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Unidentified burglars stole around Rs 20 lakh in cash, gold jewellery and silver articles from a trader’s house in Attapur during Ramzan festivities. Police suspect the accused had prior knowledge of the owner’s movements and are examining CCTV footage.

Hyderabad is gearing up for Eid-ul-Fitr prayers, with lakhs expected at major Eidgahs, including Mir Alam. Authorities have made elaborate arrangements, while religious scholars highlight the significance of Eidgahs in fostering unity and large congregational prayers.

The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation will operate special buses to manage the travel rush during Ugadi and Ramzan. Additional services will run on March 17, 18 and 23, while women will continue to travel free under the Mahalakshmi Scheme.

Mosques across Hyderabad are witnessing a large turnout of devotees observing itikaaf during the last ten days of Ramzan. Muslims spend long hours in prayer and spiritual reflection, while mosques make special arrangements for those participating.

Protests erupted in Shia-dominated areas of Kashmir against US-Israel strikes on Iran during the last Friday of Ramzan. Authorities imposed restrictions to prevent unrest and closed Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid, while demonstrations supporting Palestine remained peaceful

BRS leaders distributed Ramzan kits to poor Muslims across Siddipet town with the support of former minister T Harish Rao. Later, Harish Rao and former Home Minister Mohd. Mehmood Ali attended a large iftar gathering at the Idgah.

The J&K Students Association has sought Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu’s intervention after Kashmiri students alleged harassment, hijab restrictions, and denial of Ramzan arrangements at Kurnool nursing college, citing emotional distress and violation of their fundamental rights.

With zakat collections in Hyderabad expected to touch Rs 400 crore this Ramzan, concerns over transparency and alleged misuse have emerged. Many youngsters are now directly distributing zakat to support education and small businesses instead of donating to organisations.

Many people wonder whether the holy month should be called Ramzan or Ramadan. Both are correct. The difference comes from how the Arabic letter ḍād is pronounced in different languages, especially in South Asia compared to global English usage.

With gold prices nearly doubling in a year, Muslims in Hyderabad are set to contribute significantly more Zakat this Ramzan. Zakat, one of Islam’s five pillars, requires 2.5 percent of annual savings to be given to the needy. Religious leaders emphasise its obligatory nature, regardless of rising costs.

UAE leaders have pardoned 4,700 prisoners across various emirates to mark the holy month of Ramzan, a tradition observed in Gulf countries during significant Islamic occasions. The UAE President also pledged to settle financial obligations linked to the sentences.

Doctors have advised individuals with chronic health conditions to exercise caution while fasting during Ramzan. Senior cardiologist Dr Syed Akram Ali stated that patients should undergo medical check-ups and be categorised into risk groups before deciding to fast.

The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee announced that Ramzan will begin from Thursday after sighting the new moon. Following the declaration, Hyderabad witnessed brisk activity as people prepared for taraweeh prayers and sehar arrangements across mosques and markets

The Ruet-e-Hilal Committee in Hyderabad will meet this evening to confirm the sighting of the crescent moon, which will determine the start of Ramzan. While Saudi Arabia and other Middle Eastern countries began observing Ramzan on Wednesday, Hyderabad is expected to follow from Thursday, subject to the committee’s announcement.

Businessmen in Hyderabad are organising month-long Ramzan shopping fairs featuring celebrities and influencers. Religious scholars, however, argue that such events dilute the sanctity of the holy month, urging the community to avoid them.

As the holy month of Ramzan approaches, the GHMC has launched a focused cleanliness drive at key religious and heritage sites, including Mecca Masjid, Madina, and Charminar.

With Ramzan approaching, Hyderabad markets are witnessing heavy crowds as people buy dates, groceries and clothes. Begum Bazaar and other commercial hubs are bustling, while small eateries and traders prepare for brisk business during the fasting month.

Telangana schools will shift to half-day schedule from March 16, operating from 8 am to 12.30 pm. SSC exam centres will function in the afternoon. Urdu medium schools have also revised timings in view of Ramzan

Imams and Muezzins across Telangana are facing uncertainty ahead of Ramzan due to delayed honorarium payments by the Wakf Board. With dues cleared only till November and thousands of applications pending, religious functionaries have urged immediate intervention by the government.

With Ramzan approaching, cyber crooks are circulating fake ‘Ramzan Ration’ messages offering free grocery kits. Telangana Cyber Security Bureau has warned citizens not to click suspicious links, as scammers may hack phones, steal data and withdraw money from bank accounts.