Grand Mosque expansion advances as King Salman Gate takes shape
Saudi Arabia is advancing major expansion works at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, raising capacity toward 1.85 million worshippers, alongside the vast new King Salman Gate project.
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Saudi Arabia unveils major service reforms for Hajj 2027 season
Saudi Arabia has begun early preparations for the 1448 AH Hajj, introducing integrated service packages, mandatory staff training and a restructured three-tier package system.
Saudi Arabia launches one-year multiple-entry Umrah visa
Saudi Arabia has introduced a multiple-entry Umrah visa valid for 365 days, allowing repeat visits within a one-year window and a combined stay of up to 90 days.
Egypt opens 2027 Hajj lottery applications as government begins early preparations
Egypt's Interior Ministry will receive Hajj al-Qura lottery applications for the 2027 season from 12 to 27 August 2026, as Prime Minister Madbouly orders early completion of travel, accommodation and medical arrangements.
Saudi Arabia sets SR100,000 fine for firms that fail to report overstaying pilgrims
Saudi Public Security has warned that Hajj and Umrah service companies face fines of up to SAR100,000 for failing to promptly report pilgrims who overstay their authorised period, with the penalty rising by the number of unreported cases.
Indonesia proposes higher 2027 Hajj cost with 60:40 subsidy split
Indonesia has proposed raising its 2027 Hajj cost to about Rp107.34 million per pilgrim and shifting to a 60:40 subsidy split, with the government fund covering 60 percent and pilgrims 40 percent.
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Makkah Health Cluster ready for Hajj with 10 hospitals and 82 health centers - Arab News
Makkah Health Cluster ready for Hajj with 10 hospitals and 82 health centers Arab News
Hajj, the National Mosque and the National Cathedral: Separating Faith, Fact and Public Money - Modern Ghana
Hajj, the National Mosque and the National Cathedral: Separating Faith, Fact and Public Money Modern Ghana
Hajj 2027 registration for UAE pilgrims opens today - thenationalnews.com
Hajj 2027 registration for UAE pilgrims opens today thenationalnews.com
2027 Hajj: Lagos seeks additional slots for pilgrims to Saudi Arabia - Blueprint Newspapers
2027 Hajj: Lagos seeks additional slots for pilgrims to Saudi Arabia Blueprint Newspapers
Kaiser Hamid performs Umrah with daughter Karina’s passport - observerbd.com
Kaiser Hamid performs Umrah with daughter Karina’s passport observerbd.com
Heavy rain falls over the Kaaba in Mecca
Heavy rain and thunderstorms hit Mecca creating dramatic scenes as worshippers prayed at the Grand Mosque.