Crescent moon of Dhul Hijjah not sighted in Bhatkal, Eid ul Adha on June 29
Bhatkal: The Qazis of the Bhatkal moon sighting committee announced on Sunday that the crescent moon for the Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah was not sighted in Bhatkal and the surrounding areas. As a result, June 19 will be considered the 30th day of Dhul Qadah.
The official announcement confirmed that Eid-ul-Adha, will be celebrated on June 29. This important religious festival commemorates the willingness of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. Muslims around the world gather for communal prayers, partake in festive meals, and engage in acts of charity and generosity during this auspicious occasion.
Furthermore, the day of Arafah or the Day of Hajj will be observed on June 28. This day holds immense significance for Muslim pilgrims performing the Hajj, as they gather at the plain of Arafat to seek forgiveness, offer prayers, and engage in intense spiritual reflection. It is a time of profound devotion and supplication for believers embarking on this sacred pilgrimage.
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Christmas decorations vandalised by VHP activists at school in Nalbari; Tension in area
Nalbari: Tension prevailed in the Panigaon area of Nalbari district on December 24 after members of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal allegedly entered the premises of St Mary’s School and vandalised materials prepared for Christmas celebrations.
According to local sources, activists of the VHP and Bajrang Dal entered the school campus ahead of Christmas and raised slogans inside the premises. It is alleged that Christmas-related decorations and materials kept within the school compound were damaged and set on fire.
Eyewitnesses said that members of the Bajrang Dal were the first to enter the campus, during which they allegedly raised slogans such as “Jai Shri Ram,” “Jai Hindu Rashtra,” and “Bharat Mata Ki Jai,” and burnt items prepared for Christmas celebrations. The incident created panic among local residents and led to concerns over law and order in the area. No injuries have been reported so far.
The incident comes amid reports of similar acts in Nalbari town in recent days, where Christmas decorations displayed at several commercial establishments were allegedly set on fire.
Reacting to the incident, fact-checker Mohammed Zubair said on social media that VHP and Bajrang Dal activists entered St Mary’s School on Christmas Eve, raised slogans and destroyed Christmas decorations. His post drew attention to the incident and sparked wider discussion online.
Police have not yet issued an official statement on the incident. Further details are awaited.
On Christmas Eve, Vishva Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal goons entered St. Mary’s School in Panigaon, Nalbari, chanting slogans like “Jai Shri Ram” and “Jai Hindu Rashtra.” They destroyed and set fire to all Christmas decorations prepared at the school. pic.twitter.com/LQHV7FWUvz
— Mohammed Zubair (@zoo_bear) December 24, 2025
