Supreme Court Stays Madras HC Ban on Cow Slaughter in Tamil Nadu
The Supreme Court has stayed the Madras High Court's blanket ban on cow and calf slaughter in Tamil Nadu. This decision is seen as a win for the Tamil Nadu government.
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The Supreme Court has stayed the Madras High Court's blanket ban on cow and calf slaughter in Tamil Nadu. This decision is seen as a win for the Tamil Nadu government.
The main accused in the Ghaziabad teen murder case, Asad, was shot dead by Uttar Pradesh police in an encounter after allegedly opening fire indiscriminately.
A man from Kerala has returned home after spending 20 years in a Saudi jail and facing a death sentence, following the payment of 34 crore rupees in blood money. His homecoming coincided with Eid, marking the end of a two-decade ordeal.

Union minister Ramdas Athawale criticized right-wing groups for unrest during Bakrid, stating that 'Muslims are Indians, not Aurangzeb’s children' in response to communal tensions.
The Governor, Chief Minister, and Jagan of Andhra Pradesh have extended their greetings for the Bakrid festival.

This article provides wishes, images, quotes, and greetings for Eid al-Adha Mubarak 2026, also known as Bakrid, for loved ones.

A decades-old goat market in Varanasi has been sealed ahead of the Bakrid festival, leading to protests from traders.

A collection of images, quotes, and messages for Happy Bakrid and Eid al-Adha Mubarak, providing greetings and status updates for the upcoming celebration.

Delhi University has informed the Delhi High Court that students wishing to observe Bakrid will be permitted to appear for their examinations after July 4.

The Bakrid goat trade at Deonar mandi has been negatively affected by rising fuel costs and increased police crackdowns, impacting traders and sales.
Tension erupted in Mira Road, Thane, as residents clashed over goats kept in a housing society for Bakrid sacrifices, following calls from Mumbai's mayor and BJP leaders to ban animal sacrifice in residential complexes.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued directives for Bakri Eid, emphasizing vigilance and regulating animal sacrifice to prevent it in public places.
The West Bengal government has revised its earlier order, reducing the Bakrid holiday to a single day on May 28. This decision cancels previously announced dates for the festival.
The Delhi government issued an advisory and warnings ahead of Bakrid, prohibiting the sacrifice of cows and camels in public places. Authorities emphasized strict action against illegal slaughter and public animal sacrifices during the festival.

Details regarding the date of Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, for the year 2026 in India have been announced.
The Vijay-led Tamil Nadu government has moved the Supreme Court to challenge the Madras High Court's ban on cow slaughter, including during Bakrid. The state argues that the ban contradicts existing state laws.

The accused behind the murder of a 17-year-old in Ghaziabad's Khoda has been killed following an encounter with the police in the early hours of Sunday.

Sarasbaug, a key park in Pune, was shut down for two days following the Bakrid festival, with officials stating the closure was mandated by a police order.

Mumbai has deployed 550 police personnel and is monitoring social media to ensure peaceful Bakrid celebrations and maintain communal harmony across the region.

Banks in various Indian cities will be closed today in observance of Bakrid (Eid al-Adha), with a state-wise list of closures provided.

Following an incident in Mira Road, disputes over Bakrid goat sacrifices have spread across various housing societies in Mumbai.
Leaders in Tamil Nadu have extended Bakrid greetings, emphasizing the values of sacrifice, harmony, and coexistence associated with the festival.
Delhi authorities have deployed rapid response teams across all districts to prevent illegal animal sacrifice and cruelty, implementing strict guidelines ahead of Bakrid.

The Delhi government has established teams to monitor and prevent illegal animal sacrifice and sales ahead of the Bakrid festival. This measure aims to ensure compliance with regulations regarding animal welfare and public health during the religious observance.
A guide provides 50 ready-to-use Eid Mubarak wishes for Eid-ul-Adha 2026, offering messages for family, friends, and professional contacts to help navigate the flurry of greetings.

The Yogi Adityanath government has issued tough guidelines for the upcoming Bakrid festival, explicitly prohibiting namaz and animal sacrifice on public roads.

The chief of the BJP's minority panel has urged Muslims to refrain from slaughtering cows during the upcoming Bakrid festival.

Iqbal Ansari, a former litigant in the Babri Masjid case, has appealed to the Muslim community to avoid cow sacrifice during Bakrid, emphasizing the importance of respecting neighbors' religious sentiments to maintain social harmony.

The Calcutta High Court has granted protection to Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee in a First Information Report (FIR) related to remarks he made at a poll rally.

Authorities in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, have booked 40 individuals for allegedly offering namaz on a public road during the Bakrid festival.

Five friends returning from a Bakrid feast were killed when their car crashed into a parked lorry on a Karnataka highway. The accident was reportedly caused by a tire burst.

A BJP corporator was detained amidst a protest related to Bakrid at Durgadi Fort in Kalyan, India.

A BJP leader has called for action from the BMC, alleging illegal animal slaughter in Mumbai localities during the Eid Al-Adha (Bakra Eid) festival, which is observed on May 28 this year.

Residents of a Mira Road society in Mumbai express fear and concern after communal tensions erupted ahead of the Bakrid festival. They describe it as a first-time incident that has tarnished their society's image.

Muslims globally celebrated Eid al-Adha with prayers, family meals, and outings, while leaders in various countries urged tolerance, unity, and sacrifice. The celebrations were notably impacted in some regions by high costs of rams and blockades affecting sheep supply.
Tensions flared in a Mira Road housing society ahead of Bakrid due to a dispute over the legality of animal sacrifice within the residential complex. The controversy involved protests and police intervention regarding goats brought into the society for the festival.

A dispute over a Bakrid goat led to communal tension at a housing society in Mira Road, Mumbai, prompting the deployment of 200 police personnel to the area.
Tensions flared in Mira Road, Mumbai, ahead of Bakri Eid after goats were removed from a housing society following protests and viral videos. Authorities removed 40-50 goats, with residents calling for designated sacrifice sites.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has postponed the CUET UG 2026 exam, originally scheduled for May 28, due to the Id-ul-Zuha holiday. New dates for the crucial undergraduate admissions exam will be announced soon.

Muslim organizations in Uttar Pradesh are advocating for the cow to be declared a 'national animal' ahead of Bakrid, with some planning to meet the Prime Minister and Chief Minister.

The Indian government has issued a fresh order, shifting the public holiday for Eid-ul-Azha (Bakrid) in 2026 from May 27 to May 28 for government offices.

A mob assaulted cattle transporters and police officers in Telangana ahead of Bakrid, leading to the arrest of nine individuals involved in the incident.