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28 registered Egyptian pilgrims die during Haj in Saudi Arabia
Cairo: Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said that 28 deaths were confirmed among the 50,752 officially registered Egyptian pilgrims during Haj in Saudi Arabia’s Makkah. In a cabinet statement, Madbouly said that…
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Saudi Arabia begins issuing Umrah visas
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah has begun issuing Umrah visas to streamline Umrah performers’ arrivals to the Kingdom and ensure a smooth and worry-free experience. The new Umrah…
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Saudi Arabia: How to obtain Haj completion certificate online
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah has announced that pilgrims can now obtain a Haj completion certificate for the year through the Nusuk application. The ministry emphasized…
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UAE: Registration for Haj 2025 to open in September
Abu Dhabi: Authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have announced that registration for those wishing to perform Haj pilgrimage in 1446 AH-2025 in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, will open from the beginning…
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35 Pakistanis among over 900 died during Haj in Saudi Arabia
Islamabad: At least 35 Pakistanis were among more than 900 people from around the world who died during this year’s Haj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia marked by searing heat, the government has…
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How the Gulf became integral part of India’s ‘extended neighbourhood’ under PM Modi
New Delhi: The Gulf region has become an increasingly important strategic partner of India and an integral part of its ‘extended neighbourhood’ under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a report by the Italian…
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68 Indians among 1,081 Haj pilgrims die due to heatstroke in Makkah
Makkah: In a tragic turn of events, at least 68 Indians are reportedly among 1,081 pilgrims from around ten countries who have died during this year’s Haj pilgrimage in Makkah, Saudi Arabia,…
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No major disease outbreaks, Haj 2024 a success: Saudi health min
In a significant development, Saudi Arabia Health Minister Fahd Al-Jalajel announced that Haj 2024 have been a great success, with no major disease outbreaks reported, the Saudi Gazette reported. In a press…
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Makkah: 44.8M phone calls made by pilgrims during Eid Al Adha
Makkah: The Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) has released the performance report on telecommunications in Makkah and other holy sites during Eid Al Adha, which shows that 44.8 million voice calls…
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At least 41 Jordanian Haj pilgrims die from heatstroke in Makkah
Makkah: At least 41 Jordanians have died due to heatstroke during the Haj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, Jordan officials said on Tuesday, as temperatures soared in recent days. The authorities are following…
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Over 100 pilgrims cared for, reunited with families: Indian Haj Mission
New Delhi: Citing an incident where it rescued and provided immediate medical care to an elderly Indian Haji, the Indian Haj Mission said on Tuesday that it has provided necessary assistance to…
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Saudi Arabia reports 2764 cases of heat stress on first day of Eid Al Adha
Abu Dhabi: Saudi Health Minister Fahd Al-Jalajel has urged pilgrims to avoid peak sun hours (11 am to 4 pm) when performing their remaining Hajj rituals. He urged them to avoid direct…
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Haj 2024: 14 Jordanian pilgrims die due to heatstroke, 17 missing
Makkah: At least 14 Jordanians have been reported dead and 17 others missing during the ongoing Haj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The announcement was made on Sunday, June 16, by the Directorate…
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In pics: Muslims celebrate Eid ul-Adha in Gulf, other parts of world
Eid Al Adha, also known as the festival of sacrifice, was celebrated by millions of Muslims across Gulf countries and the world on Sunday, June 16. Eid Al-Adha or Bakrid is a…
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Haj 2024: Pakistani pilgrim delivers baby boy in Arafat
Makkah: A 34-year-old Pakistani pilgrim gave birth to a healthy baby boy at the Jabal Al-Rahma Hospital in Arafat on Saturday, June 15. She named him Arafat. This marks the first birth of…
