Ramadan Moon Sighted in Lucknow, Taraweeh Prayers Begin Today

• The Ramadan moon has been sighted in Uttar Pradesh, officially announced by Shia and Sunni moon committees.
• Maulana Khalid Rasheed, Maulana Saif Abbas, and City Qazi Irfan Mian Farangi Mahali made the announcement in Lucknow.
• Taraweeh prayers will commence in mosques from today, Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
• Maulana Syed Saif Abbas Naqvi announced February 19 as the first day of Ramadan.
• Saudi Arabia observed its first fast on Wednesday, February 18, after the moon was sighted on Tuesday evening.