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The King Khan of Bollywood Shahrukh will mark the Eid festivities with his fans. Every year, Shah Rukh and Salman greet their fans from their residence om the occasion.

On the other hand, the prefectionist Aamir Khan prefers an intimate celebration with friends and family and is often spotted on an outing in and around the city in a Pathani suit.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday extended Eid Al-Fitr greetings to everyone. “My warmest wishes to everyone celebrating Eid al Fitr. Each of us can be inspired by this celebration’s spirit of solidarity, community, compassion and empathy. Eid Mubarak! he tweeted.

The Sudan capital Khartoum was rocked by bombing and artillery shelling on Friday, despite reports that warring forces had welcomed a proposal for a truce during the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr, Reuters reported.

This comes just hours after the United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appealed on Thursday for a three-day truce amid Eid celebrations.

Countries celebrating Eid today

1. Saudi Arabia
2. UAE
3. Qatar
4. Algeria
5. Bahrain
6. Egypt
7. Iraq
8. Jordan
9. Kuwait
10. Lebanon
11. Sudan
12. Syria
13. Tunisia
14. Palestine
15. Yemen

Countries celebrating Eid tomorrow

1. India
2. Pakistan
3. Bangladesh
4. Malaysia
5. Indonesia
6. Thailand
7. Singapore
8. Japan
9. Brunei
10. Australia
11. Philippines

At least 78 people were killed in a stampede in the Yemeni capital Sanaa during a charity event. The incident took place when the residents gathered at a school to receive cash donations distributed by merchants during Ramadan, witnesses and the Houthi administration said on Thursday.

Hundreds of people crowded to receive the alms, which amounted to 5,000 Yemeni riyals, or about $9 per person, two witnesses involved in the rescue effort told Reuters.

Eid Al-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan after almost 30 days of rigorous fasting. To celebrate this occasion and let your loved ones know that you are thinking of them, what better way than to send a warm wish with quotes from the Holy Quran? Here are five best Eid quotes from Quran!

1.  “God is kind and likes kindness in all things.” [Rihadh us-Saleheen, Volume 1:633] Happy Eid!
2. “The best charity is that given to a relative who does not like you.” [Fiqh-us-Sunnah:V3N100]
3. “No companion of mine should tell me anything bad about another person. For when I meet you, I would like my heart to be clean (unbiased.)” [Riyadh-us-Salaheen:1539]
4.  “Do good deeds properly, sincerely and moderately and know that your deeds will not make you enter Paradise and that the most beloved deed to Allah’s is the most regular and constant even though it were little.” [Prophet Muhammad (s) as narrated by A’isha (ra) in Sahih Bukhari, vol. 8, hadith 471] Eid Mubarak!!
5.  And whosoever fears Allaah and keeps his duty to Him, He will make a way for him to get out (from every difficulty) [al-Talaaq 65:2]

The term ”Eid Mubarak”, often used to wish one another on the occasion of the holy Islamic festival is an Arabic term. In the Arabic language, the word Mubarak means ”blessed”, which translates to ”a blessed Eid”. When you wish someone, Eid Mubarak, you are praying for them to have a blessed Eid celebration.

Eid marks the end of Ramadan, which means the “festival of breaking the fast.” The celebration of Eid depends on the sighting of the crescent moon.

The celebrations of Eid Ul-Fitr, which marks the conclusion of one month of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan, date back to the time of Prophet Muhammad, the founder of Islam. According to Islamic tradition, the Prophet received the first revelation of the Quran during the month of Ramadan, which is why the month is considered sacred.

The end of Ramadan is marked by the celebration of Eid Ul-Fitr, which means the “festival of breaking the fast.” The celebration of Eid depends on the sighting of the crescent moon.

The head of the Taliban-appointed judiciary, Abdul Hakim Haqqani on Thursday said the holiday for Eid ul-Fitr would start on Friday. Eid is celebrated based on the sightings of the crescent moon, which marks the end of the fasting month of Ramzan.

In India, the Shawwal crescent moon could not be sighted on Thursday, which means that the holy month of Ramadan would complete its full 30 days. As a result, Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on Saturday.

Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar are celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr on Friday as the crescent Moon was spotted in the countries on Thursday. The sighting of the Holy Moon signals the end of the holy month of Ramadan and the three-day Eid celebration begins after that.

Meanwhile, in India, the Shawwal crescent moon could not be sighted, which means that the holy month of Ramadan would complete its full 30 days. As a result, Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on Saturday.

The Philippines will celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Saturday as the country’s crescent moon could not be seen on Thursday.  According to Bangsamoro Darul-Ifta’, the Islamic Advisory Council of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), Eid-al-Fitr celebrations will begin on Saturday.

The holy moon could not be spotted in Mindanao, including Maguindanao del Norte, Tawi-Tawi, Sulu, Basilan, and the cities of Cotabato and Iligan on Thursday night.

Candian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took to Twitter to extend Eid wishes to all the Muslims in the country and around the world. In a video message, the Canadian PM said that Eid is a time for spirituality and peace. He called on people to come together and celebrate the festival of joy.

”Eid al-Fitr, also known as the festival of breaking the fast, marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. To Muslims across the country and around the world who are celebrating with their family and friends: Eid Mubarak!, he tweeted.

UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, has called for a three-day ceasefire during Eid al-Fitr in Sudan to allow civilians to receive essential supplies, medical treatment, and flee conflict zones. The US State Department has also urged an extension of the ceasefire, despite reports of heavy gunfire on Thursday. The ongoing power struggle between the forces led by two allied leaders of Sudan’s ruling council has resulted in the deaths of over 330 people.

Eid Al-Fitr will be celebrated on Saturday, April 22 in the China and Philippines as the Shawwal moon was not sighted in these countries on Thursday.

The Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh, which means that the holy month of Ramadan would complete its full 30 days. As a result, Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on Saturday, April 22, in these countries.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his greetings for the festival of Eid al-Fitr to the President of the Republic of Sierra Leone Julius Maada Bio through a letter.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his wishes to Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr via a letter.

This year in India, two important festivals, Akshaya Tritiya (also known as Akha Teej) and Eid ul Fitr, are falling on the same day, April 22. Akshaya Tritiya is a Hindu festival celebrated as a day of prosperity and good luck, while Eid ul Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan for Muslims. The coincidence of the two festivals on the same day is a rare occurrence and has added to the festive spirit in India.

With India all set to celebrate Eid al-Fitr on Saturday, as the crescent moon that marks the end of the fasting month of Ramzan was not sighted on Thursday, here are some top greetings to send to loved ones:

1. Before the golden sunrise, let me decorate each of the rays with wishes of success, prosperity and Happiness for you and your family. Happy Eid Ul Fitr!

2. May Allah open the doors of happiness and prosperity for you. Eid Mubarak to you and your family. Enjoy a blessed time this Eid.

3. I wish that Allah shower his love and blessings on you, accept your sacrifices and forgive you for your sins….Wishing you a very Happy Eid.

4. Our month-long wait is finally over with the sight of the new moon. We have been bestowed with a pious day by Allah. I hope you enjoy this day and seek Allah’s blessings. Eid Mubarak!

5. Eid Mubarak! Seize the moment and be happy. Because very little is needed to make a happy life, it’s all within yourself and your way of thinking.

Eid-ul-Fitr is a joyous occasion celebrated by Muslims all over the world, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. As Eid-ul-Fitr 2023 approaches, here are some wishes to send to your loved ones, friends, and colleagues:

1. May Allah fill your life with joy and prosperity. Eid Mubarak.

2. May the year ahead be fruitful for your home and family and especially for you. Happy Eid Mubarak To You!

3. May this day bring new rays of hope and an ocean of opportunities into your life. Welcome them with an open mind and fresh thoughts. Eid Mubarak!

4. I wish that Allah shower his love and blessings on you, accept your sacrifices and forgive you for your sins….Wishing you a very Happy Eid.

5. Our month-long wait is finally over with the sight of the new moon. We have been bestowed with a pious day by Allah. I hope you enjoy this day and seek Allah’s blessings. Eid Mubarak!