Hajj (Pilgrimage to Mecca) News Monitoring

Malaysian disabled pilgrims receive essential support during haj

MECCA: Disabled pilgrims from Malaysia could perform essential haj rituals with the assistance of companions provided, says Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar. He said this during his visit to …

Pilgrims in Mina as hajj begins

MAKKAH: More than a million pilgrims joined Islam’s most important rite as the hajj kicked off on Wednesday. With temperatures expected to top 40 degrees Celsius, robed pilgrims slowly circled the Kaaba — the black cube at the heart of Makkah’s Grand …

Over 1.5 million international pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

Over 1.5 million international pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for this year's Hajj, according to a government spokesperson on Wednesday. Hajj, one of Islam’s Five Pillars, is a mandatory religious duty for Muslims who are financially and …

Hajj 2025 LIVE: Muslim pilgrims pray at Mount Arafat

Watch live as Muslim pilgrims performing the Hajj arrive at Mount Arafat, a rocky hill southeast of Mecca that holds immense significance in Islam. Arafat is where the Prophet Muhammad is said to have given his last sermon on his final Hajj. Read more here …

1.4m pilgrims begin annual Haj rituals

MORE than a million pilgrims joined Islam’s most important rite under a beating sun yesterday, as the annual Haj pilgrimage started in Saudi Arabia. With temperatures expected to top 40C, robed pilgrims slowly circled the Kaaba at the heart of Mecca’s …

Muslim pilgrims pray at Mount Arafat in hajj apex

Muslim pilgrims prayed atop Mount Arafat on Thursday during the high point of the annual hajj pilgrimage, as Saudi officials called on participants to refrain from being outside during the hottest hours of the day. Thousands of pilgrims were beginning to …

World News | More Than 1.5 Million Foreign Pilgrims Are in Saudi Arabia for the Hajj

Arafat (Saudi Arabia), Jun 4 (AP) More than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims are in Saudi Arabia for this year's Hajj, a government spokesperson said Wednesday. Hajj is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, a religious obligation involving rituals and acts of …

Hajj 2025: Why Saudi Arabia stopped nearly 2.7 lakh Muslims from entering Mecca

Muslims from across the globe have gathered in Saudi Arabia’s Mecca for Hajj, one of the Five Pillars of Islam. Over the next few days, they will take part in rituals and prayers that have been followed for more than 1,400 years. Meanwhile, Saudi …

Anass Sabit: Beyond Hajj – My spiritual journey in Mecca reveals Islam’s “lesser” pilgrimage, Umrah

While the world watches the annual Hajj pilgrimage, a quieter but equally profound spiritual journey unfolds daily in Islam’s holiest city. I came to experience Umrah – the "lesser pilgrimage" – guided by Ghanaian Islamic scholar Dr. Al Hadir …

Over 1m pilgrims begin ‘hajj’ under blazing sun

More than 1 million pilgrims yesterday joined Islam’s most important rite under a beating sun, as the hajj started with the Saudi Arabian hosts scrambling to avoid last year’s more than 1,000 deaths in sweltering heat. With temperatures expected to top 40° …

Hajj: 62 airlines run 3,314 flights from 238 cities

Meanwhile, Saad Al Shanbari, spokesperson for the Hajj Communications and Technology System, announced that 4G and 5G network coverage across Mecca, Medina, and the holy sites has reached 99%, driving a 10% year-on-year increase in internet speed to 264 …

Over 1.5 Million Muslims Arrive in Mecca as Hajj Begins Under Heat Precautions and Strict Security

According to the Saudi Ministry of Hajj, over 1.5 million pilgrims from outside the kingdom are taking part this year. Enhanced heat safety protocols have been implemented following last year’s deaths, when temperatures soared to 51.8°C. Iraqi pilgrim Alaa …

Today’s Hajj pilgrimage is limited to Mecca and Medina. It used to include Palestine, too.

This week, an estimated 1.8 million Muslims have left their homes from all over the world to embark on the Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca. These worshipers will continue a tradition that spans over a millennium. But with the …

GCB Bank to launch special ‘Hajj Account’ as part of inclusive financial offerings

GCB Bank PLC has announced plans to launch a new savings product tailored specifically for Muslim customers aiming to undertake the holy pilgrimage to Mecca. The announcement was made by the Executive Head of Retail Banking, Mr Sina Kamagate, during a …

Hajj 2025: How Saudi Arabia harnesses AI to transform pilgrim experience in 35 languages

Hajj 2025: More than two million Muslim pilgrims from 180 nations converge on Mecca for the Hajj 2025 beginning Wednesday, 4 June. Authorities in Saudi Arabia have placed cutting-edge AI translation tools at the core of a pilgrimage built on clarity, …

Muslim pilgrims walk on a road in Mina near Islam's holy city of Mecca on June 4, 2025, ahead of the Mount Arafat ...

