The first day of the Holy Month of Ramadan will be Saturday, April 2.
The UAE's Moon Sighting committee has confirmed the start date.
Its members met on Friday after the Maghreb prayer at the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department to spot the crescent moon.
UAE announces first day of Ramadan
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On Virgin Radio today
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The Fix With Dany Neville7:00pm - 11:00pm
Officially the UAE's favourite DJ, Dany Neville makes sure you have the soundtrack you need every Saturday night.
Hit Music
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Risk It All <<
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Where Have You Been
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Let Me Be
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