Ramadan 2024 Timetable: Sehri and Iftar Timings in Indian Cities & Delicious Butter Chicken Recipe

Ramadan holds significant importance for Muslims worldwide, marked by fasting during the day to commemorate the revelation of the Quran. Sehri and Iftar, the meals before sunrise and at sunset, respectively, are pivotal moments during this sacred month. To aid fasting individuals in India, here are the timings for Sehri and Iftar in major cities on the third day of Ramzan:

Delhi: Sehri – 5:13 AM; Iftar – 6:31 PM

Bengaluru: Sehri – 5:17 AM; Iftar – 6:34 PM

Mumbai: Sehri – 5:35 AM; Iftar – 6:48 PM

Lucknow: Sehri – 4:59 AM; Iftar – 6:16 PM

Chennai: Sehri – 5:06 AM; Iftar – 6:20 PM

Ahmedabad: Sehri – 5:35 AM; Iftar – 6:50 PM

Hyderabad: Sehri – 5:20 AM; Iftar – 6:36 PM

Kolkata: Sehri – 4:32 AM; Iftar – 5:46 PM

Kanpur: Sehri – 5:02 AM; Iftar – 6:19 PM

Pune: Sehri – 5:31 AM; Iftar – 6:48 PM

Surat: Sehri – 5:34 AM; Iftar – 6:48 PM

As families gather for Iftar, preparing delightful meals adds joy to the Ramadan experience. Here’s a simple yet delicious Butter Chicken recipe you can enjoy at home:

Butter Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

Boneless, skinless chicken breast

Salt, pepper, chili powder, turmeric

Unsalted butter

Yellow onion

Garam masala, ground cumin, cayenne pepper

Ginger, garlic, cinnamon stick

Tomato sauce, water, heavy cream

Cooked rice, fresh cilantro

Method

Marinate chicken with salt, pepper, chili powder, and turmeric. Let it sit.

Brown chicken in butter, then set aside.

In the same pot, cook onion, spices, ginger, garlic, and cinnamon.

Add tomato sauce, simmer, then add water and cream.

Return chicken to the pot, simmer until cooked.

Finish with butter, salt, and pepper.

Serve over rice, garnished with cilantro.

Enjoy this flavorful dish during Ramadan gatherings!