Saudi Arabia Suspends Three Umrah Companies for Failing to Provide Pilgrim Accommodation
Ministry takes legal action against violators, secures immediate housing for affected pilgrims, and warns against contractual breaches.
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Hajj 2026 Registration Opens for Citizens and Residents In Saudi Arabia
Priority given to first-time pilgrims through Nusuk app, with packages starting 15 Ramadan 1447 and fees paid via Sadad system.
Saudi Arabia: Ramadan 2026 Moon Sighted, First Ramadan on 18 Feb
Supreme Court confirms moon sighting despite astronomical predictions of impossibility, setting first Taraweeh for Tuesday night, 17 Feb.
Saudi Arabia Launches Welcome Identity for 2026 Hajj Pilgrims
New visual and media framework unifies messages across government platforms to enhance the pilgrim experience from arrival to departure.
Solar Eclipse to Coincide with Ramadan 2026 Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia
Astronomer Abdullah Al-Khudairi warns a solar eclipse ending just before sunset on February 17 will make the Ramadan moon extremely difficult to sight visually.
Saudi Arabia To Look for Ramadan 2026 Crescent Moon on February 17
The Supreme Court’s moon-sighting committee will search for the Ramadan hilal on Tuesday, Sha’ban 29, with fasting likely to begin on February 18 or 19.
Saudi Arabia Begins Issuing Hajj 2026 Visas From February 8
The early launch on February 8 is part of a proactive plan to enhance service readiness, with 750,000 pilgrims already registered.
Ramadan 2026: Fasting Hours in Saudi Arabia Will Be 12-13 Hours
Astronomer Abdullah Al-Mosned confirms the month of Ramadan will start with the winter season.
Saudi Arabia Suspends 1,800 Foreign Umrah Agencies Over Service Violations
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah halts new visa issuance through non-compliant firms, granting a 10-day grace period to rectify performance issues.
Saudi Arabia Bans Loudspeakers For Prayers During Ramadan 2026
Ministry circular limits mosque loudspeaker use to Adhan and Iqama, bans external broadcast of prayers, and issues guidelines for mosque preparation.
Saudi Arabia Launches First Electric Bus Network in Makkah for 2026 Hajj Season
The new Masar BRT system will transport pilgrims along a dedicated four-kilometer corridor with smart features and zero emissions.
Saudi Arabia Sets Strict Rules for Mosques During Ramadan 2026
New regulations mandate strict attendance for religious workers, set prayer timings, and organize charitable activities in mosques throughout Ramadan.
Saudi Arabia’s Oldest Man Who Performed Hajj Over 40 Times Passes Away at 142
Nasser bin Radan Al Rashid Al Wadaei, whose life spanned the modern Kingdom, was survived by 134 descendants.
Saudi Arabia Bans Allah’s 99 Names on Product Packaging and Bags
New directive prohibits commercial entities from printing the Beautiful Names of God on disposable items to prevent inappropriate or disrespectful disposal.
Saudi Arabia Recalls Nestlé Infant Formula Due to Possible Health Risk
SFDA orders immediate recall of S-26, Alfamino, NAN formulas after Nestlé warns of potential toxin; consumers told to check batches and stop use.