It is official. The first day of Ramadan 2019 in Dubai and the UAE will be Monday May 6.
Ramadan is a holy month when Muslims commemorate the revelation of the Quran (the religious text of Islam) to the Prophet Mohammed. It is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar.
During this month Muslims are required to fast (sawm) from dawn until dusk; abstaining from eating and drinking, sex, smoking, and even chewing gum.
Dates – Iftar Meal
Fasting during Ramadan is one of the Five Pillars of Islam; basic acts considered mandatory for Muslims. The others are declaration of faith (shahada), prayer (salat), charity (zakat), and pilgrimage to Mecca (hajj).
Muslim children, pregnant women, nursing mothers, the sick, and certain other categories of people are exempt from fasting.
Those observing Ramadan rise early and eat a pre-dawn meal (suhur) before the dawn prayer (fajr).
The fast is broken after sunset and evening prayer (maghrib) with an evening meal (iftar). Traditionally, the meal starts with dates.
Many Muslims gather to break their fast with others. Huge iftar tents, offering extensive buffets, are erected at major hotels.
Dubai is noticeably quieter throughout Ramadan and the pace of life much slower. Muslims will commonly greet each other with phrases such as ‘Ramadan Kareem’ and ‘Ramadan Mubarak’.
Food package being given to a worker during Ramadan
When is Ramadan in Dubai?
The month of Ramadan starts and ends with the sighting of the new moon.
In the UAE a committee of government officials, religious leaders, and astronomers (the United Arab Emirates Moon Sighting Committee) confirms the sighting of the crescent moon (hilal) and the beginning of Ramadan.
In 2019 it is expected start on May 6 and end on June 3. The actual dates are dependent on the moon sighting and may vary by a day or so.
The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar. It has 12 months but only 354 days; shorter than the Gregorian (Western) calendar. Consequently, although Ramadan begins on the same day when using the Islamic calendar, it moves 11 days earlier each year on the Gregorian calendar.
Shawwal is the month following Ramadan. It begins with Eid Al Fitr, a three-day public holiday in Dubai and the UAE.
The Blessed month of Ramadan will soon be upon us once again - a time for reflection, contemplation and celebration.
As the Islamic calendar is based around the lunar cycle, the Holy month of Ramadan rotates by approximately ten days each year. This year, Ramadan is expected to begin on the evening of Sunday 5th May 2019, depending on the sighting of the moon.
One of the five Pillars of Islam, sawm will begin a few hours after the sighting of the moon at sunrise and continue until sunset. It is essential to familiarise yourself with the dates and times for Ramadan 2019, as anyone who is still eating their pre-dawn meal (suhoor) following the completion of the call to prayer (Fajr) is disqualified from that day’s fast.
The day’s fast is completed at sunset and the Maghrib prayers begin. It is traditional to end your fast by eating dates before the evening meal with family and friends.
This 2019 Ramadan timetable has been provided by the East London Mosque.
* Please note that all dates and times are subject to change, depending on the sighting of the moon.
While fasting during Ramadan is one of the five Pillars of Islam, another is the act of charity. This Ramadan, please consider giving generously via our donations page to help those less fortunate today.
According to the 2011 evaluation, the number of inhabitants in the state was 12,548,925 and it is the lone state with a larger population of Muslims.
Talking about population, in order to check out the population of Jammu & Kashmir in 2018, we need to have a look at the population of the past 5 years. They are as per the following:
1. 2013 – 13.1 Million
2. 2014 – 13.3 Million
3. 2015 – 13.6 Million
4. 2016 – 13.9 Million
5. 2017 – 14.12 Million
Predicting the 2018 population of Jammu & Kashmir is not easy but we can get the idea after analysing the population from the year 2013 – 17. As we have seen that every year the population increases by 0.204 Million. Hence, the population of Jammu &
Kashmir in 2018 is forecast to be 14.12 Million + 0.204 Million = 14.324 Million. So, the population of Jammu & Kashmir in the year 2018 as per estimated data = 14.324 Million.
Jammu & Kashmir Population 2018 –14.324 Million. (estimated).
Demography Of Jammu And Kashmir:
Jammu and Kashmir is the solitary Indian state with a more prominent Muslim population. According to the 2011 list, Islam is followed by around 68.3% of the population, while 28.4% belong to Hinduism, Sikhism (1.7%), Buddhism (0.7%) and Christians (0.5%). Around 96.4% of the people in the Kashmir valley is Muslim, trailed by Hindus and Sikhs. Shia population out here is 15 Lakhs in Jammu and Kashmir, which is 14% of entire state population.
Population Density And Growth Of Jammu And Kashmir:
The population density of the state is 56 persons per square kilometre. It has contained its population growth by around 6% in the decade from 2001 to 2011, as showed by figures released by state Directorate of Census Operations. From 29.43% out in 2001, the population growth of Jammu & Kashmir has declined to 23.64% in 2011.
Facts About Jammu And Kashmir:
1. It has an International Border with China and in addition Line of Control (LOC) separates Jammu and Kashmir from Pakistan.
2. Jammu City is hot in the midst of summer and the temperature touches upto 40 degree Celsius. The Ladakh region is to a great degree cold.
3. The perfect circumstances to visit this state are April to October and in addition December to January.
4. There are around 22 regions out here in Jammu and Kashmir.
5. Jammu is the Winter Capital and Srinagar is basically the Summer Capital. Srinagar is the Largest City of Jammu & Kashmir.
The Gulmarg Village is defined by its authenticity at the foot of Mt-Apharwat. The plateau is set at about 2680 meters. Walking around the village, the view on the himalaya is omnipresent. The vibe is relax but true. Take your time, enjoy a local drink or a great meal.
