hajj pilgrimage

Saudi Arabia launches 'Nusuk Umrah', new digital platform for international pilgrims

August 21, 2025 9:15 pm

Nusuk Umrah eliminates intermediaries and offers a comprehensive suite of options, allowing pilgrims to choose integrated packages or select individual services.

More than 42,000 Hajj pilgrims left in lurch, Rijiju urged to step in

May 23, 2025 2:15 am

Siddiqui had received representations on the issue from All India Ulama and Mashaikh Board that only around 10,000 of 52,507 pilgrims, who had opted for travel to Mecca through private operators, were able to register to proceed with their journey between June 4 and 9.

Saudi Arabia to impose visa ban on 14 countries including India: Check the full list here

April 07, 2025 5:18 pm

Saudi Arabia Visa Ban 2025: According to multiple media reports, countries like India, Bangladesh, Pakistan and more will be subjected to Saudi Arabia's visa ban; this development comes as a disappointment to pilgrims from these countries, as thousands of individuals embark on the holy pilgrimage.

Pilgrim deaths in Mecca put spotlight on underworld Hajj industry

June 24, 2024 11:01 pm

Al-Jalajel, the health minister, said that one-fourth of the health services provided during hajj were rendered to undocumented pilgrims.

1.2 lakh Indian pilgrims undertook Hajj, 40,000 above 60: Union health secretary

June 21, 2024 6:18 pm

The Union health secretary also added that nearly two lakh OPDs have been conducted this year, along with visits by the medical teams to the pilgrims.

98 Indians among hundreds dead during Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca: MEA

June 22, 2024 7:21 am

According to reports, more than 900 pilgrims have died this year during Haj that has been marked by heat waves.

Who or what is responsible for Hajj deaths in Saudi Arabia?

June 20, 2024 9:00 pm

As the death toll rises, debate is raging over whether bad organization, weather or gate-crashing pilgrims are to blame for more than 1,000 deaths in Saudi Arabia during the annual Hajj religious gathering.

68 Indians among over 500 dead due to scorching heat during Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca: Report

June 20, 2024 9:23 am

On Tuesday, AFP reported that atleast 550 people have died on the Hajj pilgrimage.

First pilgrim birth of Hajj season as Nigerian woman delivers baby at Mecca hospital

June 18, 2024 1:52 pm

The Nigerian woman was in her 31st week of pregnancy when admitted to the hospital after she began experiencing labour pain.

Muslim pilgrims resume symbolic stoning of the devil as they wrap up Hajj pilgrimage in deadly heat

June 17, 2024 4:19 pm

The Hajj pilgrimage is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. All Muslims are required to make the five-day Hajj at least once in their lives if they are physically and financially able to do so.

Heatwave claims 550 Hajj pilgrims as mercury soars to 50°C at Mecca

June 19, 2024 7:09 pm

Over 1.83 million pilgrims performed Hajj in 2024, suffering extreme heat that claimed 550 lives, primarily due to heat-related illnesses, according to reports.

Hajj 2023: The holy pilgrimage returns in full-swing after pandemic restrictions end

June 28, 2023 11:14 am

Over 2 million Muslims are taking part in this week's Hajj pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia, as one of the world's largest religious gatherings returns to full capacity following years of coronavirus restrictions. This year, Hajj is taking place between June 26 and July 1.

Hajj pilgrimage opens at full capacity in Mecca after pandemic hiatus

June 27, 2023 6:37 pm

The 5-day Hajj is a deeply moving spiritual experience that absolves sins, brings them closer to God and unites the world's more than 1.8 billion Muslims. (AP)

Hajj pilgrimage begins with strict social distancing

July 30, 2020 9:53 am

Hajj 2018: Over two million Muslims begin their journey to Mecca

August 21, 2018 12:30 pm

More than 2 million Muslims began the annual hajj pilgrimage at first light on Sunday in Saudi Arabia, circling the cube-shaped Kaaba in Mecca that Islam's faithful face five times each day during their prayers.