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Arab News
09-07-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Pakistan extends Hajj 2026 registration deadline to July 11 as 313,000 complete process
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's government has extended the deadline for Hajj 2026 registration by two days to July 11, the religion ministry said on Wednesday, sharing that 313,000 people have completed the registration process so far. The ministry had announced the launch of next year's Hajj process last month, which was due to remain open till July 9. Applicants will be able to choose between the government and private Hajj schemes once the deadline expires. Intending pilgrims can register through 15 designated banks, and only those who complete the process will be eligible to perform Hajj next year. No fee is required at the registration stage. 'Deadline for Hajj 2026 registration has been extended by two days,' Pakistan's Ministry of Religious Affairs (MoRA) said in a statement. 'Hajj registration will continue until July 11 through designated banks and the ministry's online portal.' The ministry said 313,000 individuals have so far completed the registration process for Hajj 2026. It added that the decision to extend the deadline was taken after considering requests from several intending pilgrims. The ministry said expenses and other terms and conditions of Hajj 2026 will be issued separately as per the Hajj policy. Registration is mandatory for pilgrims who were left out of the private scheme this year, as well as for Pakistanis residing abroad. Pakistan had received a quota of 179,210 pilgrims from Saudi Arabia for Hajj 2025, evenly divided between the government and private Hajj operators. However, a major portion of the private quota remained unutilized due to delays by companies in meeting payment and registration deadlines, while the government filled its full allocation of over 88,000 pilgrims. Private operators blamed the situation on technical glitches such as payment issues and communication breakdowns.
Arab News
08-07-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Pakistan deadline for registration of intending Hajj pilgrims to expire tomorrow
ISLAMABAD: A deadline for intending Pakistani pilgrims to register for next year's Hajj pilgrimage will expire on Wednesday, according to the Pakistani religious affairs ministry. Intending pilgrims can register themselves through 15 approved banks and only registered candidates will be considered eligible for Hajj 2026, according to the ministry. After the registration, intending pilgrims will be able to opt for the government or private Hajj scheme. No fee will have to be paid for Hajj registration. 'One day is left for mandatory registration of pilgrims for Hajj 2026,' the religious affairs ministry said on Tuesday. 'Intending Hajj pilgrims can also complete registration online from home.' The expenses and other terms and conditions of Hajj 2026 will be issued separately as per the Hajj policy, according to the statement. Registration is mandatory for pilgrims who were left out of the private scheme this year as well as Pakistanis residing abroad. Pakistan received a quota of 179,210 pilgrims from Saudi Arabia for Hajj 2025, which was evenly divided between the government and private Hajj operators. While the government filled its full allocation of over 88,000 pilgrims, a major portion of the private quota remained unutilized due to delays by companies in meeting payment and registration deadlines.
Leaders
28-06-2025
- General
- Leaders
Saudi Hajj Minister Awarded Malaysia's 'Hijra Personality of the Year'
Malaysia has awarded the prestigious Hijra Personality of the Year medal to Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, according to the Saudi Press Agency. Known as the 'Prophet's Hijra Award,' the medal represents a prestigious recognition of Saudi Arabia's outstanding role in offering seamless Hajj and Umrah experience. Saudi Hajj Minister Awarded Malaysia's 'Hijra Personality of the Year' The recognition was part of an official ceremony in Kuala Lumpur celebrating the arrival of the Hijri New Year 1447 AH. Themed 'Building a Civil Nation,' the ceremony was held under the auspicious of King Ibrahim bin Iskandar of Malaysia. The award stands as a testament to the Kingdom's transformative efforts in modernizing Hajj and Umrah services and offering unparalleled experiences for pilgrims worldwide. Saudi Hajj Minister Awarded Malaysia's 'Hijra Personality of the Year' The award is granted annually to two individuals, one Malaysian and one international, who have significant contributions and positive influence on their communities. Related Topics: Hajj Ministry Launches Multilingual Survey to Gauge Pilgrim Satisfaction for 1446 Hajj UNA-OIC Delivers Global Hajj Coverage in Over 50 Languages Blessed Offerings: Souvenirs Reflecting Hajj Experience Short link : Post Views: 7 Related Stories
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Muslims gather in Mecca for the Hajj pilgrimage
Faith is an integral part of millions of Americans' daily lives. 'One Nation Under God' is committed to reflecting America's voices, values and communities, covering stories of faith and religion, from the latest headlines to stories of hope. Subscribe here. (NewsNation) — More than 1.5 million Muslims from around the world gathered in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, for the Hajj, an Islamic pilgrimage to Islam's holiest city. The religious trip is a once-in-a-lifetime duty for every Muslim who is financially and physically capable. This year's pilgrimage attracted 1,673,230 Muslims, the majority of them from outside Saudi Arabia, according to an X post from Saudi Arabia's Hajj Ministry. It's the lowest number of pilgrims in 30 years, excluding during the COVID pandemic. What does the Catholic Church say about artificial intelligence? Muslims gather in Saudi Arabia to take part in religious rituals and acts of worship to fulfil one of the Five Pillars of Islam, a religious obligation. It's a chance to seek God's forgiveness and repent for one's sins. Mount Arafat, a rocky hill southeast of Mecca, is of great significance in Islam. Arafat is where the Prophet Muhammad is said to have given his last sermon on his final Hajj. A visit to Arafat marks the spiritual climax of the pilgrimage when Muslims pray, fast and ask God to forgive their sins. Antisemitism top challenge for 78% of Jews: Israeli survey Muslim pilgrims perform 'tawaf,' which entails circling the Kaaba, a cube-shaped structure in Mecca, counterclockwise seven times. The Kaaba is the focal point toward which Muslims face during their daily prayers from anywhere in the world. Pilgrims also retrace the path of Hagar, the wife of Prophet Ibrahim, Abraham to Jews and Christians, who Muslims believe ran between two hills seven times searching for water for her son. Muhammad was a religious and political leader born in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, in the sixth century who Muslims believe was the last of the prophets. His teachings, along with the Quran, form the basis of Islamic religious belief. Noah's Ark: Researchers claim they may have found it in Turkey The core Islamic practice of praying five times a day, known as salah in Arabic, serves as a reminder of one's relationship with God and a way to purify the soul. According to Pew Research Center, there are around 2.5 billion Muslims in the world, making Islam the second-largest religion after Christianity. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Khaleej Times
08-06-2025
- Politics
- Khaleej Times
Hajj 2025: UAE leaders congratulate Saudi King on successful season
As the wrapping up of Hajj 2025 season nears, UAE leaders have expressed their congratulations to Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz on the success of organising the pilgrims' journey to the Muslim holy sites. This year, more than 1.6 million Muslims are performing the sacred pilgrimage, with majority of them from outside Saudi Arabia, according to the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to congratulate him on the successful season. Sheikh Mohamed expressed "his sincere congratulations on the success of the Hajj season this year, which was achieved by the grace of Allah the Almighty, and thanks to the generous care of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, his wise government and its institutions, to ensure that pilgrims can perform their rituals in tranquillity and safety". Similar messages were sent by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Fujairah, and Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Quwain also congratulated the Saudi king on the occasion. After a year that saw fatalities because of heat during Hajj, the kingdom has imposed higher penalties this year for anyone attempting to perform Hajj without a permit, including fines of up to 20,000 Saudi Riyals, arrest, and deportation. The kingdom also suspended short-term visas for 14 countries earlier this year, and security personnel can be seen across holy sites in Makkah.
