New Institutional System to Develop Religious Services at Masjid al-Haram and Nabawi Launched
A new three-body system to fund and run religious services at Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi was launched in Makkah on 2 November 2026.
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Where Women Can Listen to Lectures in Masjid an-Nabawi
Women can listen to live Islamic lessons in Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque). Find the exact gates, spots, timings and scholars for the eastern and western expansions.
Haramain Trains Now Run Non-Stop Between Makkah–Madinah Take 2:15 Hours Travel Time
Non-stop Haramain High Speed Railway trains now run between Makkah and Madinah in 2 hours 15 minutes, with a direct Jeddah airport to Madinah route too.
Indonesia to Send First Hajj 2027 Flight on 11 April
Indonesia will send its first Hajj 2027 flight to Madinah on 11 April. Pilgrims enter dormitories on 10 April, and Wukuf at Arafah is on 15 May.
Saudi Arabia Intercepts 4 Drones Over Madinah and Eastern Region
Coalition forces intercepted and destroyed 4 drones launched towards Saudi Arabia early today over Madinah Al-Munawwarah and the Eastern Region.
Masjid an Nabawi to Replace I’tikaaf Tents With Permanent Rooms
Construction workers at Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) say I’tikaaf preparations have started and tents will no longer be used.
Visit Timings For Rawdah (Riyaz ul Jannah) For Men and Women 2026
Updated time slots for men and women, with permits required every 365 days via Nusuk platform or instant access near mosque.
Visit to Riyad al-Jannah Allowed Only Once Every Year
The Ministry of Hajj says a new Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifa permit can only be issued after 365 days, through the Nusuk app.
Madinah Opens Ramadan 2027 Iftar Catering Applications for Quba, Qiblatain and Miqat Mosques
Madinah opens applications for Ramadan 1448 AH iftar catering services at designated sites. Check eligibility requirements, application deadline and how to apply online.
Umrah Pilgrims Among 17 Killed in Riyadh Airport Missile Strike
A missile hit King Khalid International Airport on October 10, killing 12 and injuring 309, including Umrah pilgrims.
Madinah Adds 5,444 Trees Around Masjid an-Nabawi
Madinah Municipality says the central area also has 9,930 sq m of green space and 1,385 planting beds.
Masjid an-Nabawi Gets New Shoe Rack System With Letters and Colours
Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) in Madinah has a new shoe rack system. Racks now have a letter prefix, like C-031, and coloured numbers instead of black ones.
Houthi Militia Strikes Madinah Electricity Station Serving Masjid an-Nabawi
The Houthi militia struck an electricity distribution station in Madinah Al-Munawwarah serving Masjid an-Nabawi, according to a Saudi-led Coalition statement.
Madinah Bus Introduces New Routes and Lower Airport Fare
Madinah Bus introduces new routes, a direct Haramain train-to-Masjid an-Nabawi service, and a reduced airport fare of SAR 3.45.
Upcoming Projects in Madinah and Makkah
Hotels, an entertainment park, a wellness resort and new districts are planned near the two holy mosques.