Hotel Booking Required Before Umrah Visas For International Pilgrims
As of June 10, 2025, all international pilgrims must register with the Nusuk Masar digital platform and approve their accommodation contracts prior to receiving an Umrah visa.
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Singapore Ranked Top Non‑Islamic Muslim‑Friendly Destination in 2025
Singapore has been ranked the world’s most Muslim‑friendly non‑OIC travel destination for 2025, with top 20 non-Islamic destinations improving their average score by over 6 percent.
AI Device To Track Daily Pilgrim Numbers Launched at Masjid al Haram
Masjid Al Haram has launched state-of-the-art monitoring devices at its entrances to accurately record the daily influx of pilgrims.
Malaysia Named 2025’s Top Muslim‑Friendly Destination
Malaysia has once again secured the ‘Top Muslim‑Friendly Destination of the Year’ award in GMTI 2025, marking a decade of leadership in halal tourism.
Islam Is The Fastest Growing Relgion, 2025 Pew Study Shows
Between 2010 and 2020, Muslim populations rose by 347 million, outpacing all other faiths amid youthful demographics and higher birthrates.
Libyan Hajj Pilgrim Amer al-Gaddafi Rejects Death Rumours, Confirms He Is Alive
Amer al-Mahdi Mansour al-Gaddafi confirms he is safe and in good health after false social media reports claimed he died during Tawaf in Makkah.
26 Muslim Passengers Among Dead in Air India Flight AI 171 Crash
Flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London crashes, claiming lives of 242 passengers; investigations underway and families assisted.
Shuttle Service to Rawdah Launches for Elderly and Disabled Pilgrims
New Medina shuttle connects Al-Masjid an-Nabawi’s Rawdah area with nearby points, prioritizing older worshippers and those with disabilities.
Umrah Season 1447 AH Starts with Visa and Nusuk Permits
Pilgrims worldwide can now obtain visas and Umrah permits via the Nusuk app as Makkah entry restrictions are lifted.
10 Malaysian Pilgrims Died During Hajj 2025
Most succumbed to heart-related complications in Makkah hospitals; authorities coordinate funeral arrangements and family support.
Woman Gives Birth at Arafat During Hajj 2025
A Togolese pilgrim gave birth at Mount Arafat, becoming the first reported childbirth during this year’s pilgrimage.
Hajj 2025 Had The Lowest Pilgrim Numbers in 30 Years
Hajj 2025 attendance was the lowest in 30 years (excluding Covid-19) as economic pressures, extreme heat, and stricter entry rules affect pilgrim numbers.
Hajj 2025 Successfully Completed
Saudi officials celebrate a successful Hajj season as 1.67 million pilgrims complete rites without health or security incidents, while heat exhaustion cases drop by 90 percent.
Screens to Monitor Mataf and Sa’i Crowds Installed in Masjid al Haram
Pilgrims can now view real-time crowd density in Mataf and Sa’i areas to avoid congestion and ensure a smoother worship experience.
Over 1.6 Million Pilgrims Perform Hajj in 2025 (1446H)
Saudi Arabia announces successful Hajj season with participation from 171 countries.