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Muslims gather at Delhi`s Jama Masjid to offer Eid-ul-Fitr prayers

Muslims gather at Delhi`s Jama Masjid to offer Eid-ul-Fitr prayers

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Several devotees converged at the Jama Masjid in the national capital on Saturday morning to perform the special prayers of Eid-ul-Fitr. The atmosphere remained vibrant as families exchanged greetings, signalling the start of day-long festivities across the city. Following the sighting of the Shawwal crescent, the mosque premises and surrounding streets of Old Delhi were filled with worshippers, marking the conclusion of the holy month of Ramzan. A massive crowd of devotees and shoppers on Friday gathered at the Jama Masjid and its surrounding markets to make final purchases for Eid al-Fitr. Meanwhile, on Friday night, the Delhi Police strengthened the security measures in and around Jama Masjid in view of Eid al-Fitr. People also offered `Alvida Namaz` in Delhi`s Jama Masjid, ahead of Eid al-Fitr. The market around Jama Masjid is in full fervour as people shop for clothes and food items. Security was also heightened near the Uttam Nagar East metro station. The development comes after the Delhi High Court directed the Delhi Police to make adequate arrangements in the area in apprehension …

After Turkmen Gate, Delhi High Court Orders Probe Into Encroachment Near Jama Masjid | India News

After Turkmen Gate, Delhi High Court Orders Probe Into Encroachment Near Jama Masjid | India News

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Last Updated:January 07, 2026, 20:03 IST The order came on a plea filed by a resident of Old Delhi, alleging illegal parking and construction near the historic mosque. A view of the Jama Masjid in Old Delhi. (PTI file photo) The Delhi High Court on Wednesday ordered a detailed probe into encroachments in and around Jama Masjid, saying that “if any illegal construction is found, the law must take its course.” The order came on a plea filed by a resident of Old Delhi, alleging illegal parking and construction near the historic mosque. The plea also claimed that public land was being commercially exploited and that such encroachments were damaging the cultural heritage of Jama Masjid. The court asked the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) to conduct a comprehensive survey of the area and remove any unauthorised structures. The development comes in the wake of tensions near Turkman Gate, where an MCD demolition drive led to violence on Wednesday. The demolition was conducted near Faiz-e-Elahi Masjid and an adjoining graveyard after a High Court order …

Allahabad High Court upholds order to survey Sambhal Jama Masjid, rejects Muslim side’s petition

Allahabad High Court upholds order to survey Sambhal Jama Masjid, rejects Muslim side’s petition

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Sambhal Jama Masjid survey case: A single bench headed by Justice Rohit Ranjan Aggarwal rejected the arguments of the Muslim side and delivered the verdict. On May 13, the high court had reserved its judgment after concluding the hearing on the civil revision petition of the mosque committee. Sambhal: In a significant blow to the Muslim community, the Allahabad High Court on Monday rejected the civil revision petition of Muslim side. With this decision of the High Court, it is now clear that the trial of the survey will proceed in the District Court of Sambhal. A single bench headed by Justice Rohit Ranjan Aggarwal rejected the arguments of the Muslim side and delivered the verdict. On May 13, the high court had reserved its judgment after concluding the hearing on the civil revision petition of the mosque committee. Earlier, the Sambhal mosque management committee had filed a civil revision petition seeking a stay on the ongoing trial court proceedings in an original suit pending before the district court in Sambhal. Hindu side lawyer, Advocate Gopal …

Shahi Imam of Jama Masjid condemns Pahalgam attack: ‘Incident has shaken conscience of India’

Shahi Imam of Jama Masjid condemns Pahalgam attack: ‘Incident has shaken conscience of India’

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The Shahi Imam of Jama Masjid described the horrific terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22 as a shock to humanity and said in Islam, even inciting someone to commit murder is cursed and considered a grave sin. New Delhi: Shahi Imam of Jama Masjid, Syed Ahmed Bukhari, strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack on Friday and termed it as an attack against Islam and humanity. In a statement, he said that killing innocent people is a sin that invites the wrath of Allah. Shahi Imam further said, “It is written in the Holy Quran that killing one person is like killing the entire humanity, and saving one person is like saving the entire humanity.” Shahi Imam calls Pahalgam attack ‘shock to humanity’ The Shahi Imam of Jama Masjid described the horrific terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22 as a shock to humanity and said in Islam, even inciting someone to commit murder is cursed and considered a grave sin. “Today, the world is engulfed in violence, bloodshed, oppression, and tyranny. The horrifying …

UP Man arrested for placing animal meat inside Agra’s Jama Masjid | Latest News India

UP Man arrested for placing animal meat inside Agra’s Jama Masjid | Latest News India

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Apr 11, 2025 04:09 PM IST The police have questioned the accused to determine his intention behind the act. However, they have not revealed the details of the interrogation. A person was arrested on Friday for allegedly placing a piece of animal flesh at Jama Masjid in Agra, a police official said. Police said that 100 police personnel were pressed into action, and the meat was sent for testing in a laboratory.(Representative Image/iStockphoto) The accused has been identified as Nazruddin, a resident of Teela Nandram locality in the city. In a post on X in Hindi, Agra Police Commissionerate stated, “Today on 11.04.25, on the incident of finding a piece of (animal) flesh in the mosque under the jurisdiction of Mantola Police Station, the police teams formed took prompt action with the help of CCTV etc., and the accused has been arrested.” The police have questioned the accused to determine his intention behind the act. However, officials have not revealed the details of the interrogation. Giving details about the arrest, DCP (City) Sonam Kumar said …

