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Topic: Ramadan

India calls for ‘early’ end to Iran conflict during Ramadan, still silent on Khamenei’s killing

As US-Israel conflict with Iran continues for fourth day, India calls for dialogue and diplomacy to de-escalate the situation. Almost 10 million Indians live in West Asia.

Garden iftars are Delhi’s new Ramadan trend. Sunder Nursery is replacing Jama Masjid

A solemn religious ritual is slowly morphing into a joyous picnic in Delhi’s Sunder Nursey and Lodhi Gardens. Of course, it also makes for better Instagram Reels.

Kashmir’s Ramadan drummers wake neighbours up for pre-dawn meals, keeping traditions alive

In the age of alarm clocks and smartphones, these drummers are less of a necessity, but it adds essential element to festivities leading up to Eid festival.

Israel, Palestine officials pledge moves to curb violence ahead of Ramadan

In previous years, Ramadan has occasionally seen clashes between Israeli police & Palestinians, particularly around Jerusalem's al-Aqsa Mosque compound, Islam's third holiest site.

No prayer broadcast, loudspeakers–Saudi Arabia imposes restrictions on Ramadan celebrations

As Ramadan is expected to begin on 22 March, the Minister of Islamic Affairs released a document Friday banning monetary donations for meals, photography, and children in mosques.

Bike rally, stone-pelting & ‘hidden assault’ — tracking the spark that set Karauli on fire

Curfew and internet suspension continue to impede life in Rajasthan's Karauli two days after a communal clash left at least 35 wounded. The place has the eerie quiet of calm before the storm.

Amid lockdowns, restrictions & raging pandemic, the world’s Muslims prepare for Ramadan

From Germany's surprising EU recovery fund to faulty Chinese masks in Canada — ThePrint brings you 7 important global stories linked to Covid-19.

The lockdown Ramadan is truly special. It requires more discipline than usual

If social distancing is taken as will of God against Covid spread, then avoiding guests at iftar and community prayers would merit as a sense of sacrifice.

Avoid large gatherings, follow physical distancing — WHO issues guidelines for Ramadan

The WHO has advised governments to issue clear instructions on preventive measures given that Ramadan typically sees large gatherings.

Everyone has got it wrong in the Ramadan-Ramzan debate. And no, it’s not about Wahhabism

Explaining the shift from Ramzan to Ramadan in India as an influence of Saudi brand of Islam or Wahhabism is shockingly superficial.

On Camera

India’s close encounters with Pakistan on Siachen

Pakistan's SSG team was not adequately provisioned for the inclement weather. If it managed to consolidate its position, the story of Siachen would have been different. 

Recovery of energy flows will be ‘gradual rather than immediate’ as Hormuz re-opens post ceasefire

The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz eases supply fears, but controlled shipping, slow output recovery, and high costs may delay oil flow normalisation for months.

Why Siliguri Corridor is strategically important for India & how it is being secured | Cut The Clutter

This special edition of Cut The Clutter, straight from the Siliguri corridor, details the strategic importance of the narrow strip of land in West Bengal, and how it’s a vital link connecting the Northeast to the rest of India.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.