In a fresh declaration backed by Islamic jurisprudence, Saudi Arabia’s highest religious authority has stated categorically that embarking on the Hajj pilgrimage without an official permit constitutes a sinful act under Islamic law. The position, made public by the Council of Senior Scholars, reinforces the kingdom’s ongoing efforts to ensure that the sacred rites of
In a major step towards enhancing the experience of millions of Muslim pilgrims expected for this year’s Hajj, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has ramped up housing capacity in the holy city of Mecca to accommodate up to 1.8 million people. This move comes as the first wave of international pilgrims begins to touch down
As the 2025 Hajj season begins to gather momentum, Saudi Arabia has welcomed the first set of international pilgrims from various countries, even as authorities intensify enforcement of regulations guiding the sacred exercise. In a twin development on Tuesday, April 29, the Kingdom simultaneously received several flights conveying pilgrims and reiterated its zero-tolerance policy on
King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah has officially received the first batch of Bangladeshi pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj season. This group, comprising over 400 individuals, arrived in Saudi Arabia to undertake the sacred pilgrimage to Makkah and Madinah.​ Upon arrival, the pilgrims were warmly welcomed by Saudi officials and representatives from the Bangladeshi consulate.
Madinah’s Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport has officially welcomed the first batch of Indian pilgrims arriving for Hajj 2025. The group, comprising over 400 pilgrims, touched down on a Saudi Arabian Airlines flight, marking the commencement of the annual pilgrimage season. Upon arrival, the pilgrims were greeted by officials from the Saudi Ministry of
In a significant stride towards ensuring the health and safety of Nigerian pilgrims, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has officially inaugurated the principal officers of the National Medical Team and constituted the Medical Committee for the 2025 Hajj operations. This move underscores NAHCON’s commitment to delivering efficient and effective healthcare services to all
Makkah police have arrested two individuals one Yemeni and one Egyptian suspected of running a fraudulent Hajj campaign. The suspects were allegedly using social media platforms to deceive potential pilgrims by offering fake services, including accommodation and transportation in the holy sites, for a fee. The campaign targeted unsuspecting individuals looking to perform the Hajj
As preparations intensify for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, corresponding to the Islamic year 1446H, Saudi authorities have officially announced a series of critical emergency contact numbers to safeguard the wellbeing of millions of pilgrims expected to converge on the Kingdom for the sacred rites. The announcement, made by relevant Saudi agencies, outlines a robust emergency
Saudi Arabia is set to usher in the commencement of the 2025 Hajj season with the arrival of the first international pilgrims on Monday, April 28. This inaugural flight, carrying pilgrims from South Africa, marks the formal launch of the pilgrimage season for the year 1446H, as the Kingdom begins to welcome Muslims from across
Zuhair Bin Abdul Hamid Sadayo, Chief Executive Officer of Rawaf Mina Company, has assured Nigerian pilgrims of top-class accommodation arrangements for the 2025 Hajj exercise, stating that 2,800 bed spaces have been secured within the prestigious Tent A+ area. Speaking during an inspection visit attended by officials of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON)
