Riyadh: The crescent moon, which marks the beginning of Shawwal 1445 AH-2024, was not sighted in Saudi Arabia on Monday, April 8. Therefore, Tuesday, April 9, will be the last day of the holy month of Ramzan, and Eid Al-Fitr will fall on Wednesday, April 10. The moon sighting committee of the Kingdom at all … Read more
Millions of worshippers gathered at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, Saudi Arabia on 29th night of Ramzan 1445 AH-2024 corresponding to Sunday, April 7. The worshippers performed the Isha and Taraweeh prayers and attended the completion of the Quran recitation (Khatam Al Quran) in an atmosphere of spirituality full of … Read more
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and United Arab Emirates (UAE) have called on all Muslims to sight the crescent moon of Shawaal 1445 AH-2024 on Monday evening, 29th of Ramzan corresponding to April 8. In an announcement, the Kingdom’s Supreme Court called on Muslims who sight the moon with the naked eye, or through binoculars to … Read more
Millions of worshippers experiencing the holy month of Ramzan at the Grand Mosque find a profound spiritual atmosphere filled with reverence. Umrah performers carry out their rituals with serenity, raising their hands in supplication to Allah for continued security and blessings. Also Read ‘I Am Unique’: 1st cinematic film shows uniqueness of Holy Kaaba The … Read more
Jeddah: For over a century, people in India and Pakistan have relished Rooh Afza, a cooling squash with rose fragrance and crimson shade. The syrup was developed by Hakeem Hafeez Abdul Majeed, a unani or traditional medicine practitioner, in scorching 1907 summers by combing various fruits, medicinal herbs, flowers, and condiments to create a medicinal … Read more
Riyadh: The Haramain High Speed Railway is gearing up to operate more than 2,700 trips and accommodate over 1.3 million passengers during the current holy month of Ramzan. The decision aims to meet the increasing demand for transportation between Makkah and Madinah. Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has partnered with the operating company to develop a … Read more
The General Directorate of Passports at Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Airport in Madinah is dedicated to ensuring a smooth and efficient entry process for Umrah performers during the current holy month of Ramzan. The directorate implemented a comprehensive strategy utilizing advanced technology and dedicated personnel at all Saudi Arabian entries to enhance the pilgrims’ arrival … Read more
Photo: ReasahAlharmain/X Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah has announced that pilgrims are not allowed to repeat Umrah during the current holy month of Ramzan. The move aims to reduce overcrowding during Ramzan, the peak Umrah season. In a statement, the ministry said that the permits for two or more … Read more
Photo: SPA Riyadh: A total of 1,490 workers have been cleaning and sterilizing the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, its courtyards, and its roof around the clock using advanced technology, automated equipment, and eco-friendly cleaning and sterilization materials. This is part of the operational plan implemented by the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs … Read more
Photo: @AljawazatKSA/X The General Directorate of Passports at the Ministry of Interior launched a special passport stamp for the Ramzan 1445 AH season in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture. This aims to document this occasion and revive the historical cultural heritage, customs and traditions of the holy month. The stamp will be available to … Read more
