Maintenance of Kaaba and Maqam-e-Ibrahim Completed; Kiswa Raised for Hajj
- 18-Apr-2026
MECCA: Repair work on the Kaaba in Masjid al-Haram was completed on Saturday, ARY News reported. At the onset of the Hajj season, the Ghilaf-e-Kaaba (Kiswa) was raised three meters from the ground. Additionally, maintenance on the interior and exterior walls of the Kaaba was completed within 47 hours. During the restoration, the beautification of […]
Holy Kaaba’s Kiswa displayed outside Makkah for the first time
- 10-Feb-2025
For the first time in history, the sacred covering of the Holy Kaaba, known as the Kiswa, is being exhibited outside Makkah, offering visitors a unique opportunity to witness its intricate craftsmanship up close. The Kiswa, which Muslims around the world face in prayer, is being showcased at the Islamic Arts Biennale held at King […]
Sun to align with holy Kaaba in ‘zero shadow’ position Tomorrow
- 26-May-2021
Astronomers said the celestial phenomenon called “zero shadow” occurs twice every year at the Grand Mosque because of its location between the Equator and the Tropic of Cancer.
Bridge around Kaaba to be demolished by next month: authorities
- 22-Apr-2016
RIYADH: The work on demolition of mataf (makeshift bridge facilitating circumambulation of Holy Kaaba) is likely to be completed by May 27, said the authorities.
Ceremonial washing of Holy Kaaba held
- 08-Nov-2015
MAKKAH: Emir of Makkah region Prince Khaled Al-Faisal today gave a holy bath to the Kaaba on behalf of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman.
The Kaaba over the years — in pictures
- 25-Sep-2015
Millions of Muslims travel to Mecca for the Hajj every year. Muslims travel to Islam’s most sacred mosque, al-Masjid al-Haram, during the six-day pilgrimage.
Groups like Daesh causing damage to Islam, says Saudi grand mufti
- 23-Sep-2015
MOUNT ARAFAT: Saudi Arabia’s top religious figure on Wednesday said Muslims are bound to foil every conspiracy, open or hidden, against the enemies of Islam, ARY News reported.