Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The UAE's Ramadan Crescent Sighting Committee announced on Thursday, February 27, that it will hold its meeting at the Ramadan 2025 is just around the corner, and as the city prepares for the Holy Month, there are plenty of important updates to keep in mind. From the official moon sighting and adjusted work hours to Dubai Metro schedules, paid parking timings, school distance learning updates, and where to witness the iconic Ramadan cannon—use this as your guide to stay informed on all the latest updates. Saudi Arabia, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Turkey, Jordan and other Arab states will sight the Ramadan 2025 Moon (Ramadan Moon Sighting 1446) today i.e. Friday Stay updated with the latest Ramadan news in the UAE at Khaleej Times. Explore articles on Ramadan events, celebrations, special announcements, and insights into how the holy month is Ramadan 2025 is expected to begin on Saturday, March 1 according to astronomers Ramadan in UAE is expected to begin on March 1 as the crescent moon will be visible on February 28, according to the UAE Astronomy Centre. Director Mohammed Shawkat Odeh confirms the likely Ramadan brings changes to daily routines across various sectors, including office schedules, school timings, Salik peak-hour toll charges, and paid parking. Here's an overview of what to expect Chaired by Abdullah bin Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi, the minister of Justice, the committee will meet after Maghrib prayers at Abu Dhabi Judicial Department to witness the first sighting of the crescent Moon. If a new crescent Moon is seen, Ramadan is declared to begin the following day. Dubai: The holy month of Ramadan is seven weeks away, with astronomers predicting its start on March 1, 2025, Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Emirates Astronomy Society, said. The beginning of Shaaban, the eighth month of the Islamic calendar, serves as a time of spiritual preparation for Muslims worldwide ahead of the holy month of Ramadan. Astronomers in the UAE have confirmed the sighting of the Shaaban moon, marking the official start of the next Islamic month on Friday, January 31. Ramadan timetable 2025: Find here UAE prayer timetable, Imsak timings, Iftar timings for Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah, Ajman and Ras Al-Khaimah Get the latest news on Ramadan, including prayer times, dates, and fasting rules from The National. Ramadan 2025: Iftars under Dh300 in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. If Ramadan lasts 29 days, the UAE can expect a 4-day public holiday. If it extends to 30 days, the break will likely stretch to 5 days. Also read: UAE: AED 500 Fines You Can Get During Ramadan. What To Expect In The UAE For The Eid Al Fitr Public Holiday. The UAE typically grants public holidays from Ramadan 29 to Shawwal 3. Based on this: Dubai has announced an update to the school day for students across the emirate during Ramadan. Private school students will have the option of remote learning on Fridays throughout the month of fasting. The announcement was made on Thursday February 27 and follows the directives laid out by Sheikh The UAE has announced reduced working hours for private sector employees during the month of Ramadan. Working hours will be reduced by two hours across the UAE, as per the Ministry of Human The Filipino Times is the largest digital news portal for Filipinos in the Middle East and the biggest free newspaper in the United Arab Emirates. www.Filipinotimes.net receives an average of 4.5 million pageviews and 8 million impressions per month, and has a global footprint in 236 countries around the world. As preparations for Ramadan 2025 gather pace, the UAE has introduced several changes to make the holy month smoother for residents. These adjustments include reduced work hours, free parking during iftar, and altered school schedules, all designed to ease daily routines during this sacred period of fasting and prayer. Car brands and dealerships in the UAE roll out incredible Ramadan car offers, making it one of the best times of the year to buy a new car. From cashback offers and zero downpayment deals to free insurance, extended warranties, and service plans, Ramadan 2025 car offers in the UAE cater to a wide range of buyers. Ramadan 2025 is expected to start on March 1, contingent upon the moon sighting on February 28. Muslim communities in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, India, and Pakistan will determine the start based on
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