Pakistan has deployed trained guides to assist pilgrims during the Hajj pilgrimage, the country’s religious affairs ministry said on Friday, as the number of Pakistani pilgrims arriving in Saudi Arabia surpassed 160,000. The Pakistani religious affairs ministry each year appoints Hajj guides and support staff, who help Pakistani pilgrims perform Hajj rituals while ensuring they […]
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Hajj pilgrim training to be held in regional campuses
Directorate of Hajj in Ministry of Religious Affairs has issued instructions to pilgrims regarding preparations for Hajj 2026, being held on February 13 and 14. Ministry of Hajj directed to make arrangements for preparations in the relevant camps in all major cities , on Saturday. Punjab Food Authority and other institutions have been requested to […]
Saudi Arabia launches Nusuk, digital platform to facilitate pilgrim from around the world
ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah launched a new unified government platform on Monday through which pilgrims can plan and book their visits to the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. With Nusuk, travelers from all over the world can easily organize their entire visit to the Kingdom, from applying for an eVisa […]
Saudi Arabia launches ‘Smart Pilgrim’ app
ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is launching the Smart Pilgrim app this year to further utilize technology in its services. The app allows pilgrims to communicate with their service providers and report any violations to the ministry, which has pledged to handle the remarks and complaints without delay or leniency towards any […]
Sanam Jung performs her first Umrah with family
Amidst shooting her latest drama and preparing to return to the screen after more than four years, television actress and morning show host Sanam Jung set out on a pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca to perform her first Umrah. The actress took to Instagram to share the news with her fans by sharing […]
Man commits suicide in Makkah Haram Sharif
MAKKAH: Fear and tension engulfed the pilgrims on Friday night as a man committed suicide in Makkah Haram Sharif. A man committed suicide by jumping off Mataf’s roof after Isha prayers. The deceased was identified as a 35-year-old man. However, officials said that no other person was reportedly injured due to the incident. Authorities said […]