How to Make This Ramadan Your Best
Here are some doable suggestions to make your Ramadan better:
1. Establish a sleep schedule: Go to bed early because you'll have to get up early for Sehri. Restoring your energy can be achieved with a quick afternoon nap (Qailulah).
2. Arrange your workload: If at all feasible, complete critical duties in the morning when you have more energy. Take a nap in the afternoon.
3. Drink a lot of water: Between Iftar and Sehri, aim to consume eight glasses or more of water.
4. Learn to control your anger: The month of Ramadan is one of patience. Simply respond, "I'm fasting," if someone disturbs you.
5. Create a list of duas: Every night, offer prayers for the Ummah as a whole, your family, and yourself.
How This Ramadan Is Different
As you may have observed, Ramadan occurs roughly 10–11 days earlier every year. This is due to the fact that the Islamic calendar is based on the moon.
Ramadan begins in mid-February this year. The duration of the days will be in the middle, neither too lengthy nor too short. This facilitates the balancing of family, work, and church.
The following describes the hours of fasting in several nations:
|
Country/Region |
Approximate Fasting Hours |
|
Saudi Arabia, UAE |
12 to 14 hours |
|
Pakistan, India |
12.5 to 14 hours |
|
UK, Europe |
14 to 16 hours |
|
Indonesia, Malaysia |
12 to 13 hours |
If Ramadan begins in Pakistan tomorrow, Sehri will conclude at approximately 5:15–5:30 AM, while Iftar will take place at roughly 6:15–6:30 PM. Depending on your city, these hours may differ significantly.
Sehri: The Blessed Meal
- Foods that digest slowly, such as grains, oats, and whole wheat bread
- Foods high in protein, such as cheese, yogurt, and eggs
- Dates are a great source of energy and are Sunnah.
- Consuming too much spicy food will cause you to become thirsty.
- Too much tea or coffee might dehydrate you.
- Too much sweets might cause blood sugar levels to rise and fall.
Iftar: When Prayers Are Accepted
Sunset. The moment when the prayer of a person who is fasting is accepted.
As the Prophet ï·º demonstrated, breaking your fast with dates and water is the greatest option.
After praying Maghrib, return to complete your meal.
This year, a new trend that is becoming more and more popular is "Iftar Hikes." After Iftar, many in the UAE go on nighttime treks to worship and enjoy the outdoors. It's a lovely combination of spiritual tranquility and bodily health.
You might arrange an Iftar vacation to Murree or Margalla Hills if you're in Pakistan.
New Ramadan Trends for 2026
Ramadan is changing. Beyond the church, people are discovering new ways to engage with the month.
Digital Ramadan: Iftar alarms, Quran reading, and prayer timing apps are now widely available. During Ramadan, the use of religious apps increases by 82% in Malaysia and Indonesia.
Ramadan Markets: Special Ramadan foods and cultural souvenirs are sold in "Pasar Malam" (night markets), which appear all around Malaysia and Indonesia. Iftar stalls can be found in every neighborhood in Pakistan.
Travel Trends: Ramadan is now a time when more people travel. The week before and the third week following Eid are when travel in Malaysia doubles. To celebrate Eid, people in Pakistan go back to their hometowns.
Charity: The Real Spirit of Ramadan
There is more to Ramadan than simply avoiding hunger. The goal is to assist others.
This year, 360,000 fasting individuals in Qatar will get Iftar thanks to the "Iftar Saim" initiative. The Zakat Fund has announced that 40,000 food boxes will be distributed in Jordan.
Iftar dinners and ration bags are distributed by a number of social organizations in Pakistan. You can also assist a local family in need.
Recall that charitable giving involves more than just financial gain. Charity includes providing water to someone thirsty, feeding someone hungry, and consoling someone who is depressed.
Taraweeh: The Joy of Night Prayers
The nights of Ramadan are unique. Taraweeh, the opportunity to hear the Quran being recited, starts after the Isha prayer.
While some people pray Taraweeh at the mosque, others do it at home. Both are doing well. Enjoying this worship and not viewing it as a chore are what count.
Twelve reciters have been chosen by the Ministry of Awqaf in Qatar to lead Taraweeh at the Imam Muhammad bin Abdul Wahhab Mosque. Famous mosques in Pakistan also host well-known Qaris.
The Last Ten Days: Searching for Laylatul Qadr
The most significant period of Ramadan is the final ten days. Laylatul Qadr, also known as the Night of Power, is superior to a thousand months.
During these times, the Prophet ï·º would enhance his worship. During this period, I'tikaf, or spiritual retreat, is also observed.
At the very least, enhance your worship on these evenings if you are unable to perform I'tikaf. Ask for forgiveness from Allah, confess your sins, and offer a du'a.
Eid al-Fitr: Celebrating Success
Eid al-Fitr is celebrated at the end of Ramadan. It's a celebration of finishing a month of worship, not simply about new clothing and candy.
Fitrana (Zakat al-Fitr) must be given before Eid. It guarantees that the impoverished can participate in the Eid festivities as well.
The true essence of Eid is hugging one another, asking for forgiveness, and sharing joy after the Eid prayer.
Happy Ramadan!
Tomorrow marks the beginning of Ramadan. This is your opportunity to make a difference in your life. Develop new positive habits. Get rid of the old, bad ones.
I hope you experience blessings, forgiveness, and mercy during this Ramadan. I hope your prayers are heard, your fasts are accepted, and your worship is true.
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