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Dawoodi Bohras in East Africa -Largest Religious Congregation (Ashara Mubaraka 1438) in over three decades

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The city will be host to the largest religious congregation in over three decades Ashara Mubaraka are the first 10 days of Moharram, that mark the martyrdom of Imam Husain AS, grandson of Prophet Mohammed SAW, that took place fourteen centuries ago. This is a very important religious and spiritual event in the Dawoodi Bohra Calendar. Each year, Dawoodi Bohras across the world observe Ashara Mubaraka by attending religious sermons, mourning the tragedy of Karbala and remembering the supreme sacrifice of Imam Husain AS. Imam Husain AS refused to pledge allegiance to Yazeed, a tyrannical ruler who had transgressed all that Islam stood for and had established a reign of oppression after coming to power. In the battle of Karbala, Imam Husain AS along with seventy two of his followers including his family fought bravely on the scorching sands of Karbala and acquired martyrdom. The oppressors had totally denied them food and water for 3 consecutive days and even Imam Husai

Old Bombay (Mumbai) in 1920 - 1958 - 1967 Rare footage - Must Watch (Specially Bhendi Bazaar)

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The city is a modern metropolis whose history is now fast fading into obscurity. Although many may not know the story about the birth of this beautiful city, Mumbaikars are passionate about their rich past and heritage.  Photo courtesy :midday.com The name Mumbai is an eponym, derived from the name of a local Goddess called Mumbadevi. The history of this beautiful city dates back to the formation of the seven islands, namely Colaba, Mazagaon, Mahim, Parel, Bombay Island, Worli and Old Woman's Island. This group of islands infact formed a part of the kingdom of Ashoka, the famed Buddhist emperor of India. Following the death of the king, the ownership of these islands was passed on and they were later colonized by a number of different rulers. From the early 19th century, the city went under a massive reconstruction and also experienced a boost in the economy during the American Civil War. Apart from the reconstruction and the ownership, Mumbai (previously called Bomba

When You Arrive at Dare ssalam for Ashara Mubaraka 1438 - Helpdesk

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*Q1. Where is the Masjid & Mawaid Situated?* Hakimi Masjid – Magore Road, Annadil Burhani Grounds Saifee Masjid – Zanaki / Kaluta Street Daimond Jubilee (Mawaid) – Magore / Malik road *Q2.Where is the location for Registration upon arrival in DAR ES SALAAM.* Those arriving by AIR , IMMEDIATELY after customs clearance, khidmat guzar will lead them to the bus, and you will be taken to the Arrival Scanning Centres. Those arriving by FERRY (from Zanzibar) , should go to Saifee Masjid for Arrival Scanning. Those arriving by ROAD , should go to Central Office (Girl Guides Building) for Arrival Scanning *Q3. For registration on ITS website , mumineen coming via boat should enter flight details as follow ?* DURING REGISTRATION ON ITS52 WEBSITE , IF ARRIVING BY BOAT CHOOSE AIR OPTION AND ENTER AIRLINE NAME AS AZAM MARINE WITH FLIGHT NO : 53 *Q4.I have lost my ITS card so whom should I contact?* Please contact the ITS Head Office in Dar es Salaam and collect your card from there. O

Ashara Mubaraka - Daressalam 1438 -All Imp Traveling Information

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ASHARA MUBARAKA DARESSALAM 1438 Flights Information Flight options into Tanzania are as follows Kilimanjaro Airport - 12 hour drive to Dar es Salaam Zanzibar Airport - 3 hours boat ferry to Dar es Salaam Flight options into Tanzania via Kenya. Flights are available frequently between Nairobi and Dar es Salaam. Mumineen who are in transit in Nairobi, arrangements have been made for their transit stay by Nairobi Jamaat Mumineen. Kindly click on this link Here and register your information with them It is 20 hour drive from Nairobi to Dar es salaam by bus. It is a 10 hour drive from Mombasa to Dar es Salaam by bus. Those flying on to Mombasa or Nairobi, please note. This is a different country. If you do not have a direct connecting flight from there to Dar es Salaam, you will have to pay for Kenyan visa AND Tanzanian visa upon arrival in Dar es Salaam. TANZANIAN CURRENCY  LOCAL TRANSPORT Making Your Way Around Dar Es Salaam - Local Transport TAXI You

Extreme Floods in 2016

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The bridge, which crossed part of the Tinau River in the city of Butwal, was completely destroyed. In the video, people on the bank whistle and wave to warn people on the other side of the potential collapse. According to the Himalayan Times, a police team was attempting to rescue people on the bank of the river when the bridge collapsed. Further heavy rainfall has been observed in various parts of  the country over the last 48 hours. The country has already  experienced severe flooding in several areas, including the  counties.