Monday June 02, 2025 / 06 , Dhu al-hijjah , 1446
Header Logo
Leading The Way
search-icon
Footer Header
search-icon
SG
Saudi Arabia
Opinion
Discover Saudi
World
Sports
Business
Life
Advertisements
search-logo
  • Home
  • SAUDI ARABIA
SAUDI ARABIA
1 - 10 from 36295 . In "SAUDI ARABIA"
AI-powered ‘Saqr’ drone deployed for firefighting and rescue during Hajj
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — The General Directorate of Civil Defense has officially deployed its advanced AI-powered drone, “Saqr,” to support firefighting and rescue missions during the Hajj 1446 season.The drone is part of the authority’s enhanced response systems designed to handle emergencies in high-risk or hard-to-reach areas.The Saqr drone is equipped with multi-purpose firefighting capabilities and rescue systems, operating for up to 12 hours continuously. It can reach high altitudes and carry a payload of approximately 40 kilograms.The drone features advanced safety protocols, thermal imaging cameras, and live site transmission capabilities. It is also linked to the central command and control center to support coordinated operations in real time.Designed for rapid...
June 01, 2025

AI-powered ‘Saqr’ drone deployed for firefighting and rescue during Hajj

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance has welcomed the first group of 500 Palestinian pilgrims from the West Bank, comprising families of martyrs, prisoners, and the wounded.
Islamic Affairs Ministry greets 500 Palestinian pilgrims as King's guests
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance has welcomed the first group of 500 Palestinian pilgrims from the West Bank, comprising families of martyrs, prisoners, and the wounded. They came for Hajj under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit.This is in line with a generous directive from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman to host a total of 1,000 pilgrims from these Palestinian families at his own personal expense.Upon their arrival in the Kingdom, the ministry's field committees provided comprehensive services, including escorting them to their accommodations in Makkah, organizing their transportation, and ensuring all their needs were met. These efforts aimed to enable the guests to...
June 01, 2025

Islamic Affairs Ministry greets 500 Palestinian pilgrims as King's guests

Hajj security commanders reviewed the security and organizational plans for this year's Hajj season in a press conference held in Makkah on Sunday.
Saudi Arabia drives 205,000 unauthorized pilgrims out of Makkah and busts 415 fake Hajj offices
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Director of Saudi Public Security and Chairman of the Hajj Security Committee Lt. Gen. Mohammed Al-Bassami revealed that Public Security teams have driven out more than 205,000 people without Hajj permits from Makkah.Addressing a joint press conference of the Hajj security commanders in Makkah on Sunday, he said that the security forces have turned back more than 269,000 people without Hajj permits from entering Makkah."The Public Security officials have arrested 1,239 people who attempted to transport illegal pilgrims, and imposed penalties on more than 75,000 violators of Hajj regulations. The security teams also busted more than 415 fake Hajj offices," he said while revealing the adoption of punitive measures to deal with violators during the...
June 01, 2025

Saudi Arabia drives 205,000 unauthorized pilgrims out of Makkah and busts 415 fake Hajj offices

The Hajj Security Forces arrested the violators at the entry points to Makkah while transporting 94 individuals without Hajj permits.
Penalties for 20 people for transporting unauthorized pilgrims
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Ministry of Interior has taken punitive measures against 20 people, including 15 Saudis and five expatriates, for violating Hajj regulations. The Hajj Security Forces arrested them at the entry points to Makkah while transporting 94 individuals without Hajj permits.The ministry has initiated administrative decisions against all involved parties: the transporters, their accomplices, and the unauthorized pilgrims. These decisions include prison sentences, fines reaching up to SR100,000, and public defamation for transporters. Expatriate violators will face deportation and a 10-year ban from reentering Saudi Arabia after serving their sentences. Vehicles used in these violations will be confiscated.The ministry reiterated that anyone attempting to perform...
June 01, 2025

Penalties for 20 people for transporting unauthorized pilgrims

Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif tours field hospital in Arafat after inaugurating it on Saturday.
Interior Minister inaugurates field hospital in Arafat and inspects Hajj Media Operations Center
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif inaugurated on Saturday a field hospital affiliated with the General Administration of Medical Services at the Ministry of Interior in Arafat.The minister had a comprehensive briefing on the hospital’s capacity, which includes 100 beds and advanced medical equipment across all departments. Supported by specialized medical, nursing, and technical staff, the facility is fully equipped to provide immediate and effective responses to emergency cases involving pilgrims.The minister also inaugurated a pioneering technological initiative with the smart health bracelet. The bracelet is designed to monitor the health status of security personnel in the field by...
June 01, 2025

