Mecca
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Pakistan to join Saudi-Houthi conflict? Khawaja Asif says ready to fulfil Mecca Pact obligations
World | Sep 17, 2026, 07:31 PM ISTThe Makkah, or Mecca, Agreement was signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey on August 7. It contains a collective defence clause under which an attack on any one of the three countries would be considered an attack on all, similar to the principle enshrined in NATO.
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Pakistan condemns 'dastardly and heinous' attempted drone attack on Mecca, but doesn't name Houthis
World | Sep 16, 2026, 02:39 PM ISTSeveral areas along Saudi Arabia's western coast, including the holy city of Mecca, were placed on security alert after Saudi authorities said their air defences had intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone south of the city.
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Houthi drone shot down by Saudi Arabia near Mecca as coalition warns of 'red line' amid Mideast war
World | Sep 16, 2026, 01:37 PM ISTSaudi Arabia said its air defences intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone south of Mecca before it entered the city's restricted airspace. The Saudi-led coalition called the incident a hostile act and warned that the security of the Two Holy Mosques and pilgrims is a "red line".
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Dumped by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia now turns to Israel for help in fighting Houthis: Report
World | Sep 15, 2026, 08:02 PM ISTThe Iran-backed Houthi rebels have stepped up attacks on Saudi Arabia over the past few weeks, attacking crucial oil pipelines and civilian structures such as mosques near the border with Yemen.
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Will Bangladesh join the 'Mecca Pact'? State Foreign Minister drops major hint
World | Aug 31, 2026, 05:56 PM ISTBangladesh is considering the Mecca Pact with Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkiye as ministers signal a positive stance. Dhaka says joining the defence agreement would not restrict its wider international partnerships, while experts debate the risks.
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Man attempts suicide at Grand Mosque in Mecca, security guard's prompt action foils bid | VIDEO
World | Dec 26, 2025, 04:19 PM ISTSaudi security forces prevented a man from taking his life by jumping from an upper floor of Masjid al Haram. One officer was injured while stopping the fall, and both individuals received immediate medical care.
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Saudi Arabia introduces Nusuk Card: Mandatory digital pass for Hajj pilgrims. Check details
World | Dec 08, 2025, 02:01 PM ISTHajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, mandatory at least once in a lifetime for all physically and financially capable Muslims. It takes place in the 12th and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar.
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Mecca’s Kaaba stunning orbital photo shared by NASA astronaut Don Pettit
Science | Dec 04, 2025, 10:27 AM ISTRenowned NASA astronaut Don Pettit, known for his artistic space photography, took the picture of Mecca's Kaaba while on his fourth ISS mission.
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Hajj 2025: No kids, scorching heat, flexible payment plans | All you need to know
World | Jun 04, 2025, 02:47 PM ISTHajj 2025 sees a mix of ancient ritual and modern-day adaptation. From managing deadly heat and enforcing age bans to introducing flexible payment plans and tightening entry protocols, the pilgrimage continues to evolve amid new global realities.
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Hajj 2025: First batch of pilgrims depart for Mecca from Srinagar today
Jammu and Kashmir | May 04, 2025, 02:45 PM ISTThe group, consisting of 178 pilgrims, was flagged off from Srinagar International Airport by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.
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How does Saudi Arabia decide the Hajj quota for each country every year? Explained
Explainers | Apr 17, 2025, 01:32 PM ISTHajj is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca-- the holiest city for Muslims. In Islamic terminology, Hajj is a pilgrimage made to the Kaaba, the "House of Allah", in the sacred city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia.
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How food is arranged for Hajj pilgrims: Take a look at behind-the-scenes of feeding faithful
Explainers | Apr 15, 2025, 05:07 PM ISTHajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca and one of the five pillars of Islam, mandatory once in a lifetime for all able-bodied Muslims who can afford it.
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Fact Check: Shah Rukh Khan visit Mecca with his wife Gauri Khan? Know truth behind viral photos
Fact Check | Jan 08, 2025, 02:12 PM ISTFact Check: Pictures of Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan and his wife Gauri Khan are being shared on social media claiming that they have visited Mecca. Let's find out the truth behind viral photos.
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Amid soaring temperatures, cooling systems in Mecca bring some relief to Hajj pilgrims I VIDEO
World | Jun 16, 2024, 03:08 PM ISTSaudi authorities expect the number of pilgrims this year to exceed two million, approaching pre-coronavirus pandemic levels. "We have to drink a lot of water, we have to stay in shades, do not try to go in the sunny weather and keep the umbrella," Aziz Khan, Pakistani pilgrim.
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WATCH: Pilgrims commence the final rites of Hajj as Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha
World | Jun 16, 2024, 01:20 PM ISTHundreds of thousands of Muslim pilgrims performed on Saturday the shortened combined prayers of Dhuhr and Asr (noon and afternoon) prayers at Namirah Mosque in Mount Arafat in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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First special brick for new mosque arrives from Mecca to Mumbai
Maharashtra | Feb 12, 2024, 12:15 PM ISTThe new mosque will launch its new website with a QR code on February 29 for complete transparency and will accept donations for various projects within the mosque premises. These include a cancer hospital, a college, a senior citizens' home, and a vegetarian kitchen adjacent to the new mosque.
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FACT CHECK: False claims connect Indonesian pilgrims at Mecca to Ram Temple inauguration
Fact Check | Feb 06, 2024, 03:05 PM ISTA viral video falsely claimed to show Hindu pilgrims celebrating the inauguration of the Ram temple at Mecca's Kaaba. However, India TV's Fact Check team debunked claims, confirming that the video depicted Indonesian pilgrims at the Kaaba during Umrah, not Hindus celebrating Ram temple inauguration.
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Saudi Arabia: Assailant attacks US consulate in Jeddah; Nepalese security guard and shooter killed
World | Jun 29, 2023, 08:49 AM ISTMecca city police spokesperson confirmed that the shooter was killed in an exchange of fire with security forces.
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Hajj pilgrimage to be more affordable as govt set to reduce its prices I CHECK DETAILS
India | Feb 06, 2023, 10:43 PM ISTThere will be 25 points marked this time through which a pilgrim can proceed comfortably for his Hajj.
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Pakistani pilgrims arrested for chanting "chor" against PM Shehbaz Sharif at Madina mosque
World | Dec 27, 2022, 03:25 AM ISTThe newly appointed prime minister is on a three-day visit to Saudi Arabia along with a delegation including Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari among others. The delegation, which headed to the Prophet's mosque to offer prayers after arriving in Madina on Thursday, faced protest and chanting at the holy mosque, highlighting the videos circulating on social media.