Saudi Hajj Ministry Approves 24 Companies for Hajj 2026
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah completes key initiatives eight months ahead of pilgrimage season through international coordination and digital transformation.
Saudi Arabia Launches Permanent Museum on Hajj and Two Holy Mosques History
High-level committee chaired by Prince Faisal bin Salman advances major cultural project to document pilgrimage heritage.
India To Demolish 400-Year-Old Mosque in Gujarat
Gujarat High Court allows partial demolition of 400-year-old Mansa Masjid to ease traffic, emphasizing urban development over religious preservation in a legal ruling.
Hindu Council Leaders Face Human Rights Complaint Over Anti-Muslim Posts
Australian Human Rights Commission complaint cites far-right figure’s content shared by Hindu Council leaders in racial vilification case.
Medina Airport Road Renamed in Honor of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques directs key transportation artery be named “Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Road” in recognition of royal leadership.
Umrah Pilgrims Forced To Bow At Delhi Temple in India
Elderly Muslim pilgrims returning from Saudi Arabia confronted, forced into temple, and coerced into religious gestures in Yamuna Bazar incident.
Travelers Can Perform Umrah In 52.50 Saudi Riyals with Free Stopover Visa
Travelers flying with Saudia or Flynas can now perform Umrah for just SAR 52.50 during layovers through stopover visa program.
Hajj 2026 Wait Times to 35 Minutes at Key Miqats
Hajj 2026 wait times drop to 35 mins at Makkah miqats. Al-Taneem, Qarn al-Manazil upgrades live. 99% satisfaction rate. Full readiness by Aug 20, 2026.
UAE Opens Hajj 2026 Registration for First-Time Pilgrims Only
UAE Hajj 2026 sign-ups begin Sept 24 for new pilgrims. Apply online before Oct 9. No paper forms. Returning pilgrims wait for slots.
Djed Spence Becomes First Muslim to Represent England Men’s National Team
Tottenham defender makes history with maiden call-up, sharing inspirational message about faith and perseverance in football.
Two Iraqi Pilgrims Died in Car Crash en Route to Umrah
A tragic accident in the western Iraqi desert claims the lives of Erbil residents traveling by road to Mecca for pilgrimage.
Indonesian Protests 2025: Tear Gas Fired into Mosque Courtyard
Baitul Izzah Grand Mosque incident marks escalation in unrest over police brutality, austerity measures, and lawmaker benefits; buildings torched in multiple provinces.
Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza Arrested
Engineer Ali Mirza’s academy in Jhelum has also been sealed.
Rabi al Awwal 2025 Moon Sighted in Saudi Arabia, 12 Rabi al Awwal on Sept 4
Moon sighting committee of Saudi Arabia has sighted the 2025 Rabi al Awwal moon today, August 23, 2025.
Promotional Activities Banned During Ramadan Iftar Meals at Masjid al-Haram and Nabawi
Strict new guidelines require permits for iftar services at Islam’s holiest sites, prohibiting advertising.