Happy Eid-ul-Adha 2026: Eid Mubarak wishes, quotes, messages to share with family and friendsHappy Eid al adha 2026 wishes: Eid ul-Adha, or Bakrid, will be celebrated on June 6, 2026. This significant Islamic festival commemorates P...
27 May, 2026, 09.00 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
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
Bilateral Haj Agreement signed with Saudi Arabia; India's quota fixed at 175,025 for 2026India's Haj quota for 2026 has been confirmed at 175,025. Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju signed the bilateral Haj Agreement in Jedd...
10 Nov, 2025, 08.34 AM IST
All types of visa holders now eligible to perform Umrah in Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced that all foreign nationals holding any valid visa can now perform Umrah. This significa...
06 Oct, 2025, 10.21 AM IST
Eid al-Adha 2025 in the USA: Date, significance, Hajj pilgrimage schedule, history and ritualsEid al-Adha 2025 in the United States promises to be a time of spiritual renewal and communal harmony, reinforcing Islamic teachings of sac...
03 Jun, 2025, 08.53 PM IST
What is Hajj pilgrimage and Eid al-Adha? Understanding their deep religious meaning and importance for Muslims worldwideThe Hajj, a central pillar of Islam, draws Muslims to Mecca for a profound spiritual journey involving rituals like circling the Kaaba and ...
01 Jun, 2025, 11.03 AM IST
Eid-ul-Adha 2025 Date: Dhul Hijjah moon sighted in Saudi Arabia. When is Bakra Eid in India?Eid-ul-Adha, a significant Islamic festival, will be celebrated in India on June 7, 2025, marking the culmination of Dhul Hijjah and coinci...
29 May, 2025, 03.10 PM IST
Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia to penalise violators of new rules for pilgrims; check regulations, advisory & details hereSaudi Arabia has announced strict measures for the upcoming Hajj season, targeting unauthorized pilgrims with hefty fines up to 20,000 Riya...
01 May, 2025, 10.28 AM IST
New rules for 2025 Hajj: No children allowed, preference for first-time pilgrimsSaudi Arabia has introduced new Hajj regulations for the 2025 pilgrimage, including a ban on children to avoid overcrowding risks. First-ti...
11 Feb, 2025, 12.39 PM IST
Saudi Arabia restricts travelers from 14 nations to single-entry visas to curb unauthorized Hajj pilgrimsStarting February 1, 2025, Saudi Arabia will issue only single-entry visas valid for 30 days to travelers from 14 countries, including Indi...
08 Feb, 2025, 08.44 AM IST
Over 500 Hajj pilgrims died in Saudi's Mecca due to severe heatAt least 550 pilgrims died from extreme heat during this year's Hajj, with temperatures reaching 51.8 degrees Celsius (125 Fahrenheit) at M...
19 Jun, 2024, 11.26 AM 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
Sania Mirza all set to go on the Hajj, requests friends to keep her in their prayers as she embarks on a ‘journey of a lifetime’In Islam, Hajj is a pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca and a religious duty. Every financially capable adult Muslim is required to undert...
10 Jun, 2024, 07.42 PM IST
Saudi advances expiry date of Umrah visas for Hajj pilgrims; validity starts from date of issuanceUmrah visas now expire on Dhul Qadah 15, validity from issuance. Ministry-Foreign Affairs cooperation improves Hajj visa process. 2024 Hajj...
17 Apr, 2024, 05.22 PM IST
Eid-al-Adha 2023: Here are some Eid Mubarak wishes and messages you can send to your loved ones on this dayEid Mubarak Wishes: As the Muslim community celebrates Eid al-Adha and rejoices in the festivities, which will be celebrated on 29th June i...
28 Jun, 2023, 04.39 PM IST
A hajj closer to normal: 1 million Muslims begin pilgrimageThis year, the hajj is open to just 1 million foreign and domestic pilgrims who have been fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, tested ...
07 Jul, 2022, 07.11 PM IST