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Ramadan to begin on July 10th, Eid ul Fitr on August 9th: Sharjah Planetarium
Posted on 18/03/2013
The Sharjah Planetarium at the Department of Culture and Information announced that the Ramadan Crescent will form on July 8th 2013 at 11:14 am and set at 19:08pm, five minutes before the sunset.
The crescent will be seen on July 9th in the evening. So the first day of Ramadan will be July 10th, astronomically, corresponding to Ramadan 01, 1434 H.
It also announced that the Shawwal crescent will appear on July 7th at 00:51am and set with the sunset, making it difficult to be seen, and hence
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Posted on 23/08/2012
Al Majaz Waterfront, the debut project of Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has seen a vast public turnout throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan and the three days of Eid Al Fitr, establishing it as one of the most prominent tourist attractions in the country.
During Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr, Al Majaz Waterfront was a favoured destination for families, a fact that is attributed to the rich and diverse range of activities offered by Shurooq, which were designed specifically
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Posted on 20/08/2012
If it's Eid time, it's fun time.
While those with family often prefer to travel to other emirates, visit wadis and unwind in the region's luxurious hotels and resorts, others prefer to go abroad or return to their home countries for family time.
Iranian Nariman Mohammadian, who is studying in Dubai, is keen on visiting his loved ones back home.
He said: "I have missed my family and friends in Iran, so I'll be there to enjoy their company this Eid. In Iran, there is no special celebration in
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Posted on 19/08/2012
Residents yesterday gathered at Grand Musallahs and other mosques across the country for special Eid prayers at 6.15am in Dubai and at 6.11am in Abu Dhabi.
The special prayers marked the beginning of the three-day festive celebrations after 30 days of fasting during Ramadan.
The traffic build-up was noticeable along roads leading to mosques before 6am as people came early for the special Eid prayers.
"We woke up early and the first thing that we did was to pray at the mosque,” Abdul Naeem,
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Posted on 19/08/2012
Their Highnesses Members of the Supreme Council and Rulers of the Emirates offered Eid Al Fitr prayers on Sunday morning and later received crowd of well-wishers, who poured onto their palaces to extend Eid greetings.
His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai offered Eid prayers at Zabeel Mosque, along with Dubai Crown Prince Shaikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of
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Posted on 16/08/2012
The emirate's tourism authority has promised a feast of entertainment to lift this weekend's celebrations for the end of Ramadan, with its inaugural EidFest Abu Dhabi.
The emirate-wide event on Sunday and Monday will include performances by popular Middle East singers, such as Abu Dhabi's own Mansour Zayed.
There will be activities in venues including Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi Mall and the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre (Adnec).
EidFest will rely heavily on feedback from visitors this
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Posted on 15/08/2012
Al Qasba, Sharjah's premier tourist, cultural and family destination, has organised a variety of activities at Al Qasba to mark the first day of Eid Al Fitr celebrations.
Planned in a way so as to engage families from all genders and age groups, the Al Qasba Street Carnival has something for everyone. Every visitor will have the opportunity to experience the culture of warm Arab hospitality during the carnival.
Khulood Al Junaibi, events manager at Al Qasba, commented, "The event has been
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Posted on 14/08/2012
For the first time, the Capital will have a festival to celebrate the end of Ramadan. Organised by the Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority (ADTCA), EidFest Abu Dhabi will present concerts, entertainment and new attractions happening throughout the emirate.
The festival will start on August 19 with a dinner and a concert at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 10.30pm until 1am. On stage will be Moroccan singer Mona Amarcha, followed by Lebanese star Melhem Zein.
"Mona has
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Posted on 12/08/2012
Eid Al Fitr holidays for ministries and federal government institutions will begin from Friday, August 17 (29th Ramadan 1433) and will last until the 3rd of the month of Shawwal.
Work will resume from the 4th of Shawaal, according to a circular issued by Humaid Mohammad Al Qatami, Minister of Education and Chairman of the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources.
It means that Eid holidays for public sector will be from August 17 to 21 (if the month of Ramadan has 30 days and Eid
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Posted on 11/08/2012
She came to the UAE as a teenage bride and raised seven children here. Then, a decade ago, her husband ran away, abandoning her when their youngest son was a baby.
Life is not easy for the 45-year-old Yemeni woman, but this week she received an outpouring of Ramadan goodwill. Emirati volunteers crowded her ageing apartment to give it a makeover. They laid down new carpets, installed new shower fixtures, and all the walls got a fresh coat of paint.
