The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet later today to sight the Zilhaj moon. This meeting will take place at the Pakistan Meteorological Department building in Karachi, with simultaneous zonal meetings in the provincial capitals and Islamabad. A day ago, Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court announced the sighting of the Zilhaj moon with the last month of the Islamic calendar beginning today. The rituals of Haj will commence on June 14 with the Day of Arafat on June 15. Eidul Azha will be observed in the kingdom on June 16.
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Rihanna recently rocked an “I’m Retired” t-shirt with A$AP Rocky while seemingly sending a subtle message to her fans. The Lift Me Up singer, who hasn’t released a full-length album since her 2016’s Anti, was spotted taking a stroll with her boyfriend in New York. The Barbadian entertainer donned a blue short-sleeved T-shirt that read: “I’m retired.” It further added: “This is as dressed up as I get.” Pairing the top with a darker blue maxi skirt and red sneakers, Rihanna pulled off the look with a lime green purse. Meanwhile, her longtime sweetheart sported a tan and brown argyle sweater shirt, pairing…
Prince William has turned heads as he arrived at Prince George’s godfather the Duke of Westminster’s wedding on Friday. Prince Harry did not avail the opportunity to see his brother as he stayed in California with Meghan Markle and their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Hugh Grosvenor, who’s godfather to both Prince George and Prince Archie, is marrying Olivia Henson at Chester Cathedral today (June 7, 2024). William made low-key arrival in sprinter van for the society wedding of the year. The Prince of Wales, who’s close friend of the Duke, made solo appearance. He is set to serve…
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