Ramadan: Check Sehri, Iftar timings for tomorrow, Feb 24, for Delhi, Bengaluru, Guwahati, Hyderabad and other cities

Muslims around the world are celebrating Ramadan (Ramazan/Ramzaan/Ramzan) — a sacred month dedicated to fasting, prayer and spiritual reflection. The start of the holy month of Ramadan was marked by the sighting of the crescent moon on Wednesday, in India. This deeply cherished tradition dates back centuries and is an event that holds profound religious significance.

What does Ramadan signify beyond fasting?

Ramadan is not only about abstaining from food and drink from dawn to dusk; it is also a period of self-discipline, generosity and spiritual reflection. The holy month strengthens bonds within families and communities, as people gather for Sehri (the pre-dawn meal) and Iftar (the meal to break the fast at sunset). These shared moments promote unity, gratitude and a deeper sense of purpose.

Alongside devotion and discipline, the Ramadan timetable plays a vital role in guiding daily observance. For millions of worshippers, it serves as more than a practical schedule—it acts as a framework for maintaining spiritual consistency throughout the month.

The timetable ensures that Sehri and Iftar are observed at the correct times and that prayers—including the special Taraweeh prayers—are performed punctually. By following this structured routine, Muslims across different regions and cultures remain connected in a shared rhythm of worship, even while observing the fast in their respective time zones.

Sehri and Iftar timings of Ramadan 2026

The Sehri and Iftar timings change by a few minutes each day in accordance with the sunrise and sunset timings. It is different for different cities.

Sehri is the pre-fast meal before sunrise, beginning Thursday. Each day of fasting finishes with iftar, after sunset.

The Sehri and Iftar timings change by a few minutes each day in accordance with the sunrise and sunset timings. It is different for different cities.

What are the Sehri and Iftar timings for February 24?

Will there be two Ramadan in 2030?

For most of the nations in the Northern Hemisphere, the fasting duration is shorter this year and will continue to decrease until 2031, when Ramadan will encompass the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, Al Jazeera reported.

For fasting Muslims living south of the equator, the number of fasting hours will be longer than last year, the report said.

Because the lunar year is 11 days shorter than the solar year, Ramadan will be observed twice in 2030 – first beginning on 5 January and then on 26 December.

Ramadan 2026: Significance of the holy month

The fasting from dawn to the sunset is regarded as a profound act of worship that fosters self-discipline, devotion and mindfulness.

During the month, believers abstain from food and drink to strengthen the faith, and focus on the spiritual growth. Ramadan is also widely perceived as a time for self-reflection, a time for seeking of forgiveness and a time for purification of the soul.

The holy month also helps in reinforcing social relationships as Families and community members come together to have the evening meal which breaks the fasts (iftar).

How is Ramadan celebrated in India, Saudi Arabia and across the world?

In India, Ramadan is marked by the high spirited evening markets and large iftar gatherings with traditional meals such as kebabs, biryani and dates. Mosques hold special nightly prayers of Taraweeh, and charity, as well as food distribution are important aspects.

In Saudi Arabia which is home to Islam’s holiest sites, Ramadan is marked by increased spiritual fervor. Millions of worshippers gather at the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca and Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Medina. Families come together for traditional meals, and work hours are shortened to adjust to fasting.

Across the Middle East, cities such as Dubai host Ramadan night markets and themed tents, where communities gather for suhoor and iftar meals. In Turkey, popular customs have remained communal iftar events and traditional drumming to wake people for suhoor.

In Indonesia, the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation, Ramadan bazaars and late-night prayers at major mosques remain central to the celebrations. In Western countries, interfaith iftar gatherings are held to bridge cultural gaps and foster community cohesion besides fastening alongside work or studies.