Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission has indicated that there are strong chances of the Zilqad 1447 Hijri moon being visible on April 18 across several regions. Moreover, the agency based its prediction on astronomical calculations involving the new moon’s birth and expected visibility conditions. As a result, the upcoming Islamic month is likely […]
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Eid likely on March 21 as Ramadan completes 30 days
Pakistan’s Meteorological Department has predicted that Ramadan will likely complete 30 days this year. Officials say Eidul Fitr is expected to fall on March 21, based on current moon sighting data. The forecast impacts millions across Pakistan preparing for the religious festival. Deputy Director Anjum Nazir said the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet in Islamabad […]
Peshawar hosts central moon-sighting meeting today
Pakistan’s central moon-sighting committee, the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee (RHC), will meet today in Peshawar to determine the start of Ramadan. Unlike many countries using astronomical calculations, Pakistan relies on verified eyewitness sightings of the crescent moon from across the country. The committee will gather testimonies from regional and district-level observers before making an official announcement on […]
Ramazan, eid dates likely to shift this year
Predictions about key Islamic dates in Pakistan have surfaced, as astronomers shared tentative timelines for the Ramazan moon sighting and both Eids, based on lunar movement and visibility conditions. Secretary General of the Ruet-e-Hilal Research Council, Khalid Ijaz Mufti, said astronomical data suggests the Ramazan crescent may be visible on February 18, placing the first […]
Shawwal moon not sighted, Pakistan to celebrate Eid on Saturday
KARACHI: Chairman Ruet-i-Hilal Committee Mufti Muneeb ur-Rehman announced that the Eid ul-Fitr will be celebrated across Pakistan on Saturday as moon for the month of Shawwal was not sighted on Thursday. Friday will be the 30th and final day of Ramazan because the crescent of Shawwal was not sighted today. Mufti Muneeb chaired a meeting […]