More than 1.5 million Muslim pilgrims gathered on the Plain of Arafat on Tuesday for the climax of Hajj 2026, enduring soaring desert temperatures as they prayed, recited Quranic verses, and sought forgiveness on Islam’s holiest day of pilgrimage. From before sunrise, streams of white-robed pilgrims moved toward Mount Arafat, also known as Jabal al-Rahmah […]
Saudi Arabia Launches AI Translation Services for Hajj Pilgrims
Saudi authorities have activated simultaneous translation services in 17 languages at Islam’s two holiest mosques as part of a broader digital transformation drive aimed at improving services for millions of pilgrims arriving for Hajj 2026. The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah announced the initiative […]
Saudi Arabia Launches Massive Digital Upgrade for Hajj 2026
Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has unveiled a major digital expansion for Hajj 2026, introducing hundreds of online services aimed at simplifying pilgrimage arrangements for millions of Muslims, including pilgrims from Pakistan. The ministry announced that its “Electronic Track” platform now provides more than 250 digital services covering accommodation, transportation, catering and pilgrimage management. […]