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hajj 20 Jun 2026

Pakistan Approves Private Hajj Policy 2027-2030 With Major Reforms

Pakistan's federal cabinet has approved a Private Hajj Policy for 2027-2030, replacing quotas with a performance-based, fully digital and cashless system.

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umrah 20 Jun 2026

Saudi Arabia Automates Umrah Contracting Through Masar Nusuk Platform

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a digital contracting service on the Masar Nusuk platform to automate agreements with external agents and service providers for the 1448 AH Umrah season.

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hajj 20 Jun 2026

Saudi Arabia Enforces Strict Health Eligibility Rules for Hajj

Saudi Arabia is enforcing strict health eligibility rules for Hajj, barring pilgrims with serious chronic conditions and requiring proof that applicants can perform the rituals independently.

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makkah 20 Jun 2026

Saudi Arabia Builds Mecca Waste City to Serve Pilgrims for 60 Years

Saudi Arabia has begun building an 8.5 million square metre waste processing city south of Mecca, designed to meet the holy city's environmental needs and serve millions of pilgrims for up to 60 years.

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saudi 20 Jun 2026

Archaeologists Uncover 1,700 Artefacts at Al Juhfah Hajj Station

Saudi Arabia's Heritage Commission has uncovered more than 1,700 artefacts at Miqat Al Juhfah, a historic station on the ancient Hajj route to Mecca, shedding light on early Islamic pilgrimage networks.

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umrah 20 Jun 2026

Summer Umrah Returns: Staying Safe in Makkah's Heat in 1448

As the 1448 Umrah season opens, pilgrims face summer heat above 40C in Makkah. Sensible timing, hydration, and use of cooling infrastructure keep the rites safe.

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