Hajj now ‘more affordable’ for Muslim Filipinos
MANILA: The annual Hajj pilgrimage is now “more affordable” for Muslim Filipinos thanks to reforms instituted by the Philippines’ National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) and successful talks with Saudi Arabia, said NCMF Secretary Saidamen Pangarungan. Steps taken by the Philippine government have resulted in an “unprecedented” reduction in Hajj fees and better
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2019 Hajj: NAHCON to begin biometric data capturing of intending pilgrims
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, have finalised arrangements to kick off biometric capturing of the 2019 intending pilgrims soon.
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Maldives authorises 25 companies for Umrah pilgrimage
Ministry of Islamic Affairs on Monday granted permission to 25 companies to send pilgrims on the Islamic pilgrimage of Umrah to Mecca, Saudi
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Kano begins sensitisation for intending pilgrims of 2019 hajj
Kano State Government has begun arrangements to make the 2019 hajj exercise free of hitches. The Executive Secretary, Kano State Pilgrims Board, Alhaji Mohammad Abba Dambatta, said areas already receiving attention include sensitization for early payment, pilgrim’s enlightenment, biometric registration and pilgrims’ general welfare.
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Steps taken to meet growing demand for Muslim holy water
JEDDAH: The very mention of the word “Zamzam” evokes a feeling of awe in the hearts of the faithful. Zamzam water is considered holy in Islam. It is found in a 30 meter well in the basement of the Grand Mosque in Makkah, about 20 meters east of the Kaaba. The water is believed to possess healing qualities, and is treated with reverence by all Muslims. The Saudi government
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Saudi govt approves immigration facility for pilgrims in Pakistan, increases Haj quota
The Saudi Arabian government has included Pakistan in its 'Road to Makkah' project, allowing pilgrims to undergo immigration clearance at Pakistani airports before leaving for Haj, Radio Pakistan reported on Wednesday.
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Saudi Arabia increases India Hajj pilgrim quota
NEW DELHI: Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced the increase in quota for Indian Hajj pilgrims to 200,000 at the request of PM Narendra Modi during his recent visit to the country. Also at the request of Modi, the crown prince ordered the release of 850 Indian prisoners held in Saudi Arabian jails.
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Tabung Haji continues to balance equity exposure
Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) continues to pare down its shareholding in listed firms after disposing of almost RM20 billion worth of equities and assets to a government-created special-purpose vehicle (SPV) at the end of last year
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Hop-on buses take visitors to 12 landmarks in Madinah
The tourists will be supplied with state-of-the-art earphones to listen to the guidance and descriptions about each location. The descriptions will include anecdotes related to the Prophets life.
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Excellent relationship with Saudi Arabia augurs well for Hajj, Umrah pilgrims from India
NEW DELHI: Prominent Muslims in India have told Arab News the visit of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has redefined their relationship with Riyadh. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sought to use the country’s fast-growing economy to attract more investment from Islamic nations, particularly Saudi Arabia. Muslims make up 14 percent of India’s population. Last
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Tanazzul Increases by 40% for Hajj 2019/1440
While Hajj is still a few months away and we still need to get through the blessed month of Ramadan, the South African Hajj and Umrah Council (Sahuc) says the Hajj Ministry in Saudi Arabia has increased the Tanazul tax by 40%.
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Awqaf Ministry: End of Hajj registration
A spokesman for the Jordanian Ministry of Awqaf Islamic Affairs and Holy Places Hussam Hayari stated that the deadline for Hajj registration ended at 10 pm on
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