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Qaris from 40 OIC Nations to Attend Pakistan’s First Int’l Quran Recitation Contest

Qaris from 40 OIC Nations to Attend Pakistan’s First Int’l Quran Recitation Contest

IQNA – For the first time, Pakistan will host an international Quran recitation contest, with qaris from more than 40 member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) expected to take part in the Quranic event.
19:15 , 2025 Nov 23
‘Yas-e-Quran’ Campaign Launched on Hazrat Zahra Martyrdom Anniversary

‘Yas-e-Quran’ Campaign Launched on Hazrat Zahra Martyrdom Anniversary

IQNA – A spiritual campaign titled “Yas-e-Quran (jasmine of the Quran)” has been launched by the Astan Quds Razavi on the sad occasion of the martyrdom anniversary of Hazrat Zahra (SA).
17:12 , 2025 Nov 23
Over 2,500 Pilgrims Arrive on Mashhad on Foot Ahead of Hazrat Zahra Martyrdom Anniversary

Over 2,500 Pilgrims Arrive on Mashhad on Foot Ahead of Hazrat Zahra Martyrdom Anniversary

IQNA – More than 2,500 pilgrims marching on foot toward Mashhad have arrived in the holy city by noon today to take part in mourning rituals on the anniversary of Hazrat Zahra’s (SA) martyrdom.
16:22 , 2025 Nov 23
Najaf, Karbala Prepare for Rituals Marking Lady Fatima’s Martyrdom Anniv. +Photos

Najaf, Karbala Prepare for Rituals Marking Lady Fatima’s Martyrdom Anniv. +Photos

IQNA – Najaf and Karbala have entered a period of mourning as preparations intensify for events marking the anniversary of the martyrdom of Lady Fatima (SA), daughter of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
14:31 , 2025 Nov 23
New Green Initiative to Shade Pilgrims on Najaf-Karbala Road

New Green Initiative to Shade Pilgrims on Najaf-Karbala Road

IQNA – The Astan (custodianship) of the holy shrine of Hazrat Abbas (AS) launched a major campaign to plant trees along “Ya Hussein (AS) Road”, the route connecting the holy cities of Najaf and Karbala, which attracts millions of pilgrims during Arbaeen.
13:42 , 2025 Nov 23
Iran President’s Letter to Saudi Crown Prince Was about Hajj, Spokesman Says

Iran President’s Letter to Saudi Crown Prince Was about Hajj, Spokesman Says

IQNA – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s recent letter to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman was about the issue of Hajj, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman said.
13:41 , 2025 Nov 23
Efforts Grow in Gaza to Save Historic Books and Fragile Texts

Efforts Grow in Gaza to Save Historic Books and Fragile Texts

IQNA – Brushing away layers of soot and dust, archaeologist Hanin Al-Amassi examines the brittle pages of a manuscript carrying the weight of Gaza's history.
11:42 , 2025 Nov 23
Final Rounds of Sheikh Jassim Quran Competition Bring Top Memorizers to Doha

Final Rounds of Sheikh Jassim Quran Competition Bring Top Memorizers to Doha

IQNA – The concluding stage of the 30th Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani Quran Competition is underway in Doha, featuring public contests among full and partial memorizers.
10:48 , 2025 Nov 23
Iranian Student Umrah Pilgrims Attend Spiritual Gathering in Mecca

Iranian Student Umrah Pilgrims Attend Spiritual Gathering in Mecca

IQNA – A spiritual gathering for the first group of Iranian students taking part in Umrah pilgrimage was held at the Sanoud Al-Rayyan Hotel in Mecca on Saturday.
10:40 , 2025 Nov 23
Expert Urges Qaris to Shift From Technical Recitation to Meaning-Based Delivery

Expert Urges Qaris to Shift From Technical Recitation to Meaning-Based Delivery

IQNA – A senior textbook specialist has warned that excessive focus on technical and artistic performance in Quran recitation is widening the gap between qaris and listeners.
09:15 , 2025 Nov 23
Third Suspect Identified, Felony Charges Filed in USF Muslim Prayer Disruption

Third Suspect Identified, Felony Charges Filed in USF Muslim Prayer Disruption

IQNA – Following a viral video that showed Muslim students being confronted during prayer, the University of South Florida Police Department identified all three suspects involved, filing felony charges against men from three states who authorities say had no affiliation with the university.
08:54 , 2025 Nov 23
Moroccan Writer Says Lady Fatima’s Status ‘Surpasses All Women Across Time’

Moroccan Writer Says Lady Fatima’s Status ‘Surpasses All Women Across Time’

IQNA – A Moroccan writer says the exceptional status of Lady Fatima (SA) stems from spiritual qualities that, she argues, place the daughter of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) above all women throughout history.
08:50 , 2025 Nov 23
Second AI Gallery of Quranic Verses Opens in Tehran

Second AI Gallery of Quranic Verses Opens in Tehran

IQNA – The second gallery of Quranic works produced with AI was launched in Tehran, displaying 100 selected works from teenagers and youth.
22:21 , 2025 Nov 22
Exhibition Launched in Afghanistan’s Mazar-i-Sharif on Hazrat Zahra Martyrdom Anniversary

Exhibition Launched in Afghanistan’s Mazar-i-Sharif on Hazrat Zahra Martyrdom Anniversary

IQNA – An exhibition titled “Blue Jasmine” has opened in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan on the martyrdom anniversary of Hazrat Zahra (SA).
21:36 , 2025 Nov 22
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