Haj 2026
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia calls for sighting of Dhul-Hijjah moon on May 17
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has called on Muslims to sight the crescent moon of the holy month of Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH-2026 on Dhul Qa’dah 29, corresponding to Sunday evening, May 17.…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia rolls out extensive Haj 2026 service improvements
As millions of Muslims prepare for Haj 1447 AH/2026, Saudi Arabia has intensified preparations across the holy sites with a series of infrastructure, transport and technology upgrades aimed at improving pilgrim safety,…
- Middle East
Haj Suvidha smartwatch leaves Indian pilgrims frustrated
Several Indian Haj pilgrims have raised concerns over the performance of the Haj Suvidha Smartwatch, citing battery, charging and connectivity issues during the pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The GPS-enabled smartwatch was introduced…
- Lollywood
Bilal Abbas Khan takes break, Pak actor in Saudi Arabia for Haj
Islamabad: Pakistani actor Bilal Abbas Khan often wins hearts, not just for his acting but also for his spiritual side. The actor, who was recently loved for his role as Kamyaar in…
- Telangana
Haj 2026: Telangana to bear additional burden faced by pilgrims
Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Friday, May 8, announced that the state government will bear the additional financial burden faced by Haj pilgrims this year due to enhanced air…
- Middle East
Haj 2026: Saudi Arabia advises pilgrims to take vaccines 10 days in advance
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has advised domestic Haj pilgrims to receive recommended vaccinations at least 10 days before the pilgrimage season begins. This comes as part of preventive measures aimed…
- Telangana
Telangana govt to bear Rs 10,000 Haj airfare hike for 7,000 pilgrims
Hyderabad: The Telangana government will bear the additional airfare cost of Rs 10,000 per pilgrim for this year’s Haj, providing relief to around 7,000 pilgrims from the state. According to sources, Chief…
- India
Govt says ‘burden eased’ after Cong demands withdrawal of Haj airfare hike
New Delhi: The Congress on Sunday, May 3, demanded the withdrawal of the Haj Committee of India circular raising the Haj airfare by Rs 10,000 per pilgrim, alleging that under the Narendra…
- Television News
Aly Goni turns emotional as parents leave for Haj ‘Was my dream’
Mumbai: Television actor Aly Goni turned emotional as his parents departed for Saudi Arabia to perform Haj this year. The actor took to Instagram on Saturday to share glimpses of the farewell…
- Middle East
‘Wastewater in rooms’: Indian Haj pilgrims flag hygiene crisis
Indian Haj pilgrims staying in the Azizia area of Makkah, Saudi Arabia, are facing mounting concerns over accommodation standards, with allegations of overcrowding and poor hygiene. The matter came to light after…
- Middle East
India asks Haj 2026 pilgrims to pay Rs 10,000 extra airfare
Mumbai: The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) has directed pilgrims selected for Haj 2026 to deposit an additional Rs 10,000 towards revised airfare, citing the ongoing crisis in the Middle East and…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia grants up to 15 days paid Haj leave for private sector workers
Riyadh: Private sector employees performing Haj for the first time are entitled to paid leave ranging from 10 to 15 days, including the Eid Al Adha holiday, according to Saudi Ministry of Human…
- India
Ghaziabad Hindus shower love as elderly Muslim couple leave for Haj 2026
Uttar Pradesh: For every Muslim, embarking on a Haj pilgrimage is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. This annual pilgrimage to Makkah serves as the fifth pillar of Islam. It is considered a transformative journey…
- Hyderabad
Telangana Minister Azharduddin reviews preparations for Haj pilgrims
Hyderabad: Telangana Minorities Welfare Minister Mohammed Azharuddin directed officials to ensure safe arrangements for the nearly 10,000 pilgrims departing from Hyderabad this year for Haj 2026. On Wednesday, April 22, during a…
- Middle East
Watch: Kaaba’s Kiswah raised ahead of Haj 2026
Makkah: As part of the preparations for the 1447 AH (2026) Haj season, authorities in Makkah have raised the lower portion of the Kiswah — the black silk covering of the Kaaba…
