala for Arbaeen

HOLY CITY OF KARBALA, Iraq: An estimated more than 14 million Husseini mourners commemorated Arbaeen Al-Imam Al-Hussein (AS) in the holy city of Karbala - home to Husseini and Abbasi shrines - on Safar 20, Feb 5 Friday paying rich homage to the supreme and matchless sacrifice rendered by the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (S) along with his 72 faithful near and dear ones for religion and Shariah in the burning desert of Karbala some 1,400 years ago.

Karachi blasts hit Hussainis, higher Shia leader warns won’t allow murdering Azadari

KARACHI, Pakistan: A huge bomb blast tore apart a bus carrying Azaran-e-Hussaini to Chehlum (Arbaeen) procession in the southern port city of Karachi on Friday afternoon, and barely two hours later another lethal explosion struck a hospital where many of the wounded had been taken, police and hospital officials said.

Arbaeen of Imam Hussein marked in Netherlands

HAGUE, Holland: Arbaeen of Imam Hussein was also observed in the Netherlands like other parts of globe on Friday February 5. A mourning ceremony was arranged by al-Kawthar cultural organization in Hague. Large number of Shiites from Hague and other Dutch cities participated in mourning.

Al-Marje Al-Hakim participates in Arbaeen pilgrims caravans

HOLY CITY OF KARBALA, Iraq: One of Holy Najaf’s four Maraje, Ayatollah Sayed Muhammad Said Al-Hakim, on Monday February 1 went into the flood of Husseini mourning pilgrims that were coming to Karbala for Arbaeen.

Karbala to get half of religious tourism revenues

HOLY CITY OF KARBALA, Iraq: Iraq’s Parliament has agreed to give 50 percent of the revenues coming from religious tourism in Karbala to the holy province that houses the holy shrines of Al-Imam Aba Abdellah Al-Hussein and his brother Abo’l Fadhl Al-Abbas (peace be on them).

One million observe Imam Sajjad (AS) martyrdom at Zayd b. Ali shrine in Hilla

HILLAH, Iraq: An estimated more than one million mourners gathered at the holy shrine of Zayd bin Ali bin Al-Hussein (AS) near Al-Kifl south of Babil, Iraq, to observe the anniversary of martyrdom of Al-Imam Ali bin Al-Hussein As-Sajjad (AS).

Bahrain … opposition protests naturalization law anew

ARAD, Bahrain: A new petition drive calling for an end to the alleged politically-motivated naturalization of Sunni Arabs and Asians on the island was launched by Bahraini opposition groups on Wednesday January 13.

Ayatollah Saanei succeeds Montazeri as Spiritual Guide

HOLY CITY OF QOM, Iran: Ayatollah Yousuf Saanei has stepped into the vacuum left by the December 19 death of the leading reformist ayatollah in Iran Ayatollah Hossein Ali Montazeri.

Sha’a’er-i-Husseiniah observation in Auckland

AUCKLAND, New Zealand: Devotees of Ahlil Beit (AS) belonging to different nationalities who reside in New Zealand observed Sha’a’er-i-Husseiniah with due reverence on Ashoura – Moharram 10. Sayedah Fatimah Az-Zahra Charitable Association arranged Husseini rituals in Auckland.

Hindus join three-century-long Azadari in India

ORISSA, India: Hundreds of Hindus demonstrating communal harmony joined Ashura Muharram processions on Monday December 28 in Orissa as part of their years-long tradition. The Hindus joined the processions at several places to mourn the martyrdom of Hazret Imam Hussain (AS), grandson of Prophet Hazret Mohammed (S).

Solidarity with Hazrat Zainab: 'Chehel Minbar' special tradition marked

PARIS, France: In Iran's western province of Lorestan, thousands of women have commemorated the martyrdom anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (s)'s grandson, Imam Hussein (a.s.) by means of a special tradition referred to as 'Chehel Minbari'.

Value and rewards of Ziyarate Aashoora

What else could be a greater merit for Ziyarate Aashoora than to be the 'Word of Allah' (Hadithe Qudsi)? No other Ziyarat bears this eminence and superiority. The difference between the Holy Quran and Ziyarate Aashoora is the same as the difference between the Holy Quran and Hadithe Qudsi. If the words from Allah claim to be a miracle from the aspect of meaning and concept, then they are the verses of the Holy Quran. But if there is no claim of miracle from the aspect of meaning and concept, then these divine words are called as 'Hadithe Qudsi'. And if the concept is from Allah, but the words are those of the Holy Prophet (s.a.w.a.), then it is called as 'Hadith'. However there is no doubt that this Ziyarat is Hadithe Qudsi.

Qom’s leading cleric: Shedding blood in Azadari “lawful”

HOLY CITY OF QOM, Iran: The leading scholar in the holy city of Qum, Ayatullah Sheikh Vahid Khorasani who is among the most senior clerics, addresses statements made by an individual telling people to not cry loudly during mourning sessions for Ahlulbayt, according to a video.

