World’s Longest Sewing Machine Helps Complete the 2026 Kiswah
The final stitches of the new Kiswah were completed at the King Abdulaziz Complex in Makkah using one of the longest sewing machines on Earth.
Abdul Rahim Amin Bukhari: His Name Has Been on the Kiswa of the Kaaba for Over 50 Years
Abdul Rahim Amin Bukhari joined the Kiswa factory at 15 and spent over 30 years shaping the sacred covering’s identity.
2026 Kiswah: All You Need To Know About New Kaaba’s Kiswah
A look at the 2026 Kaaba Kiswah, including its manufacture, materials, craftsmanship, and annual replacement at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah.
Saudi Arabia and Turkey Sign Railway Deal to Link Europe with Makkah and Madinah
Two MoUs signed in Riyadh on 9 June 2026 lay the groundwork for an overland rail corridor passing through Makkah al-Mukarramah, Madinah al-Munawwarah and NEOM.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Talib Hameed, Former Imam of Masjid an-Nabawi, Earns PhD Degree
Former imam of Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) receives top academic honours.
Hajj 2026 Pilgrims’ Bags Stolen and Broken Into at Indian Airport
Returning pilgrims protest at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport after finding bags missing or broken into.
Hajj 2026: Indonesian Woman Aged 104 Becomes Oldest Pilgrim at Hajj
Mbah Marsiyah, born in 1921, saved for years by selling porridge — keeping her dream secret until her money was ready.
1,707,301 Pilgrims Performed Hajj 2026, Official Statistics
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Statistics releases the official pilgrim count for the 1447 AH Hajj season.
Hajj 2026: Pilgrims Told to Stay in Camps Between 10 am and 4 pm
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah warns outdoor movement during peak heat hours puts pilgrims at serious risk.
Visit Timings For Rawdah (Riyaz ul Jannah) For Men and Women 2026
Updated time slots for men and women, with permits required every 365 days via Nusuk platform or instant access near mosque.
Hajj 2026: Arafah Sermon to Be Broadcast in 35 Languages
The General Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Two Holy Mosques will translate and stream the Day of Arafah sermon across digital platforms and The Islamic Information worldwide.
Saudi Arabia Bans In-Flight Power Bank Charging on All Flights
Passengers flying to, from, or within Saudi Arabia can no longer recharge power banks while onboard — and are limited to carrying two devices each.
Hajj 2026: Hajj Without a Permit Is a Crime, Says Imam of Masjid al-Haram Maher Muaiqly
In his Friday sermon on 22 May 2026, Sheikh Dr. Maher Al-Mu’ayqili urges pilgrims to honour Hajj 2026 regulations, uphold public safety, and seize the blessings of the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah.
Hajj 2027 Planning Begins on May 29, 2026
Minister Tawfiq Al-Rabiah says planning for the next Hajj season begins on the 12th of Dhul Hijjah, before the current one ends.
Hajj 2026: Madinah Deploys Smart Watches to Monitor Heart Patients During Hajj
Smart devices track vital signs in real time and connect pilgrims directly to medical teams at virtual clinics.