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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The date of Eid confirmed in India, know the history of this festival

Eid-ul-Fitr is confirmed to be celebrated on March 21, 2026, in India, following the sighting of the moon.

Mar 20 โ€ข 03:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

When will Eid ul-Fitr be celebrated in your area? The date varies everywhere.

The date for Eid ul-Fitr in 2026 may vary across different Indian states based on the sighting of the moon, and it is expected to fall on either March 20 or 21.

Mar 19 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Sokoto cleric, followers observe Eid despite Sultanโ€™s directive

A cleric in Sokoto defies a directive from the Sultan to observe Eid al-Fitr on a different day, citing moon sightings in Niger Republic.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

When is Eid-ul-Fitr? Know why the date of Eid is different in every state?

As the holy month of Ramadan comes to a close, preparations for Eid-ul-Fitr are underway among the Muslim community in India, with the date varying by state due to different practices of moon sighting.

Mar 19 โ€ข 08:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Don't get caught in Saudi... Is Eid in India tomorrow or the day after?

The Eid festival's timing in India is uncertain as the moon sighting may vary compared to Saudi Arabia, with possibilities for celebration on either March 20 or 21.

Mar 19 โ€ข 03:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Sultan declares Friday Eid, police, NSCDC mobilise nationwide

The Sultanate Council in Nigeria has declared Friday as Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, following the non-sighting of the moon.

Mar 19 โ€ข 00:14 UTC
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National & Local

Sultan declares Friday Eid-el-Fitr

The Sultanate Council of Sokoto has announced that Friday, March 20, 2026, will be the first day of Shawwal 1447AH, marking Eid-el-Fitr in Nigeria after no moon sighting was reported.

Mar 18 โ€ข 21:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Saudi Arabia and Qatar announce Friday as the first day of Eid al-Fitr

Saudi Arabia and Qatar have declared that Friday, March 20, 2026, will be the first day of Eid al-Fitr, following the completion of Ramadan on Thursday, March 19, 2026.

Mar 18 โ€ข 12:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

When is Eid al Fitr 2026 LIVE as Ramadan ends and moonsighters meet

Eid al-Fitr's date for 2026 is anticipated to be confirmed based on the lunar sighting, typically falling on Thursday or Friday following the conclusion of Ramadan.

Mar 18 โ€ข 10:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Last Ramadan Crescent: A Difficult Astronomical Pursuit Before It is Swallowed by the New Moon

The sighting of the last Ramadan crescent is expected to be very challenging due to its positioning just before the new moon.

Mar 17 โ€ข 17:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

When will Eid be celebrated in India, March 20 or 21?

Eid-ul-Fitr in India is expected to be celebrated on either March 20 or 21, 2026, depending on the moon sighting.

Mar 17 โ€ข 07:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Suspense about the date of Eid, know when the moon will be visible?

The date for Eid ul-Fitr hinges on the sighting of the new moon, which is eagerly anticipated as Ramadan comes to a close.

Mar 17 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Will Eid be on March 20? Know on which day the Eid moon will be visible

The article discusses the anticipated sighting of the moon for Eid ul-Fitr 2026, highlighting its significance in the Islamic calendar and the timing differences across countries.

Mar 16 โ€ข 11:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Ramadan has not yet started in these two countries, know what is the major reason

Fiji and New Zealand are delayed in starting Ramadan due to the moon not being sighted, with the holy month beginning there on February 20.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

First Fast Today, Know Who is a Faster and What Are Its Proper Rules

Ramadan has begun with the sighting of the moon on February 18, and today marks the first day of fasting in the holy month for Muslims.

Feb 19 โ€ข 02:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The First Fast is on February 19, Learn the Timing of Suhoor-Iftar in All Major Cities

Ramadan 2026 begins in India with the sighting of the moon, marking the first fast on February 19.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

Why Ramadan starts on different days in different countries

The article explores the reasons behind the varying start dates of Ramadan in different countries.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

In Pictures: Arab and Islamic Countries Celebrate the First Nights of Ramadan

Arab and Islamic capitals celebrated the first night of Ramadan, with ten countries observing fasting starting Wednesday, while others will begin on Thursday due to moon sighting issues.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:21 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Ramadan Starts in Nigeria On Wednesday - Sultanate Council

The Sultanate Council in Nigeria has declared that Ramadan will begin on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, following the sighting of the new moon.

Feb 18 โ€ข 05:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Sultan confirms moon sighting, declares Wednesday first day of Ramadan

The Sultan of Sokoto has announced that Wednesday will be the first day of Ramadan after the crescent moon was sighted across Nigeria.

Feb 17 โ€ข 20:09 UTC
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National & Local

JUST IN: Saudi Arabia sights crescent moon as fasting begins Wednesday

Saudi Arabia has confirmed the sighting of the crescent moon, marking the start of Ramadan on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

Feb 17 โ€ข 17:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

How is the start of Ramadan determined - and does it begin in the UK today?

The start of Ramadan is confirmed in Saudi Arabia, but Muslims in the UK may observe it on different dates due to varying interpretations of moon sightings.

Feb 17 โ€ข 09:46 UTC
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National & Local

Ramadan: Sultan directs moon sighting Tuesday

The Sultan of Sokoto has called on Muslims in Nigeria to search for the new moon of Ramadan on February 17, 2026, and report sightings to the Sultanate Council.

Feb 17 โ€ข 00:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Rare Annular Solar Eclipse on Ramadan Crescent Moon Sighting Day

A rare annular solar eclipse will occur on February 17, 2026, coinciding with the sighting of the Ramadan crescent moon in the Arab and Islamic world.

Feb 14 โ€ข 14:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Wednesday or Thursday? Find out the start date of Ramadan 1447/2026 in Turkey, Oman, Qatar, and Singapore

The Islamic moon sighting calculations indicate that Ramadan 1447 will begin on Thursday, February 19, 2026, after differing assessments from Turkey, Oman, and Singapore.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

When will Eid be celebrated, March 19 or 20? Ramadan begins on this day!

Eid al-Fitr is anticipated to be celebrated either on March 19 or 20, 2026, following the lunar Islamic calendar which determines the exact date based on the sighting of the moon.

Feb 9 โ€ข 08:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

When does Ramadan 2026 start? 10 things you should know about the holy month

Ramadan 2026 is set to start on the evening of either February 17th or 18th, depending on the moon sighting, with millions of Muslims preparing to observe fasting and reflection during this holy month.

Feb 9 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
Life & Tech

When is Ramadan in 2026: key dates

Ramadan in 2026 is anticipated to begin around February 17 and last until March 19, depending on the sighting of the moon.

Feb 5 โ€ข 08:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Solar Eclipse on the Day of Moon Sighting.. When Does Ramadan Begin?

Astronomical data confirm that the crescent moon for Ramadan will not be visible on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, due to a solar annular eclipse occurring that day, which will influence the start of Ramadan on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

Feb 4 โ€ข 10:31 UTC

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