Pakistan is gearing up for the holy month of Ramadan 2026, with the birth of the Ramadan moon expected on February 17th at 5:01 PM. According to the Meteorological Department, there is a strong possibility of the moon being visible on February 18th, with clear skies or partial cloud cover expected in most parts of the country.
The Meteorological Department has announced the last time to look for the moon in different parts of the country. In Sindh, the last time to spot the moon is at 7:24 PM, while in Punjab, it will be visible until 7:08 PM. In other parts of the country, the timings for fasting during Ramadan have been revealed.
In Balochistan, the last time to spot the moon is at 7:47 PM, while in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, it will be visible until 7:13 PM. In Azad Kashmir, the moon will be visible until 6:58 PM, and in Gilgit-Baltistan, it will be visible until 6:53 PM.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited the home of Shaheed Aun Abbas, who was martyred while trying to prevent a suicide bomber. The Prime Minister led the Fateha Khwani for the martyrs.
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman emphasized the need for a working relationship between the federal government and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Advocate Faisal Malik stated that the case of Ali Moeen Khan depends on a USB drive containing over 65 video recordings.
The Nepra has issued a decision on fixed electricity charges, stating that the charges are applicable to both protected and non-protected consumers. Chief Minister Punjab announced that the province is ensuring the safety of women, with a significant decrease in crimes against women. He also stated that women can participate in all sports, including Kabaddi, Tennis, Hockey, Football, Cricket, Karate, and Swimming.
In another development, the Lahore High Court has dismissed the National Accountability Bureau’s (NAB) appeal against the acquittal of a Forest Department official.
In a meeting with the Prime Minister, former Test cricketer Shoaib Akhtar demanded payment of outstanding dues from the federal government. The University of Punjab’s Vice-Chancellor stated that two student organizations clashed, resulting in aerial firing.
The Nepra has issued a decision on fixed electricity charges, stating that the charges are applicable to both protected and non-protected consumers.
Former General Qamar Javed Bajwa has sustained injuries in a fall, while former cricketer Nasir Jamshed expressed regret over his past actions and vowed to advise new players to avoid corruption.
In a separate incident, a 19-year-old girl was killed in a shootout in Mumbai, India.
