inDrive Launches Ride-Hailing Services in Makkah
inDrive has launched its ride-hailing services in Makkah, expanding its transportation services for residents and visitors in Saudi Arabia.
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Upcoming Projects in Madinah and Makkah
Hotels, an entertainment park, a wellness resort and new districts are planned near the two holy mosques.
Dr. Fareed Al-Ghamdi Appointed Deputy Head at Masjid al-Haram
Sheikh Al-Sudais has appointed Prof. Dr. Fareed bin Ali Al-Ghamdi as deputy president for religious affairs at the mosque and supervisor of business development.
Microphones Used at Masjid an-Nabawi in 2026/2027
Earthworks Audio FlexMic Gen 2 microphones are used in the professional audio setup at Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah in 2026/2027.
Spanish City Lleida Bans Burqa and Niqab With Fines Up to €750
Spanish City Lleida votes 16-11 to ban full-face coverings in most public spaces, with fines of up to €750.
Abdullah from Thailand Helped Build Kaaba Door in 1979
Thai translator Abdullah led six craftsmen on the Kaaba door and is now visiting Saudi Arabia as a royal guest.
Urwa Palace in Madinah Reopens: Free Entry, 10 AM–6 PM
Renovated site offers guided tours, shows and suspended walkways, with free entry from 10 AM to 6 PM.
Madinah Conference 2026: 30+ Muftis, 54 Speakers Attend
Islamic University hosts a two-day event on Saudi efforts against intellectual deviations, with a Ministry exhibit.
Saudi Arabia Launches Hajj 2027 Contracting Package for Agencies
The Comprehensive Package lets Hajj offices and agencies contract four core services in one online request.
Libya Closes Hajj 2027 Lottery At 1.2 Million Applicants
Libya’s Hajj authority logs over 1.2 million lottery applicants through the “Hujjaj” platform for Hajj 2027.
UAE to Fund Hajj Costs for 344 Ghanaian Pilgrims in 2027
The sponsorship was handed over in Accra as part of growing ties between the UAE and Ghana.
Masjid al-Haram Imam Sheikh Yasir al-Dawsari to Visit Maldives
Sheikh Yasser Al-Dawsary’s trip will be the first by a Masjid al-Haram Imam to the Maldives in 43 years.
Pakistan: Umrah Vaccine Deadline Extended to October 10
Pilgrims get 15 more days to travel without the vaccine requirement, while Karachi’s centres struggle with crowds.
Another Aerial Threat Alert Issued in Makkah Al Mukarramah
Residents were told to shelter in place at 1:25 PM. Civil Defense said the danger had passed at 1:36 PM.
Hajj 2027: 10 Countries With the Highest Quotas
Some countries have locked in official 2027 Hajj numbers, while others still work off last year’s figures as Saudi Arabia finalizes the full list.