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Police sources revealed that a man named Premji extensively researched the effects of zinc phosphide on the human body using Google and AI, leading to poison pills at Mumbai's Muharram procession. He had easy access to the substance.
A 16-year-old boy was severely injured during a Muharram procession in Rajnagar, Madhubani, Bihar, when a sword slipped from a performer's hand and penetrated his head by nearly two-and-a-half inches.
Police in Ujjain have taken action after a video surfaced showing fireworks being set off from a van hanging from a crane during a Muharram procession.
Karachi Traffic Police have issued a detailed traffic plan, including alternative routes, for commuters as several roads will be closed for the 8th, 9th, and 10th Muharram processions.
Muharram processions and gatherings in Islamabad will be digitally monitored through drones, with all venues and routes geo-tagged for security.
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly distributing nearly 15,000 zinc phosphide-laced pills at a Muharram procession, with police stating his intention was to kill 15,000 people.
Two 12-year-old children were killed and eight others injured when a house roof collapsed during a Muharram procession in Lucknow. The incident occurred amidst the religious observance.
A shocking video from Ujjain showed a van hoisted 40 feet by a crane and detonated with firecrackers during a Muharram procession, leading police to book four individuals for endangering public safety.
Karachi implemented a comprehensive traffic plan for 8-10 Muharram, resulting in major roads, including MA Jinnah Road, being closed as processions took over the streets.
The Chief Minister of Pakistan has directed all departments to ensure seamless arrangements, foolproof security, and uninterrupted services for Muharram processions and majalis across the province.
Fayyaz Premji allegedly secured help from others for a plot involving toxic pills at a Mumbai Muharram procession by falsely branding his activity as a "noble deed."
Three individuals died and ten were injured in Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, after a Tazia procession came into contact with a power line.
During a Muharram procession in Badnagar, Madhya Pradesh, a car was lifted 40 feet into the air and 'blown up' as part of a stunt performed in front of a large crowd.
Thousands of personnel have been deployed as authorities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) and Balochistan tighten security measures for Muharram processions. Cities are being fortified to ensure safety during the religious observances.
A comprehensive security and coordination plan has been finalized for Muharram-ul-Haram processions and Majalis in Balochistan. Authorities and religious scholars agreed to ensure a peaceful atmosphere during the holy month.