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Time of India
4 days ago
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- Time of India
Eid al-Adha prayer timings announced across UAE – find out the time in your city
As Muslims across the United Arab Emirates prepare to celebrate Eid al-Adha, one of the most important festivals in the Islamic calendar, the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments has officially announced the prayer timings for cities and regions across the country. Eid al-Adha prayers are held shortly after sunrise, typically around 15 to 20 minutes later. The timing varies slightly depending on the location. To help worshippers plan accordingly, here is a comprehensive list of prayer times according to Gulf News in each emirate and region for this auspicious occasion. Location wise prayer timings for Eid al-Adha across UAE Location Prayer Time Abu Dhabi 5:50 AM Dubai 5:45 AM Sharjah 5:44 AM Ajman 5:44 AM Al Ain City 5:43 AM Al Dhafra City 5:55 AM Umm Al Quwain 5:43 AM Ras Al Khaimah 5:41 AM Fujairah 5:41 AM Eastern Region of Sharjah 5:41 AM Significance of Eid al-Adha Eid al-Adha, or the 'Festival of Sacrifice,' commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. It marks the end of the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca and is celebrated with special prayers, family gatherings, charity, and the ritual sacrifice of animals. The meat is shared with family, friends, and those in need.
Express Tribune
10-04-2025
- Express Tribune
Hajj scam alert: How to verify licensed service providers
Listen to article As millions of Muslims prepare for their Hajj pilgrimage, the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah (MOHU) has issued a critical warning against fraudulent Hajj campaigns, urging pilgrims to use only licensed service providers for a smooth and safe experience. To help ensure authenticity, the ministry recommends pilgrims use their official website, to verify licensed Hajj operators. This applies to domestic pilgrims, including Saudi citizens and residents, who can access a simple online tool to check accredited companies. For UAE nationals, the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments (Awqaf) maintains a list of approved operators on International pilgrims have two main options to ensure their chosen provider is licensed. Those from eligible countries can use the Nusuk platform at an online service that facilitates Hajj bookings with accredited providers. A full list of eligible countries is available on the platform's website. For those unable to use Nusuk, international pilgrims should consult their local Hajj Committee or Commission to obtain a list of licensed Hajj Group Organisers (HGOs) for 2024. The Ministry of Hajj has emphasized that all pilgrims must secure a valid Hajj visa through official channels, either via Hajj Affairs Offices in over 80 countries or through the Nusuk platform. The ministry also encourages pilgrims to contact the official call centre for assistance, available 24/7 in multiple languages. The contact details are as follows: Unified number (Saudi Arabia): 1966 International number: +966 9200 02814 Email: care@
Khaleej Times
07-04-2025
- Khaleej Times
Haj 2025: Saudi Arabia announces deadline for Umrah pilgrims to enter, leave country
The final date to enter Saudi Arabia for pilgrims to the holy cities is April 13, the Ministry of Haj and Umrah said. This move comes as part of preparations for Haj season, authorities added. The final date for pilgrims to depart is April 29. The Ministry confirmed that staying after this date is a violation, subject to legal penalties. For those performing Umrah, it is essential to get a visa to the country, and then secure an Umrah permit via the Nusuk app. Those performing the pilgrimage must also be vigilant to ensure they avail services from licensed operators. These operators must be approved by the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments; individuals, campaign organisers, and offices will be fined up to Dh50,000 for violating the law. When performing Umrah, pilgrims must also select a time slot for the pilgrimage; only one slot is allowed per day. Saudi Arabia
The National
01-03-2025
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- The National
Ramadan 2025: UAE prayer timetable and daily iftar time
Ramadan begins on Saturday, March 1, the UAE's moon-sighting committee confirmed on Friday. Daily prayer times are revealed by the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments. Below are the prayer times for the month of March, which will coincide with Ramadan's dates. The month of Ramadan is when able Muslims fast from food, drink and oral medicine from sunrise (fajr) to sunset (maghrib). Once the sun sets, Muslims break their fast with a meal called iftar. Considered the holiest month in the Islamic – or Hijri – calendar, Ramadan is believed to be when the Quran was revealed to Prophet Mohammed. It is a time when Muslims strengthen their faith through prayer, recitation of the holy book and charitable acts. With the month falling earlier this year, Muslims can expect to fast for a slightly shorter time period than they did last year but the days lengthen towards the end of the month. This year, Muslims in the UAE will begin the month by fasting for about 14 hours and 13 minutes. The fasting time will steadily increase as the holy month progresses. By the end of Ramadan, the fast will last for 14 hours and 55 minutes. Prayer is one of the five pillars of Islam and Muslims are obliged to pray five times a day: fajr, dhuhr, asr, maghrib and isha. Throughout the holy month, an additional extended evening prayer called taraweeh is performed after isha. During the final 10 nights of Ramadan, when Muslims increase their piety, some may choose to perform tahajjud prayers – also known as qiyam al layl – which are carried out after taraweeh throughout the night. Muslims typically try to pray at mosques as it is thought there is a greater reward in communal prayer.