While young women scrubbed her kitchen clean,
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Posted on 09/08/2012
Special deals and live performances dominate the events for families and visitors of malls in Dubai this Ramadan.
At Mercato, a live show by the renowned Enshad Choir is going on since August 7, where an exquisite collection of Islamic songs reverberate in the air this Ramadan.
Mirla El Masri Heisser, PR and Corporate Communication Manager of Mercato and Town Centre Jumeirah, said that the choir beautifully communicate the values of Islam through Arabian songs and poetry.
Enshad Choir
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Posted on 06/08/2012
Emirates Palace, once again, welcomes the holy month of Ramadan and its special moments with a wide range of unique activities.
This year and in partnership with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, Emirates Palace is hosting an exclusive exhibition, showcasing a rare "Kiswah" of Kaaba, the most sacred Islamic shrine on earth.
The Kiswah, a black brocade cloth that covers the Kaaba in Mecca, is changed '&' replaced yearly with a new one.
Bugra Berberoglu, Emirates Palace General Manager said, "It is our
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Posted on 06/08/2012
Ten thousand labourers will receive free meals and toiletries through a Ramadan programme run by the Community Development Authority (CDA).
Several of the volunteers packing and distributing the bags are labourers themselves, said Palani Babu, manager of facility and society licensing at the CDA.
"They said there is a non-profit organisation that had provided them a lot of support," Mr Babu said. "They wanted to give back."
The Ramadan programme, called "Smile on the Face", is a
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Posted on 05/08/2012
Around150000 people had iftar at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in the second week of Ramadan as part of an annual tradition in memory of the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
Around 20000 iftar meals are given out daily at the Mosque.
The iftar project at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque which was launched in 2004 became a social, cultural and human annual forum bringing together people from across the country.
Also, 70000 people performed the Tarawih prayers during the second week of
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Posted on 05/08/2012
Television companies across the region are enjoying a 20 per cent increase in advertising revenues this Ramadan as the industry makes its most significant step yet towards recovering business lost since the Arab Spring.
The Holy Month is the most important time for the region's US$2 billion (Dh7.34bn) TV advertising market with millions watching religious shows and long-running soap operas.
The Pan Arab Research Centre (Parc) estimates that advertising on TV channels across the Arab world
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Posted on 30/07/2012
Ramadan shoppers are buoyed up in spirits with traditional dances and themed lighting and decorations around the malls in Dubai and Sharjah as they go to shop.
Maria Ensan, Public Relations Manager, said that the spirit of Ramadan is celebrated at Dubai Outlet Mall with Ramadan themed decorations and lighting, the traditional Arabic tent, Arabic music and the Sufic Tanoura dance performance during Eid Al Fitr celebrations.
In Mercato, Ramadan-themed decor adorns the mall in burgundy and gold
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Posted on 29/07/2012
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the country's largest mosque, situated in Abu Dhabi has received over 170 thousand fasters in the first week of Ramadan. Specialised air-conditioned tents have been set up for the Holy Month to accommodate the thousands for daily fasters.
As the sun sets during the Holy month of Ramadan, worshippers and fasters gather to hear the call to prayer (adhan) which signifies their fasting has come to an end for the day. It is a time to gather in prayer and to share an
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Posted on 29/07/2012
FREEJ, the Middle East's first 3D animated series has come live at Al Majaz Waterfront in Sharjah transforming the venue to a village bustling with activities.
The Freej Village was launched as part of a package of diverse events designed for families and children to enjoy the special atmosphere of the holy month of Ramadan.
The village will be running during the holy month of Ramadan till the last day of Eid Al Fitr and will take families through the world of FREEJ with the four lovable
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Posted on 28/07/2012
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a top-tier Islamic financial services institution, announced today that during the Holy Month of Ramadan, it showcases "Discovering Ka'aba", a unique exhibition that portrays the story of Ka'aba, the most sacred monument in Islam. The exhibition will examine the significance of the Ka'aba and emphasize the tradition and culture of Islam.
"Discovering Ka'aba" presents a replica of the Ka'aba and a Kiswah that guarded once the door of the Holy Ka'aba and that dates
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Posted on 26/07/2012
UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum met yesterday at the Atlantis with leaders and representatives of local, Arab and foreign media organizations.
The gathering was attended by Dubai Crown Prince Dubai H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Foreign Minister '&' Chairman of National Media Council H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The event was organized by Dubai Government Media Office (DGMO) as
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Posted on 25/07/2012
In line with its commitment to give back to communities where it operates in, Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC) and its subsidiaries are marking the Holy Month of Ramadan with its largest array of educational, charitable and community initiatives, several of them undertaken with public and private sector organisations.
