Article #240357

Times of India

Times of India

Title UAE astronomers issue safety warning ahead of Ramadan moon sighting on February 17 Source Times of India
Description UAE astronomers have issued a stark warning against observing the Ramadan crescent on February 17, 2026, due to extreme proximity to the sun, exacerbated by an earlier solar eclipse. Directing optical instruments without certified filters poses severe eye damage risks.
Link https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/uae-astronomers-issue-safety-warning-ahead-of-ramadan-moon-sighting-on-february-17/articleshow/128345863.cms Published At 2026-02-14 07:04:01 (5 days ago)
Created At 2026-02-14 07:24:34 Updated At 2026-02-14 07:24:34