Indonesia braces for higher 2027 Hajj costs amid subsidy debate
Indonesia, the world's largest Hajj contingent, is preparing for higher 2027 pilgrimage costs as Saudi charges rise, reviving debate over how much the government should subsidise.
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India announces Haj Policy 2027 with 175,025 pilgrim quota
India has announced its Haj Policy for 2027, opening digital applications and confirming an expected quota of 175,025 pilgrims split between the Haj Committee of India and private operators.
Wego and Saudi Hajj Ministry launch unified Umrah booking platform
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has partnered with travel platform Wego to launch a single digital service integrating flights, hotels, transport and Umrah visa requests.
Pakistan's Hajj 2027 registrations pass 107,000 in first five days
More than 107,000 Pakistanis registered for Hajj 2027 in the first five days of the government's drive, with most choosing the government scheme, as the ministry runs a fully paperless digital operation.
Grand Mosque adds dedicated passages and transport for elderly pilgrims
The authority for the Two Holy Mosques has expanded services for elderly and disabled worshippers at the Grand Mosque, adding dedicated passages, electric transport for Tawaf and Sa'i, and accessible prayer areas.
Nusuk app adds zero-data access so pilgrims can navigate offline
Saudi Arabia has added zero-data offline access to the Nusuk app, letting pilgrims with a Saudi SIM use permits and in-mosque navigation without an internet connection, in cooperation with STC, Mobily and Zain.
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Saudi Arabia rejects Nigeria’s request for extra 2027 Hajj slots - Blueprint Newspapers
Saudi Arabia rejects Nigeria’s request for extra 2027 Hajj slots Blueprint Newspapers
2027 Hajj: Saudi Arabia declines Nigeria’s request for additional slots - Tribune Online
2027 Hajj: Saudi Arabia declines Nigeria’s request for additional slots Tribune Online
2027 Hajj: Saudi Arabia declines Nigeria’s request for additional slots - Tribune Online
2027 Hajj: Saudi Arabia declines Nigeria’s request for additional slots Tribune Online
2027 Hajj: Saudi Arabia rejects Nigeria’s request for more slots - Punch Newspapers
2027 Hajj: Saudi Arabia rejects Nigeria’s request for more slots Punch Newspapers
Makkah Mayoralty opens applications for Hajj 2027 catering contract - Saudi Gazette
Makkah Mayoralty opens applications for Hajj 2027 catering contract Saudi Gazette
First Hajj Flight from Malaysia Heads to Saudi Arabia under Makkah Route Initiative - spa.gov.sa
First Hajj Flight from Malaysia Heads to Saudi Arabia under Makkah Route Initiative spa.gov.sa