Saudi Arabia welcomes over 931,000 Umrah pilgrims in 2026 surge
Saudi Arabia has welcomed more than 931,500 Umrah pilgrims so far in 2026, a 22.5 percent rise on the same period last year, led by visitors from Pakistan, Indonesia and Iraq.
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Saudi Arabia sets SR100,000 fine for firms hiding overstaying pilgrims
Saudi Public Security has announced fines of up to SR100,000 for Hajj and Umrah firms that fail to report pilgrims who remain in the Kingdom beyond their authorised stay.
Nusuk platform passes 51 million users as digital pilgrimage grows
The Nusuk platform has surpassed 51 million users worldwide and now uses AI to alert pilgrims when crowd density at the Grand Mosque and Rawdah is low.
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.
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.
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Tinubu departs Abuja for Makkah to pray for Nigeria - The Sun Nigeria
Tinubu departs Abuja for Makkah to pray for Nigeria The Sun Nigeria
Tinubu departs Abuja for Makkah to pray for Nigeria - Vanguard News
Tinubu departs Abuja for Makkah to pray for Nigeria Vanguard News
JUST IN: Tinubu to depart Abuja for Makkah to pray for Nigeria - Tribune Online
JUST IN: Tinubu to depart Abuja for Makkah to pray for Nigeria Tribune Online
Indonesia urges umrah pilgrims to avoid Malaysia, Singapore transit flights to Mecca - Sinar Daily
Indonesia urges umrah pilgrims to avoid Malaysia, Singapore transit flights to Mecca Sinar Daily
Best photos of October 27: Israelis voting in national elections to Muslims performing Umrah in Makkah - The National
Best photos of October 27: Israelis voting in national elections to Muslims performing Umrah in Makkah The National
Deputy Minister Confirms Safe Conditions in Saudi Arabia for Umrah - Kompas.com
Deputy Minister Confirms Safe Conditions in Saudi Arabia for Umrah Kompas.com