Jupiter Will Be Visible Over Makkah and Madina Tonight
Astronomers urge stargazers to look east after midnight between 12am to 2am for spectacular views of the solar system’s largest planet.
Saudi Arabia To Move 2034 World Cup to January 2035 Due To Ramadan
FIFA reschedules the tournament to avoid Ramadan conflict, creating the first World Cup to span two calendar years.
Hajj 2026: COVID-19, Meningitis, Yellow Fever Vaccinations Mandatory For Pilgrims
Updated health guidelines mandate multiple vaccinations for all pilgrims, with entry denials possible for non-compliance.
Saudi Arabia Prohibits Tobacco Sales Near Holy Sites, Mosques and Schools
New regulations ban tobacco shops within 500 meters of mosques and educational institutions, enforcing strict licensing and operational standards to protect public health.
Qiblatain Mosque Now Open 24 Hours Daily
Royal directive from King Salman allows worshipers to pray at Masjid Qiblatain 24 hours.
Airlines Enforce Power Bank Ban During Hajj and Umrah Flights
Global carriers implement strict safety measures, prohibiting power banks in checked luggage and restricting cabin use for pilgrim travelers.
Indian Authorities Demolish Late Award Winning Hockey Star’s Home in Varanasi
Family of Padma Shri awardee and Olympian late Mohammed Shahid protests demolition during road-widening project, claiming no compensation was received.
Pre-Booked Hotels, Transport Mandatory for UAE Umrah Pilgrims
New regulations require UAE pilgrims to confirm all accommodation and transportation before receiving Umrah visas, with verified bookings now mandatory under Saudi Arabia’s updated pilgrimage system.
Former Imam of Kaaba Saleh Al-Talib Released From Jail After 7 Years
Saudi authorities free Sheikh Saleh Al-Talib, former Imam of Makkah’s Grand Mosque, after seven-year imprisonment, though he remains under house arrest with electronic monitoring.
Two Missiles Intercepted Over Quba Mosque in Madina
Viral video shows two projectiles shot down by defense systems over the Quba Mosque in Medina on September 25, 2025, with authorities yet to confirm if they were missiles or drones.
Ousmane Dembélé Becomes Third Muslim To Win Ballon d’Or
PSG winger secures award after historic treble-winning season, joining an elite group of Muslim football legends.
Saudi Arabia Opens Applications for Licensed Mutawwifs at Masjid al-Haram
Presidency of Religious Affairs announces five-day registration window for qualified guides to serve Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
Kidana Path Launched In Muzdalifah: Rubber Flooring, Shaded Areas and Restaurants
The new infrastructure project features accessible pathways, commercial areas, and climate-controlled rest zones for pilgrims.
Faisal Ghazzawi Recovers after Months of Illness, Will Lead Prayers at Grand Mosque
After months of serious illness, renowned Imam and Preacher of Masjid al-Haram prepares to lead prayers again.
Hajj 2026: Oman Announces Hajj Registration From September 23
Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs opens registration from September 23 to October 8, 2025, through exclusive online portal.