Published on, Sept. 5 -- September 5, 2025 4:15 PM

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced it will close on Saturday, September 6, 2025. This closure is for Eid Milad-un-Nabi, the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The day corresponds to the 12th of Rabi-ul-Awwal in the Islamic lunar calendar. The bank's closure allows staff and customers to observe the religious occasion.

Earlier, the Sindh government declared two public holidays on September 5 and 6 for the same event. Following this, the federal government announced a public holiday on September 6 nationwide. These announcements ensure citizens have time to participate in celebrations and prayers.

The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee confirmed that the moon for Rabi-ul-A...