Dhaka, March 18 -- Saudi Arabia on Wednesday announced that Eid-ul-Fitr, the biggest religious festivals for Muslims, will be observed on Friday, as the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted in the country.

The moon-sighting committee convened and verified the matter, marking the end of Ramadan after 30 days of fasting, reports GulfNews

This aligns with the Islamic tradition of determining the start of a new month through lunar observation.

Earlier this month, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development announced that holidays for Eid for employees in the private and non-profit sectors will begin tonight, Wednesday, and last for four days, in accordance with the provisions of the Saudi Labour Law.

Mohammed Al Ruz...