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Hajj ends amid deadly Saudi heat spike

Temperatures reach 51.8°C at Makkah's Grand Mosque

Published 17 Jun, 2024 06:37pm

World

At least 19 Hajj pilgrims die from extreme heat in Saudi Arabia

Temperatures have pushed well past 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) during the annual pilgrimage

Published 17 Jun, 2024 09:53am

World

Million-plus take part in Hajj under shadow of Gaza crisis

Some 2,000 Palestinians are performing the Hajj at the special invitation of King Salman

Published 15 Jun, 2024 12:07am

World

Muslims to cross Miqat as Hajj begins today

Mina valley is bracing for an influx of 2.5 million devout pilgrims

Published 14 Jun, 2024 12:29pm

World

Gaza war hangs over Hajj as pilgrims flock to Makkah

One of the world’s largest annual religious gatherings officially begins on Friday

Published 12 Jun, 2024 12:02pm

World

Saudi govt issues warning for hot weather to pilgrims

Temperatures are expected to reach as high as 48 degrees Celsius

Published 12 Jun, 2024 11:47am

Pakistan

PIA completes successful pre-hajj flight operations, says airline spokesperson

Final PIA flight operating as part of the pre-Hajj program departed from Karachi

Published 11 Jun, 2024 04:02pm

World

Saudi authorities set out Hajj guidelines

Hajj permit is the most crucial step before embarking on the journey

Published 11 Jun, 2024 12:21pm

Life & Style

Essential items for women pilgrims during Hajj season

Packing a travel bag for Hajj pilgrimage is different from normal trip

Published 10 Jun, 2024 10:38am

Life & Style

Hajj: Sania Mirza to embark on ‘journey of lifetime’

Former Indian tennis player urges people to keep her in their thoughts, prayers

Published 09 Jun, 2024 05:31pm

World

No place for ‘political slogans’ during Hajj: Saudi minister

Minister says Kingdom leadership committed to ensuring Hajj embodies ‘highest levels of devotion’

Updated 07 Jun, 2024 11:24pm

World

Expats to face fine, deportation to perform Hajj without permit

10,000 riyals will be imposed on any individual breaking the rule

Published 06 Jun, 2024 03:51pm

Pakistan

Pakistan reiterates call for Hajj pilgrims to take precautions against heatstroke

Weather forecast indicates 'humidity of 25%, rain close to zero, and maximum temperature of 44 degrees'

Published 06 Jun, 2024 03:29pm

World

Saudi Arabia warns of above-average heat during the Hajj

Last year more than 1.8 million Muslims took part in the Hajj, official figures show

Published 04 Jun, 2024 09:17pm

World

UAE tightens regulations on Hajj, Umrah services

Operators can be slapped with fines of up to 50,000 dirhams if they did not obtain prior approval before receiving requests

Published 27 May, 2024 02:57pm

World

Scorching temperatures forecast for Hajj

Saudi authorities are preparing for what they anticipate will be record numbers of pilgrims

Published 19 May, 2024 10:24am

World

Saudi Arabia upgrades 4,000km of roads for Hajj

This included resurfacing 158 kilometers of roads

Published 12 May, 2024 11:45am

World

Saudi Arabia gears up to receive over two million Hajj pilgrims

Hajj ministry assigns 3,500 staff members to cater to needs of pilgrims

Published 05 May, 2024 11:18am

Pakistan

Hajj pilgrims urged to ensure vaccination five days before departure

Says vaccination is mandatory requirement

Published 04 May, 2024 10:31pm

World

Saudi Arabia’s Fatwa council declares permit mandatory for Hajj

Calls for strict adherence to established regulations

Published 27 Apr, 2024 08:51pm

Pakistan

Registration of pilgrims under private Hajj scheme in progress: Ashrafi

Says certain private tour operators were offering Hajj packages at ‘more affordable rate’

Published 21 Apr, 2024 12:17am

Pakistan

Hajj flights in Pakistan to begin on May 9

Smartphones a must for all pilgrims, says ministry’s spokesperson

Updated 05 Apr, 2024 10:23pm

World

Saudi Arabia announces jail sentence for seeking donation during Hajj season

Authorities say violators could face up to seven-year prison time

Published 18 Feb, 2024 03:06pm

World

Saudi Arabia looks to air taxis for premium travel in Hajj

The kingdom's airline has already ordered 100 aircraft

Published 12 Jan, 2024 01:08pm

Pakistan

Ministry of religious affairs takes action against unregistered Hajj booking companies

The ministry denies allowing takaful companies to engage in Hajj and Umrah bookings

Published 10 Jan, 2024 07:08pm

World

Saudi Arabia officially opens Hajj applications

Applications will be accepted through the Nusuk application

Published 26 Dec, 2023 06:39pm

Pakistan

Pak Hajj App launched to facilitate pilgrims

Users will be provided with unique ID

Published 23 Dec, 2023 11:47am

Pakistan

Govt lifts 5-year ban on second Hajj for pilgrims

Application submission date for Hajj 2024 extended till Dec 22

Published 12 Dec, 2023 06:25pm

Pakistan

Govt authorised 15 banks to remain open on weekend for Hajj 2024 forms

Forms can be submitted till December 12 throughout the country

Published 08 Dec, 2023 08:18pm

Pakistan

Govt announces opening of Hajj 2024 applications from today

Around 89,605 Pakistanis will perform Hajj under the government scheme

Published 27 Nov, 2023 09:01pm