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  Saudi Arabia introduces Nusuk Card: Mandatory digital pass for Hajj pilgrims. Check details

  World | December 08, 2025 14:01 IST

  Hajj 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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  EXPLAINER: What is the Hajj pilgrimage and what does it mean for Muslims?

  Explainers | June 25, 2023 15:07 IST

  In 2020, amid worldwide coronavirus lockdowns, Saudi Arabia limited the pilgrimage to a few thousand citizens and local residents. This is the first year it returns to full capacity.

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  Hajj pilgrimage to be more affordable as govt set to reduce its prices I CHECK DETAILS

  India | February 06, 2023 22:43 IST

  There will be 25 points marked this time through which a pilgrim can proceed comfortably for his Hajj.

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  With pandemic in mind, pared-back hajj in Mecca for 2nd year

  World | July 19, 2021 7:18 IST

  The hajj pilgrimage, which once drew some 2.5 million Muslims from all walks of life from across the globe, is now almost unrecognizable.

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  Jayalalithaa urges Centre to enhance Haj quota for Tamil Nadu

  India | July 26, 2014 13:32 IST

  Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa on Saturday requested the Centre to enhance the Haj quota for Tamil Nadu this year as the state has received a huge number of applications from pilgrims and many