IQNA – An international exhibition at the Imam Ali (AS) shrine in Najaf is showcasing over 300 artworks on the occasion of the imam’s birthday.

IQNA – The most important message of the spiritual ritual of Itikaf (religious retreat) for university students is promoting and developing religious culture in universities.

IQNA – A consultation meeting between the Dar ol-Quran of the Holy Shrine of Imam Hussein (AS) and the scholars of the Najaf Seminary was held to prepare for the Sixth International Imam Hussein (AS) Conference.

IQNA – The executive secretary of the 10th Arbaeen International Award announced the receipt of over 31,000 works from 42 countries.

IQNA – The waiting period for Indonesians who are going to take the Hajj pilgrimage may extend up to 49 years.

IQNA – Worshippers near the Prophet’s Mosque are allowed to visit Al Rawda Al Sharifa, home to the tomb of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), and can do so without needing to wait a full year since their last visit.

IQNA – The Astan (custodianship) of Imam Ali (AS) in Najaf, Iraq, will host celebrations for a week marking the first Imam’s birth anniversary.  

IQNA – An Iranian official reports that over 700,000 people have already registered to participate in itikaf rituals, and the number is still growing.

IQNA – A convention is set to be held in Qom to commemorate the efforts of international preachers at Arbaeen procession.

IQNA – An Iranian cleric described the religious ritual of Itikaf (religious retreat) as a path for personal development and building a society based on the teaching of the Quran.

IQNA – The Grand Mosque in Mecca is witnessing a significant increase in the number of worshippers and pilgrims as Saudi Arabia's mid-year school holiday gets underway.

IQNA – Qatar’s Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs' Department of Dawah and Religious Guidance is set to launch the fifth edition of its Principles of Islamic Sciences program, open to both men and women from the public.