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India celebrates Eid-ul-Adha amid COVID-19 pandemic

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Published : Aug 1, 2020, 7:56 AM IST

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22:54 August 01

Muslim Cong MLAs offer Eid prayers at Jaisalmer hotel

Muslim MLAs belonging to Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot's camp offered Eid prayers at Jaisalmer's Suryagarh hotel on Saturday, Congress sources said a day after party legislators were shifted there from Jaipur ahead of the state assembly session.

According to the sources, other MLAs adored horses in a stable and fed cows at a gaushala there. Doctors examined two MLAs who were not feeling well.
The MLAs are also likely to visit the Tanot mata temple there. Meanwhile, two MLAs who could not come to the hotel on Friday, reached Jaisalmer on a chartered flight from Jaipur.
The MLAs loyal to Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot had remained confined to Fairmont hotel in Jaipur since July 13 before being flown to Jaisalmer amid a power tussle between the CM and his former deputy Sachin Pilot.
They are expected to stay in Jaisalmer till the beginning of the assembly session from August 14. The Congress has accused the BJP of playing a major role in the rebellion by Sachin Pilot and 18 other party MLAs. It has accused the saffron party of indulging in horse-trading to topple the state government.

22:53 August 01

Eid al-Adha celebrations subdued in most parts of UP following lockdown

Celebrations of Eid al-Adha were subdued in most parts of Uttar Pradesh on Saturday following the imposition of weekend lockdown in view of the coronavirus pandemic.
In Lucknow, markets remained shut in prominent areas such as Hazratganj, Aminabad, Gomtinagar, Indiranagar, Latouche Road, Alambagh, Hewett Road, Aliganj and Gudumba. There was also less movement of people on the streets of the state capital.

22:52 August 01

Subdued Eid in K'taka amid COVID-19 curbs

Thousands of devout Muslims celebrated a subdued Eid-ul-Adha (Bakrid) across Karnataka, with the majority of them offering namaz at home as per the COVID-19 induced guidelines to contain the pandemic, an official said on Saturday.

"As advised by 'ulemas' (scholars) and 'qazis' after 'Jumma' (Friday) namaz, most of the devout offered Eid prayers in their homes, while a few did it inside mosques, wearing a mask and maintaining social distancing," a Waqf board official told a news agency.

Though the board informed the community on Thursday that Eid prayers could be offered inside mosques keeping social distancing and other guidelines, state Haj and Wakf department secretary A.B. Ibrahim on Friday appealed to the devout to offer namaz at home to avoid crowding and risk of being infected due to surge in coronavirus cases across the state, especially in Bengaluru.

"As directed, prayers were offered by 8.30 a.m., 'qurbani' (sacrifice) was made by 11 a.m., followed by a dawat (festival meal) at homes in cities and towns across the southern state," said the official.

Admitting that this is the first time in decades, Bakrid could not be held in open grounds (Idgah maidan) and outside mosques due to curbs on assembling or gathering of people in large numbers, the official said the devout had complied with the order of the Wakf board, ulemas and qaziz for safe health of all.

18:05 August 01

Assam devotees offer Bakr Eid namaz at home in COVID-19 time

Most of the devotees of Assam offer their Eid al-Adha prayers at home on Saturday following a government order that did not allow large gatherings in mosques in the wake of the surge in COVID-19 cases in the state.
The Muslim community refrained from qurbani (animal sacrifice) this year in view of the pandemic, said officials. Imams along with the permitted number of worshippers offered namaz in mosques on the occasion of the festival, also known as Bakr Eid.

The persons permitted to gather at mosques and idgahs were directed to follow social distancing protocols at the time of prayer and wear facemasks.

"The places of offering namaz must be sanitised before and after the namaz," according to a government order. Following meetings with community leaders, the Assam government allowed the gathering of three to five persons for offering namaz in masjids in different districts on the occasion of the festival.

14:07 August 01

Eid al-Adha celebrated in Bengal amid COVID-19 pandemic

Kolkata: Eid al-Adha was celebrated in West Bengal in a low-key manner this year as Muslim devotees on Saturday offered prayers at mosques and homes while maintaining social distancing norms amid surging coronavirus cases in the state.

As the lockdown restrictions have been eased outside containment zones, many devotees were seen offering namaz in mosques, though the usual hustle and bustle associated with the festival was missing from the minority-dominated pockets of the city.

