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February 20, 2026

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.

byWarda Shahid

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December 27, 2025

Emirates Introduces Pocket Prayer Mats for Passengers

New thicker, portable prayer mats available upon request from cabin crew on all flights.

byMaisah

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November 12, 2025

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.

byMaisah

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September 29, 2025

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.

byMaisah

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September 24, 2025

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.”

byWarda Shahid

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September 9, 2025

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.

bySamira Yusuf

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August 19, 2025

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.

bySamira Yusuf

3,600 Convert to Islam in Dubai in First Half of 2025

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August 12, 2025

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.

byMaisah

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August 2, 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.

byWarda Shahid

Muslim Majority Countries Ranked Among the Safest in the World in 2025

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March 26, 2025

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.

bySamira Yusuf