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Published on Apr 25, 2025

Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia's BIG decision, bans entry to Mecca for Indians, and other foreigners without...

Home News Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia’s BIG decision, bans entry to Mecca for Indians, and other foreigners without… Muslims who wish to perform the Hajj 2025 pilgrimage can apply for the necessary Hajj permit via online platforms like Absher and Muqeem. Saudi …

Source: India.com - Center-right
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Who’s banned from Mecca? 6-month jail sentence for violators

As the Hajj season of 2025 approaches, the relevant authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have issued regulations for this year’s pilgrimage, revealing the categories of individuals prohibited from entering Mecca, as well as the categories exempt from …

Source: Egypt Independent - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 25, 2025

2025 Hajj: CBN approves cash-based BTA for pilgrims

The Central Bank of Nigeria has approved the request by pilgrims to be granted cash transactions for the holy pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia. The gesture by the Central Bank of Nigeria is aimed at easing travel demands by the pilgrims in the upcoming Hajj …

Source: Eagle Online - Neutral
Published on Apr 25, 2025

CBN approves cash-based BTA for 2025 Hajj

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved the request by pilgrims to be granted cash transactions for a seamless 2025 holy pilgrimage to Mecca. An official at the Presidency revealed that the development followed the intervention of Vice President …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 25, 2025

2025 Hajj: NAHCON secures 2,800 VIP bed spaces

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved the request of the 2025 intending pilgrims to be granted cash transactions for the holy pilgrimage to Mecca. The approval followed the intervention of Vice-President Kashim Shettima, who appealed to President …

Source: Blueprint Newspapers Limited - Pending
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Haj operator loses final plea in rogue tour case

THE operator of an unlicensed Haj travel group, who was fined BD10,000 for taking pilgrims to Mecca without a permit, has lost his final appeal at Bahrain’s top court. The Cassation Court heard that in the 2023 Haj season (1444 Hijri), the Bahraini …

Source: Gulf Daily News Online - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Hajj: CBN drops move to give pilgrims ATM cards

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved the request by pilgrims to be granted cash transactions for the holy pilgrimage to Mecca, instead of debit cards. This followed the intervention of Vice President Kashim Shettima, who appealed to President …

Source: Daily Trust - Pending
Published on Apr 25, 2025

Saudi Arabia: Expats Without Official Permits Now Banned From Entering Mecca

Saudi Arabia’s Directorate of Public Security has announced that expatriates without official permits are now barred from entering Mecca. Only individuals with: A Mecca-issued residency or work permit (iqama) Or an official Hajj permitwill be allowed entry …

Source: Gulf Insider - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

South African Muslims prepare for Hajj pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia

AROUND 2500 South African Muslims are set to embark on their spiritual journey to Saudi Arabia for their hajj pilgrimage. Every year, millions of Muslims from around the world gather in Mecca in Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj – the sacred Muslim pilgrimage. …

Source: Sunday Tribune - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 24, 2025

CBN approves cash-based BTA for 2025 Hajj pilgrims

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved a cash-based Basic Travel Allowance (BTA) for Nigerians performing the 2025 Hajj. The approval came following the intervention of Vice President Kashim Shettima, who appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

[Saudi Arabia restricts Mecca entry in preparation for Hajj

The Kingdom has also issued stern warnings of heavy penalties for visa overstayers as part of broader efforts to prevent unregistered individuals from performing the pilgrimage. On Wednesday, the Saudi Ministry of Interior announced a series of regulations …

Source: Yemen Online - Pending
Published on Apr 24, 2025

After VP’s intervention, CBN approves cash-based BTA for 2025 Hajj pilgrims

Byline: Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Wednesday approved cash transactions for the Basic Travel Allowance (BTA) of Nigerian pilgrims for the 2025 Hajj in Mecca, replacing the mandatory ATM card policy. The decision …

Source: The Sun Nigeria - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 24, 2025

CBN approves cash payments for hajj pilgrims’ basic travel allowance

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved cash-based payments for the basic travel allowance (BTA) of Nigerian pilgrims heading to Saudi Arabia for this year’s hajj. A statement issued on Thursday by Stanley Nkwocha, senior special assistant to the …

Source: The Cable - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

Hajj 2025: Pilgrims to get cash for travel after Shettima intervenes

In a major policy shift, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved the disbursement of cash-based Basic Travel Allowance (BTA) for Nigerian pilgrims participating in the 2025 Hajj, following the intervention of Vice President Kashim Shettima. …

Source: Daily Post - Neutral
Published on Apr 24, 2025

2025 Hajj: CBN Approves Cash-based BTA To Ease Pilgrims’ Travel Demands

Deji Elumoye in Abuja The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved the request of 2025 intending pilgrims to be granted cash transactions for the holy pilgrimage to Mecca. This followed the intervention of Vice-President Kashim Shettima, who appealed to …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Apr 24, 2025

2025 Hajj: CBN approves cash-based BTA for pilgrims

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has approved the request by the 2025 Hajj intending pilgrims to be granted cash transactions for the holy pilgrimage to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. By Salisu Sani-Idris The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has approved the …

