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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rekindling memories! Saira Banu's Eid-al-Adha message honors Dilip Kumar - Calls for compassion and unity
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Veteran actress Saira Banu celebrated Eid-al-Adha with a poignant tribute to her late husband, the legendary Dilip Kumar, through an emotional Instagram post. Sharing rare video clips of their festive gatherings in Mumbai, Banu offered fans a window into the warmth and spirit of Eid celebrations from past years. The clips featured Dilip Kumar joyfully greeting close friends and Bollywood icons such as Amitabh Bachchan, Subhash Ghai, the late Rishi Kapoor, and a young Ranbir Kapoor, capturing the camaraderie of an era gone by. Saira fondly recalled, 'The air would be scented with festive delicacies, the chorus of prayers coming through the walls, and laughter filling every corner.' Their home, she noted, was once a haven of joy and fellowship during Eid, filled with faith and warmth. 00:45 Dilip Kumar and Saira Banu's unmissable pictures A Call for Compassion and Selfless Devotion Referencing the story of Prophet Ibrahim and his son Ismail, she emphasized the value of intention and the willingness to submit to divine will. 'True sacrifice lies not in the act itself,' she wrote, 'but in the intention—the willingness to submit wholeheartedly.' Echoes of a Shared Legacy The veteran star concluded with a universal message: 'May this Eid inspire us to cultivate empathy, extend kindness to those in need, and strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood that unite us all.' Saira Banu is often seen sharing beautiful memories from the past and shares the legacy left behind by her husband, Dilip Kumar. Earlier this year, on Republic Day, Banu also shared memories of Dilip Kumar's advocacy for equality and diversity, values he cherished and lived by. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .


The Star
3 days ago
- General
- The Star
Over 1,000 slaughter permits for Penang
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Veterinary Services Department has issued 1,056 Permit Sembelihan Luar (PSL), which are permits to slaughter animals outside an approved slaughterhouse, throughout the state in conjunction with this year's Hari Raya Aidiladha. Its director Dr Saira Banu Mohamed Rejab said the PSL application started on May 21 and ended on Thursday. 'The PSL involves a total number of animals to be sacrificed, namely 3,363 cows, 19 buffaloes, 777 goats, 56 sheep and five camels in five districts in Penang,' she told Bernama. Saira Banu added that the approval was granted under the Animals (Control of Slaughter) Rules 2009. She reminded those involved in the implementation of the sacrificial ritual to always comply with the law. Saira Banu said the important aspects that need to be adhered to include all outdoor slaughtering must have a valid permit from the state department, the slaughtering process must be carried out in a clean area, have good drainage facilities and does not disturb public order. Muslims in Malaysia will celebrate Aidiladha today.


New Straits Times
4 days ago
- General
- New Straits Times
Penang DVS approves 1,056 outdoor slaughter permits for Aidiladha
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Veterinary Services Department (DVS) has approved 1,056 outdoor slaughter permits (PSL) for Hari Raya Aidiladha this year. Penang DVS director Dr Saira Banu Mohamed Rejab said the approvals were in accordance with the Animals (Control of Slaughter) Rules 2009, which allow animal slaughter outside of licensed abattoirs for religious and customary purposes. "We opened PSL applications from May 21 to yesterday in all five districts in the state. "Seberang Prai Tengah recorded the highest number of permits approved at 375, followed by Seberang Prai Utara at 288, Seberang Prai Selatan at 170, Southwest at 130 and Northeast at 93," she said today. Dr Saira Banu said some 4,220 livestock would be slaughtered for this year's ibadah korban. Of the total livestock, 3,363 are cattle, 777 are goats, 19 are buffaloes, 56 are sheep and five are camels. She said Seberang Prai Tengah recorded the highest number of animals for slaughter at 1,339. She said the Northeast district recorded the highest number of goats for slaughter at 293, as well as five camels. Dr reminded all parties involved to comply with regulations to ensure animal welfare and public hygiene. "Important rules to follow include ensuring the slaughter is carried out by Muslims who are competent and have written authorisation and that the slaughtering site is clean, has proper drainage and does not disturb public peace." She said all animals would undergo ante-mortem and post-mortem inspections by qualified veterinary officers. "Any animal found to be sick or not fit according to Islamic law and veterinary standards will not be allowed to be slaughtered."


The Sun
4 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Aidiladha: Penang JPV issues 1,056 outside slaughter permits this year
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Veterinary Services Department (JPV) has issued 1,056 Permit Sembelihan Luar (PSL), which are permits to slaughter animals outside an approved slaughterhouse, throughout the state in conjunction with this year's Hari Raya Aidiladha, Its director, Dr. Saira Banu Mohamed Rejab, said that the PSL application which started on May 21 and ended yesterday was due to the festival and sacrificial worship tomorrow (June 7). 'The PSL involves a total number of animals to be sacrificed, namely 3,363 cows, 19 buffaloes, 777 goats, 56 sheep, and five camels in five districts in Penang,' she said when contacted by Bernama today. She also said that the permission was granted under the Animals (Control of Slaughter) Rules 2009, and therefore the Penang JPV reminds all parties involved in the implementation of the sacrificial ritual to always comply with all the provisions of the law. Saira Banu said that the important things that need to be adhered to include all outdoor slaughtering must have a valid permit from the state JPV, the slaughtering process must be carried out in a clean area, have good drainage facilities, and does not disturb public order. Muslims in Malaysia will celebrate Aidiladha tomorrow.


The Sun
4 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Penang issues 1,056 outdoor slaughter permits for Aidiladha
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Veterinary Services Department (JPV) has issued 1,056 Permit Sembelihan Luar (PSL), which are permits to slaughter animals outside an approved slaughterhouse, throughout the state in conjunction with this year's Hari Raya Aidiladha, Its director, Dr. Saira Banu Mohamed Rejab, said that the PSL application which started on May 21 and ended yesterday was due to the festival and sacrificial worship tomorrow (June 7). 'The PSL involves a total number of animals to be sacrificed, namely 3,363 cows, 19 buffaloes, 777 goats, 56 sheep, and five camels in five districts in Penang,' she said when contacted by Bernama today. She also said that the permission was granted under the Animals (Control of Slaughter) Rules 2009, and therefore the Penang JPV reminds all parties involved in the implementation of the sacrificial ritual to always comply with all the provisions of the law. Saira Banu said that the important things that need to be adhered to include all outdoor slaughtering must have a valid permit from the state JPV, the slaughtering process must be carried out in a clean area, have good drainage facilities, and does not disturb public order. Muslims in Malaysia will celebrate Aidiladha tomorrow.