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Danish Pandor says this Eid is special due to the ‘Dhurandhar-mahotsav’ as Dhurandhar The Revenge releases

Danish Pandor says this Eid is special due to the ‘Dhurandhar-mahotsav’ as Dhurandhar The Revenge releases

This Eid-ul-Fitr may seem quite different from last year’s for Danish Pandor due to the success of Dhurandhar The Revenge, but he insists that the gratitude in his heart remains the same. The actor says, “The gratitude has always been there irrespective of the success as that is just a part of the journey. The most important thing is that you wake up in the morning, and you are hale, hearty and healthy and that is what you should be utterly grateful for. I was grateful even last year, I’m extremely grateful this year and I will continue to be so in the future,” he says. Danish Pandor (Photo: Satish Bate/HT) Eid and the month of Ramzan hold a special place in Danish Pandor’s heart and he keeps all the rozas and follows the traditions of the month. “The beautiful month of Ramzan, it’s more about self-control, detoxifying yourself and your entire body, and at the same time, trying to resist worldly desires. It’s like the almighty telling you when you need to eat and …

A recipe for the Ramzan favourite in North India, harira

A recipe for the Ramzan favourite in North India, harira

The creamy, smooth and nutrient-dense drink made with milk, dry fruits and a tempering of ghee has been a Ramzan staple in Amina Ashraf’s home. Every year, as the crescent moon of Ramzan is sighted, my amma runs to the kitchen as if she has been waiting all year for this moment. By the time it’s dinner, a bowl of dried fruits is already soaking — almonds, raisins, dry dates, cashews, walnuts, pistachios, chironji, poppy seeds, and whatever else the dry fruit shelf has been holding all year. The dried fruits are to prepare harira. Harira is a creamy, smooth and nutrient-dense drink made with milk, dry fruits and a tempering of ghee. It is a Ramzan staple found on the dastarkhan (a cloth on which the family sits for their meals) of almost every North Indian household. While in Lucknow and Hyderabad, it is commonly called harira, the drink becomes turri and nimastha as it travels to the UP. Go towards Hyderabad and the taste shifts too. Azmatullah, a Hyderabadi resident says, “ We …

Arbaz Khan’s Ramzan vlog shows brother Zakir Khan hospitalised, watching cricket in a five-star-like suite | Bollywood News

Arbaz Khan’s Ramzan vlog shows brother Zakir Khan hospitalised, watching cricket in a five-star-like suite | Bollywood News

3 min readMumbaiUpdated: Mar 15, 2026 02:40 PM IST Weeks after announcing he’s taking a sabbatical owing to health reasons, Zakir Khan was seen hospitalized in a recent vlog by his brother and social media influencer Arbaz Khan. The actor and stand-up comedian was seen in a patient suit of Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai. While admitted in the hospital, he was seen in good spirits, enjoying a high-stakes cricket match in his high-end hospital suite. Arbaz on Saturday shared a new Ramzan vlog on his Instagram handle. In the video, he can be seen sharing that he didn’t record anything the entire day since he wasn’t keeping well. He then showed breaking his roza fast by eating chicken nuggets at a KFC restaurant, claiming that he couldn’t make it back home in time. Arbaz Khan then showed a peek inside the luxury hospital suite where Zakir Khan was admitted. He described it as “no less than a five-star hotel room.” He then mentioned that Zakir enjoyed watching the ICC World Cup match between India and …

Security Comes First: High Court Dismisses Plea For Namaz Space Near Mumbai Airport | India News

Security Comes First: High Court Dismisses Plea For Namaz Space Near Mumbai Airport | India News

Last Updated:March 05, 2026, 19:58 IST The Bombay High Court denied taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers’ request to offer namaz near the airport during Ramzan, citing security concerns. Bombay High Court (File photo) The Bombay High Court on Thursday refused to grant relief to taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers who sought permission to offer namaz near Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport during the holy month of Ramzan. The court said security considerations around the airport must take priority over such requests. A bench comprising Justices B P Colabawalla and Firdosh Pooniwalla observed that while Ramzan is an important religious period for Muslims, people cannot claim a right to offer prayers at any place of their choice, especially in a highly sensitive area like an airport. The court was hearing a petition filed by the Taxi-Rickshaw Ola-Uber Men’s Union. The union said that drivers earlier used a temporary shed near the airport to offer prayers, but the structure was demolished by authorities last year. The petitioners requested that the same location be allowed again or that another nearby …

UP: Rang Ekadashi procession, Friday prayers held amid Ramzan in Sambhal under tight security

UP: Rang Ekadashi procession, Friday prayers held amid Ramzan in Sambhal under tight security

Sambhal , Rang Ekadashi celebrations and Friday prayers during the holy month of Ramzan were held peacefully in Sambhal on Friday under elaborate security arrangements, officials said. UP: Rang Ekadashi procession, Friday prayers held amid Ramzan in Sambhal under tight security While a colourful Ekadashi procession was taken out across the town to mark the beginning of Holi festivities, a large number of worshippers offered Jumma namaz at mosques, including the Shahi Jama Masjid in the Kot Purvi locality, amid tight police vigil. The procession was organised under the aegis of the Shri Shyam Seva Samiti. Participants played with gulal and wet colours, and a cultural programme depicting Radha-Krishna Maharasa was also held on the occasion. In view of the simultaneous observance of the festival and Friday prayers during Ramzan, the main market in the city remained closed and special arrangements were made by the administration, according to officials. Mosques falling along the procession route were covered with plastic sheets after discussions with their caretakers to prevent any inconvenience, they said. Celebrations were held in …

