Indonesia Acquires $500 Million Complex in Makkah for Hajj Pilgrims
Government purchases Novotel Thakher City hotel and adjacent land to establish dedicated “Hajj Village” accommodating 23,000 Indonesian pilgrims near Grand Mosque.
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India: Bihar Chief Minister Removed Muslim Doctor’s Hijab at Ceremony
Nitish Kumar faces widespread condemnation for removing a Muslim woman’s face veil during appointment ceremony.
Hajj Operators Face Immediate License Cancellation for Mismanagement
Ministry warns private pilgrimage companies that negligence causing pilgrims to miss Hajj 2026 will result in permanent operating bans and financial penalties.
Muslim Man Ahmed Stops Gunman In Bondi Beach Attack
Ahmed al Ahmed, 43, wrestled shotgun from attacker during Bondi Beach shooting that killed 12 people, sustaining gunshot wounds while preventing further casualties.
Austria Approves Headscarf Ban for Girls Under 14 in Schools
Controversial law prohibits Islamic head coverings in schools for young girls, sparking immediate plans for a constitutional challenge by Muslim organizations.
Two Holy Mosques Authority Wins Prestigious Service Award
General Authority for Care of Two Holy Mosques receives Bronze Award at Saudi Customer Experience Awards for innovative pilgrim service initiative.
UK: Donation Box Stolen from Masjid-e-Raza Mosque in Blackburn
Thief removed shoes before entering Masjid-e-Raza and wheeled out safe containing charitable donations in wheelie bin during evening theft.
Syrian President Places Piece of Kaaba’s Kiswa in Umayyad Mosque
Ahmed Al-Sharaa installs gifted piece of Kiswah in Damascus courtyard on Liberation Day anniversary.
Fact Check: No Photography Ban at Holy Mosques for Hajj 2026
Rumors circulating on social media about a complete ban on photography inside Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi during the upcoming Hajj season are false, with no official policy changes announced.
Jupiter to Align Directly Above Kaaba at 3:09 AM Friday (5 Dec 2025)
Jupiter will position itself on top of Kaaba at 3:09 AM Friday, as per Jeddah astronomy.
NASA Astronaut Shares Image of Kaaba from Space
Astronaut Donald Pettit photographs Kaaba from the International Space Station, with the illuminated Makkah city visible as a distinct bright.
Imam of Masjid al Haram Maher Al-Muaiqly Begins Visit to North Macedonia
Sheikh Dr. Maher Al-Muaiqly to lead prayers and deliver Friday sermon in Skopje as part of religious outreach mission from the Two Holy Mosques.
Haramain Train Offers 40% Discount From Madina to Jeddah Airport Until Dec 2025
Pilgrims and travelers can avail reduced fares until December 31 for journeys between Madinah station and King Abdulaziz International Airport station.
India: 600-Year-Old Mosque Set On Fire in Uttar Pradesh
A historic mosque in Mirzapur district targeted in an overnight arson attack, with the imam sleeping inside narrowly escaping injury.
Indonesia Flood Death Toll Surpasses 500
Rescue teams struggle to reach cut-off communities after rare cyclone triggers catastrophic flooding across three provinces, displacing 1.4 million people.