Pakistan Says Hajj 2027 Bookings May Close Within Two Months
Pakistan has advised prospective pilgrims to obtain passports now, saying Hajj 2027 bookings could close within two months as Saudi Arabia begins early preparations for next year's season.
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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.
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.
From Around the Web (Page 66 of 152)
Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice
Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice Al Jazeera
Another Ghanaian pilgrim dies in Saudi Arabia during Hajj - Graphic Online
Another Ghanaian pilgrim dies in Saudi Arabia during Hajj Graphic Online
Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice
The sacred holiday coincides with Hajj, drawing over 1.7 million pilgrims seeking spiritual fulfilment in Saudi Arabia.
Defected Sudanese RSF commander Savannah performs Hajj in Mecca - Middle East Eye
Defected Sudanese RSF commander Savannah performs Hajj in Mecca Middle East Eye
Saudi Arabia says 1.7 million pilgrims performed Hajj this year - Middle East Monitor
Saudi Arabia says 1.7 million pilgrims performed Hajj this year Middle East Monitor
Pilgrims ‘stone the devil’ at hajj gripped by intense heat - Kuwait Times
Pilgrims ‘stone the devil’ at hajj gripped by intense heat Kuwait Times