Interior Minister inaugurates field hospital in Arafat and inspects Hajj Media Operations Center

The Arafat sermon translation project aims to convey Islam’s message of tolerance to a global audience in their native languages, fostering better communication between Muslims and non-Muslims.
Arafat sermon to disseminate among global audience in 34 languages
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has completed preparations for the Arafat sermon translation project. The project aims to convey Islam’s message of tolerance to a global audience in their native languages, fostering better communication between Muslims and non-Muslims. It also underscores the Kingdom’s pivotal role in serving the Two Holy Mosques and its unwavering commitment to supporting pilgrims worldwide.The project aims to provide real-time translation of the Arafat sermon in more than 34 languages, making it one of the largest initiatives of the Hajj season. A key feature of the project is the integration of Quick Response (QR) codes, which offer easy access to both textual and audio...
June 01, 2025

Arafat sermon to disseminate among global audience in 34 languages

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan addressing a press conference in Amman on Sunday.
Saudi FM: Israel's blocking of Ramallah meeting proof of ‘extremism’
Saudi Gazette report AMMAN — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said on Sunday that the Israeli government’s refusal to allow a delegation of Arab ministers to Ramallah in the occupied West Bank showed its “extremism and rejection of peace.” Addressing a press conference in Amman after attending the extraordinary meeting of the Arab-Islamic Ministerial Committee on Gaza Strip, Prince Faisal also underscored that the creation of an independent Palestinian state is the only viable solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict. Prince Faisal said: "The committee praised the reform agenda that Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is working on." He stressed that the Palestinian Authority is facing a party that does not want any solutions. "The Palestinian...
June 01, 2025

Saudi FM: Israel's blocking of Ramallah meeting proof of ‘extremism’

Over 3,300 tons of Zamzam water consumed at Prophet’s Mosque in just 15 days
Saudi Gazette reportMADINAH — The General Authority for the Care of the Prophet’s Mosque has stepped up its operations and service offerings to accommodate the rising number of worshippers in Madinah during the 1446 Hajj season, focusing on Zamzam water distribution, hygiene, and hospitality.In coordination with the Haram Authority, significant quantities of Zamzam water bottles and containers were made available throughout the Prophet’s Mosque, including on the rooftop and at chilled drinking stations across the courtyards. Services were maintained around the clock to meet the needs of pilgrims and worshippers.From the 15th of Dhul-Qi’dah to the first of Dhul-Hijjah, the Authority reported the distribution of 218,336 bottles of Zamzam water to worshippers in both the men’s and...
June 01, 2025

Over 3,300 tons of Zamzam water consumed at Prophet’s Mosque in just 15 days

Makkah completes major upgrades around Grand Mosque to ease pilgrim flow
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — The Royal Commission for Makkah City has completed a broad range of infrastructure and urban development projects in the central area surrounding the Grand Mosque, in preparation for the 2025 Hajj season.The upgrades aim to enhance pedestrian flow, improve crowd distribution, and raise the operational readiness of high-density zones around the mosque.As part of the project, pedestrian sidewalks and walkways were expanded across more than 235,000 square meters, creating easier and safer access to the Grand Mosque from key transportation routes and surrounding facilities.Over 30,000 square meters of shaded areas have been installed to protect pilgrims and worshippers from intense heat, enhancing comfort while walking or waiting.Prayer areas were also extended,...
June 01, 2025

Makkah completes major upgrades around Grand Mosque to ease pilgrim flow

World’s largest cooling system activated at Grand Mosque ahead of Hajj 1446
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has activated the largest cooling system of its kind in the world, as part of preparations for the 1446 Hajj season.The system boasts a total capacity of 155,000 tons of cooling.The air conditioning infrastructure of the Grand Mosque relies on two main stations: Al-Shamiya Station, with a capacity of 120,000 tons, and Ajyad Station, with a capacity of 35,000 tons.These stations cover the entire mosque complex, including all expansion areas, ensuring pilgrims experience moderate and comfortable temperatures ranging from 22°C to 24°C.To maintain optimal air quality, the system integrates advanced purification technologies capable of removing 95% of airborne impurities.This...
June 01, 2025

World’s largest cooling system activated at Grand Mosque ahead of Hajj 1446

Next >
footer logo
COPYRIGHT © 2025 WWW.SAUDIGAZETTE.COM.SA - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Powered by NewsPress
NEWS CATEGORY
saudi arabia world opinion business sports esports life
COMPANY
advertisements about us Epaper contact us Archive privacy policy