14:02 August 01

Low-key Bakrid celebrations in TN amid COVID-19 pandemic

Chennai: Low-key celebrations marked Bakrid (Eid-al-Adha) in Tamil Nadu on Saturday amid the coronavirus pandemic, confining the festivities to homes.

Also, the four months of COVID-19 lockdown, resulting in job loss or decreased income among the people have imposed economic hardship among many Muslims in celebrating the "festival of sacrifice" with great enthusiasm.

13:15 August 01

Madhya Pradesh witnesses deserted street on Eid Al-Adha

Madhya Pradesh: Streets wore a deserted look on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha in Bhopal.

A 10-day lockdown is being observed in the capital due to COVID-19.

Avinash Lavania, Bhopal District Collector says, "I thank people for cooperating with us & celebrating the festival at their homes."

11:49 August 01

Lockdown violated on Eid Al-Adha

Jharkhand: Lockdown violated on Eid Al-Adha

Ramgarh: People here violated the lockdown norms and gathered in a nearby mosque to offer prayers.

Police reached the spot and dispersed people.

11:27 August 01

Muslims in Kashmir Valley offer Eid prayers

Muslims in Kashmir Valley offer Eid prayers while maintaining social distancing

Srinagar: Eid al-Adha celebrations in Kashmir on Saturday were a low-key affair as most of the faithful marked the festival of sacrifice by offering prayers in small groups and observing social distancing in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.

No Eid prayers were offered in major mosques and shrines of Kashmir as police enforced the strict restrictions in most parts of the valley, including Srinagar city, officials said.

11:21 August 01

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Rahul Gandhi also wished the nation on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha.

11:18 August 01

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HM Amit Shah extends Eid greetings

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday extended his Eid greetings to people and hoped that the occasion will bring peace and prosperity to the society.

Eid al-Adha, also called the festival of sacrifice, is being celebrated on Saturday.

"Greetings on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. May this day bring peace, harmony and prosperity in our society," Shah tweeted.

10:45 August 01

CLP MLAs offering prayer

CLP MLAs offering prayer

CLP MLAs offers prayers on Eid al-Adha

Rajasthan: Congress MLAs Amin Khan, Amin Kagzi, Hakam Ali, Saleh Mohammed, Wajib, and Rafiq offer prayers at Hotel Suryagarh in Jaisalmer on Eid al-Adha.

Congress MLAs, supporting Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot are lodged at the hotel.

10:03 August 01

AIMIM Chief wishes people on Eid al-Adha

Hyderabad: AIMIM chief took the help of social media and extends his greeting to the people on Eid al-Adha.

"Eid Mubarak to all of you! May Allah bless us, accept our prayers & qurban", he tweeted.

10:02 August 01

Mayawati wishes people on Eid al-Adha, urges everyone to celebrate at home

Lucknow: Wishing people on the occasion of Eid al-Adha on Saturday, BSP chief Mayawati appealed to them to celebrate the festival at home in view of the surge in COVID-19 cases.

"Congratulations and best wishes to all brothers and sisters of the country on Eid al-Adha (Bakrid). Due to the Corona outbreak, this festival should be celebrated at home with simplicity so that all of you are safe from the virus, and do not forget to help the poor and needy on this occasion," tweeted the BSP supremo.

09:36 August 01

May we all scrifice our ego this Eid.sabhi ko pathan family ke taraf Eid Mubarak #EidMubarak pic.twitter.com/MnFXSST9AA
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May we all scrifice our ego this Eid.sabhi ko pathan family ke taraf Eid Mubarak #EidMubarak pic.twitter.com/MnFXSST9AA
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) August 1, 2020
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May we all scrifice our ego this Eid.sabhi ko pathan family ke taraf Eid Mubarak #EidMubarak pic.twitter.com/MnFXSST9AA
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) August 1, 2020

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan took to his twitter handle to wish all on thi occasion.

"May we all sacrifice our ego this Eid.sabhi ko pathan family ke taraf Eid Mubarak #EidMubarak", he tweeted.

09:34 August 01

PM Modi extends Eid greetings

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended Eid greetings and hoped that the festival inspires us to create a "just, harmonious and an inclusive" society.

Eid al-Adha, also called the festival of sacrifice, is being celebrated on Saturday.

"Eid Mubarak. Greetings on Eid al-Adha. May this day inspire us to create a just, harmonious and inclusive society," the prime minister tweeted.

May the spirit of brotherhood and compassion be furthered, he said.

09:32 August 01

President Kovind extends greetings to nation on Eid al-Adha

New Delhi: President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday greeted the nation on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.

