Saudi Arabia Suspends Nine Umrah Companies for Safety Violations
Crackdown targets unlicensed housing and contractual breaches
Kaaba Washed in 2025 Annual Ghusl Ceremony
The Holy Kaaba was washed after Fajr prayers using hand-picked Taif roses and sacred Zamzam.
Cultural Bus Tours Launched in Makkah
The Royal Commission has rolled out three new routes—Central Region, Hira Cultural District, and Pilgrimage Landmarks—offering guided, multi‑language commentary and transport to Makkah’s top historical and religious sites.
Madinah Opens Permit Applications for Hajj 2026 Pilgrim Housing
Property owners and investors urged to apply early and meet all regulatory standards to prepare for the 1447 AH pilgrimage season
Over 190,000 Umrah Visas Issued as 1447 Umrah Season Starts
Since Wednesday, Dhu al-Hijjah 15, more than 190,000 Umrah visas have been granted via the Nusuk platform.
GCC Citizens Get Year-Round Umrah Access via Instant Permits
GCC nationals can now perform Umrah any time of year through any port with instant permits on Nusuk, plus easy visa options for transit, tourist, and dedicated Umrah visas.
Saudi Arabia Grants 30-Day Extension for Expired Visit Visas
Visitors can now extend expired visit visas for final departure through Absher from 1 Muharram 1447 AH (June 27, 2025) by paying required fees and fines.
India Top Buffalo Meat Exporter in 2025—As Muslims Lose Lives
India is projected to export 1.64 million metric tons of buffalo meat in 2025, reaffirming its position as the world’s top exporter. But back home, rising violence—often targeting Muslims—reveals a dark contradiction between global trade and domestic intolerance.
Smart Screens at Masjid an Nabawi Guide Pilgrims in 23 Languages
Multilingual interactive technology bridges cultural gaps and enriches worshipers’ spiritual journey in Madinah.
60 Qurans Recovered In Perfect Condition From a Huge Fire at Karachi Shopping Mall
Goods worth millions were destroyed in the blaze at Millennium Mall, but 60 Qurans survived unscathed and no injuries were reported.
GCC Unified Tourist Visa Will Allow Performing Umrah
One Visa, Six Countries — and Potential Access to the Holy Cities Outside Hajj Season.
Libyan Hajj Pilgrim Amer al-Gaddafi Rejects Death Rumours, Confirms He Is Alive
Amer al-Mahdi Mansour al-Gaddafi confirms he is safe and in good health after false social media reports claimed he died during Tawaf in Makkah.
26 Muslim Passengers Among Dead in Air India Flight AI 171 Crash
Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London crashes, claiming lives of 242 passengers; investigations underway and families assisted.
10 Malaysian Pilgrims Died During Hajj 2025
Most succumbed to heart-related complications in Makkah hospitals; authorities coordinate funeral arrangements and family support.
Hajj 2025 Successfully Completed
Saudi officials celebrate a successful Hajj season as 1.67 million pilgrims complete rites without health or security incidents, while heat exhaustion cases drop by 90 percent.