August 3, 2025

Hijrah

General Religion

Saudi Arabia Unveils Interactive Hijrah Train from Makkah to Madinah to Honour Prophet’s Historic Migration

Makkah, Saudi Arabia | July 30, 2025 — In a significant stride toward preserving Islamic heritage and enhancing the pilgrim experience, Saudi Arabia has launched an interactive Hijrah Train connecting the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. The initiative is designed to immerse travelers in the journey of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) during his historic migration

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Religion

For the First Time Ever, Current Hijri Year (1447) Embroidered on Ka’bah’s Kiswah Instead of Manufacture Year

In a historic development, the Kiswah—the sacred cloth that adorns the Ka’bah in Mecca—has for the very first time displayed the current Hijri year, 1447, embroidered on its fabric instead of the usual practice of showing the year of manufacture, which was 1446. This unprecedented change marks a significant shift in tradition that has held

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