Taking to his official Twitter handle, the President urged everyone to share the happiness with the needy and follow social distancing norms and guidelines to contain COVID-19 spread.

"Eid Mubarak! Idu'l Zuha symbolises the spirit of sacrifice and amity which inspires us to work for the well-being of one and all. On this occasion, let us share our happiness with the needy and follow social distancing norms and guidelines to contain COVID-19 spread," President Kovind tweeted.

08:16 August 01

Union Minister wishes on Eid Al-Adha

Naqvi offers prayers at his residence, extends everyone Eid ul-Adha greetings

New Delhi: On the occasion of Eid ul-Adha, Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Saturday offered prayers at his residence here in the national capital.

"I extend good wishes to all the people on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha today. Amid the corona crisis, the whole world is offering prayers but do so with safety. I wish good health to everyone. There is no lack of passion and faith in these prayers. Everyone must follow necessary precautions such as social distancing. Next Eid, we will celebrate it the way we used to.

07:02 August 01

Prayers at Fatehpuri Masjid

Devotees offer namaz at Jama Masjid on Eid Al-Adha

New Delhi: Devotees on Saturday morning offered namaz at Delhi's Jama Masjid on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. The temperature of devotees was also being checked with thermometer gun, as a precautionary measure to contain the spread of coronavirus.

A large number of devotees flocked Jama Masjid on the occasion.

"We have ensured strong arrangements here. In fact, we have ensured a safe environment in several big and small mosques on this occasion. namaz will be offered at 6:05 am," said Sanjay Bhatia, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP).

"I feel really good to be here on this occasion. Everyone followed lockdown norms and even Muslims had earlier offered namaz at their home, they followed all the rules and regulations. We are still adhering to the rules," said a devotee.

Another devotee, Amanullah told that there is an environment of fear but everyone here followed norms in order to stay safe amid the COVID-19 crisis.

"We are maintaining social distancing. Things have changed this year due to COVID-19,' he added. Eid al-Adha or Bakrid, also known as "Sacrifice Feast" is marked by sacrificing an animal, usually a sheep or a goat to prove their devotion and love for Allah. Post the sacrifice, devotees distribute the offering to family, friends, neighbours and especially to the poor and the needy.

22:54 August 01

Muslim Cong MLAs offer Eid prayers at Jaisalmer hotel

Muslim MLAs belonging to Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot's camp offered Eid prayers at Jaisalmer's Suryagarh hotel on Saturday, Congress sources said a day after party legislators were shifted there from Jaipur ahead of the state assembly session.

According to the sources, other MLAs adored horses in a stable and fed cows at a gaushala there. Doctors examined two MLAs who were not feeling well.
The MLAs are also likely to visit the Tanot mata temple there. Meanwhile, two MLAs who could not come to the hotel on Friday, reached Jaisalmer on a chartered flight from Jaipur.
The MLAs loyal to Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot had remained confined to Fairmont hotel in Jaipur since July 13 before being flown to Jaisalmer amid a power tussle between the CM and his former deputy Sachin Pilot.
They are expected to stay in Jaisalmer till the beginning of the assembly session from August 14. The Congress has accused the BJP of playing a major role in the rebellion by Sachin Pilot and 18 other party MLAs. It has accused the saffron party of indulging in horse-trading to topple the state government.

22:53 August 01

Eid al-Adha celebrations subdued in most parts of UP following lockdown

Celebrations of Eid al-Adha were subdued in most parts of Uttar Pradesh on Saturday following the imposition of weekend lockdown in view of the coronavirus pandemic.
In Lucknow, markets remained shut in prominent areas such as Hazratganj, Aminabad, Gomtinagar, Indiranagar, Latouche Road, Alambagh, Hewett Road, Aliganj and Gudumba. There was also less movement of people on the streets of the state capital.

22:52 August 01

Subdued Eid in K'taka amid COVID-19 curbs

Thousands of devout Muslims celebrated a subdued Eid-ul-Adha (Bakrid) across Karnataka, with the majority of them offering namaz at home as per the COVID-19 induced guidelines to contain the pandemic, an official said on Saturday.

"As advised by 'ulemas' (scholars) and 'qazis' after 'Jumma' (Friday) namaz, most of the devout offered Eid prayers in their homes, while a few did it inside mosques, wearing a mask and maintaining social distancing," a Waqf board official told a news agency.