ENOC's Ramadan campaign, titled The Month of Giving, benefits various sectors of society, ranging from supporting non-profits, to increasing awareness of Islamic virtues,
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Posted on 25/07/2012
Islamabad: UAE Ambassador to Pakistan Eisa Abdullah Al Basha Al Nuaimi continued supervising the distribution of dates under a program launched two weeks ago by the Red Crescent Authority (RCA) to help needy and poor families in the recipient country.
The gesture comes as per directives of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and follow up of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan
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Posted on 25/07/2012
The Red Crescent Authority (RCA) continued to implement its Iftar programme across the country. The Iftar tents set up by the RCA in various emirates are packed into full during Iftar hours at the sunset.
Hot meals and drinking water are served at the tents in Sharjah, Umm Al Qaiwain, Al Ain City and other parts of the country. Various institutions such as Al Ain Cooperative Society have made contributions to implement the Iftar programme. – Emirates News Agency, WAM
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Posted on 25/07/2012
All systems go in the Municipality of Abu Dhabi City's Fruits '&' Vegetables Market at Mina Zayed for the advent of the holy month of Ramadan and Eid al Fitre in the context of the civic body's keenness to serve all the needs of the public from fruits '&' vegetables in a safe '&' healthy environment, and enable shoppers to shop for extended periods that run up to the first hours of the following day.
Commenting on the move, Khalifa Al Rumaithi, Director of Public Health at the Municipality of
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Posted on 24/07/2012
Abu Dhabi General Services Company Musanada on Sunday announced that it successfully led and completed all the needed arrangements to prepare the mosques in Abu Dhabi to receive worshipers during the holy month of Ramadan.
The maintenance program included the planned and preventive maintenance for all the assets before the advent of the holy month of Ramadan. Musanada further oversaw that 24-hours Emergency plans were tested to be prepared should any emergencies arise, and is in charge of
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Posted on 24/07/2012
To celebrate the spirit of Ramadan, many roads and squares in the capital have been decorated with festive lighting.
The lights depict a variety of lanterns, as well as geometric shapes, and have been installed by the Municipality of Abu Dhabi City.
"The Ramadan lights currently illuminate Bainounah Street, Corniche Road, the Breakwater, Al Bateen Street and Al Maqtaa Street,” Khalid Allaq Al Hammadi, head of events at the municipality, said in a statement on Monday.
In addition, Al Maqtaa
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Posted on 24/07/2012
Ali Al-Hashimi, the Religious adviser to President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has urged for more efforts to attain more knowledge and called for respecting all faiths and all prophets and Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) in particular.
Al Hashimi, in a lecture at the Sultan Bin Zayed's Culture and Media Centre, also slammed claims that Islam was spread by the power of the sword.
"Wise people from all faiths truly admit that Islam triumphed and spread, not by the power of sword,
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Posted on 24/07/2012
The Zakat Fund yesterday unveiled an automatic teller machine (ATM) in the city of Al Ain as part of its pioneering endeavour to employ the most advanced technology in the collection of Zakat and its distribution.
Zakat is an obligatory due of at least 2.5percentage on the wealth of each Muslim individual. The ATM was commissioned at a simple ceremony attended by officials in Al Ain.
Secretary General of Zakat Fund Abdullah Bin Aqeeda Al Muhairi said that the Fund has now installed a total
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Posted on 19/07/2012
During the Holy Month of Ramadan, Al Majaz Waterfront is bringing Freej — the UAE's most famous cartoon TV series — to life.
Freej village is designed especially for families and children to spend quality time with their peers while enjoying the festivities of the Holy Month. Beginning July 22 and running till Eid Al Fitr, the village will take families through the world of Freej with the four lovable main characters of the TV series — Um Saeed, Um Saloom, Um Allawi and Um Khammas.
There
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Posted on 19/07/2012
Al Qasba Development Authority has completed its preparations for the Holy Month of Ramadan with a package of diverse activities as part of its ‘Ramadaniat Al Qasba' event.
Al Qasba is all set to receive visitors with a package of diverse activities, and offers fitting the religious atmosphere of the Holy Month have been created to delight visitors and offer them a unique Ramadan experience and the essence of Arab hospitality.
Al Qasba's main activities include three major events: Ramadan
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Posted on 19/07/2012
As the holy month nears, there's a festive air everywhere. To add to this the Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2012 started yesterday across the emirate and will run until August 25.
