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17 February 2026

People walk on the eve of Ramadan in Algiers, Algeria, on February 17, 2026. For Muslims worldwide, the beginning of the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, which marks the start of Ramadan, is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting. During Ramadan, practicing Muslims abstain from food, drink, smoking, and sexual relations between sunrise and sunset.

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17 February 2026

People walk on the eve of Ramadan in Algiers, Algeria, on February 17, 2026. For Muslims worldwide, the beginning of the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, which marks the start of Ramadan, is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting. During Ramadan, practicing Muslims abstain from food, drink, smoking, and sexual relations between sunrise and sunset.

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17 February 2026

People walk on the eve of Ramadan in Algiers, Algeria, on February 17, 2026. For Muslims worldwide, the beginning of the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, which marks the start of Ramadan, is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting. During Ramadan, practicing Muslims abstain from food, drink, smoking, and sexual relations between sunrise and sunset.

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17 February 2026

People walk on the eve of Ramadan in Algiers, Algeria, on February 17, 2026. For Muslims worldwide, the beginning of the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, which marks the start of Ramadan, is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting. During Ramadan, practicing Muslims abstain from food, drink, smoking, and sexual relations between sunrise and sunset.

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17 February 2026

People walk on the eve of Ramadan in Algiers, Algeria, on February 17, 2026. For Muslims worldwide, the beginning of the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, which marks the start of Ramadan, is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting. During Ramadan, practicing Muslims abstain from food, drink, smoking, and sexual relations between sunrise and sunset.

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17 February 2026

People walk on the eve of Ramadan in Algiers, Algeria, on February 17, 2026. For Muslims worldwide, the beginning of the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, which marks the start of Ramadan, is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting. During Ramadan, practicing Muslims abstain from food, drink, smoking, and sexual relations between sunrise and sunset.

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17 February 2026

People walk on the eve of Ramadan in Algiers, Algeria, on February 17, 2026. For Muslims worldwide, the beginning of the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, which marks the start of Ramadan, is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting. During Ramadan, practicing Muslims abstain from food, drink, smoking, and sexual relations between sunrise and sunset.

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17 February 2026

People walk on the eve of Ramadan in Algiers, Algeria, on February 17, 2026. For Muslims worldwide, the beginning of the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, which marks the start of Ramadan, is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting. During Ramadan, practicing Muslims abstain from food, drink, smoking, and sexual relations between sunrise and sunset.

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17 February 2026

People walk on the eve of Ramadan in Algiers, Algeria, on February 17, 2026. For Muslims worldwide, the beginning of the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, which marks the start of Ramadan, is a time for spiritual reflection, prayer, and fasting. During Ramadan, practicing Muslims abstain from food, drink, smoking, and sexual relations between sunrise and sunset.

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15 February 2026

Nepali President Ram Chandra Paudel receives a Guard of Honor at the Army Pavilion in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, celebrating the 263rd Nepal Army Day. The Army observes Mahashivaratri as Army Day each year. On this occasion, a special parade, cannon salute, military drills, martial arts demonstrations, and cultural performances are presented at the Army Pavilion (Army Manch). The Nepali Army plays a significant role throughout history in safeguarding Nepal's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. The present organizational structure of the Army dates back to 1819 BS.

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15 February 2026

A Nepal Army helicopter showers flower petals at the Army Pavilion in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, celebrating 263 years of its formation. The Army observes Mahashivaratri as Army Day each year. On this occasion, a special parade, cannon salute, military drills, martial arts demonstrations, and cultural performances are presented at the Army Pavilion (Army Manch). The Nepali Army plays a significant role throughout history in safeguarding Nepal's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. The present organizational structure of the Army dates back to 1819 BS.

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15 February 2026

Nepali President Ram Chandra Paudel receives a Guard of Honor at the Army Pavilion in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, celebrating the 263rd Nepal Army Day. The Army observes Mahashivaratri as Army Day each year. On this occasion, a special parade, cannon salute, military drills, martial arts demonstrations, and cultural performances are presented at the Army Pavilion (Army Manch). The Nepali Army plays a significant role throughout history in safeguarding Nepal's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. The present organizational structure of the Army dates back to 1819 BS.

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15 February 2026

Nepali Army personnel take part at the Army Pavilion in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, celebrating 263 years of its formation. The Army observes Mahashivaratri as Army Day each year. On this occasion, a special parade, cannon salute, military drills, martial arts demonstrations, and cultural performances are presented at the Army Pavilion (Army Manch). The Nepali Army plays a significant role throughout history in safeguarding Nepal's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. The present organizational structure of the Army dates back to 1819 BS.

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15 February 2026

Nepali Army personnel take part at the Army Pavilion in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, celebrating 263 years of its formation. The Army observes Mahashivaratri as Army Day each year. On this occasion, a special parade, cannon salute, military drills, martial arts demonstrations, and cultural performances are presented at the Army Pavilion (Army Manch). The Nepali Army plays a significant role throughout history in safeguarding Nepal's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. The present organizational structure of the Army dates back to 1819 BS.

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15 February 2026

Nepali Army personnel take part at the Army Pavilion in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, celebrating 263 years of its formation. The Army observes Mahashivaratri as Army Day each year. On this occasion, a special parade, cannon salute, military drills, martial arts demonstrations, and cultural performances are presented at the Army Pavilion (Army Manch). The Nepali Army plays a significant role throughout history in safeguarding Nepal's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. The present organizational structure of the Army dates back to 1819 BS.

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15 February 2026

Nepali President Ram Chandra Paudel (center in gray coat and black cap) arrives at the Army Pavilion in Kathmandu, Nepal, on February 15, 2026, to witness the celebration of the 263rd Nepal Army Day. The Army observes Mahashivaratri as Army Day each year. On this occasion, a special parade, cannon salute, military drills, martial arts demonstrations, and cultural performances are presented at the Army Pavilion (Army Manch). The Nepali Army plays a significant role throughout history in safeguarding Nepal's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. The present organizational structure of the Army dates back to 1819 BS.

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