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.
New Smart Command Center Launched at Masjid an-Nabawi
The 24/7 Smart Engineering Center will monitor services and assets using real-time data and dashboards.
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.
Ramadan 2026 Expected to Begin February 17 or 18
2026 Ramadan’s start will be confirmed by official moon sighting, with fasting commencing the following day and Eid al-Fitr projected for late March.
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.
Indonesia to Provide Free Meals for Mothers and Toddlers During Ramadan 2026
The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) continues during school holidays and Ramadan month, focusing pregnant women and young children to combat stunting.
Indonesian Hajj Village Project in Makkah Set for 2028 Launch
Minister confirms hotel complex will not be ready for 2026 Hajj, citing standard construction timelines, with phased opening expected within two years.
Makkah Bus Launches New Route Connecting Hira Cultural District to Masjid al-Haram
Public transport service introduces Route 9H, providing a direct link from key city stations to the Hira Cultural District.
Two Holy Mosques Scholar Declares Looking at Someone’s Phone Without Permission Is Haram
Sheikh Dr. Saad Al-Khathlan, a prominent teacher at the Two Holy Mosques, declares that glancing at another person’s mobile phone screen without their consent is religiously forbidden.
Saudi Arabia Bans Names Violating Islamic Law For Public Facilities
New regulations ensure all public facility names across the Kingdom, prohibiting terms that contradict Shariah and restricting the use of Allah’s Most Beautiful Names.
Zohran Mamdani Takes Oath as New York Mayor on Quran
The oath was taken with his hand on a Quran at a decommissioned City Hall subway station, with public ceremonies to follow.
Winter Quran Memorization Program 2026 in Masjid al-Haram Has Started
Winter Quranic Memorization and Review Program for 1447 AH, offering structured courses, with eligibility criteria for local and international applicants.
Oberoi Hotel in Madinah to Stop Operations After 40 Years
The luxury hotel right next to the Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) will end its management contract on January 1, 2026.
Masjid an-Nabawi Opens Volunteer Jobs For Iftar Meals For Ramadan 2026
The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Prophet’s Mosque announces seasonal volunteer opportunities to manage iftar services for pilgrims during the upcoming holy month.
Emirates Introduces Pocket Prayer Mats for Passengers
New thicker, portable prayer mats available upon request from cabin crew on all flights.