First roza to be observed tomorrow as Ramadan moon sighted
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The moon marking the beginning of Ramadan 1446 Hijri has been sighted in Pakistan after the completion of 30 days of Sha'ban, Express News reported.
Following the moon sighting, special Taraweeh prayers will be held in mosques across the country after Isha, while worshippers prepare for the first pre-dawn meal (Sehri).
The first fast of the holy month will be observed nationwide on Sunday, as Muslims across Pakistan embrace the spiritual and communal blessings of Ramadan.
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, the United States, Germany, and several other countries began fasting today, having sighted the moon a day earlier.
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