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Pakistan

Religious affairs minister orders inquiry into misuse of private Hajj quota

Thousands miss out on Hajj as private scheme fails to pay dues on time

Updated 22 Apr, 2025 06:39pm

Pakistan

Private Hajj organizers reveal they have Rs200 billion stuck in Saudi Arabia

The amount include money from intending pilgrim, including overseas Pakistanis

Published 21 Apr, 2025 04:56pm

Pakistan

Over Rs36 billion at risk as 67,000 Pakistanis face Hajj visa denial

Private organizers blame short deadlines and forex limits for potential financial disaster

Published 19 Apr, 2025 05:43pm

World

Saudi Arabia launches ‘Tasreeh’ digital platform for hajj permit issuance

Platform helps to streamline, regulate, and coordinate procedures throughout Hajj season

Published 15 Apr, 2025 10:29am

World

Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia imposes permit to enter in Makkah

Visitors without permits will be turned back at security checkpoints

Published 13 Apr, 2025 09:12pm

Pakistan

Saudi Arabia increases Hajj quota for Pakistan by 10,000 pilgrims

Dar makes especial request on behalf of Pakistanis

Published 11 Apr, 2025 03:39pm

World

Saudi authorities issue urgent warning for Hajj 2025 pilgrims

Saudi officials advise pilgrims to make their bookings through official Saudi platforms

Published 11 Apr, 2025 11:54am

World

Saudi Arabia enforces harsh penalties on Hajj, Umrah service providers for overstay violations

Financial penalties can reach up to SR100,000

Published 08 Apr, 2025 11:27am

World

Saudi Arabia imposes temporary visa ban on 14 countries, including Pakistan

Holders of Umrah visas can enter Saudi Arabia until April 13

Published 05 Apr, 2025 08:16pm

Pakistan

PM forms high-level committee to oversee 70,000 pilgrim arrangements for Hajj

Committee plans to explore strategies for transferring funds from Pakistan

Published 05 Apr, 2025 01:37pm

Pakistan

Over 77,000 Pilgrims set to miss Hajj as private operators fail to meet deadline

PM Shehbaz has ordered an inquiry into the failure to adhere to Saudi policies

Published 04 Apr, 2025 07:16pm

Pakistan

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia to expand ‘Road to Makkah’ project to other cities

Saudi government remains committed to resolving any challenges faced by Pakistani pilgrims on a priority basis

Published 26 Mar, 2025 04:39pm

Pakistan

Hajj flights from Pakistan likely to begin on May 1

Hajj operation to continue for 30 days, final flight on May 30

Published 24 Mar, 2025 06:03pm

World

Meningitis vaccine now mandatory for Hajj pilgrims in Saudi Arabia

Hajj packages and registrations will not be processed for unvaccinated individuals

Published 24 Mar, 2025 04:34pm

Pakistan

Govt Hajj Scheme: Third installment deadline is February 14

Refund process for Rs4.75b savings from the 2024 Hajj scheme is underway

Published 13 Feb, 2025 07:47pm

Life & Style

Saudi Arabia implements child ban, visa restrictions for Hajj 2025

New visa regulations has been effective since February 1

Published 11 Feb, 2025 01:11pm

Pakistan

Pakistan to refund Hajj pilgrims up to Rs100,000

Minister claims Pakistan offers the world's most affordable Hajj package

Published 04 Feb, 2025 07:27pm

Pakistan

How much Hajj would cost this year?

Pilgrims will enjoy enhanced facilities at a lower cost, say sources

Published 23 Jan, 2025 03:07pm

Pakistan

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia ink Hajj 2025 agreement

As part of the agreement, 189,210 Pakistani pilgrims are set to perform Hajj this year

Published 13 Jan, 2025 01:18pm

Pakistan

Check now Hajj 2025 bookings open for private organisers

Ministry has also released detailed information about various Hajj packages

Published 11 Jan, 2025 12:11am

Pakistan

Private bookings for Hajj 2025 set to open on January 10

Officials are advising pilgrims to prepare their documents

Published 09 Jan, 2025 09:34am

Pakistan

Hajj 2025: Deadline for applications today

This application process will take place at banks across the country

Published 17 Dec, 2024 10:15am

Pakistan

Government announces Hajj pilgrim updates on final day for applications

Over 10,000 new applications were received during one-week extension period

Updated 10 Dec, 2024 07:57pm

Pakistan

Religious minister extends Hajj applications deadline by seven days

Approves all Hajj applications submitted by Dec 3

Published 03 Dec, 2024 08:22pm

Pakistan

Hajj pilgrims to get passports within 24 hours

Special desks will be set up at the headquarters and all regional passport offices

Published 21 Nov, 2024 12:36pm

Pakistan

Hajj 2025 application schedule announced by ministry of religious affairs

Applicants must insure their passwords are valid till December 6,2025

Published 14 Nov, 2024 02:41pm

Pakistan

Ministry of Religious Affairs and PIA finalize Hajj flights agreement

Applicants are required to pay first installment of Rs200,000 when application submission

Published 13 Nov, 2024 11:00am

Pakistan

Religious Affairs Minister Salik unveils Hajj policy 2025

Hajj quota has been divided with a ratio of 50:50 between government and private Hajj schemes

Updated 11 Nov, 2024 08:56pm

Pakistan

Here is when applications for Hajj under new govt scheme will open

New policy will allow for the Hajj package fees to be paid in installments

Published 08 Nov, 2024 01:20pm

Pakistan

Here is how much Hajj 2025 will cost for Pakistanis

The quota will be divided equally between government and private schemes

Published 05 Nov, 2024 03:36pm