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From $1 to $63k: Rare Indian 'Hajj note' spotlights unique history

From $1 to $63k: Rare Indian 'Hajj note' spotlights unique history

The La'l Note, a unique Indian currency issued to Muslim pilgrims travelling to Hajj in the 1950s and 1960s, has become a rare historical treasure worth over $63,000.

WHO unveils deal with Saudi Arabia on Hajj health cards

WHO unveils deal with Saudi Arabia on Hajj health cards

The card will allow travelers to share their health details with healthcare providers in Saudi Arabia in case of emergencies during the Hajj pilgrimage.

Senegal tightens anti-Covid measures

Senegal tightens anti-Covid measures

Senegal has tightened anti-Covid-19 measures following deaths registered among Hajj pilgrims in Saudi Arabia.

Egyptian Hajj death toll rises to 672

Egyptian Hajj death toll rises to 672

At least 672 Egyptians have been confirmed dead during Hajj pilgrimage, authorities have said.

Egypt to arraign travel agents for 'fraudulent' trips to Mecca

Egypt to arraign travel agents for 'fraudulent' trips to Mecca

The Egyptian government has said it will arraign travel agents accused of organising "fraudulent" trips for Mecca-bound pilgrims.

El Mouftahi: Cycling from Morocco to Mecca to bring hope

El Mouftahi: Cycling from Morocco to Mecca to bring hope

The adventurer documented his journey on social media, with pictures showing him travelling through dense jungle and climbing rugged hill slopes.

Nigerian woman honoured for returning lost $80,000

Nigerian woman honoured for returning lost $80,000

Aishatu Guru Nahuce from Zamfara State in Nigeria returned $80,000 that she picked during Hajj, an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

How Muslims perform largest Hajj after Covid-19

How Muslims perform largest Hajj after Covid-19

Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam and it is obligatory on every adult Muslim who is physically, mentally and financially capable.

Around two million worshippers start Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia

Around two million worshippers start Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia

The pilgrimage is one of the five pillars of Islam, and all Muslims are required to make the Hajj at least once in their lives if they are able to do it.