Timely, verified coverage of moon sighting announcements, the Islamic calendar, Hajj and Umrah developments, and events affecting Muslim communities worldwide — reported by the Islamic Info Center editorial desk.
Ongoing live coverage of hilal sighting reports from Saudi Arabia and Muslim-majority countries worldwide, tracking how each new Islamic month is officially confirmed throughout the year.
Read Full Story →How the Crescent Sighting Committee and Umm al-Qura calendar determine the start of each Hijri month, and why dates can shift by a day.
The expected start date of Muharram 1448 AH, the Islamic New Year, along with its significance and key observed dates.
A full guide to the Islamic calendar 2026, mapping Hijri months against key events to help Muslims plan worship with confidence.
A roundup of official Saudi pilgrim and mosque policy announcements affecting worshippers and travelers in 2026.
Expected Eid dates for UK Muslim communities in 2027, alongside guidance on spiritual preparation and celebration.
Confirmed dates for the 1447 AH Dhul Hijjah moon sighting, Hajj schedule and Eid al-Adha announcements.
Live status updates and pilgrimage information for the 2026 Hajj season, tracked throughout the pilgrimage period.
Coverage of reports circulating on the health status of Mojtaba Khamenei amid a wider regional news cycle.
Confirmed reports on the death of IRGC spokesperson Ali Mohammad Naini following a targeted overnight strike in Tehran.
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