The holy month of Ramadan will begin on March 1, after the crescent Moon was spotted in the UAE. The sighting signals the start of the next month according to the Hijri calendar, implying that the month of Shaban will end at 29 days.

Ramadan 2025 is expected to start on March 1 or March 2 depending on the crescent moon sighting. The beginning of fasting will be confirmed by local committees in Saudi Arabia, UAE, India, and Pakistan.

Ramadan, also known as Ramzan or Ramzaan, is the ninth and holiest month in the Islamic lunar calendar. It is a time of fasting, prayer, self-reflection, and spiritual growth for Muslims around the world.

Dubai Police announced on Friday the return of the ‘Ramadan Games' running from March 1 to March 22, with total cash prize exceeding Dh800,000. “The tournament aims to promote a sports culture during the holy month of Ramadan,