The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) continues to distribute hundreds of tonnes of Ramadan Ration in several Yemeni Governorates…reports Asian Lite News
Some seven million beneficiaries benefit from the Ramadan Ration and Iftar programmes in Shabwa, Hadramaut, Taiz, Hodeidah, and Socotra.
The initiative is in implementation of the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and the follow up of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the ERC, to meet the needs of Yemenis during the Holy Month of Ramadan.
Mohammed Ateeq Al Falahi, Secretary-General of the ERC, said that the initiative is part of the humanitarian and developmental efforts undertaken by the UAE to improve life, alleviate the suffering in the Yemeni areas, meet the needs of the Yemenis during the holy month and enhance food security.
He added that the ERC was keen on providing Ramadan requirements and delivering them to the targeted segments in the concerned governorates before the Holy Month of Ramadan.
Al Falahi also noted that the aid contributes to bridging the food gap in several Yemeni governorates and meeting the needs of the population there for necessary foodstuffs.
The well-wishers broke their fast with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid during Iftar.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, , on Sunday evening received well-wishers who visited him to greet him on the occasion of the advent of the Holy Month of Ramadan, at the Shindagha Majlis in Dubai.
Sheikh Mohammed, in the presence of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai; and Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, accepted the greetings of well-wishers who included senior officials from Dubai Government entities and local leaders.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group; Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council; Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum; and Sheikh Hasher bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, Director General of Dubai Department of Information also attended the event.
The well-wishers broke their fast with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid during Iftar.
Meanwhile, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has exchanged Ramadan greetings with a number of heads of state.
This came over phone calls with the King Mohammed VI of Morocco, King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of Jordan and earlier with President of Egypt Abdul Fatah el-Sisi.
Sheikh Mohamed conveyed the greetings of President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and extended sincere congratulations and best wishes for further progress and prosperity for the leaders and their countries.
The Arab leaders reciprocated same good wishes for Sheikh Khalifa and Sheikh Mohamed, and for sustained prosperity and progress to the UAE and other Arab and Muslim nations.
Officials indicated that the cannons have been set up in Zabeel Grand Mosque, Al Salam Masjid in Al Barsha, Al Mamzar Street, Burj Khalifa area, and the praying ground in Al Mankhool…reports Asian Lite News
The Dubai Police has recently announced the locations of Eid Al Fitr in five different areas across the emirate of Dubai.
Major General Abdullah Ali Al Ghaithi, Director of Organisations Protective Security and Emergency at Dubai Police, pointed out that the Dubai Police strives to keep the tradition alive as the shooting of cannons marks the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan and announce the beginning of Eid Al Fitr.
Major Abdullah Tarish Al Amimi, Commander of the Artillery Unit in the General Department of Protective Security and Emergency, indicated that the cannons have been set up in Zabeel Grand Mosque, Al Salam Masjid in Al Barsha, Al Mamzar Street, Burj Khalifa area, and the praying ground in Al Mankhool.
“Every year families gather to watch the Eid cannons. However, due to the ongoing pandemic and as per the announced precautionary measures against COVID-19, firing Eid cannons could be viewed only on TV as no one would be allowed to gather at the locations” Al Amimi added.
Gatherings, shaking hands among other advisories issued; parents told to monitor children and educate them not to accept Ediya from strangers, reports Asian Lite News
Stressing that UAE is continuing its battle against the pandemic and highlighting the achievements if its national strategic plans, Dr. Saif Al Dhaheri, said that returning to normalcy is an effort from community awareness and leadership.
Al Dhaheri, the official spokesperson of the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA), said Eid al-Fitr prayers can only be performed for 15 minutes and must follow relevant precautionary measures, such as wearing facemasks and maintaining physical distancing.
People infected with Covid-19 who are being under treatment, those exposed to infected people, and people with chronic diseases are prohibited from going to Eid prayers, he added, that gatherings and shaking hands are also prohibited.
Prayers will take place in approved mosques and musallas around the country and services facilities will be closed, he noted, affirming that elderly people over the age of 60 and children under the age of 12 should not go to mosques for their own safety.
He noted that relevant authorities will supervise the process of entry and exit from mosques to avoid overcrowding and organise prayers, adding that mosques will open 15 minutes before prayers and will be closed immediately after prayers.
Dhaheri stressed the importance of adherence to precautionary measures during Eid al-Fitr, including avoiding visits and family gatherings, wearing face masks and maintaining physical distancing with the elderly and those with chronic diseases.
He urged the public to exchange Eid greetings with friends and families via virtual platforms and to refrain from exchanging gifts and food between neighbours, and not give children Eid presents and cash bonuses.
Meanwhile, Farida Al Hosani, official spokesperson of the UAE Health Sector, said that a study conducted on the efficiency of the national vaccination campaign, had revealed that non-vaccinated persons were vulnerable to severe complications caused by Covid-19.
Al Hosani added that the National Vaccination Campaign in the UAE continues to achieve its goals, with over 72.03 percent of the eligible criteria of the population (people over 16 years), and 79.03 percent of those over 60 years having been vaccinated.
She said that the UAE has provided over 11 million doses of the vaccine, at a rate of 113.10 doses for every 100 persons, while the number of Covid-19 tests carried out in the country exceeded 46 million.
”This makes the UAE one of the world’s most efficient examples in managing and curing the spread of the virus.” Al Hosani stressed that the country’s health authorities are closely monitoring the efficiency of vaccines, by observing the developments of clinical trials and their effectiveness in the community and tracking positive cases registered in the country.
