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Business Recorder
14 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
CM greets nation on new Islamic year
LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif said, 'I pray that may the new Islamic year brings a message of peace and security to the Muslim Ummah. The new Islamic year is a messenger of unity and solidarity for the Muslim Ummah. May Allah Almighty makes the new Islamic year 1447 (AH) a year of peace and progress for Pakistan.' In her message on the beginning of Muharram-ul-Haram and the Islamic year, the CM said, 'I pray that may the new Hijri year brings peace, tranquility, prosperity and happiness across the globe. May the new Hijri year becomes a source of blessing for Pakistan, the Pakistani nation and the entire Islamic world.' She highlighted, 'Muharram-ul-Haram also reminds us of the great martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), the grandson of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The message of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) encourages the oppressed of every era and challenges the oppressor.' She urged, 'There should be no differences and divisions in Muharram-ul-Haram and we should adopt tolerance. The Punjab government has made extraordinary arrangements to ensure an atmosphere of peace and security in Muharram-ul-Haram.' She outlined, 'Those who spread hatred and sectarianism on social media will be dealt with an iron hand. The Punjab government has imposed a complete ban on drone coverage in gatherings and processions during Muharram-ul-Haram, stern action will be taken against any violation. We are aware of every nefarious designs and negative tactics of our enemy and we as a nation stand united on every front.' Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
NDTV
2 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
When is Muharram 2025: Know Date, History, Significance And Rituals
Muharram 2025: Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar, also known as the Hijri calendar, and holds significant importance in Islam. Muharram is considered the second-holiest month in the Islamic calendar after Ramadan. It is one of the four sacred months in Islam, during which fighting and violence are generally prohibited. Muharram 2025 date: In India, the crescent Moon was sighted on June 26, and the first day of Muharram-Ul-Haram will begin on June 27 (Friday), as declared by the Masjid-e-Nakhoda Markazi Rooyat-e-Hilal Committee. Ashura, the 10th of Muharram, will be observed on Sunday, July 6. Muharram History and Significance: For Shia Muslims, Muharram is a period of mourning to commemorate the death of Hazrat Imam Hussain, a grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala. Shia Muslims often participate in processions, recite poetry and engage in acts of self-mortification to express their grief and devotion, some even in self-flagellation to recreate the suffering experienced by Imam Hussain. Meanwhile, Sunni Muslims observe the day by fasting and offering prayers. Muharram is an opportunity for Muslims to reflect on their actions, seek forgiveness and renew their commitment to their faith. The month also brings Muslims together, fostering a sense of community and unity as they observe various rituals and traditions. What did J&K CM Omar Abdullah say? Last week, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level review meeting to assess and finalise preparations for Muharram. He said, "We will leave no stone unturned in our efforts, and there should be no shortcomings from our side."
AFP
12-03-2025
- General
- AFP
Post falsely claims video shows roof collapse during bread handout in Nigeria
'People climbed on the roof of the bakery just to beg for bread and they ended up destroying the building,' reads part of an X post published on February 25, 2025. Image Screenshot showing the false post, taken March 7, 2025 Shared more than 900 times, the post includes a 17-second video clip showing more than a dozen people falling from a building's roof as it collapses above a large crowd thronging the street below. The caption suggests the clip was filmed outside a bakery in Nigeria's Ogun state during a free bread handout. Millions of Nigerians are struggling with deepening poverty, forcing many to rely on food aid and charity to survive. In December 2024, dozens died after stampedes marred food and charity distributions across the country (archived here). However, the video of the collapsing roof is unrelated to Nigeria. Muharram accident By listening closely to the sound in the video, AFP Fact Check detected people in the crowd yelling 'Oh teri!' multiple times. The phrase, according to our correspondents in India, is an informal Hindi slang expression that conveys shock, surprise, or disbelief (archived here). Using Google Lens to conduct reverse image searches on keyframes in the video, AFP Fact Check found a clip showing the same scene — but shot from a different angle (archived here). It was published on an Instagram page called 'bellarymerijaan' on July 18, 2024. Bellary (or Ballari) is a city in the Indian state of Karnataka. According to the Instagram video's caption, it shows an incident that 'occurred during the farewell of Server Hussain in Bellary', adding that 'many injuries were reported'. 