Kashmir is the best thing ever happened to India! For all the enchantress that this piece is paradise is, one must plan an extensive excursion of the Himalayan beauty. There are times when Kashmir flourishes with maple in the fall, green pasture in the summer but winter in Kashmir is really special. Nothing in the world looks prettier than the way top tourist places in Kashmir like Gulmarg, Sonmarg, Pahalgam, and Srinagar appear; all cast in the snow.
In fact winter in Kashmir is challenging. Kashmir thrives in a dreamy surrounding. The entire valley is covered with a blanket of snow. Life comes to a halt during winters as one can’t find too many people around. Stunning escapades loom largely bejeweled with imposing mountain peaks in the backdrop, and partially frozen pine trees cut the picture of a mesmerizing sight around.
The popular television show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ got its Kashmiri version on Monday as the first episode of the programme went on air in the regional language.
The Kashmiri version of the show was aired on DD Kashmir channel.
Titled ‘Kus Bani Koshur Karorpaet?’ (Who will become Kashmiri crorepati), the show was telecast at 8 PM, officials said.
They said the programme would be telecast from 8 to 9 pm on weekdays till July 6.
Now showing: Who will become Kashmiri crorepati?(Photo courtesy-Internet)
The officials said the show received a huge response from locals after it was announced.They said the auditions for the programme had received an overwhelming response.
We received over 1.5 lakh calls, of which 1,200 were selected for auditions. Two auditions were held each in Srinagar, Jammu and New Delhi, an official said.Several episodes of the show has been shot in Noida.
The Kashmiri version of the show is being anchored by well-known actor, anchor and stand-up comedian Rayees Mohiuddin.
Mohiuddin had been selected after auditioning several Valley-based theatre and television actors. The programme is being produced by the same team Studio NXT that produces the KBC anchored by superstar Amitabh Bachchan. It is exactly on the same pattern, but in Kashmiri language, the official said.
Speaking about the show, Director General, Doordarshan, Supriya Sahu said the show gives us the opportunity to highlight the local unsung heroes and bring their untold stories from Jammu and Kashmir region to the rest of the country.
KBC Kashmir will be broadcast on DD Kashmir in the state from Monday to Saturday at 8 pm.
‘Who wants to be a Millionaire?’, a British programme was the inspiration behind Kaun Banega Crorepati hosted by Amitabh Bachchan. The programme was first aired on Star Plus for first three season that came between 2000 to 2007.
Since 2010, Sony TV has been telecasting it.
“KBC Kashmir will be akin to the KBC hosted by Mr Bachchan, except the host will be Kashmiri actor and comedian Rayees Mohiuddin and the language will be Kashmiri,” said a top official at Doordarshan.
People who can speak Kashmiri, hailing from any part of the world, can participate in the show,” officials said. The official also added that around 1,20, 000 people have already registered.
“Fifteen thousand participants were shortlisted after they passed,” officials told News18.
These participants further had to appear for a written test which had 20 objective type questions. Those who clear the test would become the final contestants.
The Kashmiri version of the show is being anchored by well-known actor, anchor and stand-up comedian Rayees Mohiuddin.
Mohiuddin had been selected after auditioning several Valley-based theatre and television actors. The programme is being produced by the same team Studio NXT that produces the KBC anchored by superstar Amitabh Bachchan.
It is exactly on the same pattern, but in Kashmiri language, the official said.
Speaking about the show, Director General, Doordarshan, Supriya Sahu said the show gives us the opportunity to highlight the local unsung heroes and bring their untold stories from Jammu and Kashmir region to the rest of the country.
I would like to thank the team behind the show and Prasar Bharati for their continuous support, Sahu said.
The director general said the quiz-based show was aimed to give an opportunity to the people of Jammu and Kashmir to prove their mettle on knowledge.
The show also gives them a platform to share their personal experiences and stories of achievements and success giving them the opportunity to inspire and motivate us, Sahu said.
The popular television show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' got its Kashmiri version on Monday as the first episode of the programme went on air in the regional language.
The Kashmiri version of the show was aired on DD Kashmir channel.
Titled 'Kus Bani Koshur Karorpaet?' (Who will become Kashmiri crorepati), the show was telecast at 8 PM, officials said.
They said the programme would be telecast from 8 to 9 pm on weekdays till July 6.
The officials said the show received a huge response from locals after it was announced.
They said the auditions for the programme had received an overwhelming response.
We received over 1.5 lakh calls, of which 1,200 were selected for auditions. Two auditions were held each in Srinagar, Jammu and New Delhi, an official said.
Several episodes of the show has been shot in Noida.
Anyone who is an Indian citizen, residing in India, of 18 years or above as on March 5, 2019 and the citizen
should be of sound health and mind can register for KBC Koshur / Kus Bani Koshur Karorpaet. No person can participate on behalf of another person.
What are the different modes of registration for KUS BANI KOSHUR KARORPAET ?
You can register by answering the on-air question by calling on the IVR number and by answering the
question on the App
The operator wise registration details of the numbers to be dialled for IVR are listed below:
*The SonyLIV App is available for download from the Google Playstore and Apple Appstore
What number can I call to register my answer?
Subscribers of the below mentioned operators can place a missed call on 87488 87488. They will receive a call back on their number and they can then register through the IVR
Mode of participation
Dial in numbers to be used
IVR
87488 87488
"KUS BANI KOSHUR KAROREPAET" #KBConDDkashir with Rayees Mohiuddin Starting from 29th April, 2019, Monday to Saturday 8:00PM to 9:00PM only on @DDKashirChannel
