Hajj 2026: First Hajj Pilgrims Groups Arrive in Saudi Arabia
First Hajj 2026 pilgrims land at Madinah Munawwarah airport to begin sacred journey.
Hajj 2026: Hajj Volunteer Registration Opens for Health Workers
Health Society opens Hajj volunteer sign-ups April 8-18, 2026 for practitioners and students with BLS certification.
Hajj 2026: Performing Hajj Without Permit May Lead to 100,000 SAR Fine
Saudi authorities introduce fines and deportation for Hajj permit violations to ensure pilgrim safety and order.
Madinah Hotels Ban Portable Gas Stoves and Cylinders
Ministry of Tourism prohibits gas stoves and cylinders in Madinah hotels and furnished apartments under new safety rules.
Indonesia Cuts Hajj 2026 Cost by Rp2 Million Per Pilgrim Despite Rising Fuel Prices
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has announced that Hajj 2026 costs will be reduced by Rp2 million per pilgrim — approximately US$117 — bringing the total to Rp87,409,366 (US$5,145) per pilgrim, despite significant increases in aviation fuel prices.
Pakistan Helps US and Iran Agree to Ceasefire and Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Pakistan brokered a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announcing an immediate halt to hostilities and inviting both delegations to Islamabad on April 10 for further negotiations.
Is Lamine Yamal Muslim? Yes
YES FC Barcelona’s football sensation openly embraces his Muslim faith, making him one of football’s most prominent young Muslim athletes on the world stage.
Hajj 2026: Umrah Visa Holders To Leave Saudi Arabia before April 18
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has confirmed that April 18, 2026 — corresponding to 1 Dhul Qi’dah 1447 AH — is the final date for Umrah pilgrims to depart from Saudi Arabia as the Kingdom transitions into Hajj season.
Ramadan 2026: Sheikh Salaah Budair to Lead Khatam al-Quran Dua at Masjid an-Nabawi
Sheikh Dr. Salah bin Muhammad Al-Budair will lead the Khatam al-Quran dua at Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah on Tuesday night, March 17, 2026.
Ramadan 2026: Masjid al-Haram Reaches Full Capacity on 27th Night
Masjid al-Haram reached full capacity on the night of the 27th of Ramadan — March 15, 2026 — with authorities managing access at the gates and giving entry priority to those performing Umrah.
Specialized Cardiac Emergency Zone Launched at Masjid al-Haram
The Makkah Health Cluster has activated a dedicated cardiac emergency unit at the Grand Mosque, deploying a 30-member medical team, 10 intensive care beds, and a mobile catheterization lab to respond to heart emergencies among the millions of pilgrims.
Fire Breaks Out at Mira Ajyad Hotel in Makkah, Damaging Restaurant and Hotel Facade
Makkah Civil Defence extinguished a fire that broke out at Mira Ajyad Hotel in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, damaging a restaurant and the hotel facade. No injuries were recorded.
96.6 Million Pilgrims Visit the Masjid al-Haram and Nabawi in 20 Days of Ramadan 2026
A total of 96.6 million worshippers and pilgrims passed through Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah during the first twenty days of Ramadan 1447 AH — 2026.
Ramadan 2026: Worshipers Start Itikaf at Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi
Thousands of worshippers have entered Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi to begin Itikaf.
India: Muslim Woman Dies in Bihar After Being Forced to Drink Water Mixed With Alcohol While Fasting in Ramadan
A Muslim woman from Madhubani, Bihar, died on March 1 after a mob allegedly tied her to a pole, beat her, and forced her to drink water mixed with urine and alcohol — while she was observing her Ramadan fast.