India, Feb. 13 -- Muslims worldwide are gearing up for Ramadan 2026, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. This sacred period is dedicated to fasting, prayers, community bonding, and spiritual reflection. Following Islamic tradition, the precise start and end dates of Ramadan depend on the sighting of the crescent moon (hilal), with official announcements made shortly before the month begins. (Also read: Ramadan 2026 date and timetable: Will fasting begin on February 18 or 19? See namaz timings for Saudi Arabia, India, UK )

Ramadan 2026 in the UAE is expected to begin on Thursday, February 19, as per Dubai's Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD), with the official date confirmed after the crescent moon sig...