The most recent development regarding the sighting of the Ramadan moon in Pakistan is the announcement that the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will convene on February 18, 2026, in Peshawar to observe the moon. According to Hum News, the meeting will be chaired by Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad, and zonal committee meetings will also occur on the same day. The Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has provided a scientific forecast indicating that the new moon will be born on February 17, 2026, at 5:01 PM, and will be visible to the naked eye on February 18, 2026. SUPARCO's spokesperson stated, 'The age of the moon at sunset on February 18 will be approximately 25 hours and 48 minutes,' which is considered suitable for visibility.