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Hajj 2026: Overseas Pilgrim Arrivals Surpass Last Year Despite Regional Challenges

MAKKAH – More than 1.5 million pilgrims from around the world have already arrived in Saudi Arabia for Hajj 2026, exceeding last year’s international arrival figures despite travel disruptions and regional tensions. According to Beyond Time News, Saudi authorities confirmed that overseas pilgrim arrivals have crossed the 1.5 million mark, reflecting the continued determination of…

Hajj 2026 Preparations Reviewed as Sardar Yousuf Visits Al-Rajhi Tawafa Company in Makkah

MAKKAH – Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Sardar Muhammad Yousuf, visited the headquarters of Al-Rajhi Tawafa Company in Makkah to assess preparations for Hajj 2026, with special focus on arrangements for nearly 95,000 Pakistani pilgrims. According to Beyond Time News, the visit aimed to review logistics, accommodation plans, and on-ground facilities being…

Grand Mosque Imam Urges Pilgrims to Follow Hajj Regulations, Warns Against Performing Hajj Without Permit

MAKKAH – Imam of the Grand Mosque, Sheikh Maher Al-Muaiqly, has urged Muslims to observe the spiritual significance of the first ten days of Dhu Al-Hijjah while strictly adhering to Hajj regulations. He emphasized that compliance with official guidelines helps ensure the safety, security, and smooth management of millions of pilgrims arriving for the annual…

India Faces Power Cuts as Record Heatwave Pushes Electricity Demand Above 270 GW

NEW DELHI – India is facing growing pressure on its power infrastructure as an intense heatwave drives electricity demand to unprecedented levels. Record temperatures across several regions have increased energy consumption, leading to power outages in some cities and prompting authorities to urge citizens to conserve electricity. According to Beyond Time News, peak electricity demand…

Turkey Revokes Licence of Istanbul Bilgi University in Major State Seizure Case

ISTANBUL – Turkey has officially revoked the operating licence of Istanbul Bilgi University, effectively shutting down one of the country’s well-known private institutions. The decision follows a broader criminal investigation and state takeover of the university’s parent company last year. According to Beyond Time News, the closure has raised serious concerns among students, academics, and…

US Says “Slight Progress” in Iran Talks as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Rise

Global diplomatic efforts surrounding Iran and the Strait of Hormuz remain highly sensitive, with officials reporting limited but noticeable progress. At the same time, major disputes continue over nuclear issues, maritime security, and regional stability. According to Beyond Time News, negotiations are still ongoing, while international concern over energy routes and geopolitical risks continues to…

Kuwait International Airport Terminal 1 to Resume Flight Operations from June 1

Phased Return of Flight Operations Announced KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has announced that Terminal 1 at Kuwait International Airport will gradually resume flight operations from June 1, 2026, following the completion of a major rehabilitation and maintenance project. According to Beyond Time News, authorities have finalized preparations for the reopening…

US Navy Official Says Taiwan Arms Sales Put on “Pause” Amid Iran-Related Munitions Demand

Washington — The United States has temporarily halted certain arms sales to Taiwan as it reviews its weapons stockpiles in light of ongoing military requirements connected to operations involving Iran, a senior US Navy official has confirmed. According to Beyond Time News, the development highlights growing pressure on US defense resources as Washington continues to…

Gaza Flotilla Activists Allege Harsh Treatment After Israeli Interception in International Waters

Istanbul New Airport — Activists arriving from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla have accused Israeli forces of violent treatment after being intercepted at sea, describing injuries, harsh detention conditions, and limited access to basic necessities. According to Beyond Time News, the group arrived in Istanbul after being evacuated following their detention by Israeli authorities. Flotilla Intercepted…

Trump Claims US Control of Hormuz, As Iran Rejects Uranium Transfer Demand

Washington, D.C. — US President Donald Trump has claimed that the United States holds “total control” over the Strait of Hormuz through its naval presence, while also reiterating that Iran will not be allowed to retain its stockpile of highly enriched uranium. Speaking at the White House, Trump said the US would ultimately recover Iran’s…