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.
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Hajj 2026: Oman Announces Hajj Registration From September 23
Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs opens registration from September 23 to October 8, 2025, through exclusive online portal.
Pig Heads with Macron’s Name Left Outside 9 Paris Mosques in Hate Incidents
Pig heads marked ‘Macron’ left at 9 Paris mosques. 181 anti-Muslim acts recorded in 2025’s first half—81% rise.
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.
Muslim Job Seeker in India Refused Job Because of His Religion
Muslim mechanical engineer claims HR withdrew job offer after questioning his religious identity, sparking concerns over hiring biases in India.
Shabana Mahmood Becomes UK’s First Muslim Home Secretary
Pakistani-origin barrister and Labour MP steps into key role overseeing policing, immigration, and national security.
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.
Lunar Eclipse Prayer at Masjid an Nabawi Lasted 1 Hour and 7 Minutes
Sheikh Abdullah Al Qurafi leads 67-minute Salat Al Khusuf with exceptional recitation and seven prostrations during total lunar eclipse.
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.
Imams of Masjid al Haram and Nabawi Declare 12 Rabi al Awwal Celebrations Biddah
Imams at Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi unanimously condemn birthday commemorations as bid’ah.
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.
Saudi Arabia: Taxi Ride Is Free If The Meter Is Not Activated
Transport General Authority cracks down on meter misuse for fair fares—passengers get free rides when drivers skip meters.
Sheikh Al-Sudais Launches Excellence Award for Staff of Two Holy Mosques
New creativity and performance initiative introduced to enhance service quality and institutional innovation at Islam’s holiest sites.
Lunar Eclipse Prayers to Be Held at Masjid al-Haram and Nabawi on September 7
The Presidency of Religious Affairs announces the observance of Salat Al Khusuf in accordance with the Prophetic tradition, open to all worshipers.