As Hajj season approaches, authorities and operators are urging pilgrims to stay cautious amid strict permit regulations and rising concerns over fake campaigns circulating online. From mandatory Hajj ...

Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Minority Affairs, conducted a site visit to the proposed location of the new Haj House at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, along with the officials from the Haj ...

HYDERABAD: The state government has decided to bear the one-time airfare hike of Rs 10,000 per pilgrim for Haj announced last week by the Ministry of Minority Affairs. While an official announcement ...

The Congress on Sunday (May 3, 2026) demanded the immediate withdrawal of the April 28 circular issued by the Ministry of Minority Affairs, which requires Haj pilgrims to make an additional payment by ...

Haj package prices for the 900 prospective pilgrims in 2026 will cost about 18 per cent more amid higher costs for accommodation and essential on-ground arrangements, said the Islamic Religious ...

In a month’s time, millions of Muslims around the world will head to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, for Haj. This means preparations are in full swing, and for UAE residents who are planning the annual ...

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced that its pre-Haj operation will formally commence on April 19, during which more than 55,000 pilgrims will be transported to the Holy Land through ...

Saudi Arabia announced penalties for those who violate regulations requiring a Hajj 2026 permit (1447 AH). The Ministry of Interior made the announcement to prepare for the pilgrimage season and ...

Hyderabad: With global fuel prices rising sharply due to the West Asia conflict, Haj pilgrims for 2026 may have to pay an additional surcharge on flight tickets. Saudi‑based airlines have proposed ...

Key rules, eligibility and application steps for Hajj leave in UAE private firms Dubai: Planning to perform Hajj this year involves more than travel bookings and preparations for the pilgrimage itself ...

SINGAPORE – In light of the Middle East conflict, contingency plans are being developed to deal with potential travel disruptions and other unforeseen incidents affecting the 2026 haj pilgrimage, said ...

Muslims perform morning prayers in the Grand Mosque during the annual Haj pilgrimage in the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, on Jun 2, 2025. (File photo: Reuters/Saudi Press Agency) SINGAPORE: ...