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Hajj-Muslim pilgrims face losing out from online booking to Mecca

British Muslims hoping to make a pilgrimage to Mecca are at risk of losing thousands of pounds after the Saudi government has enforced online booking.

Efforts underway to increase Haj quota for Qatari pilgrims

Director of the Department of Haj and Umrah Affairs at the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs Ali bin Sultan Al Misifri has said that there are efforts to increase the quota of Qatari pilgrims for this year.

Hajj ministry announces change in registration process for European pilgrims

The Saudi Hajj ministry has announced that all registrations from European countries would be conducted through the online direct platform and not the usual registrations through accredited travel agents.

First Batch of Iranian Pilgrims Depart for Hajj

The first group of Iranian pilgrims departed Imam Khomeini International Airport for Medina on Sunday morning.

First Afghan pilgrims to depart for Hajj on Sunday

Afghan pilgrims will begin their trips to Saudi Arabia on Sunday to perform this year’s Hajj, with excitement high among participants of the holy pilgrimage that was previously restricted due to the COVID-19 pandemic.