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First Day Timings (Feb 19) – All Fiqh Comparison
Complete Fiqh Comparison – February 19, 2026
| Fiqh | Fajr (Sehar) | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib (Iftar) | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanafi | 05:38 AM | 07:02 AM | 12:25 PM | 04:08 PM | 06:08 PM | 07:28 PM |
| Shafi’i | 05:32 AM | 07:02 AM | 12:25 PM | 03:38 PM | 06:08 PM | 07:22 PM |
| Maliki | 05:32 AM | 07:02 AM | 12:25 PM | 03:38 PM | 06:08 PM | 07:22 PM |
| Hanbali | 05:32 AM | 07:02 AM | 12:25 PM | 03:38 PM | 06:08 PM | 07:22 PM |
| Shia (Jafari) | 05:46 AM | 07:02 AM | 12:25 PM | 03:53 PM | 06:13 PM | 07:38 PM |
Note: Shia (Jafari) Fiqh uses 16° for Fajr, 14° for Isha, and 4° for Maghrib. Asr time differs based on shadow length (1x vs 2x object height).
Complete Ramadan Calendar 2026
Important Dates 2026 – All Fiqh
- February 19: First Ramadan (Thursday) – All Fiqh
- February 27: First Friday (Jumu’ah) – All Fiqh
- February 28: Battle of Badr (10 Ramadan) – Sunni Fiqh
- March 5: Birth of Imam Hassan (AS) (15 Ramadan) – Shia & Sunni
- March 11-19: Last ten nights – Seek Laylat al-Qadr – All Fiqh
- March 17: 27 Ramadan – Most likely Laylat al-Qadr – All Fiqh
- March 19/20: Chaand Raat and Eid al-Fitr – Date may vary by 1 day between regions
Understanding the Five Schools of Fiqh
Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh) has five major schools. Prayer times vary slightly between them due to different interpretations of Quranic verses and Hadith regarding twilight angles and shadow length.
● Hanafi
Followed by majority in South Asia (Kashmir, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Turkey). Uses 18° for Fajr/Isha. Asr when shadow is 2x object height. Largest Muslim population globally.
● Shafi’i
Followed in Indonesia, Malaysia, Egypt, Yemen, East Africa, Southern India. Uses 18° or 19° for Fajr. Asr when shadow equals object height. Official method in many Arab countries.
● Maliki
Followed in North Africa (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Sudan, Mauritania). Similar to Shafi’i in calculation. Emphasizes community practice (Amal) alongside texts.
● Hanbali
Followed in Saudi Arabia (official), Qatar, UAE. Uses 18° or 19° angles. Most conservative in methodology. Official Saudi method uses Umm al-Qura calculations.
● Shia (Jafari)
Followed by Shia Muslims worldwide (Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Kashmir, Pakistan, India). Uses 16° for Fajr, 14° for Isha, 4° for Maghrib. Midnight from Maghrib to Fajr. Asr at 4/7th of day length.
Calculation Methods Explained
- Karachi (Pakistan): 18° Fajr, 18° Isha. Used in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Kashmir.
- Makkah (Saudi): 18.5° Fajr, 90 min after Maghrib for Isha. Used in Saudi Arabia.
- ISNA (North America): 15° Fajr, 15° Isha. Used in USA, Canada.
- Muslim World League: 18° Fajr, 17° Isha. Used in Europe, Far East.
- Egypt: 19.5° Fajr, 17.5° Isha. Used in Egypt, Sudan, some African countries.
- Tehran/Jafari: 17.5° Fajr, 14° Isha, 4.5° Maghrib. Used in Iran, Shia communities.
Ramadan in Srinagar – Complete Guide
Sehar (Suhoor) in Srinagar
Wake up 45 minutes before Fajr. Srinagar’s cold climate requires warm food: harisa, kahwa, nun chai with lavas. Eat complex carbs: oats, whole wheat bread, eggs. Drink 2-3 glasses water. Popular spots: Ahdoos Hotel, Krishna Dhaba (vegetarian), home-cooked traditional Kashmiri meals. Hanafi Fajr: 5:38 AM, Shia Fajr: 5:46 AM on Feb 19.
Iftar Traditions in Kashmir
Break fast at Maghrib (6:08 PM Hanafi/Shafi/Maliki/Hanbali, 6:13 PM Shia) with dates and traditional Kashmiri kahwa. Iftar spread: rogan josh, yakhni, dum aloo, haak saag, modur pulav, phirni. Major gatherings at Jamia Masjid (Nowhatta), Hazratbal Shrine, Khanqah-e-Moula, Imam Bargah Zadibal. All areas of Srinagar: Downtown, Lal Chowk, Rajbagh, Barzulla.
Major Mosques & Shrines by Fiqh
Sunni (Hanafi/Shafi): Jamia Masjid (Nowhatta), Hazratbal Shrine, Khanqah-e-Moula (Shah-e-Hamdan), Jama Masjid (Lal Chowk).
Shia (Jafari): Imam Bargah Zadibal, Imam Bargah Budgam, Imam Bargah Hassanabad.
All mosques have ladies’ sections. Taraweeh (8 or 20 rak’ahs) starts 15 min after Isha. Shia majalis at Zadibal, Budgam.
Fiqh Differences to Note
Hanafi Asr is ~30 min later than Shafi/Maliki/Hanbali (4:08 PM vs 3:38 PM). Shia Fajr is ~8 min later than Hanafi (5:46 AM vs 5:38 AM). Shia Maghrib is ~5 min later (6:13 PM vs 6:08 PM). These differences are normal and all are valid. Follow your family’s tradition or local mosque. Kashmir predominantly Hanafi with significant Shia population.
Health & Medical Facilities
Those with chronic illnesses, elderly, pregnant/breastfeeding women, travelers are exempt. Must make up later (Qada) or pay Fidyah if unable. Major hospitals: SKIMS Soura, SMHS Hospital, JLNM Hospital. Private clinics available citywide. Stay hydrated between Iftar and Sehar despite cold weather. Beware of overeating rich Kashmiri cuisine.
Charity & Community Service
Support local charities: J&K Yateem Foundation, Athrout, Shia welfare organizations. Zakat al-Fitr: INR 150-200 per person or 2.5kg wheat (before Eid). Volunteer at Iftar distribution points: Jamia Masjid area, Hazratbal, Zadibal. Help poor families in Downtown, Batmaloo, Bemina. All Fiqh schools emphasize charity equally in Ramadan.
Frequently Asked Questions – Srinagar All Fiqh
Shia (Jafari): Imam Bargah Zadibal, Imam Bargah Budgam, Imam Bargah Hassanabad.
General: Hazratbal Shrine (all welcome). Taraweeh prayers mainly Hanafi method. Shia majalis at Zadibal, Budgam. All mosques welcome Muslims of any Fiqh for prayers.