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Large Number of Mourners Participate in Tuwairaj Procession in Karbala on Ashura

IQNA – The traditional Rakdha Tuwairaj mourning ceremony was held in the holy city of Karbala, Iraq, on Sunday.
Number of 2024 Umrah Pilgrims Up 100% Compared to 2022: Report
IQNA – There was a significant rise in the number of Umrah pilgrims visiting Saudi Arabia last year, compared to two years earlier.  
09:36 , 2025 Jul 08
Mass Mourning Ceremony Held on Eve of Ashura in Karbala (+Photos)
IQNA – Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in the Iraqi city of Karbala on the eve of Ashura to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (AS), in one of the largest religious observances of the Islamic calendar.
11:18 , 2025 Jul 06
AI, Cybersecurity Deployed to Safeguard Ashura Ceremonies in Karbala
IQNA – Authorities at the Imam Hussein (AS) Shrine in Karbala are leveraging artificial intelligence and cybersecurity tools as part of a comprehensive plan to ensure the safety of Ashura ceremonies.
09:24 , 2025 Jul 06
Karbala Holy Shrine Ready for Tuwairaj Mourning Procession
IQNA – The maintenance and machinery departments of the Atsan (custodianship) of Imam Hussein (AS) holy shrine announced the completion of preparations at all entrance gates of the sacred shrine to welcome the mourning processions participating in the Tuwairaj ritual.
14:54 , 2025 Jul 05
Advanced Cooling Systems Launched at Imam Hussein Shrine for Muharram Pilgrims
IQNA – The technical and engineering department of the Imam Hussein (AS) Holy Shrine has announced the implementation of a specialized air conditioning project aimed at providing a healthy and comfortable environment for pilgrims during the mourning days of Muharram.
09:15 , 2025 Jul 04
3,000 Shrines and 70,000 Servants Ready to Host Muharram Mourners Across Iran
IQNA – Over 3,000 shrines and 70,000 volunteers across Iran are prepared to host mourning ceremonies and cultural programs during the month of Muharram, an official said.
07:47 , 2025 Jun 29
Iran to Start Umrah Pilgrimage Operation after Muharram: Official  
IQNA – An Iranian official said sending Umrah pilgrims to Saudi Arabia will begin after the end of the lunar Hijri month of Muharram (late July).
20:12 , 2025 Jul 02
Last Group of Hajj 2025 Pilgrims Back in Iran
IQNA – With the arrival of the last group of Hajj pilgrims to Iran on Tuesday, the Hajj 1404 file was closed Tuesday, despite the ups and downs caused by the 12-day Israeli aggression on the country.
09:36 , 2025 Jul 02
Post-Hajj Umrah Visas Exceed 190,000: Saudi Ministry  
IQNA – More than 190,000 Umrah visas have been issued to pilgrims from outside Saudi Arabia since the beginning of the new Umrah season that began after the conclusion of Hajj.
20:11 , 2025 Jul 01
Iraq Announces Guidelines for Arbaeen Pilgrims’ Entry Visas
IQNA – The Iraqi Ministry of Interior has announced new guidelines for Arbaeen pilgrims visiting the Arab country.
12:15 , 2025 Jul 01
Urdu-Speaking Pilgrims Attend Mourning Rituals at Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad
IQNA – Pilgrims from Urdu-speaking communities held emotional mourning ceremonies at the Husseiniya of the Imam Reza (AS) holy shrine in Mashhad on the third night of Muharram.
16:26 , 2025 Jun 30
California Muslims Mourn Martyrdom of Imam Hussein
IQNA – Shia Muslims in San Jose, US state of California, commemorate Imam Hussein (AS) and his companions with mourning ceremonies in the month of Muharram.  
15:19 , 2025 Jun 30