Saudi Minister of Hajj, Umrah announces commencement of 1445 AH Hajj season operations
Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, has declared the initiation of operational activities for the 1445 AH Hajj...
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Tragic crash claims lives of UAE resident members of Jordanian family returning from Umrah
A Jordanian family comprised of UAE residents faced a fatal accident on Monday along the Makkah-Riyadh Expressway in Saudi Arabia....
Ramadan: Saudi ministry urges pilgrims to limit Umrah to one visit
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has urged pilgrims to limit the number of times they perform Umrah to...
Mike Tyson, DJ Khaled perform Umrah in Makkah
America’s DJ Khaled and former professional boxer Mike Tyson has visited Makkah to perform Umrah. Images of both American celebrities...
Algeria rewards 168 Qur’an memorizers with Umrah trip
Algeria said it has awarded Umrah trips to 168 students who have completed Quran memorization. In a ceremony held at...
Umrah pilgrim’s life saved by medics in Mecca
Medical staff saved the life of a pilgrim whose heart stopped beating for two minutes while performing the Umrah...
Ministry declares Umrah pilgrims can use any airport in Kingdom
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has clarified that there are no specified airports for the arrival of pilgrims in...
Tourist visa holders can now perform Umrah — Saudi government
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced on Thursday that those who obtained tourist visas and commercial visas will...
Umrah season: Saudi Arabia removes barriers around Kaaba
As part of the preparation for the Umrah season, Saudi Arabia on Tuesday removed barriers that were placed around...
Saudi launches e-design for Umrah trip without intermediary for foreign pilgrims
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched an electronic design of the Umrah Trip program for the foreign pilgrims....
Saudi Arabia drops ‘Host Umrah’ initiative Q
Saudi Arabia has dropped its ‘Host Umrah’ initiative. According to a report on Wednesday July 27, 2022, the initiative enables...
Hajj Ministry cancels licenses of five erring Umrah companies
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced on Wednesday the cancellation of the licenses of five Umrah service providing...
Over 10 million pilgrims expected during next Umrah season
Hani Al-Amiri, vice president of the National Committee for the Hajj, Umrah and Visit Activities, has said that more than...
Ramadan 2021: Experts predict significant recovery for Hajj, Umrah businesses
Experts have predicted a significant recovery for Hajj and Umrah businesses. This prediction is coming after the coronavirus pandemic hit...
Saudi Arabia resumes Umrah after 6-month hiatus
The authorities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have re-opened the Muslim holy places for Umrah pilgrimage. This was after...
KSA announces new Umrah measures
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced fresh measures for the Umrah pilgrimage suspended for six months due to the...
Akon performs Umrah, says Islam is key to my success
World famous African-American singer and songwriter, Akon, has visited the Makah to perform this year's Umrah. While performing the Umrah,...
Saudi Arabia announces refund of Umrah fees, launches e-system
Saudi Arabia has announced its plans to refund the visa fees, as well as other fees of those whose Umrah...
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Pope Francis looks on as Jewish and Muslim representatives shake hands as he visits the museum to the September 11,...
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Pakistan enforces strict measures against begging by nationals during pilgrimage
The Pakistani government has introduced strict measures to address the issue of some of its nationals engaging in begging during...
Qatar: Ministry of Endowments to conduct Hajj application sorting for intending pilgrims
The Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs in Qatar has announced that the Haj and Umrah Affairs Department will...
First mosque in Islamic history welcomes over 19 million worshipers amid significant expansion
More than 19 million Muslims have performed prayers this year at Quba Mosque in Medina, Saudi Arabia, according to official...
Saudi: Flyadeal launches new direct flights from Baghdad to Madinah
Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal has launched direct flights between Baghdad International Airport and Madinah, marking a significant move to strengthen...
Indonesia: Muslim lifestyle festival breaks attendance records as push for halal industry intensifies
Tens of thousands of Indonesians flocked to the country's largest Muslim lifestyle festival on Sunday, as the government pushes to...
Makkah deputy emir inspects Makkah Buses Project
Prince Saud bin Mishaal, deputy emir of the Makkah region and member of the Board of Directors of the Royal...
Iraq’s Hajj commission wins first place as the best Hajj delegation
The Iraqi Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, congratulated on Tuesday Iraq’s High Commission of Hajj and Umrah for winning first...
SDAIA develops ‘Smart Moc’ operations center using AI to serve pilgrims
Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) is working to develop the capabilities of the Smart Makkah Operations Center (Smart...
SDAIA develops ‘Smart Moc’ operations center using AI to serve pilgrims
Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) is working to develop the capabilities of the Smart Makkah Operations Center (Smart...
Makkah Deputy Emir hands over kiswa of Kaaba to its keeper
On behalf of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, Deputy Emir of Makkah and Deputy Chairman of the...
Global unity in faith: Highlights from 48th Grand Hajj Symposium
The 48th Grand Hajj Symposium commenced with an air of unity and purpose as scholars and religious leaders from across...
