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Over 1.5 million Muslims to perform Hajj this year, says Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, May 14: More than 1.5 million Muslims from across the world, including around 175,000 pilgrims from India, are expected to perform Hajj this year, Saudi authorities announc...

Saudi Arabia issues fresh Hajj alert: Valid Hajj visa mandatory for entering holy sites

Saudi Ministry Sets Conditions for Makkah Entry Ahead of Annual Hajj Season

The Saudi Ministry of Interior has announced new arrangements and procedures for the Hajj season 1447 AH aimed at regulating entry to Makkah and ensuring the safety and security of...

Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia Completes Miqat Preparations for Hajj

The Islamic Information Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia Completes Miqat Preparations for Hajj Entry point sites upgraded with expanded prayer areas, new water systems, 230+ cameras, and e...

Crown Prince MBS urges safe and seamless Hajj operations amid West Asia conflict

Saudi Arabia, Apr 23: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has directed authorities to take all necessary measures to ensure a safe and smooth Hajj pilgrimage. He emphasized the...

Saudi Arabia Grants Up to 15 Days Paid Hajj Leave for First-Time Pilgrims

The Islamic Information Saudi Arabia Grants Up to 15 Days Paid Hajj Leave for First-Time Pilgrims Workers must complete two years of service to qualify under Saudi Labour Law. Sau...

Hajj 2026 ends with over 1.7M pilgrims

Saudi Arabia reaffirms commitment to serving Islam, Muslims Makkah: Saudi Arabia announced on Friday the successful completion of this year’s Hajj season, saying an integrated syst...

Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Emphasises: No Hajj Without Official Permit

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has emphasised that obtaining a Hajj permit is a fundamental requirement for ensuring the pilgrimage is performed safely, securely, and in...

1.6 million pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for hajj pilgrimage

1.6 million pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for hajj pilgrimage Over 1.5 million pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia from outside the kingdom for the upcoming Hajj, according to...

Saudi Arabia imposes up to ₹24.9 lakh fine, 10-year ban for illegal Hajj entry

Penalties of up to SR100,000 and a 10-year re-entry ban announced as kingdom tightens Hajj permit rules Saudi Arabia has announced stringent penalties, including fines of up to SR1...

Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia to Cover Hajj Seasonal Worker Visa Costs

The Islamic Information Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia to Cover Hajj Seasonal Worker Visa Costs The state will pay for temporary work visas used by seasonal labour in the Hady and Adahi...

Saudi Arabia imposes fines up to SAR100,000 for illegal Hajj transport

The 2026 Hajj season begins in Saudi Arabia

ALBAWABA - Millions of faithful pilgrims gather in Mecca to perform the Hajj, beginning the sacred journey despite the regional, and indeed, literal heat...

Saudi Arabia imposes 15-year minimum age limit for Hajj pilgrims

PAA says visas of affected pilgrims stand cancelled, Saudi authorities assure full refunds to those affected

Hajj (2018)

On the quiet early morning of 18 July 2018, pilgrims from the Mega Arafah Hajj Guidance Group (KBIH Mega Arafah) gathered at the Mega Arafah office near Gedung Sate. Their first...

Hajj 2026: Performing Hajj Without Permit May Lead to 100,000 SAR Fine

The Islamic Information Hajj 2026: Performing Hajj Without Permit May Lead to 100,000 SAR Fine Saudi authorities introduce fines and deportation for Hajj permit violations to ensu...

Saudi Arabia holds annual Hajj security parade ahead of pilgrimage season

With Hajj getting underway next week, Saudi Arabia held its annual security parade in Mecca. The event showcases the kingdom's emergency response capabilities and featured police u...

Only Hajj Visa and Permit Holders Permitted to Perform Hajj 2026, Saudi Interior Ministry

The Islamic Information Only Hajj Visa and Permit Holders Permitted to Perform Hajj 2026, Saudi Interior Ministry Saudi Arabia's Interior Ministry has clarified that only holders...

Saudi Arabia Welcomes Over 44,000 Pakistani Pilgrims Amid Ongoing Hajj Flights

ISLAMABAD: More than 44,000 Pakistani pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for Hajj 2026 as the country’s pre-pilgrimage flight operation continues, Pakistan’s religious affairs m...

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A pilgrim gestures in front of the Kaaba as they perform Tawaf during the annual haj pilgrimage, at the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. - Reuters

Saudi Arabia: Hajj 2026 reaches its spiritual peak as millions of Muslim pilgrims gather

Saudi Arabia entered the most significant stage of the 2026 hajj on 26 May as millions of pilgrims dressed in white gathered at Mount Arafat near Mecca and circled the Kaaba inside...

Hajj 2026: Saudia Group Expands Hajj Services with New Arafat Facility

The Islamic Information Hajj 2026: Saudia Group Expands Hajj Services with New Arafat Facility

AWQAF Reminds Pilgrims of Mandatory Hajj Permits

The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (AWQAF) has urged pilgrims to comply with all required procedures and permits issued by the Saudi authorities for performing Hajj, st...

Hajj 2026: Special flights to carry pilgrims from India to Saudi Arabia amid tightened entry rules

The Hajj operations will begin on Saturday, with pilgrims from India and Pakistan departing on special flights for the holy city of Makkah to perform one of the most important ritu...