Pakistan, Oct. 5 -- The holy month of Ramadan in 2026 is expected to begin on Thursday, February 19, according to preliminary astronomical calculations made by experts from the Emirates Astronomical Society. With only 139 days remaining, anticipation is already building among Muslims worldwide.

Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Emirates Astronomical Society, explained that the new moon of Ramadan will be born on Tuesday, February 17, at 4:01 PM. However, the moon will set just one minute after sunset that evening, making it impossible to sight, which pushes the start of fasting to February 19.

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