Saudi Initiative Turns Used Ihrams Into Bags, Pillows and Souvenirs
Saudi Initiative Saudi program transforms discarded pilgrim garments into bags, pillows, and souvenirs while creating jobs for women from low-income families.
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Saudi Arabia Begins Issuing Umrah Visas after Hajj 2026
Pilgrims can enter Makkah from 1 June as the 1448 AH Umrah season gets underway.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Saudi Arabia Bans In-Flight Power Bank Charging on All Flights
Passengers flying to, from, or within Saudi Arabia can no longer recharge power banks while onboard — and are limited to carrying two devices each.
Saudi Arabia Launches Hajj and Umrah Tech Challenge for Entrepreneurs
Saudi communications ministry opens applications for innovators to build digital solutions for pilgrims.
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.