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hajj 22 Aug 2026

Saudi Hajj Ministry launches contest to design better pilgrim umbrellas

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has opened a design challenge inviting innovators to develop safer, more effective umbrellas to shield pilgrims from the sun.

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hajj 22 Aug 2026

Egypt opens 2027 Hajj registration with lottery and NGO tracks

Egypt has opened registration for the 2027 Hajj season through its official lottery and a separate track for members of civil society organisations, with tight eligibility rules and deadlines in late August.

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saudi 22 Aug 2026

Saudi Arabia tightens Hajj 2027 accommodation standards

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Tourism has approved updated licensing, classification and inspection rules for pilgrim accommodation in Makkah and Madinah ahead of the 2027 Hajj season.

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hajj 21 Aug 2026

India releases first Hajj 2027 waiting list of 6,864 pilgrims

The Haj Committee of India has named 6,864 applicants in its first Hajj 2027 waiting list, giving them until 30 August 2026 to pay Rs 1,52,300 and confirm their seats.

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saudi 21 Aug 2026

Saudi Arabia sets SR100,000 fine for firms not reporting overstayers

Saudi Public Security has warned that Hajj and Umrah companies face fines of up to SR100,000 for failing to report pilgrims who overstay, with the penalty rising for each unreported case.

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hajj 21 Aug 2026