Live updates on Ramadan month observation dates, timings in 2026: Ramadan, also known as Ramzan, Ramzan, or Ramazan, is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar (Hijri) calendar. It begins with the observation of the crescent moon, marking the beginning of a period of fasting, prayer and reflection observed by Muslims around the world.
Generally, the crescent moon is first witnessed in the United Arab Emirates, Gulf countries such as Saudi Arabia, India and parts of the Western world, while Ramadan begins in India one day later.
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Ramadan start and end dates in 2026: Ramadan timetable, fasting, moon viewing, importance, etc.
In Gulf countries such as the UAE and Saudi Arabia, Ramadan is scheduled to begin today, Wednesday, February 18th.
However, in India, some South Asia, and Western countries, Ramadan will begin tomorrow, Thursday, February 19th, following today’s moon viewing.
As the 2026 Ramadan observance approaches, stay tuned for updates.
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