Srinagar, Aug. 7 -- In a strongly worded statement, Grand Mufti of Jammu and Kashmir, Mufti Nasir-ul-Islam, on Wednesday issued a fatwa against the sale and consumption of suspected haram (forbidden) meat products in the Valley, warning the public against items such as momos, kebabs, and frozen meat of uncertain origin.

Addressing the people through a formal video message, the Grand Mufti thanked the public for supporting his previous appeal and reiterated the religious obligation of consuming only halal (permissible) meat, clearly stating that "earning or eating haram is not permissible under any circumstance."

Without naming any particular brand or vendor, the top cleric cautioned that many food items available in the market might be ...