In this episode, we will discuss the age old traditions of Muharram observed in the Subcontinent.

Imam Hossein is a unique character that symbolizes many noble features such as resistance against tyrannies and injustice.

Millions of pilgrims have flocked to the Iraqi city of Karbala to mourn the anniversary of the 40th day of Imam Hussein’s martyrdom.

Shia Muslims in Pakistan and other countries across the world mark the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein’s six-month-old son on the international day of Ali Asghar.

Several days ahead of the lunar month of Muharram, people in Afghanistan are preparing to mark the martyrdom anniversary of the third Shia Imam and grandson of the prophet Mohammad, Imam Hossein.

​​​​​​​Every year, as Arbaeen approaches, lovers of Imam Hussein, from various countries, converge to his shrine in the Iraqi city of Karbala.

Muslims mark Arba'een, the 40th day that followed the anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein.