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Last updated: 7 May 2026, 1:02 PM (Saudi time)
Nearly 37,000 Pakistani pilgrims have reached Saudi Arabia as direct Jeddah flights begin May 4. A global overview of arrivals from Indonesia, India, Iraq, Sudan, and Nigeria ahead of the expected May 25-30 Hajj dates.
A step-by-step guide to booking a Rawdah visit in Madinah through the Nusuk app during Hajj 2026, including tips for securing a slot, women's hours, and etiquette inside the sacred space.
Saudi Arabia has deployed 22,000 municipal workers, 33,000 buses, mobile labs, and the world's largest road survey fleet for Hajj 2026, alongside a first-ever cybersecurity drill protecting digital infrastructure.
A comprehensive guide to the Day of Arafah during Hajj 2026 - the most important day of the pilgrimage. Covers timing, duas, spiritual significance, and practical tips to maximise worship.
A practical emergency guide for pilgrims separated from their group during Hajj 2026, covering immediate steps, prevention, available help resources, and what to do if you lose your passport.
A practical packing guide for first-time Hajj 2026 pilgrims covering the essential items veterans swear by - from UV umbrellas and power banks to blister prevention and the triple-copy document rule.
Flynas deploys six Airbus aircraft for 2026 Hajj operation in Nigeria MSN
Hajj 2026: Pilgrims Warned Of Strict Banned Items Rules In Saudi Arabia curlytales.com
Saudi Arabia's early Hajj 2026 visa explained: Deadlines, vaccines, biometric rules, 8 things pilgrims need to know MSN
2026 Hajj: Oyo pilgrims board holds second zonal orientation Tribune Online
SUPKEM confirms all Kenyan pilgrims ready for Hajj 2026 after key approvals secured The Eastleigh Voice
SUPKEM confirms all Kenyan pilgrims ready for Hajj 2026 after key approvals secured The Eastleigh Voice