Ramadan 2025: crescent moon sighted in Saudi Arabia

Ramadan begins with the crescent moon. Here’s why the official start time can still vary around the world
Ramadan is not uniformly observed globally — the start date can vary by country or even be different mosque to mosque in the same city for a variety of reasons. But it all starts with a sighting of the crescent moon.
Ramadan 2025 Moon Sighting: Know When Will The Crescent Appear And When Will The First Roza Be - March 1 Or 2
February 28 marks the 29th of Shaban. If the moon is sighted today, the first Roza will be on March 1; otherwise, fasting will begin on March 2.
Ramadan 2025 Date LIVE UPDATES: Saudi to observe Roza on Saturday as crescent moon sighted; India on Sunday
The crescent moon has been sighted in Saudi Arabia, with Roza starting from Saturday. In India, Roza begins from Sunday. Japan, Indonesia, Philippines, New Zealand and Australia have also announced the dates for Ramadan.
Ramadan moon sighting highlights: Crescent SEEN in Saudi Arabia, UAE, UK, Australia; Muslims begin fasting from March 1
Ramzan crescent has been sighted in Saudi Arabia, UAE, UK, New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia but India, Pakistan Sri Lanka, Philippines to begin fasting from March 02. Catch all the latest updates here!
Ramadan 2025 LIVE as start date to be announced with crescent moon sighting
However, unlike other religious holidays, Ramadan doesn't start on the same day each year. This is because the Islamic calendar follows the moon's cycle. And what can be even more confusing is that different groups might give slightly different dates for when Ramadan starts,
Ramadan to begin on March 1 as crescent moon seen in Saudi Arabia
The holy month of Ramadan will start on March 1 in Saudi Arabia with the sighting of a new crescent moon. In the Islamic calendar, a new month begins with the crescent moon, which is when the moon appears as a thin sliver.
Ramadan 2025 crescent moon not sighted in Telangana, Muslims to begin fasting from March 02
Muslims in Telangana to begin fasting from March 02 as the Ramzan crescent moon was not sighted in the state tonight.
UAE Confirms Start Date for Ramadan 2025 After Moon Sighting
Muslims prepare for Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection, starting at sunset Friday and ending March 30. Follow Newsweek's live blog.
Ramadan 2025 First Roza Date: Saudi Arabia to observe fast on March 1, 2025
Muslims around the world will begin observing Ramadan on March 01, 2025, as the crescent moon was seen in various countries. However, in India and some other countries, the moon was not visible on February 28,
Ramadan 2025: The Holy Month to Start on Saturday in UAE
The UAE has announced the start of Ramadan on Saturday, Mar. 1, after sighting the moon on Friday evening, Feb. 28. Read More: Abu Dhabi's Flying Taxi Launch Is Just Months Away The news was shared after Muslims in the country were asked to spot the moon.
Ramadan 2025: UAE, Saudi Arabia gear up for crescent moon sighting
Dubai: For the first time ever, the UAE deployed artificial intelligence-powered drones to sight the crescent moon marking the beginning of Ramadan. The innovative approach aimed to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of moon sighting,
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Ramadan 2025: No crescent moon in sight on Friday, Islamic scholars say first Roza to be observed on this day
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When will Ramadan 2025 be announced? Exact time crescent moon could be spotted tonight
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