Saudi Arabia Suspends Visas for 14 Nations Including India
In a significant policy move ahead of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended the issuance of Umrah, business, and family visit visas for citizens from 14 countries, including India. The suspension is part of broader efforts by Saudi authorities to regulate the influx of visitors during the critical Hajj season and ensure […]
The First Hajj Flight from Kerala Takes Off from Kochi International Airport
On Sunday, 278 pilgrims from the Nedumbassery Hajj Camp, overseen by the State Hajj Committee, commenced their journey to Jeddah from Kochi International Airport to undertake the Hajj pilgrimage. It was noted by the Hajj cell officer that the original count was 279, but one individual’s trip was cancelled. Among the group were 150 men […]