MAKKAH — Several Arab and Gulf leaders congratulated Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for their great efforts in making the 2026 Hajj a great success. Arab League Secretary General Ahmed Aboul Gheit commended the great success of this year’s Hajj operation. He praised the high level of organization and integrated services utilizing the latest technologies, which facilitated the pilgrims’ performance of the Hajj rituals with complete ease and in a serene spiritual atmosphere. He expressed his appreciation for the continuous care of King Salman and the Crown Prince…
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Eid Al-Adha celebrations commenced yesterday at the Cultural House in Sakaka, featuring a diverse three-day program of family-oriented activities and cultural events. Opening daily at 5:00 PM with traditional Saudi hospitality and festive gift distributions, the event includes interactive children’s activities, photography booths, food stalls, and entertainment segments. Highlighting local heritage, the festivities also feature traditional Saudi Ardah dances and folk performances designed to enhance the social atmosphere by blending education and entertainment for all age groups. Source: Riyadh Daily
MINA — Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah met with representatives of Hajj companies to evaluate the current Hajj operations and launch early preparations for the 2027 Hajj season in Mina on Friday. The minister expressed gratitude to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for empowering the Hajj sector. He also commended the Supreme Hajj Committee for driving field integration and operational efficiency. Al-Rabiah emphasized that planning for the next Hajj season systematically begins before the conclusion of the current season. The minister reviewed development opportunities across the…
MAKKAH — An air medical evacuation aircraft belonging to the Ministry of Defense carried out an emergency medical mission in record time, airlifting a woman pilgrim in her 20s, who is suffering from a critical diabetic coma, from Mina Emergency Hospital to a hospital in eastern Jeddah. The airlifting was carried out after receiving an urgent medical report. The case was handled swiftly by specialized teams, ensuring the woman’s stabilization and timely transfer to receive advanced medical care. This mission was part of the integrated efforts undertaken by the health and military sectors during the Hajj season to enhance the…
Pilgrims performed the stoning ritual at the three Jamarat pillars on the second day of Tashreeq, in a serene, spiritual atmosphere, managed through comprehensive organization by the relevant authorities. Crowd movement along the Jamarat Bridge remained fluid and safe as pilgrims adhered to designated one-way tracks. After completing the ritual, traffic divided smoothly between those returning to their Mina accommodations and those proceeding to Makkah for the Farewell Tawaf to hasten their departure. Source: Riyadh Daily
MINA — In the heart of the holy sites, the Civil Defense Command and Control Center is driving real-time situational awareness and rapid response through an advanced suite of tech-driven systems. Utilizing a matrix of performance indicators, geospatial mapping, and drone-based risk analysis, the center monitors field operations, documents incidents, and deploys immediate digital solutions to ensure the safety of pilgrims during the 2026 Hajj. Civil Defense spokesperson Col. Mohammed Al-Hammadi emphasized that the center serves as a vital pillar for field operations by analyzing data and seamlessly integrating communication between regional commanders, field teams, and participating security agencies. This…
Ramnath Venkataraman, President, Consulting & Engineering Services, DXC Technology. Dubai — DXC Technology, a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner, has announced the launch of DXC Engineering, a dedicated global group within its Consulting & Engineering Services (CES) organisation, focused on helping customers design, build, and scale AI-powered products, platforms and software-defined experiences across high-stakes, regulated and mission-critical environments. As organisations accelerate AI-enabled, software-led transformation, many are seeking deeper engineering expertise to help integrate and operationalise AI across complex, legacy and multivendor technology environments. In response, DXC is bringing together its global engineering capabilities under a single engineering-led operating model designed to accelerate…
MINA — Makkah Deputy Emir Prince Saud bin Mishaal met with Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq Al-Rabiah and Minister of Transport and Logistics Saleh Al-Jasser separately to review operations for the 2026 Hajj. The meeting between the deputy emir and minister of Hajj highlighted successful inter-agency cooperation that enhanced the efficiency of crowd management, transportation, and pilgrim services. Key metrics showed that transportation plans directed 60 percent of pilgrims to Mina and 40 percent to Arafat on the Day of Tarwiyah. Additionally, digital initiatives saw the Nusuk card record over four million electronic readings up to Eid Al-Adha, while…
Al-Qandal Forest in the Farasan Islands is drawing an influx of tourists seeking tranquil coastal experiences and raw natural beauty during Eid Al-Adha holiday. Located 16 kilometers from the Farasan Port, the journey into the destination navigates a 50-meter-wide rocky inlet that opens up into a maze of marine waterways lined with dense mangrove trees. This pristine habitat features intertwined aerial roots that stabilize the saline coastal ecosystem while serving as a sanctuary for diverse marine life. The forest has emerged as a premier environmental ecotourism destination that hosts resident and migratory birds, making it a vibrant destination for birdwatchers.…
Sulaiman Al Ali, Chief Commercial Officer – Business, Space42. Sulaiman Al Ali, Chief Commercial Officer – Business at Space42, discusses how local satellite assembly and testing, AI-powered geospatial intelligence, and strategic partnerships are strengthening the UAE’s position in the global space ecosystem while delivering real-world impact across mobility, environmental monitoring, and national security.The UAE is accelerating its ambitions to become a global leader in space technology, geospatial intelligence, and artificial intelligence, with investments focused on building sovereign capabilities across the entire value chain. From satellite assembly, integration and testing to AI-powered geospatial platforms, the country is moving beyond data consumption…