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12 private operators withdraw pleas, others seek 50% private quota, priority for 2025 pilgrims

179,210 Pakistanis will perform Hajj this year

'People will always criticise,' says Yasir Nawaz as he and Nida Yasir enjoy their post-Hajj trip to Switzerland

Couple defends sharing Hajj photos, stating it's a personal and memorable experience

He emphasized that a Hajj permit is not merely a transit card but a crucial tool that facilitates access to pilgrims

Over the years, the annual religious pilgrimage has been marred by tragic accidents and fatalities.

Arab diplomats told AFP last week that Egyptians accounted for 658 deaths - 630 of them unregistered pilgrims

First batch landed in Multan carrying 150 passengers, second reached Lahore with 190 pilgrims

Deaths among Egyptians had risen to at least 600, with the total reported deaths now at 922

Over 160,000 Pakistani pilgrims conclude pilgrimage

This year's hajj involved around 1.8 million participants, with 1.6 million from abroad

This year, over 2.5 million Muslims, including 160,000 Pakistanis, gathered in Makkah for Hajj

Stoning ritual witnesses multiple stampedes, most recently 2015 when 2,300 worshippers were martyred in Hajj disaster

Embark on a captivating historical journey, retracing sacred steps of millions on the holy grounds of Mecca & Medina

Causes of deaths reported on Sunday have not yet been determined, according to the Jordanian Foreign Ministry

Sheikh Al Muaiqly urges Muslims worldwide to uphold faith, perform righteous deeds, and seek Allah’s guidance

King Salman issued a decree to host 1,000 pilgrims from families of martyrs from the Gaza Strip

This Hajj season marks significant milestone for Riyadh with unprecedented plans and initiatives implemented

Saudi minister warns 'no political activity' will be tolerated

Individuals in plain clothes detained senior journalist while he was departing to Saudi Arabia for Hajj

Ashrafi emphasized that adherence to Saudi laws and regulations was crucial for a successful and respectful pilgrimage

Arrival of pilgrims under private scheme will continue

Sheikh Sudais highlights expectation of a record number of Hajj pilgrims this year amid severe heat

Imran's name was put to no-fly list on federal cabinet's suggestion

An additional 22,090 Pakistani pilgrims are expected to arrive in Makkah over the next nine days

PHM issues advisory after Saudi heat warning

GPS system being used for first time to track Pakistanis going from Madinah to Makkah

Foreign vistors do not have permission to perform Hajj, says Saudi interior ministry

Saudi minister says it's vital to introduce such new technologies and determine optimal method for their incorporation

Two private airlines ferry 330 passengers to holy land; PIA flights commences tomorrow

Key provisions of Code of Conduct include guidance on personal hygiene, adherence to designated routes and timings

Saudi authorities approves buildings to accommodate 1.2m pilgrims in Makkah

Senior Saudi officials will visit Pakistan in the final week of February to finalise project at the Karachi airport

Minister announced that all women participating in Hajj would be provided with Abayas featuring Pakistani flag

Additional agreements will be signed during the International Hajj Expo 2024 to enhance the experience for pilgrims

Applicants interested in government scheme can apply until December 22

Committee directs ministry to investigate non-registered company, involved in the illegal booking of Hajj and Umrah.

One hundred and eighty groups, each comprising 500 pilgrims, to embark on Hajj through private tours.

government has introduced a 20-day short Hajj package, striving to make Hajj more financially accessible to citizens.

Says three schools of Islamic jurisprudence allow women to go on pilgrimage without male guardian

Federal cabinet approves amendments to Hajj policy

Reliable female companionship and approval from parents or husband set as condition

Impact of activities, revenues earned during Hajj and Qurbani can be well over $230b

Smartphone application and web portal to be developed to facilitate pilgrims

2024 Hajj policy envisages roaming-free calls via special mobile package

Minister tells Senate panel Karachi will be added to Road to Makkah project next year

When Saudi Arabia made the historic decision to allow women to attend the Hajj pilgrimage without a male guardian

A total of 38,000 pilgrims will be sent to Madinah; last Hajj flight from Madinah will reach home on August 2

Muslims observe record-breaking Hajj since Covid-19 pandemic

Chairman Noor summons religious affairs ministry officials on July 4