Countries around the world have announced the dates for Eid ul Fitr 2026 based on the sighting of the Shawwal moon, with celebrations set to fall on different days in various regions. Read More: Punjab government declares five holidays for Eid–ul–Fitr 2026 Several countries, including Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and Turkey, will […]
Ramadan
Gulf countries call for Shawwal moon sighting for Eid 2026
Authorities in Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar have urged Muslims to observe the crescent moon that will mark the beginning of Shawwal and signal the end of Ramadan ahead of Eid ul Fitr 2026. Read More: Saudi Arabia to sight Shawwal moon today In Oman, the Oman News Agency reported that the Main Committee for Moon Sighting […]
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 […]
Qatar announces seven-day public holiday for Eidul Fitr 2026
Doha — The Government of Qatar has announced a seven-day holiday for public sector employees to celebrate Eidul Fitr 2026, providing an extended break at the conclusion of Ramadan. Read More: Govt announces Eid holidays for offices from March 20-21 According to a statement issued by the Amiri Diwan, the public holiday for government departments, ministries, and […]
Ramadan: A Month of Sacrifice and Compassion
As the crescent moon ushers in the holy month of Ramadan this year, it finds a world still grappling with profound fractures. From the remnants of the devastating 2025 floods in South Asia to the rising cost of living in the United States, the global landscape is one of stark contrasts. Ramadan arrives at a […]
Ramadan and Our Deeds
The blessed month of Ramadan has begun with its countless blessings and mercies. It is a source of joy that Allah the Almighty, in His infinite grace, has granted us the opportunity to witness and benefit from the blessings of Ramadan once again this year. For Muslims, it is truly glad tidings that Allah has […]
Why Ramadan Feels More Expensive Every Year?
Ramadan has already begun across Pakistan, and with it has returned a familiar anxiety that has little to do with fasting and everything to do with affordability. Markets are crowded, fruit vendors are busy, grocery stores are full, yet beneath the visible activity lies a quiet concern shared by millions of households: why does Ramadan […]
Dubai preserves Ramadan tradition with daily cannon blasts
DUBAI — As Ramadan approaches, residents and visitors in Dubai continue to experience a centuries-old tradition: announcing iftar with cannon fire. While many Pakistani cities such as Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad have seen the pre-dawn drumbeats of sehri fade from urban life, Dubai has maintained its historic ritual throughout the holy month. Read More: Eid […]
Israeli police arrest Al-Aqsa Mosque imam amid rising tensions
Israeli authorities have arrested Sheikh Mohammed al-Abbasi, the imam of Al-Aqsa Mosque, from inside the mosque’s courtyards, Palestinian sources reported on Monday evening. No official reason for the detention was provided. Read More: Al–Aqsa preacher’s voice echoes across Jerusalem devoid of ramadan crowds According to the Palestinian news agency Wafa, the arrest comes amid escalating […]
BISP raises stipends for 10m families before Ramadan
Pakistan’s flagship social protection initiative, the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), has announced an increase in stipends across its major schemes ahead of Ramadan, providing additional financial relief to around 10 million beneficiary families nationwide. Read More: Over Rs 83 billion disbursed among Benazir Kafaalat beneficiaries BISP Chairperson Rubina Khalid said the quarterly payment under […]