Latest updates from top global and Saudi news sources
Last updated: 9 May 2026, 2:34 AM (Saudi time)
Pakistan launches a digital scorecard system allowing 119,000 pilgrims to rate their 1,378 Hajj assistants via QR codes, with penalties including deportation for persistent negligence.
Saudi Ministry of Health has published a free Hajj health guide in 8 languages covering heat prevention, respiratory infections, food safety, first aid, and advice for high-risk groups.
A study presented at the EGU General Assembly shows the 2024 Hajj breached human survivability limits for four hours. While Hajj 2026 will be cooler, the research warns of future risks from climate change.
A structured week-by-week preparation checklist for Hajj 2026 pilgrims covering documents, medical, packing, spiritual preparation, and key dates from now until the Hajj begins on May 25.
A complete practical guide to performing Tawaf at the Ka'bah during Hajj 2026, covering the seven circuits, dua, Black Stone etiquette, crowd management, and common mistakes to avoid.
Saudi police arrested suspects with forged Hajj permits as the Interior Ministry confirms penalties of up to 7 years prison and 5 million SAR for Hajj fraud operations. Translated from Arabic sources.
Saudi Arabia: All visit visas barred from Hajj access Gulf News
Pakistan launches Hajj flights as Lahore sends first ‘Makkah Route’ pilgrims to Saudi Arabia Arab News
Saudia launches first Hajj flight from Dhaka; ‘Makkah Route’ eases pilgrims’ journey The Bangladesh Monitor
First batches of pilgrims land in Madinah and Jeddah as international arrivals commence for Hajj 2026 Saudi Gazette
First batches of pilgrims land in Madinah and Jeddah as international arrivals commence for Hajj 2026 Saudi Gazette
5,613 Hajj pilgrims depart for Saudi Arabia Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)