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Türkiye’s midnight anti-narcotics crackdown in Ramadan 2026: 346 arrested, drugs and weapons seized across 5 provinces

Türkiye’s Huge Anti-Drug Operation Detains 346 Suspects Across Five Provinces During Ramadan 2026 Turkish authorities have launched a massive anti-narcotics crackdown, detaining 346 suspects and seizing large quantities of illegal drugs and weapons in a coordinated operation spanning five provinces. The Turkish Gendarmerie General Command led the raids, which targeted drug trafficking networks in Adana, […]

When does Ramadan 2026 start in the UAE? Full calendar, prayer timings, and Eid al‑Fitr guide | World News

UAE devotees gear up for Ramadan 2026 / Image: File As the moon-sighting committee prepares to look skyward, there is a palpable shift in the UAE’s atmosphere. This year, the Holy Month is expected to begin on Thursday, February 19, 2026, bringing with it a rare “winter Ramadan” experience. For devotees, this timing is a […]

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: Record-breaking Ramadan 2026: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque welcomes over 3.22 million devotees across UAE | World News

3.22 million visitors mark record-breaking Ramadan at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque / Image: file The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre has recorded a historic milestone this year, welcoming 3,226,103 guests during Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr prayers across its mosques in the UAE, one of the highest figures ever reported.The massive turnout includes worshippers, visitors, and […]

Zakat al Mal vs Zakat al Fitr: Key difference many Muslims still get wrong ahead of Eid ul Fitr 2026; charity rules explained

From Dh25 to 2.5%: Zakat al Mal and Zakat al Fitr Rules Explained as Eid ul Fitr 2026 Nears As Ramadan 2026 draws to a close, one question is trending across the Muslim communities and that is – what exactly is the difference between Zakat al Mal and Zakat al Fitr? With millions preparing to […]

‘Whoever made that rule should be fired’: Canada school’s ‘no food zones’ during Ramadan sparks row

Fairview School in Calgary at the centre of the ‘no food zones’ row. A school in Canada’s Calgary has landed in controversy after introducing “no food zones” in its cafeteria to support Muslim students observing Ramadan. The move, aimed at promoting inclusivity, has instead ignited a wider debate on how far institutions should go in […]

Dubai News: AED2.8 billion raised: Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed’s ‘Edge of Life’ campaign surpasses goal to fight childhood hunger | World News

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai announced that the ‘Edge of Life’ campaign has exceeded its target before the end of Ramadan and concluded with success, having raised over AED2.822 billion. An estimated 44,208 contributors including individuals, businesses and prominent humanitarian and philanthropy organisations contributed […]

Ramadan 2026 holiest night Laylat ul Qadr: Thousands gather for Night of Power prayers in UAE and Saudi Arabia

Ramadan 2026: Thousands Fill Mosques in UAE and Saudi Arabia for Laylat ul Qadr (Night of Power) Prayers As Ramadan enters its most spiritually significant phase, thousands of Muslim worshippers across the Gulf have gathered in mosques for special prayers marking Laylat ul Qadr, widely regarded as the holiest night in Islam. Believers in the […]

Eid ul Fitr 2026 moon sighted in Saudi Arabia? KSA Supreme Court calls Muslims to spot Shawwal AH 1447 crescent on March 18

Saudi Arabia Eid ul Fitr 2026 moon sighting: KSA Supreme Court Asks Muslims to Search for Shawwal AH 1447 Crescent Ahead of Eid As the holy month of Ramadan 2026 draws to a close, Muslims around the world are preparing for one of the most anticipated moments of the Islamic calendar and that is the […]

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque deploys 100 taxis, extra buses as massive crowds expected for final Ramadan nights | World News

Ramadan is one of the most vital of the holy occasions in Islam and as the pious month comes to an end, worshippers will be planning trips to religious places for gratitude and prayers. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, which is the largest mosque in UAE has amped up preparations for public safety and comfort as […]

Ramadan 2026: Qatar announces Ramadan I’tikaf rules: New age limits and mosque guidelines worshippers should know | World News

Planning I’tikaf in Qatar? New Ramadan Mosque retreat rules explained Authorities in Qatar have issued new guidelines for Muslims planning to observe the traditional Ramadan mosque retreat, known as I’tikaf. The rules aim to ensure that worshippers can devote themselves to prayer while maintaining order, hygiene and respect inside mosques during the spiritually significant final […]