Hajj 2026 Pilgrims’ Bags Stolen and Broken Into at Indian Airport
Returning pilgrims protest at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport after finding bags missing or broken into.
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Hajj 2026: Indonesian Woman Aged 104 Becomes Oldest Pilgrim at Hajj
Mbah Marsiyah, born in 1921, saved for years by selling porridge — keeping her dream secret until her money was ready.
1,707,301 Pilgrims Performed Hajj 2026, Official Statistics
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Statistics releases the official pilgrim count for the 1447 AH Hajj season.
Hajj 2026: London Mayor Sadiq Khan Performs Hajj
Pakistani minister Fahd Haroon met Sadiq Khan inside Masjid an-Nabawi during 2026 Hajj.
Eid al-Adha 2026: Ahmad Hudhaify To Lead Eid Salah At Masjid an-Nabawi
Sheikh Ahmad bin Ali Al-Hudhaify has been named as the Eid Al-Adha khateeb at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah for 1447 AH.
Eid al-Adha 2026: Bandar Baleelah To Lead Eid Salah At Masjid al-Haram
The Imam and Khateeb of Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque) will deliver the Eid Al Adha sermon at the world’s holiest site in 2026.
Hajj 2026: Pilgrims Told to Stay in Camps Between 10 am and 4 pm
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah warns outdoor movement during peak heat hours puts pilgrims at serious risk.
Manufacturing of the Kaaba’s Kiswah for 1448 AH Has Been Successfully Completed
The Kiswa covering the Holy Kaaba is crafted over months at a dedicated complex in Makkah, using gold thread, black silk, and Quranic verse embroidery.
Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia Using AI, Drones, and Facial Recognition For Hajj
Saudi authorities have built their most advanced security operation yet for Hajj 2026, using artificial intelligence and drone technology to manage crowds and catch unauthorised pilgrims.
Hajj 2026: Mobile Medical Units Launched on Hijrah Road
Saudi Arabia has activated specialised mobile medical vehicles along the highway between Madinah and Makkah to provide on-the-road healthcare for pilgrims.
Sun to Align Directly Above the Kaaba on Eid al-Adha 2026 — The First Time in 139 Years
On May 27, 2026, at 12:18 PM Makkah time, the sun will sit exactly above the Kaaba, casting no shadow and giving perfect Qibla alignment on a rare Eid al-Adha.
Hajj 2026: Arafah Sermon to Be Broadcast in 35 Languages
The General Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Two Holy Mosques will translate and stream the Day of Arafah sermon across digital platforms and The Islamic Information worldwide.
Hajj 2026: SDAIA Deploys 163 Tech Service Points at Madinah Airport
Saudi data authority powers smart entry for pilgrims at Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport with AI, E-Gates, and round-the-clock technical support.
Hajj 2026: Hajj Without a Permit Is a Crime, Says Imam of Masjid al-Haram Maher Muaiqly
In his Friday sermon on 22 May 2026, Sheikh Dr. Maher Al-Mu’ayqili urges pilgrims to honour Hajj 2026 regulations, uphold public safety, and seize the blessings of the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah.
Hajj 2026: Pilgrims To Get Pre-Packed Pebble Bags Across Muzdalifah and Mina for Hajj
Kidana to distribute ready-to-use bags at over 300 points across Muzdalifah and Mina, removing one more burden from pilgrims before the stoning ritual.