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Government unveils Haj Policy 2027, invites applications from prospective pilgrims- Srinagar Airport to remain shut on these days: Check important advisory if you are planning a trip to Kashmir
- Srinagar Airport announces partial runway closures for maintenance starting July 2026; total runway shutdown from October 1
- Hajj flight redirected for Ahamedabad stopover due to Srinagar airport restrictions, baggage curbs for returning pilgrimsDue to payload restrictions at Srinagar Airport, Hajj pilgrims will experience adjustments to their baggage allowances. Akasa Air flights w...01 Jun, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
- Eid al-Adha 2026: When is Eid al-Adha 2026? Why Muslims celebrate two Eid holidays every year across the globeMuslims globally are observing Dhul Hijjah, the holiest month. This period culminates in Eid al-Adha on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. The festiv...27 May, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
- Govt negotiated with airlines to limit Hajj fare hike despite regional tensions: Union Minister Kiren RijijuUnion Minister Kiren Rijiju clarified that the government intervened to reduce Hajj airfare hikes, bringing them down from an airline-propo...03 May, 2026, 05.40 PM IST
- Congress demands withdrawal of circular asking Haj pilgrims to pay Rs 10,000 moreThe Congress party has demanded the withdrawal of a Rs 10,000 airfare increase for Haj pilgrims. The party alleges the Modi government has ...03 May, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
- Haj pilgrims to pay Rs 10K more due to high ATF prices; govt says protected them from larger burdenHaj airfare sees a Rs 10,000 increase per pilgrim for Haj 2026. This rise stems from a sharp global surge in Aviation Turbine Fuel prices. ...30 Apr, 2026, 08.33 PM IST
- First batch of Hajj 2026 with 371 pilgrims departs for Mecca from New DelhiThe first Hajj 2026 flight carrying 371 pilgrims departed from New Delhi for Mecca. Delhi Hajj Committee Chairperson Kausar Jahan expressed...18 Apr, 2026, 10.12 AM IST
- Saudi Arabia shortens Umrah visa validity to one month; unused visas to be cancelled after 30 daysSaudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has reduced Umrah visa validity to one month from issuance, with unused visas automatically cance...31 Oct, 2025, 12.26 PM IST
- Hajj 2026: How to check Qurrah draw result at hajcommittee.gov.in, advance payment details, livestream linkThe Haj Committee of India will conduct a draw of lots on August 13 to select pilgrims for Hajj 2026, with results available online. Provis...13 Aug, 2025, 02.23 PM IST
- Saudi Arabia urges pilgrims to leave before Hajj visa expiry; warns of legal action for overstaySaudi Arabia's Hajj Ministry reminds pilgrims to depart before their visas expire, emphasizing it's a legal and respectful act. Authorities...11 Jun, 2025, 11.29 AM IST
- Hajj 2025: What to know about safety, costs, and new rulesMuslims gather in Mecca for the Hajj. Pilgrims face challenges like extreme heat, leading to safety measures. Saudi Arabia bans children un...04 Jun, 2025, 01.05 PM IST
- Bakrid 2024 Date: When is Eid-ul-Adha 2024 in India?Eid 2024 Date: Eid-ul-Adha, celebrated on the tenth day of Dhu-al-Hijjah, commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son, ...17 Jun, 2024, 08.40 AM IST
- Muslims start the Hajj against the backdrop of the destructive Israel-Hamas warThis year's Hajj came against the backdrop of the raging war in the Gaza Strip between Israel and Palestinian militants, which pushed the e...14 Jun, 2024, 10.54 AM IST
- India signs bilateral Haj agreement 2024 with Saudi Arabia, easing journey for over 1.5 lakh pilgrimsUnion Minister Smriti Irani, along with Minister of State V Muraleedharan, signed the Bilateral Haj Agreement 2024 with Saudi Arabia's Mini...08 Jan, 2024, 10.35 AM IST
- Datta Peetha issue: Govt orders constitution of management panel comprising Hindus & MuslimsAccording to the new order, the management committee comprising both Hindus and Muslims will appoint an 'archaka' and 'mujawar' to carry ou...19 Aug, 2022, 10.58 AM IST
- SpiceJet to operate Hajj flights from Indore, GayaTwo Airbus 320 planes would be deployed from the two cities to Jeddah and Madina in Saudi Arabia between August 4 and September 3.13 Jul, 2016, 07.38 PM IST
- TN requests Centre to increase Hajj pilgrims quotaTamil Nadu government today requested the Centre to increase its quota of Hajj pilgrims for this year and sought PM Narendra Modi's interve...05 Jul, 2015, 02.38 PM IST
- Over 51,000 Indians arrive for Hajj, 13 deadA total of 13 Indian pilgrims have died during this Hajj season as of today, a top consulate official has said, even as more than 51,000 In...13 Oct, 2011, 02.15 AM IST
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