Saudi Arabia issued more than 4 mln Umrah visas since start of Umrah season 1444 Hijrah
Saudi Arabia has issued more than 4 million Umrah visas to pilgrims all over the world within five months since the start of the Umrah season for the year 1444 Hijrah.
Mon Dec 12 2022
Saudi says application for 1444 H umrah visa opens from today
The Ministry of Haj and Umrah of Saudi Arabia has announced that the 1444H umrah visa application for foreign pilgrims will open from today.
Thu Jul 14 2022
Cancellation of Haj, Umrah visa fees alleviates burden of pilgrims
The cancellation of visa fees for Umrah and Haj announced by the Saudi Arabian government will definitely alleviate the burden of pilgrims and encourage more to perform the pilgrimage.
Tue Dec 06 2016
Tourism Ministry to intensify efforts to curb Umrah package scams
There have been 60 such scams reported from January to September this year, with one case affecting some 40 to 60 victims.
Mon Oct 24 2016
Tourism Ministry to appeal Saudi Arabia's second Umrah visa charge
The Tourism and Culture Ministry will engage with the Saudi Arabia's government on the the kingdom's decision to impose a Visa charge for second-time Umrah visitors.
Mon Oct 24 2016
New visa charges: To allow Muslims who have never performed Hajj to do so
Tabung Haji says no visa charges will be imposed for pilgrims who perform the Hajj or Umrah for the first time.
Thu Aug 11 2016
Only 38 registered companies allowed to issue umrah visa - Nazri
The list of the 38 companies could be obtained from the ministry's website.
Tue Jun 17 2014
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
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Sat Nov 23 2024
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Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
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Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024