Srinagar, June 25 -- The month of Muharram holds a place of deep reverence in Islamic history. It marks not only the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar but also a period of reflection, remembrance, and spiritual awakening for Muslims across the world. Among its significant days, the 8th of Muharram occupies a special and often reflective position within the broader narrative of Karbala, the defining event of sacrifice, resistance, and moral clarity in Islamic tradition.To understand the essence of the 8th Muharram, one must first appreciate the atmosphere of the days leading up to the tragedy of Karbala in 61 AH. Imam Hussain ibn Ali (AS), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), along with his family and a small group of loyal compa...