The festival, which is in its 23rd edition, features many cultural, shopping and religious activities and provides entertainment for the entire family across the city of Sharjah, Al Dhaid, Kalba, Khor Fakkan and Dibba Al Hisn.
Venues such as parks and shopping malls have various entertainment programmes with shows,
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Posted on 17/07/2012
A committee to sight the crescent moon that marks the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan in the UAE for the current Hijri year 1433 was set up on Monday through a ministerial decree by Justice Minister Dr Hadif Jua'an Al Dhaheri.
Membership of the newly set up moon-sighting committee, which is chaired by the minister himself, includes senior Awqaf (endowments) officials, judiciary officials, religious counsellors and members of the astronomical society.
According to the decree, the
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Posted on 17/07/2012
Hundreds of young volunteers will fan out across the country during Ramadan to renovate homes, refurbish mosques and distribute aid to poor families.
Working through the Emirates Foundation for Youth Development, the volunteers will also join in iftars with the elderly, orphans, hospital patients and people with special needs.
"I want to help people," said Khawla Al Hosani, 25, a volunteer from Abu Dhabi. "I want to see what they need. I want to be a part of the community."
This is the sixth
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Posted on 17/07/2012
The working hours of employees at the various ministries and other federal institutions will be from 9AM until 2PM, said a circular issued by Minister of Education Humaid Mohamed Obaid Al Qattami in his capacity as Chairman of the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources.
The circular is issued as per the Cabinet decision No.13/Year 2012 in implementation of the federal Law 11/2008.
The FAGHR offered sincere greetings to President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice
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Posted on 10/07/2012
The country has enough stock of food products to meet the demands during the holy month of Ramadan, said Dr Hashim Al Nuaimi, Director of the Consumer Protection Department at the Ministry of Economy.
He said there is no price hike when purchasing food products from supermarkets and wholesalers like cooperative societies. However, some retailers and small shops in residential areas often exploit customers. He pointed out that the promotions offered for goods during the holy month of Ramadan
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Posted on 09/07/2012
Officials from Ministry of Economy and Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADED) met yesterday with representatives of retail outlets to discuss about Ramadan promotions ahead of the holy month. The meet also focused on the best mechanisms that could help in price control.
Director of Trade protection at the Ministry of Economy Dr Hashem Al Nuaimi said the ministry is conducting a series of coordinating meetings with local authorities across the emirates to ensure sound arrangements
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Posted on 04/07/2012
The Islamic Crescent Observation Project (ICOP) has announced that most Islamic countries may begin the Holy Month of Ramadan on Saturday, July 21st after moon sighting.
Mohammad Showkat Awda, chairman of the project said most Islamic countries have started the month of Sha'ban on the same day in a rare phenomena, therefore these nations would start monitoring the Ramadan Crescent on Thursday, July 19 which is Sha'ban 29 however the moon day would not be possible in all northern and some
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Posted on 21/06/2012
There will be no increase in the price of fruit and vegetables before and during the fasting month of Ramadan due to start next month.
To cater to rise in demand during the Holy month, supplies are to be increased by more than 50 per cent according to a senior Consumer Protection Department official.
"Fruit and vegetable vendors have agreed to resist from raising prices before Ramadan. We will also regularly inspect that the prices are maintained and not arbitrarily increased,” said Dr
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Posted on 18/06/2012
The Khalifa Bin Zayed Humanitarian Foundation announced yesterday that it has made agreements with over 600 Emirati families to prepare 1.7million Iftar meals to be distributed among the poor during the month of Ramadan.
This is the sixth consecutive year the Foundation is implementing the project of serving hot meals to help the poor and needy during the Holy month.
The Foundation said that it is an innovative initiative on the national level to task the Emirati families with the
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Posted on 28/05/2012
As part of arrangements for the holy month of Ramadan, the Consumer Protection Department at the Ministry of Economy has decided to set up committees to monitor the markets in the Eastern region, with the aim of providing strategic commodities during the holy month and at discount prices.
The panels will also keep an eye on the sale outlets and companies dealing with the supply of food stuff and products. Special committees will be formed to monitor the groceries are not manipulating prices
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Posted on 30/08/2011
Their Highness the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates and Crown Princes today offered Eid Al Fitr prayers across the UAE and received well-wishers.
In Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, received well-wishers, who came to greet him on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr at Zaabel Palace.
He received Eid greetings from senior government and police officials, dignitaries, citizens and residents.
In
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Al Majaz Waterfront gets overwhelming public response during festive season
It’s time for an Eid-venture!
