Over 5.4 Million Performed Umrah in Second Quarter of 2025
Domestic pilgrims dominate Umrah numbers with over 4 million participants as foreign arrivals surpass 1.3 million, showing strong post-pandemic recovery in religious tourism.
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Saudia Launches World’s First Cooling Ihram for Hajj Pilgrims
Saudia airlines has launched a high-tech pilgrimage garment using patented cooling technology to help pilgrims maintain lower body temperatures during rituals in extreme heat.
Western Tourist In Masjid an Nabawi Sparks Outrage
Viral video shows bare-headed woman in T-shirt walking near Prophet’s Mosque, igniting criticism over dress code violations.
Bus Crash Near Medina Kills Over 40 Indian Umrah Pilgrims
Tragic collision between pilgrim bus and fuel tanker sparks deadly fire near Medina, leaving single survivor among group returning from Mecca after completing religious rituals.
Dubai’s Al Rayyan Mosque Becomes World’s First LEED Zero Carbon Certified Mosque
Hatta mosque achieves unprecedented sustainability milestone by offsetting 175% of its annual carbon emissions, securing its third global environmental leadership record.
Three Siblings Win Hajj 2026 Lottery Together in Egypt
Brother falls to ground in gratitude as he and both sisters hear their names called consecutively during Hajj 2026 selection process.
People With Chronic Diseases Banned From Hajj 2026
New regulations bar pilgrims with serious medical conditions from performing Hajj, with deportation for those presenting fraudulent health certificates.
Visitors Can Now Take Vehicles To Jabal Uhud For 35 Riyals
Pilgrims can now drive up sacred mountain for 35 riyals, reducing the traditional 2-hour hike to a brief vehicle ascent.
New Tower Similar To The Clock Tower To Be Built Near Masjid al-Haram
King Salman Gateway Project to feature a skyscraper rivaling Abraj Al-Bait’s scale in new architectural plans overlooking Masjid al-Haram, with full details coming soon.
Saudia Airlines Launches Free High-Speed WiFi for Pilgrims and Visitors
Saudia Airlines introduces 300 MBPS internet service on flights, with ministers successfully testing connectivity during the inaugural flight by streaming live football matches.
Multiple Blasts In Jakarta School Mosque During Friday Prayers
Multiple blasts at high school mosque in Indonesian capital injured many, mostly students.
Zohran Mamdani Becomes The First Muslim Mayor of New York
Zohran Mamdani, 34-year-old Democratic socialist, defeats Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa to become New York City’s first Muslim mayor.
Hajj 2026 Registration Opens for Muslim-Minority Countries Via Nusuk
Saudi Ministry of Hajj launches exclusive digital registration for pilgrims from non-Muslim majority nations through official Nusuk Hajj platform.
Maldives Becomes First Muslim Country To Ban Tobacco
The world’s first complete generational smoking prohibition takes effect in the Maldives, permanently banning anyone born after 2007 from purchasing or using tobacco products.
Flight Attendant Feeds Umrah Passenger With Parkinson’s Disease
An airline crew member receives widespread praise after video shows him patiently feeding an elderly passenger with Parkinson’s disease during a flight to Saudi Arabia.