Source: News Diary Online - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 24, 2025

2025 Hajj: CBN Okays Cash After VP Shettima’s Intervention

In a major win for intending Hajj pilgrims, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has greenlit cash transactions for the 2025 pilgrimage, ditching its earlier plan to enforce debit card-only payments. This policy shift follows high-level intervention by Vice …

Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
Published on Apr 23, 2025

Saudi Arabia warns of heavy penalties for overstaying visas ahead of Hajj

The Saudi Ministry of Interior has issued a warning to all expatriates and visitors, stating that those who overstay their visas during the Hajj season will face strict legal consequences. The announcement comes as part of wider efforts to manage the flow …

Source: The Economic Times - Pending
Published on Apr 23, 2025

Iraq, Saudi Arabia discuss preparations for Iraqi pilgrims

Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iraqi Minister of Interior, Abdul Amir Al-Shammari, and the Saudi Minister of Interior, Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, discussed on Monday the arrangements for Iraqi pilgrims who will go to holy …

Source: Iraqi News - Indeterminate

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

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Published on April 21, 2025 - 22:16 GMT

Attorney General Bonta Defends FCC Order Capping the Cost of Phone and Video Call Rates for Incarcerated People and ...

OAKLAND – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, as part of a multistate coalition, filed an amicus brief in support of the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) order capping the cost of phone and video call rates for incarcerated people and …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Following Telnyx’s NAL Response, FCC Supports Reinstating Telnyx to the Industry Traceback Group

Austin, TX, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Telnyx LLC, a leading provider of real-time communications and connectivity solutions, today commended the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for recommending Telnyx’s immediate reinstatement to the …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 19:56 GMT

Consumer Alert: Watch Out for Scam Calls Directed at Chinese Speakers

Monday, April 14, 2025 The Department of Justice is urging North Carolina’s Chinese-American community to be wary of robocalls from scammers speaking Chinese and pretending to be government officials, law enforcement officers, or health care workers. Our …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 18:41 GMT

Consumer Alert: Watch Out for Scam Calls Directed at Chinese Speakers

Monday, April 14, 2025 The Department of Justice is urging North Carolina’s Chinese-American community to be wary of robocalls from scammers speaking Chinese and pretending to be government officials, law enforcement officers, or health care workers. Our …

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Published on April 14, 2025 - 01:43 GMT

FCC Victorville Prison Law Enforcment Officers Hospitalized After Drug Exposure

VICTORVILLE , CA, UNITED STATES, April 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Bureau of Prisons' continued failure to protect its staff has resulted in six officers being hospitalized and four officers treated on-site and released in just …

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Published on April 14, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Village Farms International Announces Favorable Amendment to FCC Credit Agreement

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Village Farms International, Inc. (“Village Farms” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VFF) today announced that it has favorably amended a credit agreement with one of its term lenders, resulting in …

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Published on April 22, 2025 - 03:27 GMT

H.R. 1618, Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act

H.R. 1618 would require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to review its rules concerning fixed, mobile, and earth exploration satellite service and recommend changes that would promote precision agriculture. The bill would require the FCC to …

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Published on April 11, 2025 - 16:53 GMT

FCC Victorville Prison Staff Members Hospitalized After Drug Exposure

VICTORVILLE , CA, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two staff members at the United States Penitentiary Victorville were rushed to a local hospital on Wednesday evening, April 9, 2025, after exposure to an unknown substance. …

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 21:01 GMT

Career Fair - Haven Treatment Center - Vancouver, Washington

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 20:52 GMT

Raising Orchid Kids Condemns Secretary Kennedy's Harmful Comments on Autistic Kids, Adults and Families

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 19:28 GMT

Haven Treatment Center Community Celebration - Vancouver, Washington

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Published on April 26, 2025 - 05:47 GMT

Justice Department Announces Two Cases Involving Judicial Misconduct and Obstruction of Law Enforcement

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 17:43 GMT

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Published on April 26, 2025 - 05:25 GMT

Comer Announces Full Committee Markup on Budget Legislation for April 30

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 16:03 GMT

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 14:06 GMT

Eastern Shore Seniors Rally to Defend Social Security, Medicare; Urge Rep. Andy Harris to Protect Vital Programs

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 23:17 GMT

Justice Department Corrects Past Administration’s Manipulation of Legal System that Sought to Force States to Provide ...

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 23:17 GMT

Two Foreign Nationals Arrested in Serbia for Directing Interstate Stalking and Harassment Scheme Targeting Los Angeles-...

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 11:09 GMT

Armenian National Committee of America Calls on President Trump to Properly Recognize Armenian Genocide

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 23:04 GMT

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 21:32 GMT

DLNR News Release – TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF POLOLŪ TRAIL AND LOOKOUT ON MAY 3

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 15:06 GMT

Maryland Man Indicted for Conspiring to Provide Material Support to Armed Separatist Fighters to Murder, Kidnap, and ...

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 14:15 GMT

Scalise to Lead Bipartisan House Delegation to Attend Funeral of Pope Francis

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Published on April 25, 2025 - 12:49 GMT

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

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