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The Madinah region is spearheading a SR200 billion development initiative, encompassing 280 projects across 12 sectors, with the commercial sector accounting for 80% of the total, aiming to create 125,000 jobs by 2025.
An artisan in Istanbul is dedicated to restoring rare handwoven textiles, including historic carpets from Ottoman palaces and a significant rug from Madinah's Riazul Jannah, preserving centuries of heritage.
The 911 emergency center in Makkah and Madinah has implemented enhancements to improve services for pilgrims during the Hajj season. These upgrades aim to ensure better safety and support for visitors.
A forum held in Madinah focused on improving cardiac care services for pilgrims visiting the holy city.
Saudi Arabia has begun welcoming the first batches of pilgrims as the Hajj season officially commences, with international arrivals landing in Madinah and Jeddah. Authorities have also clarified that visit visas are barred from Hajj access.
Preparations for this year's haj season are reportedly progressing smoothly, with a team inspecting facilities in Makkah and Madinah to ensure readiness.
The Saudi Commerce Ministry carried out more than 21,000 inspection tours in Makkah and Madinah during Ramadan to ensure compliance and fair practices.
New e-gates have been implemented at Jeddah and Madinah airports to significantly speed up the entry and departure processes for Umrah travelers.
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The Saudi Crown Prince held meetings with scholars, ministers, and citizens during his visit to Madinah.
Two expatriate women have been arrested in Madinah for engaging in prostitution, following a security campaign conducted by Madinah police in coordination with the General Directorate for Community Security.
Property developer Umm Al Qura is implementing a five-year strategy to expand its portfolio across Mecca, Madinah, and Jeddah, building on Saudi Arabia's urban growth ambitions.
The first group of 345 pilgrims from Niger has departed for Madinah, Saudi Arabia, marking the beginning of the 2026 Hajj airlift from Minna airport.
Pakistan is accelerating its Hajj operation, with thousands of pilgrims departing for Madinah.
Saudi Arabia has begun welcoming the first wave of Hajj pilgrims in the holy cities of Madinah and Jeddah, marking the start of the annual pilgrimage season.
Madinah is making preparations to host its third annual Umrah & Ziyarah Forum, an event focused on pilgrimage and visitation.
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A university in Madinah organized a global iftar event, bringing together people from diverse backgrounds to foster cultural harmony.
Registration is now open for i'tikaf at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, commencing on 20 Ramadan. Worshippers can apply electronically to observe this spiritual practice in a safe and organized environment during the final ten days of Ramadan.
Former Auditor-General Tan Sri Madinah Mohamad expressed disappointment after reportedly being denied her 'right to be heard' by not being called to testify before the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI).
Passengers scheduled for a flight to Madinah staged a protest at the airport after their flight, set for 1 PM, was delayed due to a fault, despite their early arrival.
Nigerian pilgrims participating in the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage have begun their journey from Madinah to Makkah. This includes the third batch of pilgrims from Kwara state departing for Saudi Arabia.
The first wave of Pakistani pilgrims, numbering 1,357, has arrived in Madinah as pre-Hajj flights officially begin, marking the start of the annual pilgrimage season.
The President of the Maldives has arrived in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, for an official visit.
A Filipino domestic worker has been arrested in Saudi Arabia's Madinah region, accused of fatally stabbing a child in his home. Security patrols apprehended the suspect shortly after the alleged attack, and the case has been transferred to the Public Prosecution.
Officials say situation for Pakistani pilgrims, travellers in Jeddah, Makkah and Madinah remains stable
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Saudi religious leader Sheikh Saleh bin Awad Al-Maghamsi has been appointed as an imam at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, leading his first Isha prayer on February 21.
Pilgrims heading to Makkah and Madinah for Ramadan should expect warmer weather. Saudi Arabia's meteorology center predicts above-average temperatures and below-normal rainfall. Daytime conditions will feel noticeably warmer, especially in the afternoons. Any precipitation is expected to be light. This forecast helps authorities prepare services for worshippers during the holy month.