An additional 6,224 Pakistani Hajj pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia via the ‘Route to Makkah’ initiative and standard Hajj flights from various cities across Pakistan. This brings the total number of Pakistani pilgrims currently in the Holy Land to 90,976, marking the completion of 77% of the country’s official government Hajj quota. According to […]
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia to host first professional T20 cricket competition
Saudi Arabia will stage its first professional T20 cricket competition featuring stars of the international game in October this year. The six-team Dunes T20 League will run from the second week of October, and represents a significant step in the development of cricket in the Kingdom. The tournament aims to accelerate the growth of the […]
Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli minister’s Al-Aqsa act
Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned what it described as an “provocative act” by an Israeli minister at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, calling it a violation of Islamic sanctities and international law. Read More: Pakistan, seven Muslim states condemn Israeli closure of Al–Aqsa mosque gates In a statement, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs criticised the Israeli […]
Bilal Abbas Khan in Saudi Arabia for performing Hajj
Actor Bilal Abbas Khan, who was recently loved for his role as Kamyaar in the globally popular drama Meri Zindagi Hai Tu opposite Hania Aamir, is currently performing Hajj in Saudi Arabia. Bilal has often been admired by fans for maintaining a simple and spiritual lifestyle away from the glamour of the entertainment industry. He […]
Saudi Arabia and Russia activate visa-free travel deal
Saudi Arabia and Russia have officially implemented a mutual visa exemption agreement, allowing citizens of both countries to travel without visas starting May 11, 2026. According to the Saudi Press Agency, the agreement marks a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations between Riyadh and Moscow, with both governments expecting increased cooperation in tourism, trade, and […]
Saudi Arabia launches robobus at Masjid Quba
Saudi Arabia has introduced an autonomous shuttle service called “Robobus” inside the courtyard area of Masjid Quba in Madinah, marking another step in the Kingdom’s push toward smart transport and AI-based mobility solutions. Read More: Over 61000 Pakistani pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia According to Saudi media reports, the driverless vehicle operates using an artificial intelligence […]
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 refusal forced Trump to halt Project Freedom
The United States reportedly halted “Project Freedom” after Saudi Arabia refused airspace access for the military operation. The reported decision disrupted American strategic planning and exposed tensions between Washington and Riyadh. The development affects regional security efforts and ongoing US military coordination in the Middle East. An American newspaper reported that President Donald Trump personally […]
Saudi envoy praises Pakistan’s role in regional peace
Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki on Wednesday addressed the Sixth International Paigham-e-Islam Conference held at the Jinnah Convention Centre, bringing together leading Ulema and Mashaikh, diplomats, politicians, academicians, and senior government officials. Opening his address with verses from the Holy Quran and salutations upon the Holy Prophet […]
30% of pilgrims reach Saudi Arabia
The Hajj 2026 operation under the Government Scheme is progressing rapidly, with 35,135 pilgrims having arrived in Saudi Arabia so far. To ensure a streamlined operation and provide essential services, 948 welfare staff and Khuddam-ul-Hujjaj have been deployed across various stations, assisting pilgrims from airports to their respective accommodations. According to Nasir Aziz Khan, Coordinator […]