If you're planning to perform Hajj, it's important to know that the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has made it clear: you can only do so if you book through the official platforms that issue ...

Out of the 90,830 pilgrims who were initially set to travel under the private scheme, only 23,620 will be able to perform Hajj. However, a total of 50,500 Pakistani pilgrims will travel to Saudi ...

The "Smart Book of Hajj Rituals" initiative aims to educate pilgrims about the rules and rites of Hajj. REUTERS/Umit Bektas Cairo: Saudi Arabia has unveiled a smart guide in several languages for ...

With the Hajj pilgrimage around the corner, Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended the issuance of certain visas to citizens of 14 countries, including India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. The ban on ...

Saudi Arabia has implemented a strict entry ban to Makkah for expatriates without valid Hajj permits, effective April 23, 2025. This measure aims to streamline the pilgrimage, enhance crowd ...