Al-Rajhi forecasts issuance of over 59,000 seasonal visas in 2024
Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Eng. Ahmed Al-Rajhi disclosed projections for the issuance of more than 59,000 seasonal...
King Abdulaziz International Airport welcomes inaugural flight from Turkmenistan
King Abdulaziz International Airport received its first regular direct flight from Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, carrying 279 passengers on Friday.The inaugural flight...
Registration for Hajj opens for domestic pilgrims
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has commenced the registration process and unveiled the fee structure for four packages...
Saudi Arabian Airlines unveils ambitious plans for flying Taxis to facilitate pilgrimage travel
Saudi Arabian Airlines, also known as Saudia, has announced its intention to deploy flying taxis to transport Hajj pilgrims between...
‘Beating England not that tough,’ says India’s Kuldeep
India spinner Kuldeep Yadav on Sunday said beating a struggling England team at the World Cup "wasn't that tough" but...
‘Beating England not that tough,’ says India’s Kuldeep
India spinner Kuldeep Yadav on Sunday said beating a struggling England team at the World Cup "wasn't that tough" but...
‘Never thought I’d play at World Cup,’ says rickshaw driver’s son Siraj
Paceman Mohammed Siraj feared his humble roots as the son of an auto-rickshaw driver would shatter his dreams of playing...
Pakistan target ending World Cup jinx against India
Buoyed by a record run chase, Babar Azam's Pakistan are on the hunt for their first ever World Cup win...
Miandad’s six to Jadeja blitz: Six great India-Pakistan ODIs
Cricketing powerhouses India and Pakistan renew their rivalry in the most hotly-anticipated match of the World Cup in Ahmedabad on...
Flynas inaugurates direct flights linking Jeddah, Baghdad
Flynas, one of Saudi Arabia's prominent airlines, has announced the commencement of nonstop flights connecting Jeddah and Baghdad. Collaborating closely...
Saudi-Pakistan agreement enhances pilgrim flights, reduces costs
Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have solidified their commitment to enhancing travel opportunities for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims. Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah,...
Saudi Ministry of Hajj organises grand symposium
On Thursday, June 22, 2023, the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah successfully hosted its 47th Symposium on Hajj, as...
First commercial flight from Yemen’s capital to Saudi Arabia since 2016 signals easing tensions
In a positive development after years of war, the first commercial flight from Yemen's rebel-held capital to Saudi Arabia since...
Ramadan fasting to begin on Thursday, no crescent sighted
Muslims in Saudi Arabia will start observing fasting on Thursday, March 23, marking the beginning of the holy month of...
Saudi adjusts bank working hours during Ramadan; declares holidays for Eid Al-Fitr, Eid Al-Adha
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has announced the working hours of the bank branches, offices, and money transfer centers during...
Saudi adjusts bank working hours during Ramadan; declares holidays for Eid Al-Fitr, Eid Al-Adha
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) announced the working hours of the bank branches, offices, and money transfer centers during the...
Saudi Ministry trains Malaysians working in Hajj in their country
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has organized the first training session in Malaysia, which aims to qualify workers to...
At least two people dead after heavy rains in Jeddah
At least two people died on Thursday as heavy rains hit western Saudi Arabia, including the coastal city of...
Saudi Crown Prince appointed Kingdom’s prime minister by King Salman
Saudi Crown Prince has been appointed the Kingdom's prime minister by King Salman. Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman...
Women on practical training begin driving high-speed train in Saudi Arabia
Not less than thirty one Saudi women have started driving high-speed train between Makkah and Madinah. According to a report...
Deen Digest | Best ways to remember Allah throughout the day
Abu Ad-Darda’ (May Allah be pleased with him) narrated that the Prophet said: “Shall I not inform you of the...
Deen Digest | The Most Power Night — Laylatu ‘l-Qadr
“We have sent it down in the Night of Qadr. And what may let you know what the Night of...
Hajj 2021: Saudi Arabia releases names of select applicants on Friday
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has said that the names of applicants who have been selected to perform Hajj...
President Barrow announces visitation to Saudi, discloses plan to inaugurate projects
The Gambian President Adama Barrow has announced an official visit to Saudi Arabia. While disclosing this in a statement on...
The Message: Year 1979 in Contemporary History
By Femi Abbas “No sensible human being ever restricts his itinerary to a particular habitat; to keep moving, by migrating...
The Message: Letter to Ramadan
By Femi Abbas Preamble Dear Ramadan, In the name of the Almighty Allah and with His mercy and blessings, which...
Hajj 2020: Saudi records no Covid-19 cases among Pilgrims
Saudi Assistant Minister of Health and official spokesman of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Muhammad Al-Abdali, has disclosed that there...
Breaking: Saudi declares Hajj 2020 open, limits pilgrims
Authorities in Saudi Arabia have announced that this year's Hajj will go ahead next month but with a “very limited”...
