How Makkah keeps summer Umrah pilgrims cool at the Grand Mosque
As summer Umrah arrivals climb, Makkah's Grand Mosque relies on a 155,000-ton cooling system, 400-plus misting stations and heat-reflective roads to protect pilgrims from extreme heat.
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1,700 artefacts found at Al Juhfah, a historic Hajj miqat
Saudi Arabia's Heritage Commission has uncovered more than 1,700 artefacts at Miqat Al Juhfah, a historic Hajj station and miqat, offering new insight into early Islamic pilgrimage routes.
Pakistan Hajj registrations pass 340,000 under new four-year plan
Over 340,000 Pakistanis have registered online to perform Hajj between 2027 and 2030 under the country's first multi-year pilgrimage framework, with most applicants choosing the government scheme.
Health and vaccine requirements every Umrah pilgrim must meet in 2026
Umrah pilgrims in 2026 must meet Saudi vaccination requirements, led by the mandatory meningococcal ACWY vaccine, with polio and yellow fever shots required for travellers from certain countries. Health advisers urge starting preparations six to eight weeks before travel.
Saudi ministry launches multilingual Umrah and Visit Guide in 16 languages
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has released a digital Umrah and Visit Guide in sixteen languages on haj.gov.sa, offering step-by-step instructions, interactive maps and links to official services for pilgrims.
Saudi Arabia sets new pilgrim safety rules for 1448 Umrah season
Saudi Arabia has rolled out new safety regulations for the 1448 AH Umrah season, including color-coded digital crowd boards, marked pedestrian paths, prohibited-conduct rules, and designated prayer areas for elderly pilgrims.
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India sets up control room in Makkah for stranded Umrah pilgrims | Tap to know more | Inshorts - Inshorts
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Grand Mosque Imam Addresses Guests of King's Umrah Program at Orientation Session in Makkah - وكالة الأنباء السعودية
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Flights still operating, but Umrah enquiries dip: How Riyadh attacks are affecting pilgrim travel - Gulf Business
Flights still operating, but Umrah enquiries dip: How Riyadh attacks are affecting pilgrim travel Gulf Business
India Opens Additional Control Room In Makkah To Assist Umrah Pilgrims Amid Flight Disruptions - The Global Kashmir
India Opens Additional Control Room In Makkah To Assist Umrah Pilgrims Amid Flight Disruptions The Global Kashmir
Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia: UAE Umrah operators report 50% drop in new bookings - Khaleej Times
Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia: UAE Umrah operators report 50% drop in new bookings Khaleej Times