Dubai Police urges precautionary measures
Lieutenant-General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-chief of Dubai Police, urged the public to abide by the precautionary measures against Covid-19 during the Eid holidays when visiting tourist places, beaches and commercial centres, as well as to practice social distancing and wear masks when in public.
Al Marri said that Dubai Police have stepped up their readiness to secure Eid Al Fitr and patrol internal and external roads of the Emirate, as well as markets, commercial areas and locations of intense congestion.
He also advised motorists to drive safely and to refrain from committing serious violations, such as speeding, overtaking and reckless driving that leads to serious accidents.
He called upon members of the public to stay informed about the latest safety tips and traffic updates published through the Dubai Police smart app and social media accounts.
Al Marri further urged parents to monitor their children and educate them not to accept Ediya from strangers. He also called upon the public to adhere to the safety and security regulations at homes to avoid accidents of fires, wishing them a safe and happy Eid.
Dr. Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi, the Chief Imam of the All India Imam Organization, the largest religious forum representing half a million Indian Imams, appeals to the Indian Muslims to celebrate Eid at home as Covid-19 claims more across the country. India is home to over 200 million Muslims, the third-largest Muslim population after Indonesia and Pakistan.
Eid is all about family, festivity and of course feasting. While there is much to prepare before the big celebration, ASDA aims to make life easy and convenient for all its customers who celebrate Eid, by ensuring everything they need for their festivity is available at one location, at their local ASDA store
It’s time once more to say goodbye to the season of fasting and prepare for the days of festive feasting…Eid is just around the corner! As always, ASDA is here to help you get ready for the celebration. ASDA’s aisles are all decked up with Eid delights, so stop by your local ASDA store and get everything you need under one roof.
Eid is all about family, festivity and of course feasting. While there is much to prepare before the big celebration, ASDA aims to make life easy and convenient for all its customers who celebrate Eid, by ensuring everything they need for their festivity is available at one location, at their local ASDA store.
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Muslims were also advised to avoid crowding the bazaars for shopping in the last days of Ramazan…reports Asian Lite News
The Jamaat-e-Islami Hind’s Shariah Council has issued guidelines for Muslims related to the last days of the holy month of Ramazan and the Eid prayers amid the partial/total lockdowns across the country in the wake of the second wave of coronavirus.
“The last Friday of Ramazan (Jumatul Wida) is like any other Friday. It has no special virtue. In the current situation, the government regulations regarding the performance of prayers in mosques should be adhered to. Wherever there is permission by the local authorities to offer congregational prayers, one should pray as usual using masks and maintaining social distance. Where there is no permission, if there are four people in the house, they can offer Friday or Zohar (midday) prayers in congregation. If less than that, offer Zohar prayers individually,” the Sharia Council’s Secretary Maulana Raziul Islam Nadvi said.
Muslims were also advised to avoid crowding the bazaars for shopping in the last days of Ramazan. “On the day of Eid, new or old clean clothes, whatever is available, should be adorned and one should express gratefulness to Allah,” the Council said.
As per the Shariah Council’s guidelines, the Eid-ul-Fitr prayers should be offered in Eidgahs, Jama Masjids and the local masjids, depending on how many numbers of people are permitted under the present circumstances. “During this time, masks should be used as a precautionary measure and social distancing should be maintained,” it said.
Shaking hands and hugging after Eid prayers is not mandatory. “If there are four people in a house, then they can offer two Rakat of Eid-ul-Fitr prayers at home with extra ‘Takbeerat’. The ‘Khutbah’ (sermon) may be given after the prayer, but it is not compulsory,” the Council said.
It asserted that one of the most important acts of Ramazan is the payment of Sadqah-al-Fitr (charity to poor before Eid prayer). It is obligatory on every Muslim to pay it in the last days of Ramazan on behalf of himself/herself and all the members of the household.
Its quantum can be calculated in terms of dates, raisins, paneer and barley and is 3.5 kh per person. If it is calculated in terms of wheat, then it is 1.75 kg. Its value in terms of money can also be calculated and in terms of wheat, it comes to about Rs 50 per person. The amount can be increased based on a person’s financial status, it said.
The Shariah Council also instructed the Muslims to avoid going around to meet and greet people on the day of Eid. “Please remember the poor, the needy on the day of Eid along with Muslim prisoners and their relatives. In the joys of Eid, care should be taken of the poor and needy, especially Muslim prisoners in jails and their distressed families.”
“We must ensure that in all our acts of worship and Islamic rituals, our actions do not endanger the lives of human beings. Protection of life is one of the objectives of the Islamic law. Therefore, it is necessary to take precautionary measures during the pandemic,” it said.
ASDA’s seasonal Ramadan aisles have been stocked and ready for Ramadan shoppers since February and are filled with a variety of Ramadan essentials from all your trusted brands including KTC, Laila, Rubicon, Cofresh, Elephant Atta, Tilda and East End so you can enjoy all your favourite Ramadan treats at home. ASDA has you covered with everything from food staples, cookware, tableware and more at affordable prices
Ramadan is just around the corner, and as always ASDA is here to help you prepare for the season of fasting and festivity. This year ASDA’s Ramadan range is bigger and better, so you can find all that you need to prepare mouth-watering iftar and suhoor meals for the whole family under one roof.
ASDA’s seasonal Ramadan aisles have been stocked and ready for Ramadan shoppers since February and are filled with a variety of Ramadan essentials from all your trusted brands including KTC, Laila, Rubicon, Cofresh, Elephant Atta, Tilda and East End so you can enjoy all your favourite Ramadan treats at home. ASDA has you covered with everything from food staples, cookware, tableware and more at affordable prices.
This year ASDA is introducing the Ramadan Cupboard Essential bundle, which makes it
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