Tag: Islamic Calendar
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UAE Begins Countdown to Ramadan 2026, Expected to Start February 19
Astronomers predict Ramadan 2026 will begin on February 19 in the UAE, lasting 29 days. Residents can expect shorter fasting hours and a three-day Eid Al Fitr weekend from March 20–22, marking the country’s first public holiday of the year
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UAE Deploys AI and Drones for Crescent Moon Sighting Ahead of Shawwal
This year, five AI-powered national observatories will play a pivotal role in the crescent sighting process: Al-Khatim Astronomical Observatory, Jabal Hafeet Observatory, Dubai Crescent Observatory, Sharjah Astronomical Observatory, and Ras Al Khaimah Observatory
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UAE Residents Anticipate Five-Day Break for Eid Al Adha Amid Rising Travel Demand
This annual observance marks Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha, two of the holiest days in the Islamic calendar, and is traditionally celebrated with extended family gatherings, feasts, and, increasingly, travel