April 7, 2024 5:59 PM

UAE’s Moon Sighting Committee to Determine Start of Eid Festivities

By: Vinod Kumar (Dubai) As the holy month of Ramadan nears its end, Muslims around the world prepare to celebrate Eid Al Fitr next week. Following a month of fasting and spiritual reflection, this Islamic festival marks a joyous occasion for celebration and community gatherings. The Islamic Hijri calendar, based on lunar cycles, dictates the length of Ramadan, which can last either 29 or 30 days. Traditionally, Muslims seek the crescent moon on the 29th day of each month to determine the end o...