GCC Residents Will Be Able To Start Umrah Journey By Train In 2030
The GCC Railway, set for December 2030, will let Gulf residents start their Umrah journey by train into Saudi Arabia before continuing to the holy cities.
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1,500 Saudi Flights Cancelled After Airport Attacks
Flights at Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam airports were cancelled in large numbers on Sunday and Monday after attacks attributed to Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
UAE Launches New AI Software ‘Hilal’ for Crescent Sighting
The Abu Dhabi-based IAC built “Hilal,” AI software that photographs ultra-thin crescents near the sun.
UAE Sets Hajj 2027 Registration Dates From September 14 to September 25, 2026
Emirati citizens can register for Haj 1448 AH/2027 from September 14 to September 25, 2026.
11-Year-Old Atiqa Mir Wins Every Race at Karting Champions in Greece
The Dubai-based driver topped qualifying and won both heats and the final — a feat only two others have achieved in series history.
Etihad and Emirates Offer Iftar Boxes, Prayer Mats and Special Menus During Ramadan 2026
Etihad Airways and Emirates introduce dedicated offerings for fasting passengers, including in-flight iftar meals, religious programming, and takeaway snack boxes.
Emirates Introduces Pocket Prayer Mats for Passengers
New thicker, portable prayer mats available upon request from cabin crew on all flights.
Dubai’s Al Rayyan Mosque Becomes World’s First LEED Zero Carbon Certified Mosque
Hatta mosque achieves unprecedented sustainability milestone by offsetting 175% of its annual carbon emissions, securing its third global environmental leadership record.
Pre-Booked Hotels, Transport Mandatory for UAE Umrah Pilgrims
New regulations require UAE pilgrims to confirm all accommodation and transportation before receiving Umrah visas, with verified bookings now mandatory under Saudi Arabia’s updated pilgrimage system.
UAE Mandates Daily Congregational Dhuhr Prayers in Public Schools
UAE public schools halt classes daily for mandatory Dhuhr prayers. Students lead adhan, gender-separated congregations required. Ministry: “Schools homes of values.”
UAE Opens Hajj 2026 Registration for First-Time Pilgrims Only
UAE Hajj 2026 sign-ups begin Sept 24 for new pilgrims. Apply online before Oct 9. No paper forms. Returning pilgrims wait for slots.
Pilgrim Passes Away in Mecca After Performing Umrah for Deceased Son
Abdul Majeed Abdul Rahman Al Mualla undertook spiritual journey to honor son killed in traffic accident; funeral prayers at Grand Mosque before burial in Al Mu’alla Cemetery.
3,600 Convert to Islam in Dubai in First Half of 2025
Mohammed bin Rashid Center for Islamic Culture reports more than 3,600 new converts, 1,300 student enrolments and dozens of courses and outreach initiatives during January–June 2025.
Dubai Offers 2,100 Free Mosque Parking Spots for One Hour During Prayer Times
From August 2025, worshipers can park free for one hour during prayer times under a new Islamic Affairs–Parkin partnership.
5 Muslim-Majority Countries Ranked Among the Safest in the World in 2025
The 2025 Safety Index by Numbeo reveals that five Muslim-majority countries are among the world’s top 20 safest nations, underscoring strong perceptions of security and effective governance in these countries.