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World Updated 07 Jun, 2024 01:31am

Zilhaj moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eidul Azha to be celebrated on June 16

June 7 marks start of Hajj pilgrimage

World Published 06 Jun, 2024 03:51pm

Expats to face fine, deportation to perform Hajj without permit

10,000 riyals will be imposed on any individual breaking the rule

Pakistan Published 06 Jun, 2024 03:29pm

Pakistan reiterates call for Hajj pilgrims to take precautions against heatstroke

Weather forecast indicates 'humidity of 25%, rain close to zero, and maximum temperature of 44 degrees'

World Published 04 Jun, 2024 09:17pm

Saudi Arabia warns of above-average heat during the Hajj

Last year more than 1.8 million Muslims took part in the Hajj, official figures show

Pakistan Published 03 Jun, 2024 03:48pm

Healing Hands: Pakistani Hajj Medical team ensures pilgrims’ well-being in Saudi Arabia

The team works in two hospitals and 11 dispensaries in Makkah, Madinah, and Jeddah

World Published 03 Jun, 2024 10:26am

Saudi govt begins enforcement of fines, deportation to travelers without Hajj permit

Hajj pilgrims are required to carry Hajj permit

World Published 03 Jun, 2024 09:06am

Haji passes away inside Masjid Al-haram

He had been in Makkah for just 12 hours

World Published 27 May, 2024 02:57pm

UAE tightens regulations on Hajj, Umrah services

Operators can be slapped with fines of up to 50,000 dirhams if they did not obtain prior approval before receiving requests

World Published 24 May, 2024 09:23am

Saudi Arabia prohibits visa holders from entering Makkah during Hajj

The ban would be valid from May 23 to June 21

World Published 19 May, 2024 10:24am

Scorching temperatures forecast for Hajj

Saudi authorities are preparing for what they anticipate will be record numbers of pilgrims

World Published 15 May, 2024 07:28pm

Makkah completes preparations to handle Hajj

A 24-hour cleaning regime is in place

World Published 12 May, 2024 11:45am

Saudi Arabia upgrades 4,000km of roads for Hajj

This included resurfacing 158 kilometers of roads

World Updated 10 May, 2024 02:16pm

Saudi Arabia to test flying taxis and drones this hajj season

Drone taxis are equipped with advanced autonomous technologies

Pakistan Published 09 May, 2024 09:30am

Hajj 2024: First Makkah Route Hajj flight departs from Karachi

The private airline flight took off at 2AM

Pakistan Updated 09 May, 2024 03:42pm

Lahore airport lounge evacuated, six international flights delayed after fire breaks out

The fire also delayed the first two Hajj flights

World Published 06 May, 2024 10:48am

Saudi Arabia implements new restrictions on Hajj visas

Authorities do not allow work or residency permits

Pakistan Published 05 May, 2024 08:47pm

Islamabad Airport completes preparation for hajj flights

The arrangements have been made under the Road to Makkah project

World Published 05 May, 2024 11:18am

Saudi Arabia gears up to receive over two million Hajj pilgrims

Hajj ministry assigns 3,500 staff members to cater to needs of pilgrims

Pakistan Published 04 May, 2024 10:31pm

Hajj pilgrims urged to ensure vaccination five days before departure

Says vaccination is mandatory requirement

World Published 04 May, 2024 10:23am

Hajj 2024: Permits mandatory to enter Makkah from today

Unauthorized entry will be strictly prohibited

World Published 02 May, 2024 08:46am

Hajj 2024: Pilgrims required to display Nusuk Card at all times

New tagging system launched to stop unauthorized pilgrims

World Published 27 Apr, 2024 08:51pm

Saudi Arabia’s Fatwa council declares permit mandatory for Hajj

Calls for strict adherence to established regulations

World Updated 27 Apr, 2024 09:37am

Hajj 2024: Saudis warn pilgrims of unauthorized operators, fake websites

The Kingdom emphasizes using officially approved channels for pilgrimage plans

Pakistan Published 21 Apr, 2024 12:17am

Registration of pilgrims under private Hajj scheme in progress: Ashrafi

Says certain private tour operators were offering Hajj packages at ‘more affordable rate’

Pakistan Updated 05 Apr, 2024 10:23pm

Hajj flights in Pakistan to begin on May 9

Smartphones a must for all pilgrims, says ministry’s spokesperson

World Published 06 Mar, 2024 01:02am

Saudi Arabia begins issuing visas for Hajj

Hajj season will fall between June 14 and 19

World Published 18 Feb, 2024 03:06pm

Saudi Arabia announces jail sentence for seeking donation during Hajj season

Authorities say violators could face up to seven-year prison time

World Published 12 Jan, 2024 01:08pm

Saudi Arabia looks to air taxis for premium travel in Hajj

The kingdom's airline has already ordered 100 aircraft

Pakistan Published 10 Jan, 2024 07:08pm

Ministry of religious affairs takes action against unregistered Hajj booking companies

The ministry denies allowing takaful companies to engage in Hajj and Umrah bookings

Pakistan Published 01 Jan, 2024 01:22pm

New Covid-19 variant JN.1 not detected in Pakistan but pilgrims to be vaccinated

The country prepares to receive a new vaccine from Pfizer