16MAY2018 - Holiday Today - Malaysia, Pakistan (Religious Holidays)
Malaysia - First Day of Ramadan
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar observed as a month of fasting by Muslims all over the world. The first day of Ramadan is an official non-working day in some countries with predominantly Muslim population.
As the Muslim calendar is lunar, the beginning of the new month is marked by the new moon. During the entire month, Muslims fast every day from dawn to sunset. They are required to abstain from food, drink and marital relations. Fasting during Ramadan is considered one of the five pillars of Islam which are the foundation of Muslim life. It helps become closer to Allah and is considered an act of deeply personal.
Bunker Price at Malaysia Ports
Pakistan - First Day of Ramadan
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar observed as a month of fasting by Muslims all over the world. The first day of Ramadan is an official non-working day in some countries with predominantly Muslim population.
As the Muslim calendar is lunar, the beginning of the new month is marked by the new moon. During the entire month, Muslims fast every day from dawn to sunset. They are required to abstain from food, drink and marital relations. Fasting during Ramadan is considered one of the five pillars of Islam which are the foundation of Muslim life. It helps become closer to Allah and is considered an act of deeply personal.




