New Delhi, March 29 -- This year, the Australian Fatwa Council has officially announced that Ramadan 1446 AH will complete 30 days, with Eid-ul-Fitr falling on Monday, March 31, 2025. The Grand Mufti of Australia, Dr Ibrahim Abu Mohamad, confirmed that astronomical calculations and global observations indicate that the Shawwal crescent will not be visible before sunset on March 29, meaning the following day remains part of Ramadan 2025.

This method of determining the start of Eid follows well-established scholarly principles, balancing traditional moon sighting with modern astronomical calculations. While different Islamic communities may follow varying methods, the underlying spirit remains the same: a collective moment of joy and devot...