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saudi 8 Sep 2026

Flyadeal launches direct Madinah-Karachi flights for pilgrims

Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal has launched twice-weekly direct flights between Madinah and Karachi, giving Pakistani pilgrims a nonstop route to the city of the Prophet's Mosque.

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makkah 8 Sep 2026

Grand Mosque targets status as one of world's smartest sites by 2030

Saudi Arabia is expanding digital systems at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, aiming to make it one of the world's smartest sites by 2030, with smart mobility, digital iftar management, the Rafed platform and interactive mapping.

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hajj 8 Sep 2026

Nigeria sets 26 September deadline for Hajj 2027 registration

Nigeria's NAHCON has reaffirmed 26 September 2026 as the Hajj 2027 registration deadline, with about 50,000 slots allocated, a Saudi MoU expected in November and five airlines approved to airlift pilgrims.

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umrah 8 Sep 2026

Saudi ministry launches Know Your Rights guide in 14 languages

The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has published a Legal Awareness Guide in 14 languages and launched a Know Your Rights campaign covering accommodation, transport, catering and complaint procedures for pilgrims.

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saudi 8 Sep 2026

Saudi Ministry expands AI tools to guide Hajj and Umrah pilgrims

The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is expanding artificial intelligence for pilgrims, including the multilingual Nusuk AI assistant and a Digital Mutawwif that guides the rites and counts Tawaf and Sa'i rounds.

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hajj 7 Sep 2026

UAE opens Hajj 2027 registration for citizens from September 14

The UAE will open Hajj 2027 registration for citizens from September 14 to 25, 2026 through the Awqaf authority, with automated screening and approved names expected by October 9.

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