Thousands of Muslim pilgrims from Western countries are continuing their journey to Saudi Arabia for the annual hajj pilgrimage despite ongoing conflict and security concerns in the Middle East. Many worshippers say their religious commitment outweighs fears linked to regional instability and travel advisories issued by governments. Consequently, Makkah remains filled with pilgrims arriving from […]
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PM directs all possible facilities to Hajj pilgrims at airport
Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousaf on Wednesday called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and briefed him on the arrangements for ongoing Hajj operation. “Intending Hajj pilgrims are the guests of Allah Almighty. There should be no negligence whatsoever in their service and facilities by the Pakistani Hajj Mission in Saudi Arabia,” the […]
Naqvi inspects immigration facilities for Hajj pilgrims
Mohsin Naqvi paid a surprise visit to the Islamabad International Airport on Thursday to review immigration procedures for Hajj pilgrims and other departing passengers. During the visit, the Interior Minister inspected the dedicated counters set up for Saudi immigration under the “Road to Makkah” initiative. He interacted with the staff and examined the arrangements aimed […]
Young pilgrims redefine Hajj: gen Z and millennials embrace the sacred journey
In Makkah’s Grand Mosque, a new wave of pilgrims is reshaping the traditional image of Hajj. Millennials and Gen Z Muslims are stepping forward, proving the sacred pilgrimage isn’t just for the elderly. These young pilgrims stress that Hajj should be performed as soon as one is physically and financially able. They believe early participation […]
Missile defense system installed in Makkah to protect hajj pilgrims
Saudi Arabia has installed a surface-to-air defense missile system in Makkah. This step is taken to protect the pilgrims visiting for Hajj. The Saudi Ministry of Defense shared photos of the missile system. The ministry said the main goal is to guard the guests of God. Pilgrims’ safety remains a top priority for the Saudi […]
Round-the-clock helpline launched for hajj flight updates
ISLAMABAD – The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has launched a 24/7 helpline to assist Hajj pilgrims with real-time flight information and travel-related support. Pilgrims can call the helpline at 051-9216980 for updates regarding their Hajj flight schedules. This service was introduced on the special directive of Federal Minister Sardar Muhammad Yousaf to […]
KSA would approve Chinese vaccine for Hajj pilgrims, assures Saudi envoy
Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador in Pakistan Nawaf Saeed Al-Malky met with Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah at the Chief Minister House on Friday and assured that they would incorporate Chinese-manufactured vaccines in its list of approved shots for visitors to the Kingdom. On Thursday, Federal Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Minister Asad Umar said that […]
Govt has begun balloting for Hajj Scheme 2019
ISLAMABAD: The Govt has started balloting for applications for Hajj Scheme 2019 in Islamabad today. The applicants can view the results of balloting on the official site of the Ministry of Religious Affairs. However, the relevant department will inform the successful candidates via SMS or the candidates can check their application’s status online at: http://www.hajjinfo.org/ In […]