Hajj and Umrah | Atoll Times

Hajj and Umrah

Maldives hajj delays blamed on quota restrictions: MHC

Ministry of Islamic Affairs were questioned by the Government Responsibility Committee about reported challenges and delays in Hajj arrangements.

7 November 2024

Hajj pilgrims begin to return home from Mecca

Among casualties this season, one of the pilgrims from Maldives died while another person was treated for a heart attack.

More than 1,000 die in haj amid scorching temperatures

Further deaths were reported by Tunisia, Jordan, Iran, and Senegal, making this year's total toll at least 1,114 people.

Police probe alleged blasphemy on social media

The post speaks about Muslims kissing the Black Stone (Hajarul Aswad) at the Hajj pilgrimage.

Top Stories

Top Stories

Third Maldivian Hajj pilgrim dies

The first Maldivian pilgrim was found dead on Friday after he went missing since Monday; an elderly pilgrim also died Friday evening.

All Maldivian Hajj pilgrims return

Vice President Faisal Naseem met and greeted them at the airport.

Ministry warns against unlicensed Umrah agencies

The ministry appealed people to not make payments to unlicensed Umrah agencies.

2 Maldivian Hajj pilgrims in critical condition

All the Maldivian pilgrims are in good health except for the two who are being treated in the ICU, Anil said.

Defying high prices, Muslim pilgrims head to Mecca for haj

The kingdom earned about $12 billion annually from the 2.6 million pilgrims that used to visit Mecca and Medina for haj.

Second Maldivian Hajj pilgrim dies

The first Maldivian pilgrim was found dead on Friday after he was reported missing since Monday.

Political appointees get Umrah leave

Although political appointees have been granted special leave for Umrah, civil servants do not get it.

Local Umrah group abandons pilgrims in Mecca

The Islamic Ministry had issued warnings in January against the Mashar group and other groups that were operating illegally.