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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Hajj 2026: First Hajj Flights To Arrive on April 18 From Pakistan, Indonesia, Bangladesh and India
The first Hajj 2026 flights carrying pilgrims from Pakistan, Bangladesh, India, and Indonesia are scheduled to land in Saudi Arabia on April 18, 2026 — marking the official start of the Hajj 2026 arrival season.
Zakir Naik To Visit Bangladesh After 9 Years Ban
Dr. Zakir Naik is scheduled to tour Bangladesh for month-long speaking engagements starting November 28, marking first visit since 2016 ban.
Bangladesh Cuts Hajj 2026 Package Prices Again After Failing to Fill Quota for Third Year
Bangladeshi government reduces 2026 pilgrimage cost by additional $100 as high airfares and inflation continue to deter applicants.
Saudi Arabia Temporarily Suspends Visas for 14 Countries Due To Hajj 2025
In preparation for the upcoming Hajj season 1446/2025, Saudi Arabia has temporarily halted the issuance of new short-term visas—including business, e-tourist, and family visit visas—for citizens of 14 countries. This measure, effective from April 13, 2025, aims to better coordinate arrivals and ensure safety during the pilgrimage.
Saudi Arabia Bans 1-Year Visit Visa for 14 Countries to Curb Illegal Hajj Pilgrims
Single-entry permits replace 1-year visas for key countries starting February 2025.
Female Army Personnel Can Wear Hijab With Uniform in Bangladesh
Women members of the bangladesh army can now wear hijab along with uniform if they want.
Muslims Protect Hindu Temples and Churches In Bangladesh
Muslim students and leaders in Dhaka protect Hindu Temples and Churches amid ongoing political unrest.
India and Bangladesh: Shawwal Moon Not Sighted Eid al-Fitr on April 11
Shawwal moon did not sight in India and India, hence Eid al-Fitr will be on Thursday.
Ramadan 2023 Moon in India, Bangladesh and Pakistan
Ramadan 2023 moon has been sighted in Pakistan, and it hasn’t been spotted in India and Bangladesh. As…
Umrah Fingerprint Registration Mandatory For UK, Tunisia, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Kuwait, Iran
For those coming from the United Kingdom, Tunisia, Kuwait, Bangladesh, Malaysia, and Iran, including the Republic of the…
Practicing Muslims in Bangladesh are in crisis
Day by day, Bangladesh is becoming more dangerous for Islamists. Here Hindus are getting high-level jobs, including administration,…
2022 Bangladesh Floods Updates
Officials said more than four million people had been stranded by flooding in Bangladesh due to monsoon storms.
Bangladeshi Pilgrim Arrived To Perform Hajj 2022 Passes Away Before Hajj
MAKKAH – A few days back, Bangladeshi pilgrims arrived intending to perform Hajj 2022.
Bangladesh Call on Muslim Countries To Cut Ties With India
Thousands of people reportedly marched in Bangladesh’s capital of Dhaka on Friday to condemn insulting remarks made by…