Ramadan 2023 Live Updates: Crescent moon sighted in India, fasting begins today

For the next 30 days, Muslims will refrain from eating or drinking anything — even the tiniest sip of water — from sunrise to sunset.

1) Get good sleep.

2) Keep hydrating

3) Adding probiotics

4) End the fast with sugar-free drink

5) Keep monitoring your blood sugar

Check out the complete Sehri and Iftar timings for major Indian cities from March 23, 2023 to April 22, 2023. Kindly note that, since Sehri concludes one minute earlier and Iftar begins one minute later, there is a preventive difference of one minute between the two. It is always advisable to seek a second opinion from your neighbourhood mosque.

The date for Ramadan fasting changes every year as Muslims follow the Islamic calendar which is based on the lunar cycle or phases of the moon. Therefore, the start and end date of Ramadan depend upon the sighting of the crescent moon. Typically, the crescent of Ramadan is first sighted in Saudi Arabia and certain parts of India, as well as some Western countries. It is then usually sighted a day later in the rest of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and other nations.

Muslims all over the world celebrate Ramadan, an auspicious month. Because the Holy Quran was revealed during this month, the holy month of Ramadan is very important to Muslims.

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Islamic scholars say the merits of fasting include cultivating gratitude and compassion for the less fortunate and poor.

1) May Allah bestow with lots of joy and happiness in this blessed month of Ramadan. I wish you Ramadan Mubarak 2023.

2) Ramadan is an auspicious and blessed month. May Allah accept your prayers and accept your prayers. Ramadan Mubarak.

3) Keep fasts, do charity, recite Holy Quran, and seek forgiveness from Allah. I am sure you will get whatever you have ever wished. Ramadan Mubarak 2023.

4) Ramadan teaches you how to be disciplined and how to restrain from bad things. We must not abstain bad habits in Ramadan only, but we must follow this throughout the year to become best Muslims. Ramadan Mubarak To You and Your Family.

5) Throughout this holy month, we are reminded of the Quran's proclamation that "Allah is with those who exercise restraint."

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Abstaining from all food and drink -- not even a sip of water is allowed-- and sexual intercourse from dawn to sunset during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan is regarded as an act of piety and devotion to God and an exercise in self-restraint.

Islamic scholars say the merits of fasting also include cultivating gratitude and compassion for the less fortunate and poor.

In Islam, fasting is one of The Five Pillars of the faith, along with the profession of faith, prayer, almsgiving, and pilgrimage, which is known in Arabic as hajj. There are exemptions from fasting, including for the sick.

Ramadan will end on April 21, Friday. 

“Happy Ramadan to all of you. May this holy month of worship bring lots of happiness and progress in your lives,” the AAP Supremo tweeted. 

“May this holy month illuminate our lives, bless us with love, compassion and affection and enriches our lives with the spirit of brotherhood and empathy for the deprived,” Sinha said in an official statement as quoted by Kashmir daily, Rising Kashmir. 

Fasting is required for all healthy Muslims, with exemptions for those who are sick and for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Small children are not expected to fast.

A crescent moon was sighted in Srinagar on Thursday evening, March 23. 

"Eat a balanced diet, drink enough water, stay off tobacco and vaping, take care of yourself, and take care of others," the World Health Organisation said.

Mumbai- 05:33 am to 06:49 pm

Delhi- 05:11 am to 06:32 pm

Chennai- 05:05 am to 06:20 pm

Hyderabad- 05:11 am to 06:29 pm

Bangalore-05:16 am to 06:34 pm

Ahmedabad- 05:33 am to 06:50 pm

Kolkata- 04:30 am to 05:47 pm

Pune- 05:29 am to 06:48 pm

Jaipur- 05:18 am to 06:39 pm

Lucknow- 04:57 am to 06:17 pm

Kanpur- 05:00 am to 06:20 pm

Indore- 05:20 am to 06:40 pm

Patna- 04:41 am to 06:00 pm

Chandigarh- 05:11 am to 06:35 pm

Ramadan crescent moon has been sighted in India, hence, the fasting for the Islamic holy month will begin today, March 24. 

During Ramadan, it is considered impolite to eat, drink or smoke in public places. It is essential to be mindful of your colleagues or passersby who may be fasting while dining out. Revealing clothes and public displays of affection are also not considered appropriate during this time. It is important to be considerate and avoid loud music or aggressive behavior, which can be disruptive to those who are fasting.

Additionally, it is not recommended to give money to individuals begging on the street during this month. Business and work meetings should be scheduled based on fasting times and reduced working hours, ensuring that those who fast are able to get home safely and on time to end their fast. It is also advisable to plan entertainment or dining outings in advance to avoid the peak traffic hour before iftar time.

It is important to maintain a charitable and friendly demeanor during this time and contribute to Ramadan care packages or donate to approved organizations. Lastly, it is essential to teach children the importance of self-reflection and charity during Ramadan.

