Best Days for Umrah Pilgrimage in Makkah: Expert Advice from Saudi Hajj-Umrah Minister

2023-11-24 19:59:59 # Jafarali Palakode 25 November 2023, 01:29 AM IST Iconic image Makkah: Saudi Hajj-Umrah Minister Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiya said. At the same time, the least crowded days for Umrah are Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The minister shared this on his X account. The minister’s advice comes amid a massive influx of Umrah pilgrims … Read more

Efficient and Eco-friendly Makkah Bus Service: Connecting all areas and improving the lives of residents and visitors

2023-10-23 06:42:21 Makkah – Makkah bus service started after trial run. During the one-and-a-half-year trial run in which 400 buses participated, 100 million passengers were transported to their destinations through 1.7 lakh trips. The test run started in February 2022. Makkah Bus has 438 stations on 12 routes covering 560 km. Connecting all areas of … Read more

Revamped Rules for Pilgrim Services: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Introduces New Draft Law

2023-08-08 19:20:28 Jeddah: The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has released a draft law on services to be provided to pilgrims. The new draft revises the rights of pilgrims and the services to be provided by companies. After seeking public opinion and expert suggestions, the draft will be enacted. The new rules will come … Read more

New Kiswa for Kaaba: A Majestic Tradition Upheld on the Hijra New Year

2023-07-19 12:20:41 A new Kiswa (robe) was draped over the Kaaba on Muharram 1, the beginning of the new year according to the Meccan Hijri calendar. On Tuesday night, a team of experts prepared the new Kiswa Charthi under the supervision of the officials of the two Thirugeha Offices. Read also: ‘The cap should have … Read more

Bangladeshi Pilgrim’s Surprising Plan: Marrying Another Woman After Hajj

2023-06-30 03:16:35 Al-Marsad Newspaper: A Bangladeshi pilgrim revealed an unexpected intention that he will carry out upon his return to his country. The Bangladeshi pilgrim said, during an interview with Al-Arabiya TV: I am married and I want to marry another woman after performing the Hajj. He pointed out: I was guiding people to complete … Read more

Grateful Egyptian Pilgrim’s Heartwarming Gesture towards Security Men: Al-Marsad Newspaper

2023-06-29 23:12:10 Al-Marsad Newspaper: A video clip published by Al-Ekhbariya channel documented the reaction of an Egyptian pilgrim towards the security men. The video showed the Egyptian pilgrim kissing the head of the security men, as an expression of his gratitude and thanks to them for the services they provide to the pilgrims. Al-Hajj Al-Masri … Read more

The Riots during Hajj in 1987: Insights from Retired Major General Saad Al-Khelaiwi on Security Authorities’ Decisive Actions

2023-06-28 04:26:45 Al-Marsad Newspaper: Retired Major General Saad Al-Khelaiwi revealed how the security authorities dealt with the riots during Hajj in 1987. Al-Khelaiwi said, during an interview with the “Aman” channel: Vandals wanted to offend the pilgrimage and exceeded in their actions that amounted to attacking the security men inside Makkah. However, the firmness pursued … Read more