Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Eid al-Fitr 2024: Is tomorrow Eid in the UK

Eid al-Fitr 2024

Muslims worldwide are eagerly anticipating the celebration of Eid al-Fitr this week following a month of fasting during Ramadan. As the holy month draws to a close, attention turns to the sighting of the new moon, which signals the start of Eid al-Fitr and its joyous feasting tradition. Dedicated moon-sighting teams in various regions are … Read more

Eid Al Fitr 2024: Free Parking Announced For Eid Holidays in UAE

Eid Al Fitr 2024: Free Parking Announced For Eid Holidays in UAE

Parking in Dubai will be free for six days during Eid al-Fitr, from the 29th of Ramadan to the 3rd of Shawaal. The RTA announced that vehicle testing centers will be open on Ramadan 29 and Shawwal 3. Dubai Metro will operate from 5 a.m. to 1 a.m. on most days during April 6–14. Parking … Read more

State Bank of Pakistan will not issue new currency for Eid al-Fitr 2024

Banks to stay closed in Pakistan on first day of Ramadan 2025

State Bank of Pakistan won’t issue new currency for Eid, surprising the public. Central bank’s decision breaks Eid currency tradition, disappoints many. Private banks follow State Bank’s policy, leading to emergence of currency mafia. The State Bank of Pakistan has decided not to follow its usual practice of issuing new currency notes during Eid al-Fitr, … Read more

UAE’s Total Solar Eclipse on April 8 Could Influence Moon Sighting for Eid Al Fitr 2024

Eid Al Fitr

The Emirates Astronomical Association predicts that Eid Al Fitr 2024 will likely begin on April 10, due to the challenge of spotting the crescent moon of Shawwal, which marks the end of Ramadan. This forecast is based on the expected total solar eclipse on April 8, according to Ibrahim Al Jarwan, the association’s Chairman. On … Read more