Hajj 2026: Hajj Courses Launched For Preachers and Pilgrims in Madinah
Saudi Arabia prepares mosque leaders for the 1447 AH pilgrimage season through two new scholarly training programmes.
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Arabic Teaching Program Launches at Masjid al-Haram
New training helps teachers at Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque) teach Arabic to non-native speakers.
Hajj 2026: 700+ Medical Staff, 90 Ambulances Ready for Madinah Hajj Season
Saudi health authorities deploy emergency services across Madinah to support Hajj pilgrims from Dhul-Qi’dah to Muharram 1448.
Saudi Arabia and Türkiye Plan Railway from Jeddah to Istanbul via Holy Cities
A feasibility study is due by end of 2026, reviving a route with roots in Ottoman history.
Pakistani Family Serves Tea and Coffee to Masjid an-Nabawi Visitors for 70 Years
A Pakistani family originally from Sindh province has been serving tea, coffee, and food to visitors of Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah for 70 years — a tradition started by the grandfather and now carried on by the third generation.
Food Stalls Removed at Gate 21 In Front of Masjid an-Nabawi
Gate 21 food area at Al Masjid Al-Nabawi is being removed; pilgrims directed to nearby dining options during redevelopment.
Madinah Hotels Ban Portable Gas Stoves and Cylinders
Ministry of Tourism prohibits gas stoves and cylinders in Madinah hotels and furnished apartments under new safety rules.
Citizen Saves Toddler’s Life With CPR at Quba Mosque in Madinah
A Saudi citizen saved the life of a 1.5-year-old girl at Quba Mosque in Madinah after she suffered cardiac and respiratory arrest, performing CPR until ambulance teams arrived and successfully restoring her pulse and consciousness.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Over One Million Quran Copies Distributed Across the Two Holy Mosques During Ramadan 2026
The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques has made over one million copies of the Quran available across Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi during Ramadan 1447 AH, with field teams working around the clock to ensure continuous availability for worshippers and pilgrims.
Prophet’s Mosque Launches Quran Recitation Program for Itikaf Participants
The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Two Holy Mosques has launched a dedicated Quran recitation program for Itikaf participants at Masjid an-Nabawi, while the Ministry of Islamic Affairs rolls out women’s services system across key mosques in Madinah.
Ramadan 2026: Worshipers Start Itikaf at Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi
Thousands of worshippers have entered Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi to begin Itikaf.