08 Apr, 23:24 (IST)

Saudi Arabia has confirmed that the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted on April 8. Hence, the ongoing Ramadan month shall complete 30 days on April 9 and Shawwal 1445 will commence from April 10. Eid, which is celebrated on first day of Shawwal, will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 10.

08 Apr, 20:46 (IST)

It has been confirmed that the Shawwal crescent moon has not been sighted anywhere in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, Ramadan shall complete 30 days on April 9. Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on April 10.

08 Apr, 20:00 (IST)

A final announcement on whether the Eid 2024 moon sighted in Saudi Arabia today is expected in an hour from now. Here it may be noted again that if the moon is sighted, Eid 2024 will be celebrated on April 9. In case the moon remains invisible, Eid al-Fitr will be observed on April 10. Stay with us to catch live news updates.

08 Apr, 19:44 (IST)

Saudi's meteorological department has issued a statement, saying the weather is suitable for observing the Shawwal crescent moon in the north and west of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia or KSA. "We expect that visibility will not be good for seeing the Shawwal crescent in Central regions, Sudair and Tumair due to heavy clouds," it added.

08 Apr, 18:33 (IST)

Many astronomers are of the view that it will difficult to sight the crescent of Shawwal 1445 today. "Today, Monday, it will be impossible to see the Shawwal crescent, because the moon will set before the sun and the new crescent will not be born until after sunset," said astronomer Issa Al-Ghafili. According to astronomer Mutaib Al-Barghash, the weather in Tumair is little bit cloudy but there is no major obstruction in observation of the crescent. If the moon is not sighted today in Saudi Arabia, Ramadan shall complete 30 days on April 9 and Eid 2024 will be celebrated on April 10.

08 Apr, 18:29 (IST)

Amid ongoing preparations for the Eid 2024 moon sighting in Saudi Arabia, here's a weather update. The weather in Riyadh, Tumair and Sudair is a bit cloudy with rainfall reported in parts of Riyadh.

08 Apr, 18:14 (IST)

The preparations to perform the moon sighting practice that will determine the date of Eid 2024 in Saudi Arabia are underway. An announcement on whether the Shawwal crescent moon is sighted, is expected shortly after the sunset. Sunset at the main observatories of Sudair and Tumair is just after 18:15 local time (8:45 pm IST). Stay here with us for live news updates on the Eid moon sighting 2024.

08 Apr, 18:08 (IST)

Authorities in Saudi Arabia have begun preparations for the Eid 2024 moon sighting ritual that will confirm the date of Eid al-Fitr festival. As per the predictions of astronomers, the Shawwal crescent moon is unlikely to be sighted today and Ramadan month might complete 30 days. In this case, Eid 2024 will be celebrated on April 10. Catch live news updates on the Eid moon sighting efforts in Saudi Arabia today.

Mumbai, April 8: The Eid 2024 date in Saudi Arabia will be decided following the practice of moon sighting today, April 8. Eid, also known as Eid al-Fitr and Eid Ul Fitr, is one the two major festivals celebrated by Muslims all around the world. It is observed on the first day of Shawwal month. If the crescent moon is sighted today, it will also mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan. LatestLY is providing live updates on the Eid moon sighting efforts in Saudi Arabia today. Catch the Eid 2024 moon sighting live news updates here.

Saudi Arabia's Supreme Court has called upon Muslims to attempt to sight the Shawwal crescent moon today, which mark 29th of Ramadan in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Those who get to witness the crescent moon this evening, either with the naked eye or through visual aids, have been request to approach the nearest court and record their testimony. Eid 2024 Holidays in Saudi Arabia, UAE: Check Full List of Eid al-Fitr Holiday Dates for Private and Government Employees.

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Under the Islamic calendar, which is based on the lunar cycle, the start and end of a month depends on the moon sighting on 29th of each month, also known as Chand Raat. If the crescent moon is sighted on 29th of an ongoing month, a new month begins from the next day. If the moon is not sighted, a new month commences after the ongoing month completes 30 days. Eid 2024 Date in India: When Is Eid Ul Fitr? When Is Chand Raat or Shawwal 1445 Moon Sighting? All Details Here.

In Saudi Arabia, the month of Ramadan from March 11. Accordingly, today (April 8) marks 29th of Ramadan. If the moon is sighted today, Ramadan shall end and the first day of Shawwal (1445) month will be April 9 and Eid al-Fitr shall be celebrated on the same day. If the moon is not sighted, Ramadan shall complete 30 days on April 9. In this case, Eid 2024 will be observed on April 10.