BY: MUHAMMAD TAQI USMANI Muharram is the month with which the Muslims begin their lunar Hijrah Calendar. It is one of the four sanctified months about which the Holy Quran says, “The number of the months according to Allah is twelve months (mentioned) in the Book of Allah on the day in which He created heavens...
BY: MUHAMMAD MUMTAZ ALI As technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), continues to advance, it sparks debates about its potential impact on humanity. While some see it as a solution to challenges such as diseases and disasters, others raise concerns about the ethical and societal implications. This discussion delves into the intersections of AI, transhumanism, and Islamic...
TAREQ AL-THAQAFI MAKKAH: The Saudi National Center for Meteorology announced on Tuesday that this year’s Hajj weather at the holy sites is expected to be extremely hot with strong surface winds during the day, which may cause dust and sandstorms at times, especially in open areas and on the highways. Ayman bin Salem Ghulam, the...
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Haramain Express is prepared to meet expected demand for train trips during this year’s Hajj season. Saudi Arabian Railways, in coordination with the operators of Haramain Express, said they plan to operate more than 3,800 train trips, providing more than 1.6 million seats, an increase of more than 100,000 seats compared with...
RIYADH: Makkah police have arrested two Egyptian residents for promoting a fraudulent Hajj campaign through social media, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. The campaign falsely promised accommodation, transportation, and securing a sacrifice for pilgrims. Authorities apprehended the individuals, took legal action, and referred them to the Public Prosecution, SPA reported. The Directorate of...
BY: KANZ UL HUDA In the tapestry of Islamic teachings, the family holds a sacred and central position. Rooted in the Quranic injunctions and exemplified in the traditions of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ the institution of family in Islam is not merely a social construct but a divine framework that nurtures love, compassion, and stability. At its...
RIYADH: The Council of Senior Scholars in Saudi Arabia said in a statement that it is mandatory for Muslims to obtain a Hajj permit if they will perform pilgrimage. The council said obtaining a permit is obligatory to comply with the Sharia law, and facilitate Hajj and safeguard the sanctity of the Holy Sites. Performing...
BY: MANSOOR AHMED Knowingly or unknowingly, we all sin and make mistakes. This is something from our nature as human beings that we will never be able to completely overcome. We all fall into that second look or say a white lie or miss a salah (prayer). While we may repent from the sin after, an...
Addis Abeba – The Ethiopian Islamic Affairs Supreme Council has expressed grave concerns over a reported wave of attacks specifically targeting Muslims in the Amhara regional state in recent months. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Council outlined numerous alleged incidents of violence against the Muslim community in the region. One of the most recent incidents,...
By Adan Makina This is an excerpt from Author Adan Makina’s upcoming book: “The Tatar Invasions of Muslim Lands: from Islamic and secular perspectives.” The Qur’an, a divine, authentic book that is without doubt and revealed to The Messenger of Allaah, Muhammad, Peace Be Upon Him, was delivered by Archangel Jibril (Gabriel) in the blessed...