Saudi Arabia Launches AI 'Roya' Platform for the Holy Sites
Saudi Arabia's KACST and Public Security have launched the AI-powered Roya platform to monitor crowd density, heat, and security across the holy sites during Hajj and Umrah.
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Saudi Arabia Boosts Hajj Environmental Inspections by 145%
Saudi Arabia's National Center for Environmental Compliance reported a 145 percent rise in Hajj inspections in 2026, using satellite imagery and AI to monitor air, noise and waste across the holy sites.
Indonesia Plans 2027 Hajj Early to Counter Rising Fuel Costs
Indonesia has begun planning its 2027 Hajj operation and reviewing 2028, with rising aviation fuel prices driving an early search for cost-control measures in the world's largest Hajj-sending country.
Hajj 2027 Preparations Begin as Saudi Sets May 2027 Dates
Saudi Arabia has issued its Hajj 2027 Preparation Document, with the pilgrimage expected in mid-May 2027, prompting national Hajj bodies including the Haj Committee of India to advise pilgrims to ready their passports.
Saudi Arabia Makes Training Mandatory for Hajj 2027 Service Staff
Saudi Arabia will require all foreign personnel in external Hajj affairs offices to complete a compulsory training programme before receiving 2027 Hajj visas, alongside a new integrated service model and priority accommodation booking window.
Makkah Awards SAR2 Billion Contract for East Hindawiyah District
The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites has awarded a SAR2 billion contract to develop the 235,000 square metre East Hindawiyah District near the Grand Mosque as a mixed-use urban hub.
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Saudi Arabia announces end of Hajj season with over 1.7M pilgrims in 2026 - Anadolu Ajansı
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Post-Hajj return flights begin tonight as rituals ends in Makkah - dailycountrytodaybd.com
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Makkah Deputy Governor Announces Success of 1447 AH Hajj Season - وكالة الأنباء السعودية
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Hajj 1447 AH / 2026 AD: Mr. Belmehdi Participates in the Annual Reception Hosted by the Saudi Crown Prince - الإذاعة الجزائرية |
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Eid and sacrifice in Gaza
Eid al-Adha in Gaza this year marked the third Eid in a row without animal sacrifice or Hajj.