Page 3 - Latest Updates on Eid
Moon sighted at several places, Eid to be celebrated in India on Sat
Eid-ul-Fitr, which marks the culmination of the fasting month of Ramzan, will be celebrated in the country on Saturday as the moon was sighted this evening
 "Moon sighted at several places, Eid to be celebrated in India on Sat")
When is Chand Raat, Eid-ul-Fitr in Middle East, India? Details here
On Thursday, Muslims in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Egypt, Turkey, Iran, the UK, and other Middle Eastern and Western nations will get ready to see the crescent moon
Eid celebrated with fervour in India as people cast aside Covid-19 fears
People came out of homes in large numbers, offered namaz at mosques, greeted each other with hugs and exchanged food and gifts across the length and breadth of India to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha on Sunday
 "Eid celebrated with fervour in India as people cast aside Covid-19 fears")
Assam govt bans mass gatherings on Eid to curb spread of Covid-19
The Assam government on Monday announced that no public congregation will be allowed in the state on Eid in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.
 "Assam govt bans mass gatherings on Eid to curb spread of Covid-19")
Covid-19: Authorities in J-K's Budgam issue guidelines for Eidul Azha
The authorities in Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday issued guidelines for Covid-appropriate behaviour to be observed during the Eidul Azha festival next week.
 "Covid-19: Authorities in J-K's Budgam issue guidelines for Eidul Azha")
India celebrates a low-key Eid al-Adha amid coronavirus pandemic
Eid al-Adha was celebrated on Saturday on a subdued note, with people offerin namaz at mosques as well as homes in the morning, following safety guidelines amid Covid-19 pandemic
 "India celebrates a low-key Eid al-Adha amid coronavirus pandemic")
Delhi: 36 police personnel suspended for dereliction of duty on Eid al-Adha
A total of 36 police personnel were suspended for dereliction of duty after they failed to show up at the scheduled time of 5 am to look after the arrangements on Eid al-Adha
 "Delhi: 36 police personnel suspended for dereliction of duty on Eid al-Adha")
Low-key celebrations of Bakrid across India amid corona in 10 pics
Bakrid (Eid-al-Adha) celebrated amid the coronavirus pandemic, confining the festivities to homes
 "Low-key celebrations of Bakrid across India amid corona in 10 pics")
Tamil Nadu: Low-key Bakrid in amid Covid-19, festivities confined to home
Low-key celebrations marked Bakrid (Eid-al-Adha) in Tamil Nadu on Saturday amid the coronavirus pandemic, confining the festivities to homes
Muslims in Kashmir Valley offer Eid prayers, maintain social distancing
Concertina wires and barricades were placed at many intersections in the city to prevent free movement of people
 "Muslims in Kashmir Valley offer Eid prayers, maintain social distancing")
Karnataka Wakf board permits 'namaz' in mosques on Eid on Eid-ul-Azha
Karnataka Wakf Board has permitted the devout to offer 'namaz' inside mosques on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha (Bakrid) on Saturday under the Covid-19 induced guidelines
 "Karnataka Wakf board permits 'namaz' in mosques on Eid on Eid-ul-Azha")
World Coronavirus Dispatch: Pathogen may have long been unnoticed in bats
Europe's second largest bank post $13 bn loss, Moderna pitches vaccine at $50-$60 per course, fresh threat in Pakistan as people travel for Eid and other pandemic-related news across the globe
 "World Coronavirus Dispatch: Pathogen may have long been unnoticed in bats")
From WhatsApp to websites, goat sales for Bakri Eid go digital amid Covid
Buyers say they are getting quality animals at cheaper rates online; many platforms also allow exchanges and refunds
 "From WhatsApp to websites, goat sales for Bakri Eid go digital amid Covid")
Darul Uloom Deoband issues fatwa, asks Muslims to offer Eid prayers at home
It said not holding the namaz in the usual manner is pardonable in circumstances such as these
 "Darul Uloom Deoband issues fatwa, asks Muslims to offer Eid prayers at home")
Clashes erupt between youths, security forces after Eid prayers in Kashmir
Reports of sporadic clashes between stone pelting youths and the security forces have come
 "Clashes erupt between youths, security forces after Eid prayers in Kashmir")
In pictures: Bakri Eid celebrations in various parts of the country
Eid al-Adha, also called the "Festival of the Sacrifice" or Bakri Eid, is the second of two Islamic holidays celebrated worldwide each year
 "In pictures: Bakri Eid celebrations in various parts of the country")
President Kovind, PM Modi extend greetings to nation on Eid al-Adha
In his message, the Prime Minister said he hopes that Eid promotes the spirit of peace and happiness in society
 "President Kovind, PM Modi extend greetings to nation on Eid al-Adha")
Jammu & Kashmir announces measures to help state employees, public
Salaries of all employees and wages of DRWs/casual labourers etc. are being released and it has been ensured that the cash is replenished on a regular basis
 "Jammu & Kashmir announces measures to help state employees, public")
Govt may relax restrictions in Kashmir Valley for Eid-ul-Zuha: Officials
However, the government may not immediately release the arrested leaders -- former CMs Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti -- who were lodged in guest houses
 "Govt may relax restrictions in Kashmir Valley for Eid-ul-Zuha: Officials")
Clash erupts over Eid prayer in UP's Muzaffarnagar, 10 people injured
The incident took place Wednesday in Behda Thru village in the district when the two groups clashed over a dispute around offering of prayers
 "Clash erupts over Eid prayer in UP's Muzaffarnagar, 10 people injured")