Hajj News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah receives first batch of Hajj pilgrims at Srinagar airport
Srinagar, June 18: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah received the first batch of Hajj pilgrims at the Srinagar airport on Tuesday night, following their return.
Rajasthan: First batch of 164 Hajj pilgrims return from Saudi Arabia
Jaipur, June 17: The return of pilgrims from the sacred Hajj 2025 journey has begun in Rajasthan. On Tuesday, a flight carrying 164 pilgrims, including 81 women and 83 men, touched down at Terminal 1 of the Sanganer International Airport in Jaipur.
Haryana CM Saini lays foundation stone of 225-bed hospital at Jatela Dham on Swami Nitanand Ji's Nirvana Day
Jhajjar, June 11: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday laid the foundation stone of a 225-bed modern hospital at Jatela Dham in village Majra (Dubaldhan), in Jhajjar district of Haryana, on the occasion of the 225th Nirvana Day of Swami Nitanand Ji.
Saudi Arabia announces successful first trial of drone-based medicine delivery in holy sites
Mina, June 7: Saudi Arabia announced the successful pilot launch of drone-based medicine delivery between primary healthcare centres and hospitals in the holy sites, marking a significant milestone and a first-of-its-kind initiative, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported Saturday.
Lebanon pushes ahead with local elections despite border conflict, displacement
Beirut, May 24: Lebanon is moving forward with municipal elections in its conflict-ravaged south on Saturday, pressing ahead despite ongoing Israeli airstrikes, widespread displacement, and severe logistical challenges.
Pneumonia hits 99 Indonesian haj pilgrims in Saudi Arabia, 1 dies
Jakarta, May 23: Ninety-nine Indonesian haj pilgrims have been infected with pneumonia in Saudi Arabia, including one patient who has died, said the Indonesian Ministry of Health.
Hajj 2025: First phase of departures from Indian airports concludes
New Delhi, May 19: The first phase of air departures (Lap-I) for Hajj 2025 pilgrimage have been successfully concluded with airport at Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Bhopal, Delhi, Gaya, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Indore, Jaipur, Lucknow and Mumbai handling most of the rush, an official said on Monday.
J-K CM Omar Abdullah urges Centre to arrange more Haj flights from Srinagar
Srinagar, May 16: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has urged the Government of India to arrange additional Haj flights from Srinagar to clear the backlog of 1,895 pilgrims caused by recent flight disruptions.
J&K: 11 flights to operate from Srinagar airport to facilitate Hajj pilgrims
Srinagar, May 14: Authorities in J&K said that 11 flights will operate on Wednesday from Srinagar International Airport, primarily to facilitate the Hajj pilgrims.
Hajj flights to be resumed from Srinagar airport on May 14
Srinagar, May 12: Hours after Srinagar international airport figured in the 32 airports of the country where NOTAM was revoked, authorities on Monday issued the revised schedule for departure of Hajj flights from Srinagar to Saudi Arabia.
Omar Abdullah flags off first batch of Hajj Pilgrims from Srinagar
Srinagar, May 4: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday accompanied the first batch of 178 Hajj pilgrims, who left for the holy pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia.
J&K L-G flags off first batch of Hajj pilgrims from Srinagar airport
Srinagar, May 4: Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday flagged off the first batch of Hajj pilgrims from Srinagar International Airport to Saudi Arabia and wished the pilgrims a safe and fulfilling pilgrimage.
First flight of Hajj pilgrims from J&K to leave for Saudi Arabia today
Srinagar, May 4: The first batch of this year's Hajj pilgrims left the Hajj house on Sunday for the Srinagar international airport to board the special flight for Saudi Arabia.
Jeddah significant in terms of connectivity, says Indian envoy to Saudi Arabia on PM Modi's visit
Jeddah, April 22: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's first visit to Jeddah holds a cultural significance as Jeddah has served as the port of connectivity for pilgrims who arrive in the Kingdom for Hajj and Umrah, said Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia and Yemen Suhel Ajaz Khan.
Appreciate this gesture from Saudi authorities: MEA on increased registration of Indian Hajj pilgrims
New Delhi, April 19: The Ministry of External Affairs, during its special press briefing ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Saudi Arabia, expressed gratitude towards Saudi Authorities for increasing the registration of Hajj pilgrims.
Don't play politics on Hajj issue: Kiren Rijiju's appeal to Oppn, sheds light on Saudi's 'special gesture'
New Delhi, April 17: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday asked the Opposition to refrain from playing politics on the religious Hajj issue and gave an account of how Saudi Arabia made special arrangements to accommodate India's requests on opening a special window for the pilgrims.
Dr Farooq Abdullah appeals to PM Modi to get private Hajj quota restored
Srinagar, April 14: Former Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister and President of the ruling National Conference (NC), Dr Farooq Abdullah on Monday appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to use his friendship with the rulers of Saudi Arabia to get the private Hajj quota restored.
Saudi Arabia halts short-term visas for 14 nations including India and Pakistan, ahead of Hajj
Dubai, April 8: Saudi Arabia has announced a temporary halt on issuing new short-term visas to citizens of 14 countries -- including India, Pakistan, and Egypt -- as part of its efforts to better manage the flow of travellers ahead of the upcoming Hajj season, Gulf News reported.
South Korean diagnostics firm Boditech Med inaugurates plant at Jhajjar MET City
Jhajjar, April 4: Boditech Med Inc, a leading South Korean multinational diagnostics major, has inaugurated its plant at Model Economic Township in Haryana's Jhajjar.
Doda district prepares pilgrims for Hajj, addresses concerns
Doda, March 20: Doda Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh visited Astan Masjid Sharif on Thursday for Phase 2 of training for pilgrims heading to Hajj.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju attends fitness program for Hajj pilgrims at Jamia University
New Delhi, February 18: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday participated in the fitness awareness programme organised for Haj pilgrims at Jamia Millia Islamia University in the national capital.