Mukhtar Alam Shaqdar: Bangladeshi-Born Calligrapher Who Refined the Design of the Kaaba’s Kiswa
Mukhtar Alam Shaqdar has written the Quranic verses on the Kiswa since 2002 — a Bangladeshi-born calligrapher who now holds Saudi citizenship.
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Abdul Rahim Amin Bukhari: His Name Has Been on the Kiswa of the Kaaba for Over 50 Years
Abdul Rahim Amin Bukhari joined the Kiswa factory at 15 and spent over 30 years shaping the sacred covering’s identity.
UK: Blackburn’s Al-Buraq Mosque Opens Community Fridge to Help Families In Need
Al-Buraq Mosque launches walk-in food fridge on Addison Street, open to anyone in need.
What to Do If You Lose Your Nusuk Card for Hajj?
Use digital options, contact your group leader, or visit a support center to replace it quickly.
Hajj 2026: Pilgrims Must Always Carry Nusuk ID Card
The Nusuk ID Card is now a mandatory document for all Hajj 2026 pilgrims, required for entry into Makkah, the Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque) and the Holy Sites. Without it, entry will not be granted.
UK Rap Star Central Cee Converts to Islam, Changes Name to Akhil
The ‘Sprinter’ hitmaker, born Oakley Caesar-Su, announced he took his Shahada during a livestream, a move welcomed by the Muslim community.
Hajj Packages 2026 Launches via Nusuk Platform
Pilgrims from eligible countries can now compare and select preferred service bundles ahead of formal booking for the 1447 AH Hajj season.
UK: Donation Box Stolen from Masjid-e-Raza Mosque in Blackburn
Thief removed shoes before entering Masjid-e-Raza and wheeled out safe containing charitable donations in wheelie bin during evening theft.
Islamic Organizations Launch Donations For Victims of Wang Fuk Court Fire in Hong Kong
Hong Kong based Islamic Union organizes emergency fundraising after Wang Fuk Court fire, where hundreds still missing in city’s deadliest building disaster in decades.
Hajj 2026 Registration Opens for Muslim-Minority Countries Via Nusuk
Saudi Ministry of Hajj launches exclusive digital registration for pilgrims from non-Muslim majority nations through official Nusuk Hajj platform.
UK Prime Minister Allocates £10 Million for Mosques Security
Keir Starmer announces new funding for protective measures at Muslim worship sites following 19% rise in anti-Muslim hate crimes and recent arson attack on Peacehaven Mosque.
Zamzam Water Now Available for Delivery Across Saudi Arabia Via Nusuk App
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah launches new service allowing residents in all Saudi cities to request Zamzam water through digital platform.
Nusuk Surpasses 30 Million App Downloads
Saudi Ministry’s official platform records 150% growth in 2025, serving users from over 190 countries with a line of pilgrimage planning tools.
Shabana Mahmood Becomes UK’s First Muslim Home Secretary
Pakistani-origin barrister and Labour MP steps into key role overseeing policing, immigration, and national security.
Saudi Arabia Launches “Nusuk Umrah” To Book Umrah Directly For International Pilgrims
New online portal allows foreign pilgrims to apply for Umrah visas, choose packages or single services without the middlemen or agency.