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Last updated: 9 May 2026, 1:17 PM (Saudi time)
A spiritual guide to maintaining the transformation of Hajj after returning home: seven daily habits (prayer, Quran, charity, righteous company, abandoning sins, istighfar), signs of an accepted Hajj, and the Prophetic duas for the returning pilgrim.
Middle East airspace closures force Hajj 2026 flight rerouting, adding costs. India imposes USD 100 surcharge on 100,000+ pilgrims after negotiating down airline demands of USD 300-400.
A complete money guide for Hajj 2026: Saudi Riyal rates, cash vs cards, ATM and exchange options ranked by rate, personal budget of GBP 500-1,500 beyond your package, security tips, and tipping culture.
A practical guide to mobile connectivity for Hajj 2026: free SIM cards for Pakistan and India pilgrims, eSIM recommendations, coverage at each holy site, data needs (5-20GB), essential apps, and battery-saving tips.
A complete guide to menstruation during Hajj 2026: what women can and cannot do, the Tawaf al-Ifadah vs Tawaf al-Wada' distinction, Sa'i rulings across the four madhabs, period delay medication, and practical tips.
A practical food and nutrition guide for Hajj 2026: what to eat in Makkah and Mina, snacks to pack, a nutrition strategy for the Hajj days, special dietary needs, and the Sunnah of moderate eating.
Pakistan’s prime minister Imran Khan performs Umrah at Grand Mosque in Makkah Arab News
Military-trained Saudi women guards guide Umrah pilgrims in Makkah in Ramadan Arab News
Military-trained Saudi women guards guide Umrah pilgrims in Makkah in Ramadan Arab News
Saudi Arabia: Vaccine required to enter Prophet’s Mosque, permit needed for Umrah Arab News
Saudi Arabia expands capacity, allows Umrah for vaccinated pilgrims in Ramadan Arab News
Kingdom resumes ticket sales for Makkah and Madinah high speed train arabnews.jp