Islamic New Year Date Set
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The Islamic New Year, 1 Muharram 1448 Hijriyah, will be observed on June 17, 2026, according to a decision by PBNU in Indonesia. This date follows lunar observation. Meanwhile, Yobe and Kwara states in Nigeria have declared June 16, 2026, a public holiday to mark the occasion.
PBNU Sets Islamic New Year 1448 H for June 17, 2026
- PBNU has determined that the Islamic New Year, 1 Muharram 1448 Hijriyah, will fall on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. - This decision follows a moon sighting attempt on June 15, 2026, where the crescent moon was not observed. - PBNU's date differs from the government and Muhammadiyah, who have set 1 Muharram for June 16, 2026.
Yobe declares Tuesday public holiday for Islamic New Year
- Yobe State in Nigeria has declared Tuesday, June 16, 2026, a public holiday to mark the beginning of the Islamic New Year (1448 AH). - Governor Mai Mala Buni approved the holiday to acknowledge the …
Islamic New Year 1448 Date Nears Confirmation
- Astronomical calculations suggest June 16, 2026, will be the first day of the Islamic New Year 1448. - The exact date in Tunisia will be confirmed by observing the new moon and announced by the Muft…
Bandung Regency strengthens synergy between religious scholars and government for Islamic New Year
- The Bandung Regency government in Indonesia held an event to commemorate the Islamic New Year, 1 Muharram 1448 Hijriah. - The event aimed to strengthen Islamic brotherhood and enhance the community'…
Islamic New Year: Kwara declares Tuesday public holiday
- Kwara State government has declared Tuesday a public holiday to mark the 1448 Islamic New Year (Hijrah). - The holiday commemorates the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar and the migration of P…
West Java Politician: Islamic New Year Inspires Self-Improvement, Community Care
- The New Year of Islam, 1 Muharram 1448 Hijriah, should be seen as more than just a calendar change, but an opportunity for self-reflection and improving community care. - Tina Wiryawati, a West Java…