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The festival of Eid is observed by over 1.6 billion people across the world.
 
Eid al-Adha marks the end of Hajj (a pilgrimage to Mecca), while Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan (Ramzan). In the international Gregorian calendar, the dates vary from year to year shifting approximately 11 days each year. In 2019, the Eid al-Adha began on August 11 and Eid al-Fitr was celebrated in June.
 
Why do dates for Eid al-Adha or Bakri-eid and Eid al-Fitr's keep changing?
 
Eid al-Adha falls on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijjah, the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar.
 
The start of Dhul Hijjah is dictated by the sighting of the moon, so Eid al-Adha cannot be worked out until the first day of the month is announced. The lunar year on which the Islamic calendar is based runs for around 354 days.
 
Because the Gregorian calendar used by most of the Western world is a solar calendar, running for 365 days, the time taken for the earth to orbit the sun, then Islamic dates drift back by 10 or 11 days every year.
 
The same stands true for Eid al-Fitr, too.
 
Here's all you need to know about 'Eid'
 
Eid marks one of the most important events in the Islamic calendar. There are two types of eid:
 
1. Eid al-Fitr
 
2. Eid al-Adha / Bakri-Eid / Eid Qurban
 
Eid al-Fitr or the Festival of Breaking the Fast
 
Eid or Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, which is a month of fasting. Eid kick-starts the month of Shawwal, which begins with a feast to end the period of fasting. It is forbidden to fast on the Day of Eid.
 
Eid al-Adha or the Festival of Sacrifice
 
Eid al-Adha is considered the holiest of the Islamic festivals.
 
It honours the willingness of the prophet Ibrahim (known in the Christian Old Testament as Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God’s command.
 
However, before Ibrahim carried out the heartbreaking request, God, referred to as “Allah” in Islam, produced a lamb for him to sacrifice instead.
 
To commemorate this event, an animal is sacrificed and divided into three parts in an act known as Qurbani. One part of the goat is given to the poor, the second to the immediate family at home, and the third is reserved for relatives. There are usually four days of holiday for Eid al-Adha but it can range from three to as many as 16 days in different countries.
 

Latest Updates on Eid

The Islamic festival of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi celebrates the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad. As per Islamic calendar, this day is celebrated on Sept 16, 2024, starting in the evening of Sept 15

Updated On: 16 Sep 2024 | 10:32 AM IST

Traffic movement shall be restricted on Bara Hindu Rao Marg, Maharaja Agrasen Marg, Qutub Road, Hare Ram Marg, Swami Vivekanand Marg, Katra Baryan Road, Lal Kuan Bazar Road, Hamdard Road, Chawri Bazar

Updated On: 15 Sep 2024 | 9:38 PM IST

Stock market holiday today, June 17, 2024: Both the BSE, and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) will remain shut on account of Bakri Eid, affecting all trading segments, including equity derivatives

Updated On: 17 Jun 2024 | 7:38 AM IST

Eid-ul-Adha is a very auspicious festival celebrated across the world by Muslims on the 10th of Dhu-al-Hijjah of the Islamic calendar. Here are the 50 best wishes, messages and quotes

Updated On: 17 Jun 2024 | 5:35 AM IST

Eid al-Adha will be celebrated in Pakistan on Monday amid a surge in violence

Updated On: 16 Jun 2024 | 10:44 PM IST

Equity markets will remain closed on Monday on account of Bakri Id

Updated On: 16 Jun 2024 | 10:23 AM IST

The Hajj pilgrimage holds special significance for Muslims across the world. Here's the step-by-step guide to performing the annual holy ritual

Updated On: 13 Jun 2024 | 1:01 PM IST

Eid-ul-Adha is an auspicious festival celebrated by Muslims every year across the world on the tenth of Dhu al-Hijjah. Here's when the festival will be celebrated in different countries

Updated On: 06 Jun 2024 | 11:38 AM IST

In the national capital, a huge congregation gathered for the morning prayers at the 17th-century Jama Masjid in the walled city and exchanged greetings and embraces

Updated On: 11 Apr 2024 | 10:15 PM IST

Eid bank holiday April 2024: Banks will remain closed in several states due to Eid-ul-Fitr 2024 on April 10 and 11. Here's all you need to know

Updated On: 10 Apr 2024 | 11:14 AM IST

Eid-ul-Fitr marks the conclusion of Ramadan days. This year, India may observe Eid-al-Fitr on 11 April 2024 while different nations like UAE, Saudi Arabia, and more will mark it on 10 April 2024

Updated On: 10 Apr 2024 | 9:08 AM IST

Eid-ul-Fitr is an auspicious festival for Muslims worldwide who celebrate it with immense enthusiasm. This festival marks the end of Ramadan month. Here are the 20 best wishes, messages and quotes

Updated On: 10 Apr 2024 | 7:21 AM IST

An FIR was registered against 20-25 individuals, and nine teams have been formed to conduct a probe into the incident, Police Commissioner GS Malik said

Updated On: 17 Mar 2024 | 10:53 PM IST

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that the situation is now under control and 40 people have been arrested so far in connection with the incident

Updated On: 02 Oct 2023 | 12:53 PM IST

One of the most auspicious Muslim festivals will be celebrated across the world. Here are the best wishes, quotes and messages to share with your beloved friends and family members

Updated On: 27 Sep 2023 | 6:37 PM IST

In Arabic, this day is also called Nabid, Mawlid, or Mawlid an-Nabi. The Eid Milad-Un-Nabi falls during Rabi' al-Awwal, the third month of the Islamic year

Updated On: 26 Sep 2023 | 7:18 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal approved a proposal of excise department for a ban on liquor sale on Muharram, July 29, Independence Day, August 15

Updated On: 26 Jul 2023 | 2:44 PM IST

In Poonch, Indian and Pakistani troops came together at Rahe Milan to celebrate the Eid by exchanging sweets and gifts

Updated On: 29 Jun 2023 | 4:30 PM IST

Despite the occasion of Bakra Eid being marked on calendars, High Courts often receive pleas regarding animal sacrifices a day before the festival

Updated On: 29 Jun 2023 | 1:36 PM IST

He also said that the festival epitomizes the noble values of sacrifice, trust, and forgiveness

Updated On: 29 Jun 2023 | 11:45 AM IST