Spanish scholar laments inapt translations of Islamic books

ROME, Italy: The translator of holy Quran into Spanish Jafar Gonzales said that Spanish Islamic texts do not find ways into the libraries of Spain because of their improper translation.

Jews claims about Prophet Dhol-Kifl shrine off beam, Iraq official

BAGHDAD, Iraq: Secretary-general for Shiite shrines in Iraq Dr. Salman Al-Mousawi has said that grave of Prophet Dhol-Kifl and An-Nakhilah mosque are recently under control of Shiite shrines association and Jews claims that these have been given to them are wrong.

Tabriz listed as first Shia capital on NHL

TEHRAN, Iran: In a ceremony on Thursday Tabriz was registered as the first Shia capital of the Islamic world on the Iran’s National Heritage List.

France promises help in Mussa Sadr case

BEIRUT, Lebanon: The French foreign minister vowed to follow up on the case of Ayatollah Moussa as-Sadr, who has been missing for over three decades.

US Iran-linked mosques seizure slammed

PARIS, France: American government move to seize four mosques and a New York City skyscraper owned by a Muslim nonprofit organization suspected of Iranian links has been condemned by Tehran on Sunday.

Saudi authorities continue closing Shia mosques

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia: After Saudi authorities sealed shut two more mosques in the Kingdom's oil-rich Mominin-dominated Eastern region, the number of Shia mosques closed in the country has reached nine.

Hezbollah commended by Shiite leaders

BEIRUT, Lebanon: Lebanese Shiite religious figures hit back to Maronite Patriarch Nasrallah Sfeir’s allegations that Hezbollah led by Sheikh Hasan Nasrallah was serving Iran’s interests over Lebanon’s, saying their weapons helped liberate the south from Israeli occupation, The Daily Star reported.

Huge protests marking Baqi Demolition Day on TNFJ call; large media ignores on Saudi pressure

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Massive protests were held across Pakistan like other countries on the ‘Universal Baqee Demolition Day’ on Monday on the call of Quaid-i-Millat-i-Jafariya Agha Syed Hamid Ali Shah Moosavi against destruction of holy shrines of Khatoon-e-Jannat Hazrat Syeda Fatima Zahra (S.A.), Ummahatul Momineen and Sahaba Kubaar in Jannatul Baqee and Jannatul Moalla at the hands of Saudi rulers on 8th Shawal, 1924. But the country's large media groups i.e. Jang, Geo and Dawn totally ignored these protests on Saudi pressure.

Protests erupt in Azerbaijan after Fatemeh Zahra Mosque demolition verdict

BAKU, Azerbaijan: Azeri Muslims strongly protested against a court verdict on destruction of several mosques in Azerbaijan by holding demonstrations in the capital and other cities.

Jordan puts six Shias on trial for "promoting Shi'ism"

AMMAN, Jordan: Jordan has held the first trial of six Shia Muslims before a military court for promoting their ideology in this Sunni majority country.

Fear of Shiism spread …. Moroccan Shiites face arrests

RABAT, Morocco: Authentic sources and news reported that more than 3,000 Shiites in Morocco have been facing detention and torture in the Moroccan government's jails.

Egypt bans Sayedah Zainab b-day celebrations

CAIRO, Egypt: Egyptian government's decision to ban celebration of birth anniversary of Sayedah Zainab (AS), grand daughter of Prophet Muhammad (SW), at her shrine in Cairo has sent a wave of anger among Shiite Muslims.

Shiite leaders condemn Afghan govt on books dumping

KABUL, Afghanistan: The Afghan government was facing severe condemnation Wednesday from Shiite leaders after it quietly dumped more than 1,000 Shiite texts and other books into a river.

All Pakistan Husseini speakers, clerics fully support Moosavi on stand against 'Talbanization'

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: All Pakistan Waizeen and Zakireen (Hussaini speakers) Society and Movement of Tahaffuz-e-Wila-o-Aza and Azmat-e-Sadaat have strongly supported the Quaid-i-Millat-i-Jafariya Agha Syed Hamid Ali Shah Moosavi’s point of view on the Taliban supported controversial Justice System Regulation, rejected it and resolved not to accept any Shariat in the presence of Shariat-e-Muhammadi.

Imam said don’t address majalis to that man … Anti-Sha’a’er Al-Husseiniah efforts slammed

HOLY CITY OF NAJAF, Iraq: In response to evil statement by Hussein Ash-Shami, cultural advisor to Iraqi Prime Minister, regarding Ash-Sha’a’er Al-Husseiniah (weeping, wearing black mourning dress, beating head and chest, giving meal in tabarrok, holding majalis and processions, shedding tears, slit open head to let blood to come out to signify grief on the unjust killing of Al-Imam Al-Hussein (AS)), Al-Hauzah Al-Ilmiyah in Najaf Al-Ashraf, Ayaat, maraje and leaders have strongly condemned him while highlighting importance and significance of the Sha’a’er.

