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HYDRAA secures 198 acres around Khajaguda heritage rock formations

From Haj Pilgrims To Waqf Properties: How AI Is Reshaping Minority Welfare

Officials believe AI tools can eventually improve utilisation of public resources.

Haj pilgrims urged to keep valuables close to them

Supreme Court pulls up Gujarat Police over two-decade delay in land fraud probe

The top court was hearing an appeal filed by a man whose father had lodged a criminal complaint alleging that four individuals forged his signature and executed fabricated property documents while he was away on a Haj pilgrimage in 2002; the Bench directed the police to complete the investigation within six weeks

Controversy over welfare pension distribution in UDF committee office

Local Self-Governments Minister K.M. Shaji informs Assembly that the incident was isolated and that the official responsible for the incident has been removed

Abhijeet Dipke’s family relocates as his political steps spark worries

The Dipkes have temporarily shifted from their home in the MIDC Waluj area of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, formerly Aurangabad, to an undisclosed location.

Kerala takes up monsoon preparedness activities

Cleaning and monsoon preparedness measures were being carried out by the health and sanitation committees in 17,661 wards, Minister for Local Self-Governments K.M. Shaji informs the Assembly.

UK tribunal orders truant employer to pay Kerala man Rs 38.4L for not giving a day's work

A Kerala man, Shabin Shaji, was awarded £30,000 by a UK tribunal after a care agency brought him to Britain on a healthcare visa but failed to provide any work or pay. Shaji, who spent £17,000 to secure the visa, faced extreme hardship, relying on charity for survival. The agency's sponsorship license has since been revoked.

Baggage curbs at Srinagar airport force returning Hajj pilgrims to stopover at Ahmedabad

Five kg check-in baggage per pilgrim will be carried on the Ahmedabad-Srinagar flight, while the remaining 30 kg baggage will be transported separately.

Investor’s alleged self-immolation sparks off political row in Kozhikode

Ibrahim Haji, a resident of Thiruvallur, allegedly set himself on fire on Friday morning after pouring petrol over his body outside the house of T.V. Sudheer Kumar, a former Congress district general secretary and former president of Vadakara-based Kadathanad Labour Contract Cooperative Society

Harbhajan meets Shah weeks after BJP switch amid ‘Rajya Sabha seat sale’ feud with AAP: 'Extensive discussion'

Raghav Chadha-led rebel group's member, ex-cricketer Harbhajan Singh says “urged cooperation from the Central Government” for Punjab from Amit Shah.

Hajj travel becomes costlier for pilgrims

The ongoing Iran-US war has increased the cost of travel for pilgrims heading to Saudi Arabia for this year's Hajj, with airfares and travel packages rising sharply across several countries. Higher fuel prices and disruptions to air traffic in the Gulf have pushed up travel expenses for millions of pilgrims preparing for one of Islam's most important religious obligations. In Egypt, which has the largest Muslim population in the Middle East, average airfare for Hajj travellers has increased to 50,000 Egyptian pounds ($956) from 30,000 pounds, according to the country's tourism federation, according to a Bloomberg report. Hajj travel packages have also become more expensive, rising by 30%, with some packages reaching 90,000 pounds compared with 70,000 pounds earlier. The six-day pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca is generally required once in a Muslim's lifetime for those who are able to undertake it. This year's pilgrimage comes amid regional tensions that have affected aviation operations since February. Jazeera Airways, which is transporting more than 30,000 pilgrims from Russia and Central Asian countries to Saudi Arabia, said fares have increased by as much as 40% this season. The Kuwaiti airline attributed the rise to higher fuel costs and the fact that it did not hedge its fuel purchases. Hajj arrivals continue despite disruptions According to travel company WEGO, as quoted by Bloomberg, airfares to Saudi Arabia from major Muslim markets such as Egypt, Pakistan and India have increased between 20% and 40% compared with the same period last year. Some routes are now about 50% more expensive. Despite the disruptions affecting air travel across parts of the Gulf, Saudi Arabia has largely avoided direct impacts. However, the higher travel costs are expected to affect the more than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims who fly to the kingdom for Hajj each year. Religious tourism remains key revenue source Religious tourism has long been an important part of Saudi Arabia's economy. For many years, pilgrimage travel was the country's primary tourism activity and it continues to provide a stable source of revenue. Each country receives a quota that determines how many citizens can perform Hajj, and waiting lists remain common due to strong demand. Saudi Arabia has also made religious tourism a major part of its broader economic plans. The kingdom is investing in improving the pilgrim experience as it seeks to diversify revenue sources. (With Bloomberg inputs)

Climate Change Is Making Hajj Pilgrimage Hotter, Less Safe: Study

The hajj's timing is governed by the Islamic lunar calendar

UN to honour 2 Indian peacekeepers posthumously & award Major Abhilasha Barak

India's unwavering commitment to UN peacekeeping is highlighted as two brave soldiers, Lance Havildar Harbhajan Singh and Naib Subedar Sujit Kumar Pradhan, will be posthumously honored with the Dag Hammarskjold Medal. Major Abhilasha Barak, a pioneering combat helicopter pilot, also receives the Military Gender Advocate of the Year award for her exceptional work.

Lord Govindaraja rides Hanumantha and Gaja vahanams on sixth day

Artistes performing Chekka Bhajana and Kolatam, and ‘Prabandha Goshti’ form a part of the grand processions

Ex-JPMorgan Banker's Lawyer Withdraws Hours Before Sex Abuse Case Hearing

Chirayu Rana had accused Lorna Hajdini of sexually abusing, drugging and repeatedly harassing him.

Pilgrims Kick Off Hajj As War's Trajectory Hangs In Balance

The white-robed pilgrims on buses or on foot arrived at the sprawling encampment in Mina

The Hindu Huddle on Campus to be held at Khaja Bandanawaz University on May 26

The event will focus on the theme “The Age of Distraction and Doomscrolling: Its Impact on Student Behaviour and Mental Health”

"Kill Yourself": JPMorgan Executive Gets Abusive Texts After "Sex Slave" Case

JPMorgan has rejected Chiraya Rana's allegations against Lorna Hajdini