Solemn start to Eid celebrations in UAE
Rulers offer Eid prayers, receive greetings
EidFest Abu Dhabi to feature best of Mideast singing talent
Qasba lines up fun activities to mark 1st day of Eid
Gala performances at EidFest Abu Dhabi
Eid Al Fitr holidays announced for public and private sectors in UAE
Emirati volunteers give ageing flat Ramadan makeover
Celebrating the season of sharing
Emirates Palace showcases rare Kiswah exhibition of sacred Kaaba
Ramadan campaign puts a 'Smile on the Face' of 10,000 UAE labourers
150,000 people have iftar at Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Ramadan shows give TV revenue a big boost
Festive mood reflects the spirit of holy month
Thousands gather for Ramadan activities in the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
FREEJ Village opens at Al Majaz Waterfront to enthral families in Ramadan nights
ADIB showcases "Discovering Ka'aba" exhibition '&' brings 244-year Old "Kiswah" to The UAE
Mohammed bin Rashid meets local and international media representatives
ENOC unveils largest Ramadan campaign
UAE ambassador to Pakistan supervises RCA's charitable programs
Over 250,000 people will benefit from the RCA Iftar programme inside the country
ADM readies Fruits '&' Vegetables Market at Al Mina for Ramadan, Eid
Abu Dhabi mosques prepared with the best conditions for prayer in Ramadan
Lights illuminate Abu Dhabi in Ramadan
Respect all faiths and attain more knowledge, says Al Hashimi
Zakat Fund unveils ATM machine in Al Ain
Al Majaz Waterfront invites families to soak in Freej world this Ramadan
Al Qasba readies to showcase Arab hospitality during Holy Month
Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2012 start
Ramadan Crescent Moon Sighting Committee set
UAE youngsters to give a helping hand during Ramadan
Government announces working hours for public and private sectors during Ramadan
UAE has enough food stocks
Supermarkets on Ramadan price alert
Ramadan first day likely on July 21 in UAE
Government to ensure price stability before Ramadan
Khalifa Humanitarian Foundation to serve 1.7 million Iftar meals during Ramadan
Ministry to curb price hikes during Ramadan
Rulers offer Eid Al Fitr prayers in UAE
Ramadan to begin on July 10th, Eid ul Fitr on August 9th: Sharjah Planetarium
Al Majaz Waterfront gets overwhelming public response during festive season
Solemn start to Eid celebrations in UAE
Rulers offer Eid prayers, receive greetings
EidFest Abu Dhabi to feature best of Mideast singing talent
Qasba lines up fun activities to mark 1st day of Eid
Gala performances at EidFest Abu Dhabi
Eid Al Fitr holidays announced for public and private sectors in UAE
Emirati volunteers give ageing flat Ramadan makeover
Celebrating the season of sharing
Emirates Palace showcases rare Kiswah exhibition of sacred Kaaba
Ramadan campaign puts a 'Smile on the Face' of 10,000 UAE labourers
150,000 people have iftar at Sheikh Zayed Mosque
Ramadan shows give TV revenue a big boost
Festive mood reflects the spirit of holy month
Thousands gather for Ramadan activities in the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
FREEJ Village opens at Al Majaz Waterfront to enthral families in Ramadan nights
ADIB showcases "Discovering Ka'aba" exhibition '&' brings 244-year Old "Kiswah" to The UAE
Mohammed bin Rashid meets local and international media representatives
ENOC unveils largest Ramadan campaign
UAE ambassador to Pakistan supervises RCA's charitable programs
Over 250,000 people will benefit from the RCA Iftar programme inside the country
ADM readies Fruits '&' Vegetables Market at Al Mina for Ramadan, Eid
Abu Dhabi mosques prepared with the best conditions for prayer in Ramadan
Lights illuminate Abu Dhabi in Ramadan
Respect all faiths and attain more knowledge, says Al Hashimi
Zakat Fund unveils ATM machine in Al Ain
Al Majaz Waterfront invites families to soak in Freej world this Ramadan
Al Qasba readies to showcase Arab hospitality during Holy Month
Sharjah Ramadan Festival 2012 start
Ramadan Crescent Moon Sighting Committee set
UAE youngsters to give a helping hand during Ramadan
Government announces working hours for public and private sectors during Ramadan
Supermarkets on Ramadan price alert
Ramadan first day likely on July 21 in UAE
Government to ensure price stability before Ramadan
Khalifa Humanitarian Foundation to serve 1.7 million Iftar meals during Ramadan
Ministry to curb price hikes during Ramadan
Rulers offer Eid Al Fitr prayers in UAE