Religion and Thought

Massive Mourner Turnout Marks Start of Farewell Ceremony for Martyred Imam in Tehran

Thousands gather at Tehran’s Musalla to pay respects at the farewell ceremony of the Martyred Imam, with funeral rites planned…

Return of 30,000 Afghan Hajj Pilgrims from Saudi Arabia Concludes

The return of 30,000 Afghan Hajj pilgrims from Saudi Arabia has ended after nearly a month of coordinated flights to…

Taliban Forces Disrupt Ashura Ceremony in Kabul’s Qarabagh District

Taliban forces disrupted Ashura ceremonies in Kabul's Qarabagh district, barring Shia mourners and escalating religious restrictions amid growing tensions.

New Claim Surfaces About Mullah Omar’s Fatwa Banning Computer Use

Dr. Mohammad Usman Tariq claims Taliban leader Mullah Omar issued a fatwa banning computer use, while tech restrictions persist under…

Taliban Authorities Complete Survey for Large Grand Mosque in Kabul’s Kote Sangi

Topographic survey completed for a large mosque in Kabul's Kote Sangi area. Designed for 18,000-20,000 worshippers on 55,398 sqm land.

Taliban Official Emphasizes Sharia Implementation and Mandatory Hijab

Taliban's Hanafi urges patience among preachers, stresses Sharia enforcement and mandatory hijab, amid criticism over women's rights and social restrictions.

Taliban Officials Request Increase in Afghanistan’s Hajj Quota

The Taliban request an increase in Afghanistan's Hajj quota from Saudi Arabia due to high demand and long waiting times…

Afghanistan Requests Increased Hajj Quota in Meeting with Saudi Minister in Mecca

Afghanistan's Taliban ministry requests a higher Hajj quota from Saudi Arabia amid increasing demand and growing population ahead of next…