Makkah emir reviews Ramadan preparations by government bodies
Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, emir of Makkah and chairman of the Central Hajj Committee, chaired on Wednesday a meeting of the committee, which reviewed the plans and preparations of various government agencies and departments to provide the best possible services for the Umrah pilgrims during the upcoming Ramadan.
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Foreign pilgrims allowed Umrah during Ramadan 2022
In a major relief to Muslims across the world, Saudi Arabia has decided to allow foreign pilgrims to perform Umrah – lesser pilgrimage to Makkah, during the month of Ramadan this year.
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Prince Khaled launches 72 water, environment projects worth SR15 billion in Makkah
Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, who is also the Governor of Makkah region launched on Sunday 72 water and environment projects in Makkah at a cost of more than SR15 billion.
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Tawakkalna app opens doors for Ramadan Umrah reservations
As the month of Ramadan approaches, the Tawakkalna application will open the doors for people to book the times for performing Umrah during the holy month.
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No age requirement needed to enter the Two Holy Mosques
There is no age requirement for Umrah pilgrims to enter the Two Holy Mosques, Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced on Saturday.
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Children aged 7 and above can now obtain permits to enter holy mosques
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced on Friday that children aged 7 and above can now obtain a permit to enter the two holy mosques provided the Tawakkalna application shows their health status as “immune” to ensure their safety.
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Egypt - These categories are banned from Hajj this year
The General Federation of Egyptians in Saudi Arabia revealed on Tuesday the categories that will be prevented from performing the Hajj this year: along with the costs that the Egyptian citizen will bear to perform these rituals.
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Hajj and Umrah Ministry cancels Umrah host visa
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced that it has canceled the Umrah host visa, noting that they will announce through their official channels if there are any developments regarding it.
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NAHCON Rates Niger State Pilgrims Welfare Board High In Hajj Preparation, Transparency
National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has rated Niger State Pilgrims Welfare Board high for having the best system of Hajj fare collection and
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People Wearing Shorts Banned From Entering Masjid al-Haram and Nabawi
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced that pilgrims wearing shorts are banned from entering the two holy mosques, Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid Al Nabawi in Madinah.
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Avanceon secures Rs750 million project for Masjid Al-Haram expansion
Avanceon Saudi for Energy Co WLL, a subsidiary of Avanceon FZE, has secured an approximately Rs750 million project to execute SCADA solution for the Masjid Al-Haram Expansion Project in Makkah, a statement said.
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Haj operators hit by new virus protocols
BAHRAIN’S leading pilgrim tour operators have welcomed the latest coronavirus precautionary protocols adopted by Haj and Umrah authorities, but acknowledged they would have a negative impact on the business.
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