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In this section you will get News about Muslims and Islam living all around the world, The Islamic Information gives them exclusive coverage.

Bus Carrying Indonesian Umrah Pilgrims Catches Fire Near Madinah

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March 31, 2026

Bus Carrying Indonesian Umrah Pilgrims Catches Fire Near Madinah, All 24 Passengers Unharmed

A bus transporting 24 Indonesian Umrah pilgrims caught fire on a highway near Madinah on March 26, 2026, after a tyre burst and smoke emerged from the front of the vehicle. All passengers evacuated safely with no injuries.

bySamira Yusuf

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March 30, 2026

International Hajj 2026 Flights to Begin on April 18

International Hajj flight operations will officially begin on April 18, 2026, with Pakistan’s first flights departing from Karachi, Lahore, Sialkot, and Multan, and Indonesia’s first departure set for April 22.

byMaisah

turkish woman arrested masjid al haram march 2026

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March 28, 2026

Woman Arrested at Masjid al-Haram After Attempting to Cut Piece of Kiswa

A woman travelling with a Turkish Hajj group was detained by security forces at Masjid al-Haram after she attempted to cut a piece of the Kaaba’s covering — the Kiswah — with scissors to keep as a souvenir.

bySamira Yusuf

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March 26, 2026

Over 9 Million Iftar Meals Served at Masjid an-Nabawi During Ramadan 2026

The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques served 9,015,322 free Iftar meals to worshippers and visitors at Masjid an-Nabawi throughout Ramadan 1447 AH.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

Hajj 2026 Umrah Visa Holders To Leave Saudi Arabia before April 18

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March 24, 2026

Hajj 2026: Umrah Visa Holders To Leave Saudi Arabia before April 18

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has confirmed that April 18, 2026 — corresponding to 1 Dhul Qi’dah 1447 AH — is the final date for Umrah pilgrims to depart from Saudi Arabia as the Kingdom transitions into Hajj season.

byWarda Shahid

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March 23, 2026

Over 33 Million Iftar Meals Served at the Two Holy Mosques During Ramadan 2026

More than 33 million Iftar meals were served to worshippers and pilgrims at Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi throughout Ramadan 1447 AH — one of the largest hospitality operations carried out at the Two Holy Mosques during the holy month.

byMaisah

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March 20, 2026

Eid al-Fitr 2026 Prayer Held Five Times at Tokyo Mosque Due to High Attendance

Thousands of Muslims packed Tokyo Camii on Friday for Eid al-Fitr 2026, with the mosque forced to hold the prayer five consecutive times after the congregation far exceeded the building’s capacity.

byMaisah

Ramadan 2026 Over 1.68 Million International Umrah Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia

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March 20, 2026

Ramadan 2026: Over 1.68 Million International Umrah Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah recorded over 1.68 million international Umrah pilgrims during Ramadan 2026, with more than 153,000 services delivered across 30 Nusuk Care centres and over 21,500 field inspections conducted to ensure service quality.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

ASK ME INITIATIVE MALE MASJID AL HARAM 2026

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March 19, 2026

Masjid al-Haram Deploys 240 Staff Under “Ask Me” Initiative to Guide Pilgrims

The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques has deployed 240 male and female staff across the courtyards of Masjid al-Haram under the “Ask Me” initiative, providing on-ground guidance, crowd management, and support for worshippers and Umrah pilgrims.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

Masjid al-Haram Installs 350 Column Coding Boards to Help Pilgrims Navigate

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March 19, 2026

Masjid al-Haram Installs 350 Column Coding Boards to Help Pilgrims Navigate

The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques has launched a column coding board project inside Masjid al-Haram, installing 350 directional boards across the mosque’s pillars to help worshippers navigate the mosque quickly and easily.

byMaisah

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March 18, 2026

Sheikh Salah Al-Budair to Lead Eid al-Fitr 2026 Prayer at Masjid an-Nabawi

Sheikh Dr. Salah bin Muhammad Al-Budair has been appointed to lead the Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH prayer at Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 6:40 AM.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

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March 18, 2026

Eid al Fitr 2026 Date Announcements: All Around The World

Real-time announcements of Eid al-Fitr 2026 from all around the world.

bySamira Yusuf

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March 18, 2026

Sheikh Usaamah Khayyat to Lead Eid al-Fitr 2026 Prayer at Masjid al-Haram

Sheikh Usaamah Khayyat has been appointed to lead the Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH prayer at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah on Friday, March 20, 2026.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

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March 18, 2026

Shawwal Moon Not Sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid al-Fitr 2026 on Friday, March 20

Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has announced that the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted on the evening of March 18, 2026, confirming Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH will be celebrated on Friday, March 20, 2026, with Ramadan completing its full 30 days.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

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March 18, 2026

Saudi Arabia To Hold Eid al-Fitr 2026 Prayers Indoors Due to Heavy Rainfall and Severe Weather

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs has directed its regional branches to hold Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH prayers inside mosques only, after the National Centre of Meteorology forecast heavy rain, hail, flash floods, and strong winds across parts of the Kingdom from Wednesday through Monday.

byMohammad bin Abdullah