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai has decided to distribute 40,000 meals to drivers, workers, low-income families, and senior citizens for the celebrations of Ramadan 

Crescent moon of Ramadan 2023 sighted in India 

Mumbai- 05:33 am to 06:49 pm

Delhi- 05:11 am to 06:32 pm

Chennai- 05:05 am to 06:20 pm

Hyderabad- 05:11 am to 06:29 pm

Bangalore-05:16 am to 06:34 pm

Ahmedabad- 05:33 am to 06:50 pm

Kolkata- 04:30 am to 05:47 pm

Pune- 05:29 am to 06:48 pm

Jaipur- 05:18 am to 06:39 pm

Lucknow- 04:57 am to 06:17 pm

Kanpur- 05:00 am to 06:20 pm

Indore- 05:20 am to 06:40 pm

Patna- 04:41 am to 06:00 pm

Chandigarh- 05:11 am to 06:35 pm

Ramadan 2023 is approaching, and Muslims will fast from dawn to dusk, breaking their fast with dates. But if you are diabetic and still want to fast, then you must first seek advice from your healthcare provider regarding insulin dosage and medication adjustments. Read More

From Gaza to Khartoum and Tunis to Sanaa, soaring prices are proving a further concern for those set to celebrate the occasion. Arab countries are continuing to suffer from the economic fallout of the war in Ukraine, with many reliant on grain imports from eastern Europe.

For the first time, Ramadan lights illuminated London's Piccadilly Circus for the celebration of the Islamic holy month beginning. London Mayor Sadiq Khan on Tuesday switched on the lights, and it has become the first European city to put on such a display for the festival. Read More 

The date for Ramadan fasting changes every year as Muslims follow the Islamic calendar which is based on the lunar cycle or phases of the moon. Therefore, the start and end date of Ramadan depend upon the sighting of the crescent moon. Read More

"Eat a balanced diet, drink enough water, stay off tobacco and vaping, take care of yourself, and take care of others," the World Health Organisation said. Read More 

Mumbai- 05:33 am to 06:49 pm

Delhi- 05:11 am to 06:32 pm

Chennai- 05:05 am to 06:20 pm

Hyderabad- 05:11 am to 06:29 pm

Bangalore-05:16 am to 06:34 pm

Ahmedabad- 05:33 am to 06:50 pm

Kolkata- 04:30 am to 05:47 pm

Pune- 05:29 am to 06:48 pm

Jaipur- 05:18 am to 06:39 pm

Lucknow- 04:57 am to 06:17 pm

Kanpur- 05:00 am to 06:20 pm

Indore- 05:20 am to 06:40 pm

Patna- 04:41 am to 06:00 pm

Chandigarh- 05:11 am to 06:35 pm

This Ramadan, you will be able to watch fireworks displays every Saturday, starting next week, according to a report published by Gulf news. 

From Gaza to Khartoum and Tunis to Sanaa, soaring prices are proving a further concern for those set to celebrate the occasion. Arab countries are continuing to suffer from the economic fallout of the war in Ukraine, with many reliant on grain imports from eastern Europe.

Fasting is required for all healthy Muslims, with exemptions for those who are sick and for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Small children are not expected to fast.

Israeli and Palestinian leaders pledged this week to lower tensions as Ramadan begins, following months of deadly violence in the West Bank and east Jerusalem. This year, the fasting period coincides with the Jewish festival of Passover, spurring concern about fresh flare-ups with large numbers of Jewish and Muslim faithful expected to pour into Jerusalem's Old City.

The first daily fast of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan began Thursday, as hundreds of millions of Muslims worldwide enter a four-week period of worship.

The observance comes at a time when numerous countries and governments across the Middle East are taking tentative steps towards calming enduring conflicts and crises made more acute by the costly war in Ukraine and a devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria that killed over 52,000 people.

During Ramadan, it is considered impolite to eat, drink or smoke in public places. It is essential to be mindful of your colleagues or passersby who may be fasting while dining out. Revealing clothes and public displays of affection are also not considered appropriate during this time. It is important to be considerate and avoid loud music or aggressive behavior, which can be disruptive to those who are fasting.

Additionally, it is not recommended to give money to individuals begging on the street during this month. Business and work meetings should be scheduled based on fasting times and reduced working hours, ensuring that those who fast are able to get home safely and on time to end their fast. It is also advisable to plan entertainment or dining outings in advance to avoid the peak traffic hour before iftar time.

It is important to maintain a charitable and friendly demeanor during this time and contribute to Ramadan care packages or donate to approved organizations. Lastly, it is essential to teach children the importance of self-reflection and charity during Ramadan.

In India, Ramadan will begin tomorrow, March 24, Friday. 

Ramadan begins: March 22 (Wednesday), or March 23 (Thursday), or March 24 (Friday)

Ramadan ends: April 21, Friday

Laylat al-Qadr: April 17, Monday

Eid al-Fitr Start: April 22, Saturday

Delhi:- 05:11 am to 06:32 pm

Ramadan is the month of prayer, reflection, and community.

Muslims all over the world celebrate Ramadan, an auspicious month. Because the Holy Quran was revealed during this month, the holy month of Ramadan is very important to Muslims.

Read more here

According to Gulf news, the International Space Station (ISS) will see 16 sunrises and sunsets over the course of 24 hours - either happening every 45 minutes approximately for people fasting there.

UAE's Sultan Al Neyadi will be spending this Ramadan at the International Space Station.