'Some people have broken their legs, and one person's head was damaged. Pray for their recovery.' Both videos feature the same collapsed blue roof and two red and blue umbrellas among the crowd. Image Comparison showing similarities between the 2024 video published on Instagram (left) and the clip in the claim AFP Fact Check contacted the Instagram account's owner. They confirmed that the video was shot on July 18, 2024 — the same day it was posted — during a procession for Muharram. Muharram is considered the second-holiest month in Islam after Ramadan. It includes a 10-day mourning period for the murder of Hazrat Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (archived here). In 2024, Muharram started on July 7 and ended on July 17. The same video was also published on YouTube with the title 'Bellary Muharram incident 2024//Sarvar huseni' (archived here). Local broadcaster NewsFirstKannada reported on the accident on July 18, 2024, explaining that the roof of the building collapsed because too many people climbed onto it (archived here). 'During the Muharram procession, a roof collapsed as people were standing on it, causing several individuals to fall. Fortunately, a major disaster was averted,' the journalist said in Kannada, Karnataka's main language. He added that the incident 'occurred on the bypass road on the outskirts of Ballari. Hundreds of people had climbed onto the roof, and the excessive weight proved too much for the structure to bear, leading to its collapse. One person sustained serious injuries in the incident'.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Yahoo
Post falsely claims video shows roof collapse during bread handout in Nigeria
'People climbed on the roof of the bakery just to beg for bread and they ended up destroying the building,' reads part of an X post published on February 25, 2025. Shared more than 900 times, the post includes a 17-second video clip showing more than a dozen people falling from a building's roof as it collapses above a large crowd thronging the street below. The caption suggests the clip was filmed outside a bakery in Nigeria's Ogun state during a free bread handout. Millions of Nigerians are struggling with deepening poverty, forcing many to rely on food aid and charity to survive. In December 2024, dozens died after stampedes marred food and charity distributions across the country (archived here). However, the video of the collapsing roof is unrelated to Nigeria. By listening closely to the sound in the video, AFP Fact Check detected people in the crowd yelling 'Oh teri!' multiple times. The phrase, according to our correspondents in India, is an informal Hindi slang expression that conveys shock, surprise, or disbelief (archived here). Using Google Lens to conduct reverse image searches on keyframes in the video, AFP Fact Check found a clip showing the same scene — but shot from a different angle (archived here). It was published on an Instagram page called 'bellarymerijaan' on July 18, 2024. Bellary (or Ballari) is a city in the Indian state of Karnataka. According to the Instagram video's caption, it shows an incident that 'occurred during the farewell of Server Hussain in Bellary', adding that 'many injuries were reported'. 'Some people have broken their legs, and one person's head was damaged. Pray for their recovery.' Both videos feature the same collapsed blue roof and two red and blue umbrellas among the crowd. AFP Fact Check contacted the Instagram account's owner. They confirmed that the video was shot on July 18, 2024 — the same day it was posted — during a procession for Muharram. Muharram is considered the second-holiest month in Islam after Ramadan. It includes a 10-day mourning period for the murder of Hazrat Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (archived here). In 2024, Muharram started on July 7 and ended on July 17. The same video was also published on YouTube with the title 'Bellary Muharram incident 2024//Sarvar huseni' (archived here). Local broadcaster NewsFirstKannada reported on the accident on July 18, 2024, explaining that the roof of the building collapsed because too many people climbed onto it (archived here). 'During the Muharram procession, a roof collapsed as people were standing on it, causing several individuals to fall. Fortunately, a major disaster was averted,' the journalist said in Kannada, Karnataka's main language. He added that the incident 'occurred on the bypass road on the outskirts of Ballari. Hundreds of people had climbed onto the roof, and the excessive weight proved too much for the structure to bear, leading to its collapse. One person sustained serious injuries in the incident'.
