Warda Shahid

575 posts

Warda has a degree in Journalism from Carleton University. She now covers various topics on The Islamic Information as a lead journalist.

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May 22, 2025

5 British Pilgrims Sail From London to Makkah To Perform Hajj 2025 on 7,400 km Sea Journey

Five British Muslims are sailing from the UK to Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj—reviving an ancient spirit of pilgrimage across open waters without having any prior sailing experience.

byWarda Shahid

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May 20, 2025

Sudanese Muslim Student Killed in India While Defending Female Friends from Harassment

Mohamed Wada, a 24-year-old Sudanese student at Lovely Professional University in India, was fatally stabbed while protecting his female friends from harassment.

byWarda Shahid

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May 16, 2025

Saudi Citizens and Residents Can Now Perform Hajj on Behalf of Someone Else Without Waiting 5 Years

A new update now allows people to perform Hajj on behalf of someone else—known as Hajj Badal—without it affecting their own Hajj limit. This option is available through the official Nusuk app.

byWarda Shahid

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May 15, 2025

Meningococcal and Influenza Vaccines Mandatory for Hajj 2025 Pilgrims

Saudi Arabia has made it mandatory for all Hajj 2025 pilgrims to receive the meningococcal and influenza vaccines at least 10 days before travel.

byWarda Shahid

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May 9, 2025

Imam of Kaaba Sheikh Bandar Baleelah Arrives in Kosovo on Official Visit

Imam and Khateeb of the Grand Mosque in Makkah Sheikh Dr. Bandar bin Abdulaziz Baleelah is in Kosovo for a week. He is visiting as part of the Imams of the Haramain Global Visit Program to promote Islamic education, tolerance, and peace.

byWarda Shahid

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May 8, 2025

Pakistan Launches 24/7 Helpline for Hajj 2025 Pilgrims

The helpline will assist Hajj pilgrims 24/7.

byWarda Shahid

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May 7, 2025

Indian Missile Strikes Destroy Three Mosques in Pakistan During Operation Sindoor

Tensions surge as India claims that they targeted “terror infrastructure,” while Pakistan claims civilian casualties in mosques attack.

byWarda Shahid

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May 5, 2025

Fake Hajj 2025 Ads Start Appearing on Social Media, Muslims Warned

Muslims worldwide are urged to exercise extreme caution amid a surge in fraudulent Hajj 2025 schemes.

byWarda Shahid

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May 1, 2025

Saudi Arabia Expands Makkah Accommodation Capacity for Hajj 2025

The city prepares to host 1.8 million pilgrims with enhanced housing facilities.

byWarda Shahid

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May 1, 2025

Saudi Arabia Sets SR100,000 Fine for Illegal Hajj 2025 Pilgrims

Saudi Arabia has introduced strict penalties for unauthorized Hajj participation, including fines up to SR100,000. The new rules take effect from April 29 until Dhul Hijjah 14.

byWarda Shahid