Airlift of pilgrims causes row as NAHCON bars airline, reviews quota
This year’s airlifting of hajj pilgrims to Saudi Arabia with local airlines has caused disagreements as some of the airlines have accused the National Hajj Commission (NAHCON) of sharp practices.
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Saudi Arabia places order to introduce smart services on buses in Makkah
Saudi Arabia is ordering new smart technology to improve transportation services for pilgrims in Makkah. System from Japanese giants NEC to cover 400 buses next year and 2,000 after five years
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Barcode to track illegal sacrificial animals soon
The objective is to ensure the safety of meat in the market via special and authentic seals that will enable the consumer to identify sacrificed animals from unknown sources.
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Umrah Forum and Exhibition kicks off on Monday
JEDDAH: The Umrah Forum and Exhibition, organized by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, will commence on Monday in Jeddah under the sponsorship of Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal. The event will last for three days at the Jeddah International Exhibition and Convention Center.
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40 open-heart ops conducted on pilgrims
The ministry said in a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency that the number of pilgrims who received treatment in hospitals and health centers since Dhul Qada 1 (July 4) until Dhul Hijjah 20 (Aug. 21) reached 649,690 pilgrims.
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All facilities provided to pilgrims during Friday prayers in Madinah
Madinah Emir, Prince Faisal Bin Salman and his deputy Prince Saud Bin Khaled Al-Faisal gave standing instructions and personally followed up the comfort of the pilgrims who arrived in Madinah to pay homage to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and pray at his mosque.
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Health Ministry treats 649,690 Hajj pilgrims
RIYADH: The Ministry of Health has revealed specialized services provided by its hospitals and health centers in Makkah, Madinah and holy sites for pilgrims during Hajj. The ministry said that the number of pilgrims who received treatment in hospitals and health centers reached 649,690. The number of participants in serving pilgrims this year reached 30,000 employees of the
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US pilgrims fly out of Jeddah
JEDDAH: A Miami Air International airline flight left King Abdul Aziz International Airport in Jeddah carrying 163 American passengers who had completed the Hajj pilgrimage. The airline launched its first direct flight to the Kingdom after a halt to services in 1997. Issam Noor, general manager of King Abdul Aziz International Airport, said that the General Authority of Civil
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Iraq’s Hajj and Umrah chairman commends KSA
MAKKAH: The chairman of Iraq’s High Commission for Hajj and Umrah has applauded the quality of service provided to pilgrims who travel to the Kingdom, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Sheikh Khalid Al-Atiyyah said there had been a great reception and warm welcome accorded by all Saudi authorities to Iraqi pilgrims during Hajj.
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Madinah museum showcases over 2,000 rare artifacts
MADINAH: Dar Al-Madinah Museum offers visitors the opportunity to view historical pieces associated with the Prophet’s life. It features artifacts that capture the history, heritage, social life and culture of Madinah. The museum’s executive director, Hassan Taher, said that it aims to promote the noble values of the Prophet Muhammad, encourage a sense of belonging and capture
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Flights from Madinah airport for departing Hajj pilgrims continue
MADINAH: Flights departing from Prince Mohammad bin Abdul Aziz International Airport in Madinah continue to transport pilgrims to their countries after performing Hajj and visiting the city to pray in the Prophet’s Mosque. The airport is witnessing continuous efforts to receive pilgrims, work on their travel procedures and transport their luggage in a timely manner, in
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Makkah’s Grand Mosque courtyard extension project nears completion
RIYADH: A project to add more than 3,000 meters square of courtyard space near to the Grand Mosque in Makkah is almost complete, Saudi Press Agency reported. The extension to the area will help control the movement of crowds near the mosque, the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques said. The work is 85 percent complete, the statement said.
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