The annual Ghusl-e-Kaaba ceremony was held at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah, where the Holy Kaaba was ceremonially cleansed with a mixture of Zamzam water and rose water in the presence of senior Saudi officials, diplomats and religious dignitaries. The revered ceremony is one of the most significant religious traditions associated with Islam’s holiest site and […]
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Faithful begin leaving Makkah after Hajj pilgrimage
Thousands of Muslims began to leave the holy city of Makkah on Friday after having completed the Hajj pilgrimage in scorching heat and despite the shadow of war across the Middle East. This year, more than 1.7 million people from 165 countries took part in one of the world’s largest religious gatherings, against the backdrop […]
Interior minister meets MWL chief in Makkah after Hajj
Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met Muslim World League (MWL) Secretary-General Mohammed Al-Issa in Makkah, discussing Islamic and regional affairs and praising Saudi Arabia’s efforts in serving millions of pilgrims during this year’s Hajj, the organization said in a social media post on Friday. The meeting came as Saudi Arabia concluded this year’s pilgrimage, one […]
Extreme Heat Expected in Makkah During Hajj Pilgrimage
Extreme heat expected in Makkah during Hajj has prompted Saudi authorities to issue weather warnings and safety advisories for pilgrims. According to the Saudi National Center for Meteorology, temperatures in Makkah could reach as high as 47 degrees Celsius by May 25. Officials have urged pilgrims to take precautions as millions gather for the annual […]
Saudi Arabia announces new Umrah season dates
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced the key dates for the upcoming Umrah season, outlining the schedule for visa issuance, pilgrim entry, and permit availability through the official Nusuk platform. According to the ministry, Umrah visas will begin to be issued from May 31, 2026, allowing international pilgrims to start planning their […]
Pakistani pilgrim reunited with lost 4308 riyals in Makkah
A Pakistani Hajj pilgrim has been reunited with his lost belongings, including 4,308 Saudi riyals, after the “Lost and Found Cell” of the Pakistan Hajj Mission successfully traced and returned the items in Makkah. According to officials, the incident involved Lahore-based pilgrim Usman Shahid, who had travelled to Jeddah via Saudi Airlines to perform Hajj. […]
Saudi Arabia launches Ala Khutah experience to trace Prophet Muhammad’s Hijrah
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has inaugurated “Ala Khutah (In His Footsteps),” a new initiative that allows visitors to retrace the historic journey of Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) migration from Makkah to Madina, known as the Hijrah. Read More: Muslim World League secretary general delivers Eid sermon at faisal mosque The route, spanning 470 kilometres, features 41 […]
Saudi Arabia shortens Umrah visa validity to one month
KARACHI: The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced that the validity of Umrah visas will be reduced from three months to one month from the date of issuance, Al Arabiya.net reported on Friday. The new rule, set to take effect next week, also stipulates that the visa will be automatically cancelled 30 days […]
Saudi Arabia reduces Umrah visa entry to one month
Saudi Arabia has announced a major change to its Umrah visa policy. Under the new rules, pilgrims must enter the country within one month of visa issuance. Previously, they had three months to travel. The government aims to streamline visa procedures and better manage the flow of pilgrims, especially during busy seasons. This change highlights […]
Saudi Arabia shortens Umrah visa validity to 30 days before entry
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced new amendments to the Umrah visa regulations, under which visas will now be automatically cancelled 30 days after issuance if the pilgrim has not entered the Kingdom within that period, Al Arabiya reported. The new policy, which takes effect next week, reduces the visa […]