Though the board informed the community on Thursday that Eid prayers could be offered inside mosques keeping social distancing and other guidelines, state Haj and Wakf department secretary A.B. Ibrahim on Friday appealed to the devout to offer namaz at home to avoid crowding and risk of being infected due to surge in coronavirus cases across the state, especially in Bengaluru.

"As directed, prayers were offered by 8.30 a.m., 'qurbani' (sacrifice) was made by 11 a.m., followed by a dawat (festival meal) at homes in cities and towns across the southern state," said the official.

Admitting that this is the first time in decades, Bakrid could not be held in open grounds (Idgah maidan) and outside mosques due to curbs on assembling or gathering of people in large numbers, the official said the devout had complied with the order of the Wakf board, ulemas and qaziz for safe health of all.

18:05 August 01

Assam devotees offer Bakr Eid namaz at home in COVID-19 time

Most of the devotees of Assam offer their Eid al-Adha prayers at home on Saturday following a government order that did not allow large gatherings in mosques in the wake of the surge in COVID-19 cases in the state.
The Muslim community refrained from qurbani (animal sacrifice) this year in view of the pandemic, said officials. Imams along with the permitted number of worshippers offered namaz in mosques on the occasion of the festival, also known as Bakr Eid.

The persons permitted to gather at mosques and idgahs were directed to follow social distancing protocols at the time of prayer and wear facemasks.

"The places of offering namaz must be sanitised before and after the namaz," according to a government order. Following meetings with community leaders, the Assam government allowed the gathering of three to five persons for offering namaz in masjids in different districts on the occasion of the festival.

14:07 August 01

Eid al-Adha celebrated in Bengal amid COVID-19 pandemic

Kolkata: Eid al-Adha was celebrated in West Bengal in a low-key manner this year as Muslim devotees on Saturday offered prayers at mosques and homes while maintaining social distancing norms amid surging coronavirus cases in the state.

As the lockdown restrictions have been eased outside containment zones, many devotees were seen offering namaz in mosques, though the usual hustle and bustle associated with the festival was missing from the minority-dominated pockets of the city.

14:02 August 01

Low-key Bakrid celebrations in TN amid COVID-19 pandemic

Chennai: Low-key celebrations marked Bakrid (Eid-al-Adha) in Tamil Nadu on Saturday amid the coronavirus pandemic, confining the festivities to homes.

Also, the four months of COVID-19 lockdown, resulting in job loss or decreased income among the people have imposed economic hardship among many Muslims in celebrating the "festival of sacrifice" with great enthusiasm.

13:15 August 01

Madhya Pradesh witnesses deserted street on Eid Al-Adha

Madhya Pradesh: Streets wore a deserted look on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha in Bhopal.

A 10-day lockdown is being observed in the capital due to COVID-19.

Avinash Lavania, Bhopal District Collector says, "I thank people for cooperating with us & celebrating the festival at their homes."

11:49 August 01

Lockdown violated on Eid Al-Adha

Jharkhand: Lockdown violated on Eid Al-Adha

Ramgarh: People here violated the lockdown norms and gathered in a nearby mosque to offer prayers.

Police reached the spot and dispersed people.

11:27 August 01

Muslims in Kashmir Valley offer Eid prayers

Muslims in Kashmir Valley offer Eid prayers while maintaining social distancing

Srinagar: Eid al-Adha celebrations in Kashmir on Saturday were a low-key affair as most of the faithful marked the festival of sacrifice by offering prayers in small groups and observing social distancing in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.

No Eid prayers were offered in major mosques and shrines of Kashmir as police enforced the strict restrictions in most parts of the valley, including Srinagar city, officials said.

11:21 August 01

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Rahul Gandhi also wished the nation on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha.

11:18 August 01

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HM Amit Shah extends Eid greetings

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday extended his Eid greetings to people and hoped that the occasion will bring peace and prosperity to the society.

Eid al-Adha, also called the festival of sacrifice, is being celebrated on Saturday.

"Greetings on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. May this day bring peace, harmony and prosperity in our society," Shah tweeted.

10:45 August 01

CLP MLAs offering prayer

CLP MLAs offering prayer

CLP MLAs offers prayers on Eid al-Adha

Rajasthan: Congress MLAs Amin Khan, Amin Kagzi, Hakam Ali, Saleh Mohammed, Wajib, and Rafiq offer prayers at Hotel Suryagarh in Jaisalmer on Eid al-Adha.

Congress MLAs, supporting Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot are lodged at the hotel.

