3 h. ago 9th Muharram processions being held across Pakistan under tight security measures

In Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, and several other cities, the central processions of 9th Muharram-ul-Haram are being held under the strictest

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3 h. ago Karachi and Lahore on high alert for 9th muharram processions

Tight security arrangements have been finalized for the central 9th Muharram processions in both Karachi and Lahore, as the country observes the solemn day. In Karachi, the main procession will begin at 1 PM from Nishtar Park, following a religious gathering where prominent scholar Allama Shahenshah Hussain Naqvi will deliver a sermon. After the majlis, […]

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13 h. ago Muharram security tightened; Karachi faces mobile, internet shutdown

As part of heightened security arrangements for the 8th of Muharram, mobile phone and internet services have been partially suspended in various parts of Karachi, causing significant inconvenience to the city’s residents on Friday. The disruptions began early Friday and are expected to continue throughout the day, especially in areas designated as sensitive during the […]

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24 h. ago Karachi suspends BRT and bus routes during Muharram for security

Public transport services in Karachi, including the BRT Green Line and the Peoples Bus Service, have been partially suspended due to security concerns during Muharram-ul-Haram. Authorities say the move ensures public safety during large religious processions. According to a spokesperson, the Green Line BRT will be completely shut down on the 8th, 9th, and 10th […]

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34 h. ago Nearly 50,000 cops to guard Muharram processions in big cities, says Memon

Sindh Senior Minister and Minister for Information, Transport and Mass Transit Sharjeel Inam Memon, has said that the Sindh government has made foolproof security arrangements for Muharram. He stated that the Chief Minister of Sindh held meetings with scholars from various schools of thought and reviewed the security plan for gatherings and processions during the […]

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46 h. ago Sindh mobilizes 49,662 cops for muharram security, says Sharjeel Memon

Sindh’s Senior Minister for Information and Transport, Sharjeel Inam Memon, announced a detailed security plan for Muharram along with key education reforms during a press conference. He confirmed that over 49,000 police officers will be deployed across Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana, Mirpurkhas, and Shaheed Benazirabad to ensure safety during processions and gatherings. Specifically, 35,116 officers […]

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4 d. ago Sindh seeks suspension of cellular services on 10th Muharram for security

The Sindh government has formally requested the Ministry of Interior to suspend mobile phone services across the province on the 10th of Muharram, or Youm-e-Ashura, to enhance security during the processions. In a letter to the ministry, the Sindh Home Department urged the suspension of mobile internet services along the routes of Ashura processions to […]

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4 d. ago Mohsin Naqvi reviews Muharram security, approves army deployment across Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Monday announced that a comprehensive and coordinated security plan has been finalized for Muharram across the country to ensure peace and safety. During a visit to the Central Imambargah Asna Ashari in Sector G-6, Islamabad, Naqvi reviewed the security and administrative arrangements alongside Minister of State Talal […]

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5 d. ago Police conducts 446 search & combing operations ‘codenamed Muharram Security’

14,700 suspects interrogated, 31 suspects taken into custody during the past 24 hours: Punjab Police Spokesperson LAHORE: Punjab Police continues its crackdown as part of the “Muharram security plan” and carried out 446 search, sweep, and combing operations across the province during the past 24 hours. “Over 14,700 suspects were interrogated during these operations, out […]

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7 d. ago Pakistan Army deployed nationwide to secure Muharram observances amid threat alerts

LAHORE – The Pakistan Army has been deployed across the country to ensure security during the holy month of Muharram, following rising threat alerts. The Ministry of Interior announced this move after the federal cabinet approved a summary submitted by the ministry. Troops will be stationed in all four provinces, as well as Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad […]

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7 d. ago Over 20,000 cops to perform security duty during Muharram in Karachi

Over 20,000 police officers and personnel will be deployed across Karachi to ensure security during month of Muharram, as part of a comprehensive security plan announced by Karachi Police. According to a spokesperson for Karachi Police on Friday, 20,350 police officials will be on duty to safeguard religious gatherings and processions throughout the city. The […]

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8 d. ago Muharram begins tomorrow: Ashura on july 6, govt plans strong security measures

The Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee has confirmed the sighting of the Muharram moon on Thursday evening. As a result, the new Islamic year 1447 AH will begin on Friday, June 27. This means Ashura — the 10th day of Muharram — will be observed on Sunday, July 6. Muharram marks the first month of the Islamic […]

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8 d. ago Interior ministry announces crackdown on online hate speech for Muharram

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Interior has announced plans to take strict action against individuals spreading religious hatred on social media as part of the security measures for the upcoming month of Muharram. In preparation for the start of Muharram, a significant month in the Islamic calendar, the government has heightened its security efforts. The Khyber […]

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8 d. ago Govt vows crackdown on sectarian hate speech during Muharram

Islamabad — The federal government of Pakistan has decided to take strict action against individuals spreading sectarian hatred on social media during the holy month of Muharram, aiming to ensure nationwide peace and security. The decision was made during a high-level security meeting in Islamabad chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, which reviewed the security […]

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1 week ago Mohsin Naqvi calls for sectarian harmony, strong security during Muharram

ISLAMABAD – Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has urged all communities to promote sectarian harmony during the sacred month of Muharram. He emphasized the importance of peace and unity in this sensitive period. Naqvi chaired a high-level meeting to review security and administrative plans for Muharram in Islamabad. Key officials including the Minister of State […]

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1 week ago Panama shuts down internet, mobile services amid violent protests in Bocas del Toro

Panama has partially cut off internet and mobile phone services in its western Bocas del Toro province following weeks of anti-government protests that turned violent this week. The move comes under a newly declared state of emergency. President Jose Raul Mulino declared the emergency on Friday, suspending freedom of movement and assembly in the region. […]

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1 week ago Army, rangers deployed in Rawalpindi for peaceful muharram observance

Rawalpindi (June 21, 2025) – To ensure peace and security during the holy month of Muharram, five companies of the Pakistan Army and six companies of Rangers will assist the Rawalpindi police and local administration in maintaining law and order. Authorities have finalized security and logistical arrangements for 4,374 majalis (gatherings) and 1,003 processions scheduled […]

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2 w. ago Section 144 imposed across Punjab during muharram, ban on pillion riding on 9th and 10th

The Punjab government has imposed Section 144 across the province from 1st to 10th Muharram to maintain law and order during the holy month. The decision was made in light of security concerns related to Muharram processions and gatherings. According to the Punjab Home Department, no new processions or majalis (religious gatherings) will be allowed […]

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