Warda Shahid
495 posts
Warda has a degree in Journalism from Carleton University. She now covers various topics on The Islamic Information as a lead journalist.
May 14, 2024
Pilgrims To Face Extreme Heat During Hajj 2024
Pilgrims who are performing this year’s Hajj have been warned of intense heatwave, rain, and sandstorms in Makkah, Mina, Muzdalifa, and Mount Arafat.
May 13, 2024
Makkah Police Arrests Three For Fake Hajj Campaign
There is an ongoing fake hajj campaign running to lure people towards financial fraud.
May 10, 2024
Muslim Population in India Increased by 14.09%, Report
While the Hindu population in India declined by 7.82%.
May 8, 2024
Saudi Father Grants Last-Minute Forgiveness to Son’s Killer
He had previously rejected requests for pardon but changed his mind at the last minute.
May 7, 2024
Turkey Converts Another Ancient Church Into A Mosque
Byzantine Chora Church was turned into a mosque back in 2020, but in 2024, after undergoing several structural changes it is now formally opened for prayers.
May 4, 2024
Hajj 2024: Nusuk Has Stopped Umrah Booking After May 18, 2024
Nusuk will not allow users to book any slot for Umrah due to Hajj 2024 preparations.
May 3, 2024
Malaysia Launches Dedicated Hotline for Reporting Insults to Islam
Offenses against Islam initiated through social media platforms can now be reported on the hotline introduced in Malaysia.
May 2, 2024
Russia Allows Headscarves on Passport Photographs
Russia has relaxed regulations for foreign nationals. Individuals applying for citizenship can now wear headscarves and hijabs in passport photos.
May 1, 2024
Bill Gates and Saudi Arabia Join Forces to End Polio During Hajj 2024
The Bill Gates Foundation has set up an office in Riyadh. This office will work to eradicate polio. This initiative will help the Hajj pilgrims.
May 1, 2024
Pilgrims Cannot Perform Hajj on an Umrah Visa
The Saudi authorities have announced a strict rule. Hajj cannot be performed on an Umrah Visa.
April 30, 2024
Patrice Beaumelle Converts to Islam
French coach Hervé Renard’s Former Assistant Coach, Patrice Beaumelle, Converts to Islam in Algeria.
April 27, 2024
Last Date To Register For Hajj 2024 is 7 Dhul Hijjah
The application will be based on the availability of places. The Ministry also revealed Hajj application deadline.
April 27, 2024
Saudi Arabia Warns About Fake Hajj 2024 Companies That Scam People
The individuals have been requested by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah to utilize the Nusuk app. This app is available in several countries. In case the Nusuk app isn’t available in any country the Ministry has advised to register for Hajj via accredited companies.
April 25, 2024
Muezzin of Masjid al-Haram Sheikh Ahmad Basnawi Hospitalized
Sheikh Ahmad Basnawi, the Muadhin of Masjid Al Haram, is ill and is in the hospital.
April 25, 2024
Pakistani Umrah Pilgrim Saved After Suffering Heart Attack In Grand Mosque
The effectiveness of the Makkah medical team saved a pilgrim from losing his life.