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Govt Announces Eid ul Fitr Holidays from March 31 to April 2

19Mar

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Culture, Islam, Pakistan

Govt Announces Eid ul Fitr Holidays from March 31 to April 2

The government has announced Eid ul Fitr holidays from March 31 to April 2. A notification from the Cabinet Division confirmed the three-day break. The exact Eid date depends on the moon sighting, with the Ruet-i-Hilal Committee meeting on March 30. The federal government of Pakistan has declared three-day public Eid ul Fitr holidays. It will start from Monday, March 31, and end on Wednesday, April 2. A notification issued by the Cabinet Division confirmed the decision. The final date for Eid celebrations depends on the sighting of the Shawwal moon. The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, along with zonal committees, will meet on the evening of March 30 (Sunday) to determine the moon sighting. The meeting will take place at the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony. Exper...

Pakistan Condemns Genocidal War on Gaza, Urges UNSC to Act

19Mar

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global, Islam, Pakistan

Pakistan Condemns Genocidal War on Gaza, Urges UNSC to Act

Pakistan has demanded a halt to the genocidal war in Gaza and implementation of the 15th January ceasefire agreement. Permanent representative of Pakistan to the UN Munir Akram told the 15-member Security Council in New York that Israel’s aggression, its attacks, and its slaughter of the Palestinians must stop. Pakistan has strongly condemned Israel’s overnight airstrikes in Gaza, which resulted in the deaths of 400 Palestinians. On Tuesday, Pakistan urged the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to intervene in this genocidal war. Moreover, they must also enforce the January 15 ceasefire agreement to end the ongoing violence. Speaking at an emergency UNSC session, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Munir Akram, called for an immediate end to Israel’s attack...

Harvard Astrophysicist Suggests Math Points to God’s Existence

9Mar

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Islam, Sci-Tech

Harvard Astrophysicist Suggests Math Points to God’s Existence

Dr. Willie Soon has presented a theory that a mathematical formula could provide evidence for God's existence. His theory heavily relies on the "fine-tuning argument." This argument suggests that the universe's physical laws and constants are so precisely calibrated to allow for life that it's highly improbable they occurred by chance. A Harvard astrophysicist has sparked discussion by proposing that a mathematical formula may support the idea of an intentional design behind the universe. This theory can change the way people look at the idea of God's existence. Dr Willie Soon, an astrophysicist and aerospace engineer, shared his perspective in a recent interview, citing the fine-tuning argument as evidence of deliberate creation. This concept suggests that the universe’s physical l...

Eid ul Fitr 2025: Will Pakistan Get a Full Week Off?

4Mar

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Islam

Eid ul Fitr 2025: Will Pakistan Get a Full Week Off?

Eid ul Fitr 2025 will bring an extended holiday break in Pakistan, with many eagerly anticipating a festive week off from March 29 to April 6, 2025. This long break will give families a much-needed opportunity to celebrate, travel, and enjoy the joyous occasion together. Ramadan, Holy month of fasting, prayer, and charity, ends with Eid ul Fitr, a festival that marks the beginning of Shawwal. Sighting of Shawwal crescent determines the exact date of Eid, following centuries-old Islamic traditions. Muslims worldwide celebrate this occasion by offering special prayers, hosting feasts, and gathering with loved ones. Ruet-e-Hilal Research Council has forecasted that Eidul Fitr 2025 will likely fall on March 31. Experts from the Ruet committee predict that people across most parts of Pak...

Historic Open Iftar Held at Windsor Castle for the First Time

4Mar

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

Global, Islam

Historic Open Iftar Held at Windsor Castle for the First Time

For the first time in its 1,000-year history, Windsor Castle State Apartments hosted an open Iftar during Ramadan. The Ramadan Tent Project (RTP), in collaboration with the Royal Collection Trust, organized the event. Last year, they hosted Iftar in the learning center, and this year, they held it in the state apartments. In a historic moment, Windsor Castle hosted its first-ever open Iftar in its 1,000-year history. Over 350 guests gathered at St George’s Hall to break their fast, marking a significant milestone in fostering community and inclusivity during Ramadan. The event was organized by the Ramadan Tent Project in collaboration with the Royal Collection Trust. They transformed the grand hall—typically reserved for state banquets—into a welcoming space for people of all backgr...