Over 1.6 mln Muslims performing Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca in 2025

DUBAI, June 5. /TASS/. The number of people taking the Hajj pilgrimage to the Saudi city of Mecca this year stands at over 1.6. mln, about 100,000 more than in 2024, Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for Statistics said in a statement. "The …

Muslims Gathers in the City of Mecca for the Hajj

June 4, 2025 Hour: 2:44 pm Muslims from around the world are gathering in the Saudi Arabian city of Mecca for the annual Hajj, one of the Five Pillars of Islam. Over the coming days, they will immerse themselves in religious rituals and acts of worship …

Hajj 2025: Key Saudi Rules and Penalties Every Pilgrim Must Know

As the annual Hajj pilgrimage draws closer, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has announced a series of strict penalties. The strict measures will be used to stop anyone from taking part in the Islamic pilgrimage without permission. The purpose of the …

DevLand Academy Brings Free Coding and Innovative Learning to Every Child

DevLand Academy launches free coding classes and an arcade—empowering kids with tech skills for finance, AI, and more. Every child gets a chance! LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, June 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Folks, today we have the …

University of Khalsa Launches in California to Unite Faith, Education, Research, and Global Leadership

The nonprofit university begins virtually, with plans for a California campus offering graduate education rooted in Sikh values and global engagement. SRI AMRITSAR SAHIB JI, PUNJAB, INDIA, June 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landmark …

Brick and Mortar Company B.A.M Unveils AI-Powered Building Health Monitoring System

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the global construction sector faces a pivotal shift toward sustainable practices and smart infrastructure, Brick and Mortar Company B.A.M, a Miami-based firm, is at the forefront of …

U.S. Travel Restriction on Sierra Leone – Separating Facts from Fictions

Travel Restrictions on Sierra Leone: What Facts are Saying FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE, June 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In keeping with his July 2024 campaign promise to restore the travel ban and refugee admission into the United States upon …

Keukenapparaatgids.nl Lanceert Onafhankelijke Gidsen Voor Koffiemachines en Keukenapparatuur

Keukenapparaatgids.nl biedt eerlijke reviews, koopgidsen en praktische tips voor koffieliefhebbers en keukenapparaatgebruikers. AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, June 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Keukenapparaatgids.nl, een nieuwe Nederlandse website gericht op …

American Management University Takes First Steps Towards Accreditation with ACBSP and IACBE Memberships

American Management University's recent acceptance into educational membership with ACBSP and IACBE shows strategic commitment to rigorous academic standards PARIS, PARIS, FRANCE, June 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American Management …

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From Messy Moments to Meaningful Memories: 'Once Upon an Amateur Mom' is a Tribute to Mothers Everywhere

New Book "Once Upon an Amateur Mom" Shares Wit, Wisdom, and Wonder from Everyday Parenting SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With heart, humor, and honesty, author Renee Thomas Hawkley returns with …

Music Historian Dr. Don Cusic Delivers Definitive Biography of Chet Atkins

NOW AVAILABLE - “Chet Atkins: Mr. Guitar,” A Landmark Exploration of One of America's Most Influential Musical Figures NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A pivotal figure in American music history finally …

Barakat + Bossa Recognized in Chambers and Partners USA 2025 Guide

CORAL GABLES, FL, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Barakat + Bossa is pleased to announce that it has been selected for the third consecutive year in Chambers USA 2025 in the category of Litigation: General Commercial: Highly …

Higher Ed Coalition Urges Trump Administration to Immediately Reverse Actions on Intl. Student Visas

The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges has joined leading higher education organizations to reverse actions on intl. student visas. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Association …

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The Business Research Company's Agri Natural Enemy Pest Control Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global agri natural …

International Solar Alliance to Host Sixth Regional Committee Meeting for Europe & Others Region in Brussels

The event will focus on Elevating the European Region’s Role in the Global Solar Transition BRUSSELS, DELHI, BELGIUM, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Solar Alliance (ISA) will convene the Sixth Regional Committee Meeting ( …

Global Agricultural Fumigants Market Growth: Projected To Reach $3.7Billion By 2029 With An Impressive 9.6% CAGR

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100 Women in Finance Celebrates Luxembourg Launch with Industry Gathering

With the launch of its 33rd global location in Luxembourg, 100 Women in Finance expands its footprint and advances its mission to empower women in finance. LUXEMBOURG, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 100 Women in Finance (100WF), a global …

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Der 33. Weltkongress der IASP kehrt zum 65. Jubiläum globalen Engagements in der Suizidprävention nach Wien zurück

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IASP 33rd World Congress Returns to Vienna to Mark 65 Years of Global Suicide Prevention Leadership

IASP will host its 33rd World Congress in Vienna, Austria, from 10–13 June 2025, marking a significant milestone: the organisation’s 65th anniversary. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, June 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IASP 33rd World Congress …