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hajj 2d ago

Bangladesh Sets September 26 Deadline for Hajj 2027 Registration

Bangladesh has released its Hajj 2027 roadmap, requiring pilgrims to register by September 26, 2026, with visas issued from January 28 and flights from April 8, 2027.

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makkah 2d ago

Saudi Teams Replace Kaaba's Kiswah for the New Hijri Year

Saudi specialists are carrying out the final stages of replacing the Kaaba's Kiswah, the embroidered black silk covering, in the annual operation that marks the start of the new Hijri year.

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hajj 3d ago

Mashair Metro and Haramain Rail Moved Millions During Hajj 2026

Saudi Arabia's rail network carried millions of pilgrims during Hajj 2026, with the Mashair Metro shuttling worshippers between the holy sites and the Haramain high-speed line linking Makkah, Madinah and Jeddah.

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umrah 3d ago

Saudi Arabia Sets 1448 AH Umrah Deadlines and Visa Entry Rules

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has set the key dates for the 1448 AH Umrah season and reminded pilgrims that visa holders must now enter the Kingdom within a shorter window after issuance.

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umrah 3d ago

Over 11.2 Million Performed Umrah in Final Quarter of 2025

Saudi statistics show more than 11.2 million pilgrims performed Umrah in the fourth quarter of 2025, split almost evenly between visitors from abroad and worshippers already inside the Kingdom.

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makkah 3d ago

Makkah Approves First International Airport, Metro Plan Advances

Saudi Arabia has approved its first international airport for Makkah and advanced plans for a city metro, aiming to give pilgrims direct access and ease congestion under Vision 2030.

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