Ramadan 2026: Ramadan is considered to be the most sacred and important month of Islam, in which people of the Muslim community fast from sunrise to sunset and remain absorbed in the worship of Allah. This month begins with the appearance of the new moon and usually lasts for 29 or 30 days. During this time, people pay special attention to Sehri and Iftar as well as recitation of Quran, Namaz and charity. Ramadan not only teaches physical discipline but also strengthens qualities like spiritual purification, patience, gratitude and humanity. At the end of this holy month, the festival of Eid-ul-Fitr is celebrated, which is a symbol of happiness and brotherhood.
When is Eid-ul-Fitr celebrated?
Eid-ul-Fitr is celebrated after the last day of Ramadan. On this day, people share happiness with their loved ones, wear new clothes, eat sweets and thank Allah. This festival helps the needy and promotes social unity.
What are Sehri and Iftar?
Sehri and Iftar are the two most important parts of Ramadan for fasting people.
Sehri – This is a meal taken in the morning before sunrise. After Sehri, Fajr prayer is offered, which is the first prayer of the morning. After this, nothing is eaten or drunk the whole day.
Iftar – Fast is broken in the evening after sunset, which is called Iftar. It occurs after Maghrib prayers, which is the evening prayer. Iftar completes the fast and people break the fast with dates, water or other things.
Sehri and Iftar timings for 28 February 2026
Sehri is at 05:29 AM and Iftar is at 06:20 PM in Delhi (and surrounding areas) on 28 February 2026. Timings may vary slightly according to the city, like in Lucknow Sehri is at 05:14 and Iftar at 06:06.
The real meaning and lesson of Ramadan
The real meaning of Ramadan is related to patience, gratitude and humanity. By worshiping Allah with a true heart, a person comes closer to God and tries to improve himself. This month teaches discipline, self-control and moral improvement. People make the following efforts during Ramadan-
Stay away from bad things and habits.
Avoid telling lies, control anger and give up bad thoughts and actions.
Learning to be patient, because if patience conquers the world then it means that you have conquered everything.
Do not keep hatred in the heart and keep the mind clean.
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