10:03 August 01

AIMIM Chief wishes people on Eid al-Adha

Hyderabad: AIMIM chief took the help of social media and extends his greeting to the people on Eid al-Adha.

"Eid Mubarak to all of you! May Allah bless us, accept our prayers & qurban", he tweeted.

10:02 August 01

Mayawati wishes people on Eid al-Adha, urges everyone to celebrate at home

Lucknow: Wishing people on the occasion of Eid al-Adha on Saturday, BSP chief Mayawati appealed to them to celebrate the festival at home in view of the surge in COVID-19 cases.

"Congratulations and best wishes to all brothers and sisters of the country on Eid al-Adha (Bakrid). Due to the Corona outbreak, this festival should be celebrated at home with simplicity so that all of you are safe from the virus, and do not forget to help the poor and needy on this occasion," tweeted the BSP supremo.

09:36 August 01

May we all scrifice our ego this Eid.sabhi ko pathan family ke taraf Eid Mubarak #EidMubarak pic.twitter.com/MnFXSST9AA
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) August 1, 2020 " class="align-text-top noRightClick twitterSection" data="
May we all scrifice our ego this Eid.sabhi ko pathan family ke taraf Eid Mubarak #EidMubarak pic.twitter.com/MnFXSST9AA
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) August 1, 2020
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May we all scrifice our ego this Eid.sabhi ko pathan family ke taraf Eid Mubarak #EidMubarak pic.twitter.com/MnFXSST9AA
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) August 1, 2020

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan took to his twitter handle to wish all on thi occasion.

"May we all sacrifice our ego this Eid.sabhi ko pathan family ke taraf Eid Mubarak #EidMubarak", he tweeted.

09:34 August 01

PM Modi extends Eid greetings

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended Eid greetings and hoped that the festival inspires us to create a "just, harmonious and an inclusive" society.

Eid al-Adha, also called the festival of sacrifice, is being celebrated on Saturday.

"Eid Mubarak. Greetings on Eid al-Adha. May this day inspire us to create a just, harmonious and inclusive society," the prime minister tweeted.

May the spirit of brotherhood and compassion be furthered, he said.

09:32 August 01

President Kovind extends greetings to nation on Eid al-Adha

New Delhi: President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday greeted the nation on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.

Taking to his official Twitter handle, the President urged everyone to share the happiness with the needy and follow social distancing norms and guidelines to contain COVID-19 spread.

"Eid Mubarak! Idu'l Zuha symbolises the spirit of sacrifice and amity which inspires us to work for the well-being of one and all. On this occasion, let us share our happiness with the needy and follow social distancing norms and guidelines to contain COVID-19 spread," President Kovind tweeted.

08:16 August 01

Union Minister wishes on Eid Al-Adha

Naqvi offers prayers at his residence, extends everyone Eid ul-Adha greetings

New Delhi: On the occasion of Eid ul-Adha, Union Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on Saturday offered prayers at his residence here in the national capital.

"I extend good wishes to all the people on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha today. Amid the corona crisis, the whole world is offering prayers but do so with safety. I wish good health to everyone. There is no lack of passion and faith in these prayers. Everyone must follow necessary precautions such as social distancing. Next Eid, we will celebrate it the way we used to.

07:02 August 01

Prayers at Fatehpuri Masjid

Devotees offer namaz at Jama Masjid on Eid Al-Adha

New Delhi: Devotees on Saturday morning offered namaz at Delhi's Jama Masjid on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. The temperature of devotees was also being checked with thermometer gun, as a precautionary measure to contain the spread of coronavirus.

A large number of devotees flocked Jama Masjid on the occasion.

"We have ensured strong arrangements here. In fact, we have ensured a safe environment in several big and small mosques on this occasion. namaz will be offered at 6:05 am," said Sanjay Bhatia, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP).

"I feel really good to be here on this occasion. Everyone followed lockdown norms and even Muslims had earlier offered namaz at their home, they followed all the rules and regulations. We are still adhering to the rules," said a devotee.

Another devotee, Amanullah told that there is an environment of fear but everyone here followed norms in order to stay safe amid the COVID-19 crisis.

"We are maintaining social distancing. Things have changed this year due to COVID-19,' he added. Eid al-Adha or Bakrid, also known as "Sacrifice Feast" is marked by sacrificing an animal, usually a sheep or a goat to prove their devotion and love for Allah. Post the sacrifice, devotees distribute the offering to family, friends, neighbours and especially to the poor and the needy.

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