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Saudi Arabia Opens Early Visa Applications For Hajj 2026
Preparations for Hajj 2026 began as early as June 2025, when planning documents were sent to offices worldwide that manage travel for this holy pilgrimage.
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In Pics: Millions Gather In Mecca As Hajj 2025 Begins
The annual hajj pilgrimage, one of the five pillars of Islam, will start on Wednesday with over one million Muslims from around the world expected to take part.
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Saudi Readies For "Worst Case Scenario" In Sweltering Hajj
Near a sprawling tent city outside Mecca, Saudi hospital staff are preparing for a flood of heat-related cases as Muslim pilgrims begin hajj this week in sweltering summer temperatures.
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Understanding The Hajj Pilgrimage - One Of The 5 Pillars Of Islam
Over a million Muslims from across the world will arrive in the sacred city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia this week and head to the Kaaba - the 'House of Allah' - to fulfill a crucial part of their pilgrimage - the Hajj, considered essential in Islam.
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Hajj Disasters: Stampedes, Infernos And A Bloody Siege
The hajj to Mecca in Saudi Arabia has in recent decades been plagued by deadly disasters, from stampedes to terror attacks.
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Eid Ul-Adha 2025: When Will The Dhu al-Hijjah Crescent Moon Be Sighted In Saudi Arabia?
Eid Ul-Adha 2025: The crescent moon sighting determines the beginning of the holy month and sets the dates for Eid ul-Adha and the Hajj pilgrimage.
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Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia Announces Fines Up To Rs 4.5 Lakh For These Violations
This year, Hajj is expected between June 4 and June 9, 2025, depending on the moon sighting.
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Hajj 2025: Why Saudi Arabia Temporarily Banned Visas For India, 13 Other Countries
With the Hajj pilgrimage around the corner, Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended the issuance of certain visas to citizens of 14 countries, including India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
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Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia Bans Pilgrims From Bringing Children For This Reason
Saudi Arabia has pilgrims from taking children to the Hajj in 2025. The move is aimed at protecting children from various risks associated with the intense crowding that occurs every year, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced.
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Saudi Arabia Opens Early Visa Applications For Hajj 2026
Preparations for Hajj 2026 began as early as June 2025, when planning documents were sent to offices worldwide that manage travel for this holy pilgrimage.
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In Pics: Millions Gather In Mecca As Hajj 2025 Begins
The annual hajj pilgrimage, one of the five pillars of Islam, will start on Wednesday with over one million Muslims from around the world expected to take part.
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Saudi Readies For "Worst Case Scenario" In Sweltering Hajj
Near a sprawling tent city outside Mecca, Saudi hospital staff are preparing for a flood of heat-related cases as Muslim pilgrims begin hajj this week in sweltering summer temperatures.
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Understanding The Hajj Pilgrimage - One Of The 5 Pillars Of Islam
Over a million Muslims from across the world will arrive in the sacred city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia this week and head to the Kaaba - the 'House of Allah' - to fulfill a crucial part of their pilgrimage - the Hajj, considered essential in Islam.
-
Hajj Disasters: Stampedes, Infernos And A Bloody Siege
The hajj to Mecca in Saudi Arabia has in recent decades been plagued by deadly disasters, from stampedes to terror attacks.
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Eid Ul-Adha 2025: When Will The Dhu al-Hijjah Crescent Moon Be Sighted In Saudi Arabia?
Eid Ul-Adha 2025: The crescent moon sighting determines the beginning of the holy month and sets the dates for Eid ul-Adha and the Hajj pilgrimage.
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Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia Announces Fines Up To Rs 4.5 Lakh For These Violations
This year, Hajj is expected between June 4 and June 9, 2025, depending on the moon sighting.
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Hajj 2025: Why Saudi Arabia Temporarily Banned Visas For India, 13 Other Countries
With the Hajj pilgrimage around the corner, Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended the issuance of certain visas to citizens of 14 countries, including India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
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Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia Bans Pilgrims From Bringing Children For This Reason
Saudi Arabia has pilgrims from taking children to the Hajj in 2025. The move is aimed at protecting children from various risks associated with the intense crowding that occurs every year, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced.
