The moon sighting is crucial because it marks the beginning of Shawwal, the month following Ramadan, and indicates the end of fasting. As we approach the end of Ramadan 2025, Muslims around the world are waiting for the official announcement that signals the start of Eid-ul-Fitr. Whether you're in India, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, or elsewhere, the exact timing can vary, but the excitement and spirit of celebration remain the same.
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Steve Smith has retired from One-Day Internationals following Australia's Champions Trophy semi-final loss against India. He remains available for Tests and T20Is, aiming for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Smith played 170 ODIs, scored 5800 runs, and led Australia to two World Cup victories in 2015 and 2023. His decision paves the way for younger players to prepare for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Budget 2025 income tax expectations: The Union Budget 2025 is expected to simplify existing tax provisions and introduce reforms to boost consumption amidst rising living costs and inflation. Key expectations include increasing the income tax rebate, revisiting limits of deduction under Sections 80C and 80D, enhancing housing tax breaks.
India's first frozen zoo in Darjeeling's Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park is preserving the DNA of endangered Himalayan species using cryogenic technology. This initiative aims to ensure the long-term preservation of genetic material to aid future conservation efforts, including the possibility of assisted reproduction.
Army commanders initiated a four-day conference to review the security situation at the borders with China and Pakistan. The conference, led by General Upendra Dwivedi, focuses on operational priorities and the modernization of the large force, particularly in context of slow troop de-escalation at the LAC with China.
Astronauts depend on oxygen tanks while in space, with backup systems in place to prevent emergencies. In the event of an oxygen supply failure, emergency tanks and portable cylinders provide a temporary solution. Spacecraft and spacesuits are equipped with systems to maintain a safe breathing environment, but prompt action is crucial to ensure astronauts' survival.
A devastating wildfire in Los Angeles, fueled by high winds and dry conditions, has resulted in 11 fatalities, destroyed thousands of homes, and forced widespread evacuations. The Santa Ana winds, alongside drought-like conditions and rapid urbanization, exacerbated the fire's spread, overwhelming firefighting efforts. Authorities are investigating the fire hydrants' failures during critical moments.
The district administration of Rajouri continues intensive preventive care for residents of Badhaal village where a mystery illness has claimed 17 lives. With no new reported cases, 364 individuals have been isolated and provided with essential needs, while the village is under strict monitoring to ensure safety and prevent further spread.
Rajya Sabha witnessed a fiery start to the two-day-long discussion to mark 75 years of Constitution with FM Nirmala Sitharaman launching a scathing attack on Congress for carrying out major amendments to the statute over the decades with the sole aim to help "one family" and promote "parivarvad" (dynasty). Mallikarjun Kharge accused PM Modi and BJP of "misleading the country" by "twisting facts" and speaking "untruths" about first PM Nehru in Parliament. He demanded that the PM apologise for... Expand
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