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Pakistan

PM Shehbaz: Pak-Saudi defence pact rooted in brotherhood and mutual trust

Premier hosts luncheon for visiting Saudi delegation led by Prince Mansour, vows stronger economic and defence cooperation

Published 09 Oct, 2025 12:04am

World

Saudi Arabia seizes around 7,000 motorcycles in nationwide crackdown on violations

Crackdown comes in order to tighten traffic laws

Published 16 Sep, 2025 10:14am

Pakistan

Second phase of Hajj applications begins: Expats can apply through relatives

Applications can be submitted online and at designated banks

Published 11 Aug, 2025 02:33pm

World

Saudi Arabia’s twin scouts dedicate themselves to serving pilgrims during Hajj 2025

Young volunteers exemplify spirit of service, fully integrating scouting into their lifestyle

Published 05 Jun, 2025 11:00am

World

Al-Sudais directs to reduce Friday sermons

Prayer intervals to protect pilgrims from heat, overcrowding during Hajj

Published 28 May, 2025 08:48am

World

Madinah opens dedicated dialysis section for Pilgrims

Team of medical professionals ensures highest standards of safety, efficiency, patient care

Published 22 May, 2025 06:19pm

Pakistan

Sardar Yousaf for immediate delivery of Nusuk Cards to intending pilgrims

Nusuk Cards initiative based on data provided by PITB

Published 14 May, 2025 09:50am

World

Fact Check: Viral video shows woman slapping Saudi security officer at Prophet’s Mosque

The security official responds by slapping her back as others intervene

Updated 29 Mar, 2025 09:04pm

Life & Style

Your guide to registration for Aitekaf at grand mosques in Makkah, Madinah

Religious practice observed in last 10 days of Ramazan

Published 03 Mar, 2025 01:48pm

World

Saudi Arabia allows foreigners to invest in firms with property in Makkah, Medina

Saudi Arabia aims to welcome 30 million pilgrims for Haj

Published 27 Jan, 2025 03:42pm

World

Severe rainfall causes flooding, traffic disruptions in Saudi Arabia

Jeddah Mayoralty has mobilized over 4,000 personnel to manage traffic flow

Published 07 Jan, 2025 02:36pm

Pakistan

Heavy rain hits Madinah and surrounding region

Met department has issued a red alert for heavy rain in both Jeddah, Mecca

Published 06 Jan, 2025 09:30am

World

Restriction on nawafil in Riyad ul-Jannah lifted

All visitors can obtain a new permit every 20 minutes using the Nusuk mobile app

Published 05 Jan, 2025 02:22pm

World

Free luggage storage facility launched for Umrah pilgrims in Makkah

Pilgrims can utilize this service by presenting their permits via the Nusuk app

Published 27 Dec, 2024 12:00pm

World

Holy mosques in Makkah, Medina condemn remarks by Indian figure Yati Narsinghanand

The administration urged the international organizations to take measures against this

Updated 08 Oct, 2024 05:26pm

World

Simultaneous adhan announced for Mecca and Medina

Adhan in Mecca and Medina is announced with a difference of about 10 minutes

Published 27 Sep, 2024 01:40pm

World

New museum and park to use techonology to recount stories of prophets

Museum and park offer a unique blend of architectural beauty and historical immersion

Published 05 Sep, 2024 10:18am

Pakistan

PIA announces 30% fare cut for flights from Karachi to Jeddah, Madinah

Revised fares have already been implemented

Published 20 Aug, 2024 11:15am

Sports

Hajj 2024: Pakistani pilgrim couple welcomes a baby boy

The joyful event took place in the holy city of Medina

Published 05 Jul, 2024 11:59am

World

Madinah makes preparations to welcome pilgrims

Govt agencies and private sector are also involved in this process

Published 19 Jun, 2024 09:39am

Pakistan

Saudi Arabia implements new visitor guidelines for Roza-e-Rasool

Visitors must also comply with specific entry instructions

Published 27 May, 2024 06:45pm

World

Pilgrims can learn about capacity status of Prophet’s Mosque via online app

The app will highlight crowd in different places of Madinah’s mosque

Published 17 Mar, 2024 11:18am

World

Madinah’s historic Salman Al Farsi well reopens to pilgrims and tourists

Saudi authorities preserve the well in original condition

Published 13 Mar, 2024 10:42am

World

Saudi Arabia issues guidelines for minor Umrah pilgrims

Adults advised to teach children to keep quiet in Khaan-e-Kaaba

Published 25 Feb, 2024 01:04pm

World

Saudia Arabia bans serving iftar inside mosques

Imams barred from collecting donations to serve iftar

Published 23 Feb, 2024 06:24pm

World

Saudi govt allows performing nikkah at two holiest sites in Makkah, Medina

Attendees of the ceremony required to respect sanctity of the mosques

Published 27 Jan, 2024 06:31pm

World

Madinah’s guides can now facilitate people in six languages

Madinah Guideline Centre will solve queries of people in their language

Published 19 Jan, 2024 11:30am

World

Indian minister pays historic visit to Madina

Smriti Irani has been known to make anti-muslim remarks in the past

Updated 09 Jan, 2024 05:33pm

World

Saudi authorities close 330 hotels, apartments in Makkah and Medina

Ministry inspected 2,000 facilities in holy cities

Published 05 Jan, 2024 11:18am

World

Saudi govt urges facemasks at Islam’s holiest sites amid new Covid-19 variant

The kingdom expects around 10 million Muslims for upcoming Umrah season

Published 01 Jan, 2024 09:12pm