Tag: Pilgrims
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Hajjis to get mobile sims and free internet
Caretaker Minister for Religious Affairs and Inter-faith Harmony Aneeq Ahmed has said that the government will provide free-of-cost mobile SIMs with roaming internet packages for pilgrims, on Tuesday. He further stated that female abayas having a Pakistani flag on the backside and 13 Kg suitcases will also be provided to pilgrims performing hajj this year.…
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PM Kakar aims to make Hajj more affordable and comfortable for pilgrims
On Monday, Caretaker Prime Minister (PM) Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar issued a directive emphasising the provision of high-quality and affordable facilities for pilgrims during the Hajj without compromising the overall arrangements.
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Pakistani Hajjis to get special perks to make pilgrimage easier
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has unveiled its Hajj policy for 2024, designed to bring a revolutionary transformation to the pilgrimage journey for Pakistani pilgrims. Caretaker Religious Affairs Minister Aneeq Ahmed announced this game-changing policy, which will be presented to the cabinet for approval within the next 10 days. The most striking feature is the…
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Thousands of Indian Sikh pilgrims to participate in Baisakhi celebrations in Pakistan
Pakistan’s High Commission in New Delhi has announced that it has issued 2,856 visas to Sikh pilgrims from India. The visas will allow the pilgrims to travel to Pakistan and participate in the annual Baisakhi festivities, which are set to take place from April 9-18, 2023. The issuance of these visas falls under the Pakistan-India…
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Pilgrims paying in US dollars to receive special discount for upcoming Hajj
According to recent reports, the government is planning to provide incentives to citizens who choose to pay their dues for the upcoming Hajj in US dollars. Additionally, the Ministry of Religious Affairs has allocated a 25 per cent special quota for pilgrims who deposit the amount in dollars, as per APP. This move is a…
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Saudi Arabia announces new rules for pilgrims in Makkah, Madina
Saudi Arabia has announced new rules for pilgrims. Whether they are coming from inside the Kingdom or from other countries, pilgrims have been seen using mobiles during the call of prayer (Azan). Saudi Arabia has warned the public against playing or turning up the volume of music inside residential areas during Azan and Iqamah (the…
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After Kartarpur, Pakistan is ready to welcome Buddhist pilgrims
Pakistan is promoting religious tourism in the country with commendable efforts being made by the government. Opening new avenues including the Kartarpur Corridor has won the hearts of the Sikh community across the world. It has also promoted a positive image of Pakistan and given the message of religious tolerance in the country. Pakistan is…