Fire Breaks Out at Hotel Near Makkah’s Grand Mosque
Smoke seen rising from Jabal Omar hotel buildings as emergency teams respond.
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6th Hajj Conference and Exhibition To Be Held On November 8–11, 2026 in Jeddah
Sixth Hajj Conference & Exhibition 2026: Nov 8–11 in Jeddah. Global leaders gather for innovation, sustainability & pilgrim services under Vision 2030.
Two Egyptian Umrah Pilgrims Killed in Bus Crash in Makkah
Bus carrying 47 Egyptian pilgrims crashes near Al-Jumum on the way to Makkah, leaving 25 injured.
Saudi Hajj Ministry Starts Using AI to Improve Pilgrim Services
Nusuk AI and Digital Mutawwif help millions of pilgrims with real-time guidance in over 180 languages.
Hajj 2027: Health Certificates Now Mandatory for Hajj Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah requires health clearance certificates through Nusuk Masar before Hajj 2027 visas are issued.
Why Is Madinah Called “Taibah”?
Madinah carries several names in Islamic history, and one of the most well-known is Taibah, meaning pure, good and wholesome in Arabic.
Jeddah Airport Reaches ACI Level 4 in Customer Experience
King Abdulaziz International Airport earns Level 4 in ACI’s five-stage customer experience accreditation programme.
Madinah Approves Daily Opening of Women’s Prayer Halls in All Mosques
Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh approves daily women’s musallas in all Madinah mosques.
Saudi Arabia Opens Early Hajj 2027 International Registration Through Nusuk
Saudi Arabia has opened early Hajj 2027 registration through Nusuk, allowing international pilgrims to express interest in upcoming Hajj packages.
Saudi Arabia Opens AI and Technology Innovation Program for Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi
Sixth edition of “Think for the Two Holy Mosques” invites young innovators to submit ideas by September 16, 2026.
Madinah Bans Motorcycles on Quba Street
New sign installed prohibiting motorcycle traffic on Quba Street in Madinah.
Quba Mosque Sets 10 Rules for Wedding Ceremonies
Al Madinah Region Development Authority limits guests, timing and photography for nikah ceremonies inside Quba Mosque.
43 Students Complete Quran Memorization at Masjid Quba
Summer program by Jamiat al-Wahiyayn helps 43 students memorise the full Quran at Masjid Quba in Madinah.
Can Women Pray on the Rooftop of Masjid al-Haram?
Yes, women have separate prayer spaces on the rooftop, with tips on the best time, gates, and facilities.
Sheikh Al-Sudais Warns Against Mawlid Celebrations
Masjid al-Haram imam says celebrating the Prophet’s birthday has no basis in Islam and copies Christian practices.