Eid-Ul-Fitr is being celebrated today by Muslims across the globe

Eid-Ul-Fitr is being celebrated today by Muslims across the globe after the month-long dawn to dusk fasting period of Ramadan. Every year, the dates of Ramadan and Eid change according to the Muslim calendar which is based on the phases of the moon. Eid is not just the time for celebrations, get-togethers and feasting, but also remembering Allah, thanking him for the strength he bestowed for a successful Ramadan. Zakat or charity is also offered on this day, as a mark of sharing joys with the less opportune. Ramadan is time for spiritual reflection that takes one towards the divine.

Celebratory messages have been pouring in from political leaders, celebrities and prominent figures across India and world.

Here are the LIVE updates of Eid Celebrations:

Jun 05, 2019 15:03 (IST) Eid: In Pictures

New Delhi: Young boys greet each other after offering 'namaz' at Jama Masjid



Jun 05, 2019 15:02 (IST) Eid: In Pictures

New Delhi: Muslim devotees offer 'Namaz' at Jama Masjid on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr



Jun 05, 2019 15:02 (IST) Eid: In Pictures

Moradabad: Muslims devotees offer prayers on the occasion of Eid-ul- Fitr festival, at Eidgah



Jun 05, 2019 15:01 (IST) Eid: In Pictures

Agartala: Muslim devotees offer 'namaz' on the occasion of Eid-ul- Fitr festival, at Machkhowa Idgah



Jun 05, 2019 15:00 (IST) Eid: In Pictures

Jammu: Muslim devotees offer prayers on the occasion of Eid-ul- Fitr festival, at Eidgah in Jammu



Jun 05, 2019 15:00 (IST) Eid: In Pictures

Mumbai: Muslim devotees offer 'namaz' on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr



Jun 05, 2019 14:59 (IST) Eid: In Pictures

New Delhi: Devotees offer 'namaz' at the footsteps of Feroz Shah Kotla mosque



Jun 05, 2019 14:58 (IST) Eid: In Pictures

Kolkata: Muslims greet each other after offering 'namaz' at Red Road on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr that marks the end of the holy month of Ramzan, in Kolkata, Wednesday, June 5, 2019.



Jun 05, 2019 14:53 (IST) Hamid Ansari, Shahnawaz Hussain, Ghulam Nabi Azad offer prayers at Jama Masjid

Former Vice President of India Hamid Ansari, senior BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain and Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad offered prayers at Jama Masjid today on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr.



"This is a day to be celebrated with happiness and enthusiasm after the Holy month of Ramzan. It''s a great thing that everyone celebrates this festival together with immense happiness. On this occasion, I appeal to every citizen of this country that they should live with brotherhood and harmony and celebrate this festival with love," Mr Hussain told ANI.



Three of the officials visited the mosque one after another and offered Namaz. Soon after that, they were seen greeting and wishing other people at Jama Masjid.



People were seen in large numbers at Delhi's Jama Masjid on the occasion of Eid.



Jun 05, 2019 14:48 (IST) Actor Amitabh Bachchan wished everyone on Eid.



"Eid Mubarak .. love peace and prosperity among all .." he tweeted.



Jun 05, 2019 13:45 (IST) People offering Namaz on the occasion of Idu'l Fitr Eid at Jama Masjid in Delhi:



Picture Courtesy: PIB India



Jun 05, 2019 12:52 (IST) Some pictures of Eid celebrations:





Jun 05, 2019 12:35 (IST) Jammu and Kashmir politician Omar Adbullah also tweeted on the occasion twice. "Chand mubarak" and "Shawwal moon sighted. Eid tomorrow. Eid mubarak to all of you. Have a blessed Eid."





Jun 05, 2019 12:32 (IST) Cricketer-turned-politician had a simple message on Eid:

"Forgive, forget and stay blessed!!!"



Jun 05, 2019 12:31 (IST) Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot also tweeted on the ocassion:



My greetings and best wishes on the occasion of #EidUlFitr.

May this festival bring peace and harmony in our Country. #Eid#EidMubarakpic.twitter.com/OzQiWJGcjC - Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) June 4, 2019

Jun 05, 2019 12:30 (IST) Activist Shehla Rashid also extended greetings on Eid:

"On this Eid, we pray for an end to oppression everywhere. We observe this Eid in solidarity with victims of violence and oppression everywhere in the world. Eid Mubarak," she tweeted.



Jun 05, 2019 12:28 (IST) Eid 2019: Eid Ul Fitr Celebrated With Fervour In Andhra Pradesh, Telangana

Eid ul Fitr 2019 India: Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, was celebrated with religious fervour and gaiety across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday."

Eid ul Fitr 2019 India: Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, was celebrated with religious fervour and gaiety across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday."

Jun 05, 2019 12:19 (IST) Ashok Gehlot, Sachin Pilot Together At Iftar As Interview Widens Rift

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and his deputy Sachin Pilot were seen together at an Iftar at the Congress office in Jaipur on Tuesday, on a day Mr Gehlot's comments exposed a raging feud between the two top leaders." Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and his deputy Sachin Pilot were seen together at an Iftar at the Congress office in Jaipur on Tuesday, on a day Mr Gehlot's comments exposed a raging feud between the two top leaders."

Jun 05, 2019 11:50 (IST) Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar also tweeted on Eid:

Eid-ul-Fitr greetings to all!

May the grace of the Almighty usher happiness and harmony in everyone's life. #EidMubarakpic.twitter.com/cLhMFvz9Rk - Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) June 5, 2019

Jun 05, 2019 11:49 (IST) Congress chief Rahul Gandhi extended his Eid wishes on Twitter:

"Eid Mubarak and my best wishes to all on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr," he tweeted. He also shared a photo:



Jun 05, 2019 11:47 (IST) Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished everyone on Eid:



Have a blessed Id-ul-Fitr. pic.twitter.com/71R9GMW3Tf - Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 5, 2019