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 approves innovative treatment for heart failure
The Emirates Drug Establishment has approved Inpefa® (sotagliflozin), an innovative treatment for heart failure, making the UAE the second country in the world to authorise this therapy.
Saqr Humanitarian Ship to support Gaza relief efforts
His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has ordered the preparation of the Saqr Humanitarian Ship, carrying vital aid for the people of Gaza.
H.H. Sheikh Mansoor opens Intersec 2026
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, has opened the 27th edition of Intersec, the world’s leading exhibition for security, safety and fire protection.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan launches campaign to celebrate Emirati culture
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince, has unveiled the 'Season of Wulfa', a campaign that celebrates the spirit of Emirati culture and mark "occasions, including Haq Al Leila, Ramadan and Eid".
The Emirates Drug Establishment has approved Inpefa® (sotagliflozin), an innovative treatment for heart failure, making the UAE the second country in the world to authorise this therapy.
His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has ordered the preparation of the Saqr Humanitarian Ship, carrying vital aid for the people of Gaza.
His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, has opened the 27th edition of Intersec, the world’s leading exhibition for security, safety and fire protection.
