02 Mar, 11:23 (IST)

Here's the final update on the Ramadan 2025 moon sighting in different countries.Countries Observing First Ramadan 2025 Fast on March 01: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, Palestine, Israel, Japan, Philippines, Brunei, Australia (one section started from March 02), New Zealand (one section started from March 02), Nairobi, Qatar, Bahrain, Yemen, Jordan, Syria, Turkiye, UK, Canada, Indonesia, Egypt, Kuwait, Iraq’s Sunni Endowment, US, France, AfghanistanCountries Observing First Ramadan 2025 Fast on March 02: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Morocco, Australia (one section started from March 01), New Zealand (one section started from March 01)

28 Feb, 20:55 (IST)

The crescent moon has been sighted in UAE. Therefore, Shabaan month concludes and Ramadan 2025 begins in UAE. Muslims in UAE will observe their first Ramadan fast tomorrow, March 01.

28 Feb, 20:42 (IST)

Oman has confirmed March 01 as the first day of Ramadan 2025 as the crescent moon was sighted in the country.

28 Feb, 20:34 (IST)

Ruet-e-Hilal Committee in Pakistan has confirmed that the crescent moon has not been sighted anywhere in the country. Therefore, Shabaan month will conclude on March 01. Muslims in Pakistan shall observe their first Ramadan 2025 fast on March 02.

28 Feb, 20:32 (IST)

The crescent moon has been sighted in Saudi Arabia, marking the beginning of Ramadan 2025. Muslims in Saudi Arabia will observe their first Ramadan 1446 fast on March 01.

28 Feb, 20:17 (IST)

The crescent moon was not sighted in Japan, Philippines and Brunei today, February 28. Therefore, Muslims in these 3 countries will observe the first day of Ramadan 2025 on March 02.

28 Feb, 20:13 (IST)

Authorities in the UAE have deployed AI-powered drones for the Ramadan 2025 moon sighting. A final confirmation on Ramadan 2025 date in UAE is expected shortly. Stay with us to catch Ramadan moon sighting live news updates from Saudi Arabia, UAE and other countries.

28 Feb, 20:02 (IST)

Moon sighting committees in different parts of Saudi Arabia have assembled and are trying to see the crescent moon to determine Ramadan 2025 date. If the moon is sighted today, Ramadan 2025 shall start from March 01 in Saudi Arabia. In case the moon remains unseen, Ramadan fasting will begin from March 02.

28 Feb, 19:48 (IST)

Maulana Khalid Rasheed Farangi Mahali, President of the Markazi Chand Committee and Shahi Imam of Lucknow, declared that the moon was not sighted today, 29th Shabaan 1446, corresponding to February 28, 2025. Therefore, Shabaan shall complete 30 days on March 01. Muslims will begin Ramadan 2025 fast from March 02.

28 Feb, 19:41 (IST)

According to Markazi Jamiat Ahle Hadees, the moon was not sighted anywhere in India today. Therefore, Shabaan month shall complete 30 days on March 01. Subsequently, Ramadan 2025 fasting shall begin from March 02, the religious body announced.

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Mumbai, February 28: Muslims in India, Saudi Arabia and many other countries are gearing up for the Ramadan 2025 moon sighting ritual today, February 28, following which the fasting month, also called Ramzan, would commence. In simple words, Ramadan 2025 date in India, Saudi Arabia and several other countries will be determined based on sighting of the moon this evening, also known as Chand Raat. LatestLY brings to you Ramadan 2025 moon sighting live news updates from Saudi Arabia, India, UAE, Morocco, Qatar, Oman, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Turkey, Indonesia, Malaysia, UK, US, Canada, Australia and other countries.

Why is moon sighting important of Muslims? The Islamic calendar follows the lunar cycle. It means a month lasts for either 29 or 30 days. On the evening of 29th day of each month (Chand Raat), Muslims as well as Ruet-e-Hilal committees (moon sighting panel) look for the crescent moon. If the moon is sighted, the ongoing month concludes and a new month begins from the next day. If the moon is not sighted, a new month starts after the ongoing month completes 30 days. Ramadan Fasting Tips: From Staying Hydrated to Mindful Eating, Things That Can Help You With Fasting in the Holiest Islamic Month.

Ramadan 2025 Date in India, Saudi Arabia and Other Countries

In countries like India, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Indonesia, and Malaysia, February 28th corresponds to the 29th of Shabaan 1446, the month before Ramadan. Accordingly, if the moon is sighted on February 28, Ramadan 1446 shall commence from March 1, 2025 and Muslims will observe their first Roza (fast) on the same day. In case the moon remains invisible on February 28, Shabaan month will complete 30 days on March 1. Subsequently, the first Roza of Ramadan 1446 will be observed on March 2. Ramadan Explained: Why and How Do Muslims Fast? Are There Exemptions From Fasting? What Are Some Cultural and Social Traditions Associated With Ramadan?

Contrary to the general perception, Ramadan is not a festival. It is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. Muslims consider it to be holy month because it is believed that the holy Quran was revealed to prophet Muhammad during this period. During Ramadan, Muslims observe strict fast by abstaining from food, drink and other physical needs from dawn till dusk, everyday. Fasting is mandatory for all adult and healthy Muslims to help them learn self-discipline and self-restraint.

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