Holy month of Ramadan begins for Muslims around the world | In pics

Every year, Ramadan, also known as Ramzan or Ramazan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is celebrated by Muslims with much pomp and grandeur.

Updated on: Mar 24, 2023 8:06 PM IST

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Ramzan is marked as the month of hope, prayers, fasting, reflection and community. (Raj K Raj/ HT)

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Ramadan in India is expected to begin from tomorrow after the sighting of the moon over Mecca. (Raj K Raj/ HT)

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People of the Islamic faith observe fast or Roza along with their friends and family. (Deepak Gupta/ HT)

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The crescent moon holds a lot of religious significance in Islam.  (Raj K Raj / HT)

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People purchase dates ahead of the fasting month of Ramzan in the old city of Hyderabad. (PTI)

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Iftar is the meal eaten by Muslims after sunset to break their fast. (AP)

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Muslims perform Friday prayers in Jama Masjid, New Delhi. (Sanchit Khanna/HT Photo)

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Muslim devotees rush inside Jama Masjid for prayers on first Friday of the Ramadan month.  (Sanchit Khanna/HT Photo)