Get exclusive content with Gulf News WhatsApp channel Workers will also get a one-day holiday on the ninth of Dhu Al Hijjah for Arafat Day. The exact date for the holiday will be announced after ...

As millions of Muslims around the world get ready to perform Hajj every year, there have been calls on the faithful to go green and observe sustainable habits during the spiritual journey. Here's how ...

According to the minister, 89,000 pilgrims will perform Hajj this year under the government scheme. He assured that all preparations had been finalised, with a special focus on providing maximum ...

IN the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.The Holy Qur’an 2:189 says, “For Hajj are the months well known. If anyone undertakes that duty therein let there be no obscenity nor wickedness nor ...

Saudi authorities have announced plans to establish resting areas for pilgrims at various points in Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifah during the annual Hajj pilgrimage. The decision was shared during a ...