To highlight the importance of this day for Hajj, Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) once said "Hajj is Arafah". The plains of Arafah lie at a rocky mountain with a height of approximately 300 meters. It is ...

Nearly 2 million Muslims will embark on the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, which begins on May 25.

Pilgrims start arriving early in Saudi Arabia, however the main rituals begin on Monday, 25 May, according to the strict ...

Muslims in Mecca are marking the Day of Arafah which is the most sacred day in the Islamic calendar with millions having gathered on Mount Arafat for prayers ...

Saudi Arabia Hajj Rules: Every year, as millions prepare for one of the world’s largest religious gatherings, Saudi Arabia tightens its Hajj travel rules, and 2025–2026 is no different. If anything, ...

The UAE has updated its Hajj campaign approval system to improve service and accountability. Only accredited operators will be allowed to organize Hajj under the Saudi quota. India will also offer a ...

Kiren Rijiju said airlines sought a $400 Hajj airfare hike due to West Asia tensions, but government talks brought it down to $100 for Hajj Committee pilgrims. Govt cuts Hajj airfare hike from $400 to ...

More than 1.5 million people have joined the Hajj this year despite the shadow of war across the Middle East created by the US and Israeli war with Iran Huge numbers of Muslims prayed on Mount Arafat ...

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is currently planning the Hajj pilgrimage for 2027 and reviewing the framework for 2028, as an early step to anticipate various ...

Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dahnil Anzar Simanjuntak said that all officials for the 2027 Hajj will be required to ...