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Hajj in Summers Banned for 16 Years, Announces Saudi Arabia

14Apr

By Tahreem AkramNo Comments

Islam

Hajj in Summers Banned for 16 Years, Announces Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has confirmed that Hajj 2025 will be the last time the pilgrimage takes place in the hot summer season for the next 16 years. The Saudi National Meteorological Center (NMC) made the announcement, bringing relief to millions of Muslims worldwide. Starting in 2026, Hajj will move into cooler seasons, beginning with spring and later shifting into winter. This change happens because the Islamic lunar calendar moves about 10 days earlier every year compared to the Gregorian calendar. As a result, the Hajj season keeps changing each year. Pilgrims have faced extreme heat in recent years. In 2024, temperatures in Makkah rose between 46°C and 51°C. That year, officials reported more than 2,700 cases of heatstroke in a single day, along with several deaths. Many people found it ...

Aima Baig Completes Umrah Pilgrimage After Jeddah Concert

4Aug

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

Showbiz

Aima Baig Completes Umrah Pilgrimage After Jeddah Concert

Renowned Pakistani singer Aima Baig has completed the sacred Umrah pilgrimage after performing at a concert in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Baig, celebrated for her distinctive voice and unique style, shared several photos of her journey on social media, giving her fans a glimpse into her spiritual experience. Aima Baig is widely known as one of Pakistan's top female vocalists. She has made a significant impact in the music industry through her live performances and playback singing for dramas and films. After her concert in Jeddah, Baig took the opportunity to perform Umrah, a pilgrimage that holds great significance for Muslims worldwide. In the photos she shared on her social media accounts, Baig wears Ihram, a simple white garment, along with a black abaya and a blue shawl. The images ...

Saudi Arabia Announces First Day of Muharram 2024

6Jul

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Global, Islam

Saudi Arabia Announces First Day of Muharram 2024

Saudi Arabia has announced that the first day of Muharram, the beginning of the new Islamic year, will be on Sunday, July 7, 2024.The Supreme Court made this decision after observers did not sight the crescent moon on Friday, July 5, 2024. As a result, the current Islamic month, Zilhajj, will last for 30 days, ending on Saturday, July 6, 2024. The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia issued a statement confirming the new dates: "The Crescent Sighting Committee of the Supreme Court decided that Saturday, 30/12/1445 AH according to the Umm Al Qura calendar, corresponding to July 6, 2024 AD, will be the completion of the month of Dhul Hijjah for the year 1445 AH as thirty days, and that Sunday, 1/1/1446 AH according to the Umm al-Qura calendar, corresponding to July 7, 2024 AD, will be the first...

Pakistan Outshine India to Reach Asian 15-Red Snooker Championship Semi-Finals

4Jul

By Tahreem Akram2 Comments

Sports

Pakistan Outshine India to Reach Asian 15-Red Snooker Championship Semi-Finals

ISLAMABAD: In a thrilling match on Thursday, Pakistan triumphed over India in the quarterfinals of the ACBS Asian 15-Red Men’s Team Snooker Championship 2024, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Pakistani team, consisting of Asjad Iqbal and Awais Munair, defeated the Indian duo of Sarav Kothari and Hussain Khan with a score of 3-0, securing their place in the semifinals. Pakistan displayed exceptional skill with winning scores of 63-35, 75-22, and 70-06. Their next challenge is against Hong Kong in the semifinals, set to take place tonight. This victory assures Pakistan of at least one medal in the championship. The Pakistani team has shown remarkable performance throughout the competition. On the first day, they won two matches in their group, showcasing their dominance. They began t...

Saudi Arabia Confirmed 1301 Pilgrims Died During Hajj

25Jun

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

Global, Islam

Saudi Arabia Confirmed 1301 Pilgrims Died During Hajj

Saudi Arabia has confirmed the deaths of 1,301 pilgrims during the 2024 Hajj pilgrimage. The majority of these deaths occurred among unauthorized pilgrims who faced extreme heat without adequate shelter. Health Minister Fahad Al Jalajel stated that 83% of the deceased did not have official permits. This lack of permits forced many to walk long distances in the scorching sun. Currently, 95 unauthorized pilgrims are receiving treatment in hospitals. Heat-related illnesses primarily caused these deaths. Extreme conditions affected pilgrims from over 10 different countries, with Egyptians suffering the most, accounting 658 fatalities. During Hajj, temperatures in Makkah reached up to 51.8°C (125°F), significantly increasing the risks for the pilgrims. Also Read: 1.5 Million Pilgrims ...