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Victor Dasgupta February 8, 2026 1:21 PM IST
The early start places the Kingdom nearly four months ahead of the rituals, setting the tone for a more structured and predictable pilgrimage season.
Tahir Qureshi November 18, 2025 3:42 PM IST
According to media reports, pilgrims are required to sign a declaration form before embarking on the Hajj or Umrah pilgrimage.
Kumar Utkarsh November 18, 2025 12:34 PM IST
A tragic bus crash in Saudi Arabia killed 45 Indian pilgrims, including 18 members of one Hyderabad family. The devastating inferno wiped out three generations, leaving the community in deep shock and mourning.
Tahir Qureshi November 1, 2025 12:34 AM IST
This system aims to improve the visa process and ensure a smooth entry process for pilgrims.
Tahir Qureshi October 18, 2025 4:59 PM IST
The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a new feature.
Analiza Pathak October 1, 2025 2:09 PM IST
In the UAE, tour operators are advising pilgrims to book their transport and accommodation before applying for the visa to avoid any delays or issues.
Sumaila Zaman August 27, 2025 2:29 PM IST
Saudi Arabia's Hajj Ministry has introduced a new digital platform as an important step towards facilitating travel for Umrah.
Gazi Abbas Shahid August 24, 2025 4:40 PM IST
The Nusuk Umrah service launched by Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, is designed to streamline the Umrah 2025 pilgrimage process and improve the overall pilgrim experience, aimed to allow a hassle-free Umrah Muslims around the globe.
Victor Dasgupta July 2, 2025 8:30 AM IST
The bill also specifies that individuals who cover their faces for medical reasons, due to weather conditions, workplace requirements, cultural events, or civil defense purposes will be exempt from the ban.
Victor Dasgupta April 14, 2025 7:21 AM IST
According to the operator, starting last year, Saudi authorities introduced changes to the payment process, requiring private operators to route their payments through the government, which would then transfer the funds to the Saudi side.
Tahir Qureshi April 11, 2025 10:22 PM IST
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has made a few big changes.
Nivedita Dash April 8, 2025 4:59 PM IST
Hajj 2025: The ministry said in its statement that overstaying in Saudi Arabia after the permitted dates, i.e. after April 29, would be considered a legal violation and strict penalties would be imposed on foreigners found guilty.
Gazi Abbas Shahid April 7, 2025 10:11 PM IST
Saudi Arabia has arrested over 18,000 foreign nationals within a week, following Riyadh's decision to temporarily suspend the issuance of certain visas to citizens of 14 countries, including India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh ahead of Hajj 2025.
Kumar Utkarsh April 7, 2025 1:56 PM IST
Saudi Umrah Visa Application for Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia's latest visa changes are making headlines with a sudden shift affecting travelers from India Pakistan and Bangladesh. Find out why Umrah visas are temporarily on hold what it means for Hajj pilgrims and how you can still plan your journey.
Kritika Vaid January 8, 2025 5:23 AM IST
An Instagram post of Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri Khan and Aryan Khan claimed that SRK has converted Gauri to Islam and the family has gone to Mecca to celebrate new year. What's the truth behind it?
India.com Entertainment Desk December 2, 2022 7:09 AM IST
Pictures and videos of Shah Rukh Khan performing Umrah at the holy place of Mecca are now going viral on social media. This has made his fans go emotional as they recall his wish in which he mentioned he wanted to visit the holy place once in his lifetime.
India.com Entertainment Desk December 1, 2022 10:52 PM IST
Shah Rukh Khan performed Umrah at the holy city of Mecca post his Dunki shoot wrap-up in Saudi Arabia.
India.com Viral News Desk June 23, 2020 5:34 PM IST
In the light of increasing COVID-19 cases across the world, Saudi Arabia makes 'very limited' preparations for those already living in the Kingdom as Hajj 2020 stands cancelled for international pilgrims
PTI Feeds April 30, 2018 5:06 PM IST
Global tender floated for shipping firms to revive sea route for Haj: Naqvi
IANS Feeds July 19, 2017 8:41 PM IST
HDFC Bank expands foreign exchange offering in Kerala
India.com News Desk July 4, 2016 9:45 PM IST
The incident took place on Saturday night when the bus carrying around 49 Umrah pilgrims met with an accident.
Press Trust of India December 28, 2015 11:14 PM IST
Nawaz Sharif had donned the "Indian Rajasthani pink turban" gifted to him by Modi during the Indian premier's visit on Friday.
Press Trust of India December 26, 2015 3:00 AM IST
He said Kashmiri tea was presented to the Indian premier.Some 11 members of Modi's delegation accompanied him to the Jati Umerah who were issued a 72-hour visa
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