Ramadan 2026: Worshipers Start Itikaf at Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi
Thousands of worshippers have entered Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi to begin Itikaf.
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Ramadan 2026: Tahajjud Prayers Begin Tonight at the Two Holy Mosques
Tahajjud 2026 prayers start at 12:45 AM as worshippers seek the blessings of the last ten days of Ramadan.
Hotel-to-Masjid al-Haram Transport Booking Service Launched for Umrah Pilgrims
The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques has introduced a new electronic transport booking service, allowing Umrah pilgrims to request vehicles directly from their hotels to the Grand Mosque without visiting any transportation point.
Ramadan 2026: Imam of Kaaba Falls Ill During Taraweeh as Sheikh Bandar Baleela Led Taraweeh
Sheikh Abdullah Al-Juhany excused himself after four rakats during Taraweeh prayers after experiencing fatigue and exhaustion, with Sheikh Bandar Baleela stepping in to lead the remainder of the prayer.
India: Muslim Woman Dies in Bihar After Being Forced to Drink Water Mixed With Alcohol While Fasting in Ramadan
A Muslim woman from Madhubani, Bihar, died on March 1 after a mob allegedly tied her to a pole, beat her, and forced her to drink water mixed with urine and alcohol — while she was observing her Ramadan fast.
India: Elderly Muslim Man Killed in Bihar After Speaking Out Against Anti-Muslim Slur
Abdul Salam, an elderly Muslim man from Darbhanga, Bihar, died after being struck with a rod by a neighbour’s son when he objected to an Islamophobic remark directed at his community during a local dispute.
Rising Fuel Prices Makes Umrah Flights More Expensive
A sharp jump in jet fuel prices has driven Umrah airfares significantly higher — with economy tickets already up by nearly 45%.
Video Call Service With Scholars Launched In Hotels Near Masjid al-Haram
The Ministry of Islamic Affairs has rolled out a video call service in Makkah this Ramadan, giving pilgrims and visitors direct access to scholars, preachers, and translators across more than 40 languages at mosques and hotels near the Grand Mosque.
25 Non-Muslim Luton Council Staff Fast During Ramadan 2026 to Honour Muslim Colleagues
25 non-Muslim Luton Council officers and councillors fasted from dawn to sunset on March 3, 2026, joining Muslim colleagues observing Ramadan 2026 — then broke their fast together at a shared Iftar at Luton Town Hall.
Indonesian Pilgrim Saved After Suffering Heart Attack In Masjid an-Nabawi
Ambulance teams arrived within 2 minutes and 56 seconds, performing successful CPR that saved the patient’s life after Maghrib prayer.
Mobile Phone Charging Stations Installed at Masjid al-Haram
New charging stations allow pilgrims to power their phones for 30 minutes while they pray.
32 Million Visited Masjid al-Haram and Nabawi in First 10 Days of Ramadan 2026
Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi witness huge crowds as millions flock for prayers and Umrah during the blessed month.
Meningitis Vaccine Mandatory for All Hajj 2026 Pilgrims
Ministry of Health launches vaccination campaign for 1447 AH season, requiring meningitis shot within last five years and seasonal flu after September 2025.
Is Ali Khamenei Dead? Yes, Iran has confirmed
Yes, Ali Khamenei is confirmed dead.
Umrah Flights Face Delays and Cancellations Amid US-Iran Attacks
Emirates, Qatar Airways, Saudia, and international carriers cancel or reroute flights as Gulf airspace closures strand thousands of pilgrims in transit hubs.