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Makkah: Grand Mosque sermons, lessons translated into 11 languages
Makkah: The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques translates sermons and lessons from the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, into 11 languages. The translated languages are— English,…
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Saudi Arabia launches recycled Ihram initiative
In a landmark step towards environmental sustainability, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture’s Fashion Commission has launched the “Sustainable Ihram” initiative during a press conference at the Islamic Arts Biennale in Jeddah. The…
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Ramzan 2025: Haramain train operates over 3,400 trips
The Haramain High-Speed Railway is operating over 3,400 trips during the holy month of Ramzan 1446 AH-2025 — an increase of more than 21 percent compared to 1445 AH. The expanded service…
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Watch: Turkish man cycles through 10 countries to perform Haj 2025
Burak Ozturk, a 26-year-old Turkish national, has embarked on an extraordinary journey covering more than 6,000 kilometres (3,728 miles) by bicycle from Stuttgart, Germany, to Saudi Arabia to perform the Haj pilgrimage…
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Makkah: Record 25M worshippers visit Grand Mosque in first 10 days of Ramzan
The Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, has welcomed over 25 million worshippers and visitors in the first 10 days of Ramzan, marking a historic record for the holy site. According to…
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Nada Al-Ghamdi becomes first Saudi woman licensed to photograph Grand Mosque
In a groundbreaking achievement, Nada Abdullah Al-Ghamdi has made history as the first Saudi woman officially licensed to photograph inside Grand Mosque in Makkah. This milestone not only highlights her exceptional talent…
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Saudi Arabia launches hair cutting carts for women at Grand Mosque for first time
For the first time, Saudi Arabia has launched hair-cutting carts for women at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, allowing female pilgrims to perform Tahallul—the ritual of exiting Ihram after Umrah—in a private…
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Grand Mosque in Makkah cleaned in just 35 minutes daily
The Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, is thoroughly cleaned in just 35 minutes without disrupting pilgrims’ comfort. According to the General Authority for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the…
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Saudi Arabia begins renovation of historic Al-Fath mosque in Makkah
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is undertaking the renovation of the Al-Fath Mosque located at Makkah’s Al-Jumum Governorate. The site is considered sacred as it is believed that Prophet Muhammad prayed…
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Saudi Arabia marks highest one-day Umrah turnout with 500,000 pilgrims
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has recorded its highest number of Umrah pilgrims in a single day, with 500,000 people entering the Grand Mosque in Makkah on Thursday, March 6. The…
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‘Shaved my head first time in life’: Aly Goni performs Umrah
Television actor Aly Goni, best known for his stint on Bigg Boss 14, recently embarked on a spiritual journey to Saudi Arabia to perform Umrah during the holy month of Ramzan. Taking…
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Watch: Al-Sudais launches AI-powered robot at Grand Mosque
Sheikh Dr Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, President of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, has launched the latest artificial intelligence (AI)-powered “Manarah Robot” at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi…
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Ensuring safety: Makkah security gears up for Umrah in Ramzan
Makkah security authorities and dedicated teams at the Grand Mosque are working together to ensure a smooth and secure Umrah experience for worshippers during the current holy month of Ramzan 1446 AH-2025.…
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Saudi Arabia: Registration for Itikaf at Two Holy Mosques begins
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has announced the start of registration for the Islamic ritual of Itikaf, or seclusion, at the Two Holy Mosques during the current holy month of…
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Saudi Arabia issues heavy rain warning across most regions
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defense has issued a weather warning for most regions of the Kingdom, with moderate to heavy rain expected to continue until Friday, March 7. The…
