March 10 set for the sighting of new moon for Ramadan

The Office of the Keeper of the Rulers’ Seal has announced that March 10 has been designated as the day for the sighting of the new moon to determine the start of Ramadan.

According to a report by Bernama, the Conference of Rulers has reached a consensus that the commencement of the Ramadan fasting month will be determined by either the ‘rukyah’ (sighting of the new moon) method or the ‘hisab’ (calculation) method.

It is important to note that the sighting of the new moon holds significance in Islamic lunar calendar as it signifies the beginning of a new month.

As such, Muslims will await the official confirmation on March 10 regarding the presence of the new moon to kickstart the fasting month of Ramadan.

The decision by the Conference of Rulers underscores the traditional practice of moon sighting as a method to determine religious observances, especially during key months like Ramadan.

More information and details are expected to be released in the coming days as the nation prepares for the arrival of the holy month.

Muslims worldwide are gearing up for the start of Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community bonding.

With the official date for moon sighting set for March 10, anticipation builds up among the Muslim community as they eagerly await the beginning of this spiritual and transformative period.

Stay tuned for further updates and announcements as the countdown to Ramadan begins.

More to come