It has been confirmed that Monday, May 6 will be the first day of Ramadan in the UAE.
An official moon-sighting committee met in Abu Dhabi on Sunday evening after Maghrib prayers to determine the start of the Holy Month.
Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar (Hijri) when Muslims around the world fast from dawn to sunset.
The month will end (usually 29 or 30 days) when the next crescent moon is sighted, also marking the start of Eid Al Fitr.
UAE makes rail history as first passenger train arrives in Abu Dhabi
The UAE has made history as the first passenger train from Fujairah arrived in Abu Dhabi's Mohamed bin Zayed City Station at 7:15 am on Tuesday.
Dubai strengthens focus on future-ready education
Dubai is moving ahead with new education initiatives aimed at strengthening learning outcomes, improving student wellbeing and equipping learners with future-ready skills.
Dubai rolls out traffic upgrades at 28 locations
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UAE fuel prices to drop in July
Motorists will pay less at the pump in July, the UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed on Tuesday.