Ramzan Special | Iqbal Khan: No one knew, my mom would offer me treats secretly

Ramzan Special | Iqbal Khan: No one knew, my mom would offer me treats secretly

For Iqbal Khan, Ramzan is not merely a month of fasting, it is a spiritual compass that realigns life each year. Speaking to us, the actor shares what the festival means to him. “It reminds you every year how one should be for the rest of the 12 months.” Actor Iqbal Khan For Khan, the significance of the month lies in its power to transform from within. “It’s about cleansing your mind, your body, your soul — everything,” he explains, adding: “This month is supposed to make sure that you realize what your primary motive in this world is and get you closer to the Creator.” Beyond ritual, he believes Ramzan reinforces life’s true wealth. His memories of Ramzan as a child are tender and filled with innocence. “As a child, Ramzan was all about time,” he recalls, smiling at the thought of his favourite treats at iftar. But more than the food, Iqbal shares it was his mother’s quiet understanding that left a lasting impression. “I would feel hungry, and my mom would tell …

Ramzan Special | Falaq Naazz: Ruhafza takes me back to my childhood

Ramzan Special | Falaq Naazz: Ruhafza takes me back to my childhood

For actor Falak Naazz, Ramzan is not just a month of fasting, but a deeply personal journey woven with childhood memories, family rituals and more. Actor Falaq Naazz Falaq Naaz says, “For many, festivals are occasions marked on a calendar. For some, they are experiences that shape memory, identity, and faith. For me, it is something I look forward to, and every festival has a different charm.” She adds: “I wait the whole year for this month. The kind of serene peace this month brings, it’s exceptional.” Ramzan, holds a deeply personal significance for Falaq as she says, “Getting up early in the morning and fasting together brings a lot of joy.” When asked about a childhood iftar memory that still lingers, her response is immediate and affectionate. “Of course, it’s not a dish actually, it’s a drink. We call it Ruhafza. Even today, when I smell the fragrance of Ruhafza, the childhood memories come alive. For me, Ramzan is incomplete without Ruhafza.” She adds: “Ramzan is all about spending time with the people who …

Ramzan Special | Sheezan Khan: My first roza was never celebrated, it was a tough phase

Ramzan Special | Sheezan Khan: My first roza was never celebrated, it was a tough phase

As the holy month of Ramzan unfolds, Shehzan Khan looks back at the warmth, faith and togetherness that define this sacred time for him. Speaking about Ramzan Sheezan says, “This time of the month is always very special in the sense as we live differently.” Actor Sheezan Khan He further elaborates, “When I was a kid, we used to wake up early in the morning. It was majorly about the food. And when you grow up, you realise that you have to worship as well. I didn’t realise that when I was a kid.” Over time, his understanding of Ramzan deepened beyond childhood excitement. “For me, this particular festival will always be about sharing and enjoying happiness together. Togetherness, I can say that.” Recalling his fond memories of iftar, Sheezan says, “I don’t know how many iftars I have done, but what I remember is that when everyone used to fast, we all used to sit in front of the dastarkhan. It is such an exciting time, seeing that there used to be just some …

PM Modi extends Ramzan greetings

PM Modi extends Ramzan greetings

A file image of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Photo: DPR PMO via ANI Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (February 18, 2026) extended his greetings to the people on Ramzan and said the auspicious month furthers the spirit of togetherness in the society. Muslim holy month of Ramzan begins on Thursday (February 19, 2026). “Ramzan Mubarak! May this auspicious month further the spirit of togetherness in our society. May there be peace and prosperity everywhere,” Mr. Modi said in a post on X. Ramzan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar (Hijri). It begins with the sighting of the crescent moon and marks the start of a period of fasting, prayer, and reflection observed by Muslims around the world. During the month, a special prayer called ‘taraweeh’ are offered in mosques in the evening. In the prayer, the entire Quran is recited and it continues till the sighting of the Eid moon. Published – February 19, 2026 03:13 am IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text …

‘Ramzan Mubarak’: PM Modi Wishes ‘Peace, Prosperity’ In Holy Month Message | India News

‘Ramzan Mubarak’: PM Modi Wishes ‘Peace, Prosperity’ In Holy Month Message | India News

Last Updated:February 18, 2026, 22:30 IST Ramzan will begin in India on Thursday after the crescent moon marking the start of the holy month was sighted in several parts of the country on Wednesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended his greetings on the occasion of Ramzan, wishing peace and prosperity for all. Sharing a message on X, the Prime Minister wrote, “Ramzan Mubarak! May this auspicious month further the spirit of togetherness in our society. May there be peace and prosperity everywhere.” Ramzan Mubarak!May this auspicious month further the spirit of togetherness in our society. May there be peace and prosperity everywhere. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 18, 2026 Ramzan will begin in India on Thursday after the crescent moon marking the start of the holy month was sighted in several parts of the country on Wednesday. With the sighting of the moon, Muslims will observe fasting from dawn to dusk for the next 30 days. ALSO READ: Telangana Allows Muslim Govt Employees To Leave Office Early During Ramzan …