Cattle markets thrive as Eid approaches

Cattle markets thrive as Eid approaches

As Eidul Azha approaches, Cattle Markets (Bakra Mandis) have sprouted across Islamabad and Rawalpindi, offering a wide range of sacrificial animals to cater to the growing demand. The twin cities are abuzz with activity as vendors and buyers alike prepare for the festive occasion. The markets, set up in various locations, offer goats, cows and other livestock for sacrifice. Buyers can be seen haggling over prices, inspecting the health and quali…

Over 90,000 sacrificial animals arrive at Northern Bypass Cattle Market

Vendors unloading sacrificial animals in Cattle Market in connection with upcoming Eid-ul-Azha on May 21, 2024. — APPWith just 16 days remaining until Eid-ul-Adha, the number of sacrificial animals at the Northern Bypass Cattle Market had surged past 90,000.The market was bustling with...

Hyderabad to welcome Bakrid with strict vigil

Hyderabad: A high-level coordination meeting was chaired by the city police commissioner, CV Anand, GHMC commissioner RV Karnan and other senior officials at Basheerbagh on Thursday, May 22, for a peaceful and communal Bakrid in Hyderabad, falling on June 6. Several important points, including illegal animal transportation, provisions for round-the-clock veterinary services and garbage disposal measures were discussed. On illegal animal transpor…

There are only a few days left until the second religious holiday of the year. The holiday, where the sacrifice is performed, will be celebrated in June this year. Citizens who are planning their holidays were wondering how many days the holiday will be and whether it will be extended. At this point, while the questions of "How many days is the Eid al-Adha holiday in 2025, has it been extended, has it become 9 days?" were being answered, a last-…

Hyderabad Police Gears Up for Bakrid: Check-Posts, Sanitation, and Security Measures Announced

In preparation for the upcoming Bakrid festival, Hyderabad Police Commissioner CV Anand held a high-level coordination meeting at the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) on Thursday.