Prophet Ezra's tomb in Iraq is now a Muslim shrine

LOS ANGELES, United States: A quarter of all Biblical prophets are buried in Iraq. This fascinating photo-feature in the Los Angeles Times blog (17 August) on the tomb of prophet Ezra (Uzair (peace be on him)) the Scribe in Amarah reveals that since the mass departure of the Jews, the site is now revered by Muslims.

Lebanon: Sistani deputy refuses to meet Fadlallah due to stance on Fatimah Az-Zahraa (A)

BEIRUT, Lebanon: A large number of Ulema and Maraje take opposite position with Lebanon’s Muhammad Hussein Fadlallah owing to his contradictory stance on An-Nasoos Al-Waridah (Quran, hadith) about Ahlul Beit (AS) and his evil viewpoint on sufferings and tragedies happened to the Mistress of Women of World Fatimah Az-Zahraa (AS) …

“Lebanese Shias don't want Iran-style regime”

BEIRUT, Lebanon: Lebanon’s Higher Shiite Council’s vice-president Sheikh Abdel- Amir Qabalan said Lebanese Shiites were not in favor of Iran-style "rule of the jurisprudent."

Fadak … They usurped it and Allah made its fruit stone

WASHINGTON, The United States: Fadak, Prophet Muhammad (S)’s legacy for his beloved daughter Fatima Zahra (A), was snatched from her forcibly by usurpers and their followers. Even today it is in their control but Allah The Almighty has made its fruit (dates) stone manifesting His justice. It is irrefutable evidence on the merit of daughter of Prophet Muhammad Mustafa (A) in the sight of Allah on one hand and on her oppressed-ness (mazlumiyah) on the other.

‘Zionist regime turned thousands of mosques into night clubs’

HELD JERUSALEM: A study revealed that the Zionist regime has demolished thousands of mosques and Islamic shrines while turned some of them into churches, pubs and evil clubs.

US and Iran find common ground in Iraq conflict

International Herald Tribune in a news analysis in its April 21, 2008, online edition said United States and Iran find common ground in Iraq's recent conflict. The analysis is as under:

Prophet Solomon Tablet, carved with Ahlul Bayt names, found in 1916

LONDON, United Kingdom: During first world war in 1916, a unit of English army found a tablet made of silver in a small village called Ontara that is situated at a distance of few kilometers from Jerusalem city.

Crack on moon confirms Prophet Muhammad (S) had split it

NEW YORK, United States: Recent scientific research has confirmed the miracle of Prophet Muhammad Al-Mostafa (peace be upon him and his holy progeny) regarding “moon splitting”.

On the world papers, our eternity is inscribed forever

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful
No doubt, in the creation of the heavens and the earth, and in the alteration of night and day, and in the ships that run upon oceans carrying what is beneficial to man (trade goods), and in the water which Allah showered down from the sky and with which He revived the earth after its death, and dispersed over it all kinds of animals, and in the movements of the winds and in the clouds which are obedient between heaven and earth (with Allah’s command), (in all these) there are (great) signs (of divine omnipotence) for people who have sense. [Chapter The Cow, verse 164]

Kuwait: Shia leaders stick to Grand Maraje fatawa in favor of ‘Tatbir’

KUWAIT CITY: Shia leaders in Kuwait stressed they are still stick to fatawa (verdicts) of Grand Ayaat (Maraje Ozzam) in favor of Tatbir (slit open head with sword letting blood to come out in grief of Imam Hussein) and other forms of Husseini mourning.

Shia rituals including Ta'ziyeh discussed by US historian

BERLIN, Germany: A two-day symposium on the trans-regional transfer of popular Shia beliefs and rituals, began in Berlin on Wednesday evening November 28, concluded on Thursday.

Israel leveled mosques plus Imam Hussein head burial site

TEL AVIV: An Israeli daily wrote in its Friday editions that Israel destroyed more than 100 mosques in Palestinian villages incorporated into the state, including the site where the head of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him), the grandson of holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his holy progeny) was supposedly buried.

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Shame of the House of Saud: Gasoline on Prophet’s Mother (s) grave, toilets built on Sayyedah Khadijah (s) house

LONDON, Britain: British daily Independent published a report by Daniel Howden in which it revealed extent of destruction caused to Islam's diverse heritage in the holy cities of Makkah and Medinah …A car Park on the birth place of the Prophet (saw), Bulldozed and Gasoline poured on the grave of the mother of the Prophet (saw), Lavatories built on the house of Sayyedah Khadijah (sa).

Banam wa Bata'eedaat-e-Khudawand Bakhshanda'e meherban der zille Tawajjuhaat Hazrat Wali Asr Ajja Lallahu Ta'ala Farajahu ibtada me kunam.

These words, which consist of Allah's praise, are the opening of dua'a. The effect which occurs and spreads over the heart and mind for the abundance of His favour, blessings and graciousness before dua'a, demands that the songs of His praise be over flown in speech. Who on one side has opened the door of question by saying:

"Ask Allah for His mercy and grace".
and on the other side by saying:

"pray to me, I will accept"

has taken the responsibility of fulfilling the prayers. Therefore, we too start our website with it.

(Joan Syed Chief Editor)