Srinagar’s Jama Masjid closed for Friday prayers; NC MP says ‘denied space to speak on Waqf Bill’

Srinagar’s Jama Masjid closed for Friday prayers; NC MP says ‘denied space to speak on Waqf Bill’

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The authorities on Friday (April 4, 2025) closed down central Jama Masjid in Srinagar. File | Photo Credit: NISSAR AHMAD In the wake of passage of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, the authorities on Friday (April 4, 2025) closed down central Jama Masjid in Srinagar and disallowed congregational prayers. Meanwhile, National Conference Member of Parliament Aga Syed Ruhullah alleged he was not allowed to speak on the Bill in the Parliament. Also Read | Srinagar’s Jama Masjid shut, police book organisers of procession A spokesman of the Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid, a caretaker body of the central and historic mosque, said, “Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir, Umar Farooq, was for the second consecutive Friday faced restrictions on his peaceful religious and official responsibilities. The undemocratic and hostile approach of the authorities is causing deep anguish to the Muslims of Kashmir.” In a post on social media platform X, Mr. Farooq, expressed concern over passage of the Bill. “As things are fast regressing for Muslims in this country, latest being the highly marginalising Waqf Bill. It doesn’t seem far-fetched that permissions …

Sambhal’s Shahi Jama Masjid committee to bear whitewashing costs, SC refuses to interfere

Sambhal’s Shahi Jama Masjid committee to bear whitewashing costs, SC refuses to interfere

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Supreme Court refuses to interfere with an order of Allahabad High Court directing the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to carry out whitewashing work for the exterior of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal and that the mosque committee should reimburse expenses for such work. Supreme Court refuses to interfere with an order of Allahabad High Court directing the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to carry out whitewashing work for the exterior of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal and that the mosque committee should reimburse expenses for such work.   Source link

India TV Chairman Rajat Sharma and Ritu Dhawan attend Iftar hosted by Jama Masjid’s Shahi Imam

India TV Chairman Rajat Sharma and Ritu Dhawan attend Iftar hosted by Jama Masjid’s Shahi Imam

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India TV Chairman Rajat Sharma and wife Ritu Dhawan attended the grand Iftar hosted by Jama Masjid’s Shahi Imam on the last Friday of Ramadan. The event saw a massive turnout, including diplomats and dignitaries, celebrating India’s cultural harmony. India TV Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Rajat Sharma and Managing Director Ritu Dhawan attended an Iftar gathering hosted by Jama Masjid’s Shahi Imam on the last Friday of Ramadan. The grand event saw the participation of several dignitaries and prominent personalities. As thousands of devotees across the country gathered to offer Alvida Namaz, Delhi’s historic Jama Masjid became a focal point of religious and social unity. The Shahi Imam’s Iftar party was attended by leaders from various fields, underscoring the spirit of harmony and togetherness that marks the holy month of Ramadan. The event saw a massive turnout, with people coming together to break their fast. Several ambassadors and high commissioners from various countries also joined the gathering, making it a high-profile occasion. Warm welcome for guests The Shahi Imam and his family warmly welcomed all guests. …

Whitewashing of Jama Masjid in Sambhal underway

Whitewashing of Jama Masjid in Sambhal underway

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Muslim devotees offer ‘Namaz’ at Shahi Jama Masjid during the holy month of Ramzan, in Sambhal district, Uttar Pradesh, on March 14, 2025. | Photo Credit: PTI The whitewashing of the outer wall of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal began on Sunday (March 16, 2025) morning, an advocate of the mosque side said. The Allahabad High Court on March 12 directed the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to undertake and complete the whitewashing at the mosque within one week. Following the high court order, an ASI team carried out measurements and assessments on March 13. “The whitewashing of the outer wall of the Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal began on Sunday,” Shakeel Warsi, an advocate representing the mosque side in the Sambhal district court told PTI. Sambhal has been tense after riots broke out on November 24 last year following a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid, a Mughal-era mosque here. Four people were killed and several, including police personnel, were injured in the clashes. Published – March 16, 2025 10:20 am …

Authorities Cover Sambhal Jama Masjid, Nine Other Mosques With Tarpaulin Sheets Ahead Of Holi

Authorities Cover Sambhal Jama Masjid, Nine Other Mosques With Tarpaulin Sheets Ahead Of Holi

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Last Updated:March 12, 2025, 22:42 IST Authorities were seen covering the place of worship ahead of the festival of Holi. The procession for Holi is expected to pass through the area. Tarpaulin sheets being laid over Sambhal’s Jama Masjid mosque in Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal. (IMAGE: X/@ANI) The administration of the district of Sambhal in Uttar Pradesh decided to cover the Sambhal Jama Masjid with tarpaulin sheets ahead of the festival of Holi. Videos shared by news agency ANI on social media site X showed authorities covered the mosque with sheets. A separate report by broadcaster India Today said that 10 mosques that fall along the route of a Holi procession have been covered in a similar fashion. Holi coincides with Friday prayers during the holy month of Ramzan. District and police officials told the broadcaster that the decision was taken to ensure that both religious events proceed smoothly. At least five people died and 20 people were injured last year after protests erupted against a court-directed survey of the Jama Masjid, following claims that it …