UAE Announces Holiday For Islamic New Year 2024
Authorities announced a paid public holiday for the Islamic New Year on July 7, 2024.
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2024 Kiswah of the Kaaba Costs 20 Million Saudi Riyals
The 2024 Kiswah of the Holy Kaaba is a stunning creation, featuring 670 kg of natural silk, 120 kg of gold thread, and 100 kg of silver thread, with a total weight of 1,300 kg and costing over 20 million riyals.
Rahul Gandhi Recites Quranic Verse in Parliament
Rahul Gandhi criticizes BJP leaders for spreading hate and violence.
Oman Announces Islamic New Year Holiday
For some employees, the break would span 3 days since Friday is the official weekend in the Sultanate.
Indians Troll Mohammed Siraj for Thanking Allah on T20 World Cup Win
Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj faces online trolling for thanking Allah after the T20 World Cup win, highlighting growing Islamophobia in India.
Ceremony of Ghusl Kaaba to Be Held on 15th Muharram [July 21, 2024]
The annual Ghusl Kabah ceremony is set to take place on the 15th of Muharram 1446, continuing the sacred tradition of cleansing the holy Kabah.
Only Pilgrims Wearing Ihram Can Enter into Mataaf
Saudi Arabia has again banned the entry of pilgrims wearing any clothes other than Ihram into the Mataf of Masjid al-Haram.
Renovation of al-Ghars Well in Madinah Completed
Well from which Prophet Muhammad was given bath has been renovated and is open for pilgrims.
Masjid an-Nabawi Visitors To Receive Guidance in 15 Languages
More than 556,000 worshipers have been able to access guidance services at the holy site.
Human Rights Watch Urges Saudi Arabia to Implement Heat Safety Measures for Hajj
Human Rights Watch urges Saudi Arabia to enforce heat protection measures, emphasizing the need for safety amid rising temperatures and ambitious plans to increase religious pilgrims under Vision 2030.
Women Dancing in Front of Kaaba and In al-Haram Sparks Outrage [VIDEO]
A video has gone viral showing women dancing in front of Kaaba and inside Masjid al-Haram.
Hajj 2024 Had Fewer Ambulances Caused a Rise In Deaths
Hajj 2024 faces criticism for insufficient ambulance services, as reported by Middle East Eye. Unregistered pilgrims were particularly affected, with real death tolls potentially much higher than official figures.
Umrah e-Visas Temporarily Banned For Egyptian Pilgrims
Riyadh has decided to temporarily halt the issuance of B2C Umrah e-visas in Egypt. This decision comes just days after the unfortunate incident where more than 1,300 pilgrims lost their lives during Hajj due to the scorching heat.
11 Reasons Why You Should Never Kiss Babies
These are the reasons why Kissing Babies are not good for the health of a Baby;
110th Key Holder of the Kaaba Appointed
Abdul Wahab bin Zain Al-Abidin Al-Shaibi was appointed as the key holder of Kaaba, following the death of Saleh Al-Shaibi. His first task will be overseeing the Kiswah ceremony on the 1st of Muharram.