Peshawar: Robbers broke into a National Bank branch on the eve of Eid ul Fitr, taking advantage of weak overnight security arrangements to steal cash and valuables worth over Rs210 million, police officials said on Saturday. Read More: Robbers deprive bank of Rs 7 million The incident took place late Friday night at a branch located on Kohat […]
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Shehbaz, Aliyev call for de-escalation in Gulf conflict
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Ilham Aliyev on Friday called for immediate de-escalation in the Gulf region amid the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran. According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, the two leaders held a telephone conversation on the occasion of Eidul Fitr, during which they […]
Moon not sighted, Eidul Fitr to be marked tomorrow
The Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee said on Thursday that the Shawwal moon had not been sighted and Eidul Fitr would be celebrated on March 21 (tomorrow). Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad made the announcement while addressing a press conference in Islamabad. The press conference followed a meeting of the Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee, and […]
Police issue safety guidelines for Murree tourists this Eid
Authorities in Murree are preparing for a massive influx of tourists over the Eid ul Fitr holidays, with the local police issuing safety and traffic guidelines to ensure smooth operations. Read More: Lahore faces Eid travel chaos According to District Police Officer Dr. Muhammad Raza Tanveer, 400,000 to 500,000 visitors are expected to travel to Murree during […]
Kuwait limits office attendance after Eid ul Fitr
Kuwait has introduced new workplace regulations for government employees following Eid ul Fitr 2026, significantly reducing office attendance and working hours. The directive, issued by the Civil Service Commission (CSC), mandates that no more than 30 percent of employees be physically present in government offices at any given time. The policy aims to provide greater […]
Saudi Arabia to sight Shawwal moon today
Riyadh — Authorities in Saudi Arabia will attempt to sight the Shawwal moon today, marking a key step in determining the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid celebrations. Read More: Shawwal moon not sighted in KSA, Eidul Fitr on April 10 The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia has called on citizens and residents across the […]
Eid celebrations across Pakistan: Political leaders join festivities nationwide
As Eidul Fitr approaches, political leaders across Pakistan are preparing to join the nationwide celebrations. This festive occasion brings together people from all walks of life, including politicians, who will celebrate with their families. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif plans to mark Eid in Lahore, where he will perform Eid prayers at Model Town. Former Punjab […]
Israeli airstrike kills eight, including five children, in Gaza
An Israeli airstrike on Sunday killed at least eight people in Gaza, including five children. The strike hit a house and a tent sheltering displaced people in Khan Yunis. The attack occurred as Palestinians marked the first day of Eid al-Fitr. Gaza’s civil defense agency confirmed the deaths, including the five children. The airstrike happened […]
Karachi to experience hot weather during Eidul Fitr, PMD warns
Karachi is set to experience a rise in temperatures during Eidul Fitr. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicts that daytime temperatures could climb 3°C to 4°C above normal levels. The temperature is expected to reach 38°C starting Monday. Today, the city will experience hot and dry conditions, with temperatures reaching 37°C. The heat will intensify […]
Ruet-e-Hilal committee to meet for Shawwal moon sighting ahead of eid ul fitr
Pakistan’s Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet today to sight the Shawwal moon and confirm Eid ul Fitr. The committee’s announcement will determine if Ramadan has ended and when Eid will be celebrated in Pakistan. The meeting will be chaired by Maulana Syed Muhammad Abdul Khabir Azad at the Ministry of Religious Affairs in Islamabad. Regional […]