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Lucknow: The Hajj Committee of India has begun accepting online applications for Hajj 2026 and set a deadline of July 31, 2025. This year, the 'Short Duration' Hajj option has been introduced for the pilgrims to choose from. However, the new offer has sparked debate in Uttar Pradesh as many community leaders have raised concerns. According to an official, the 'Short Duration' Hajj scheme will allow pilgrims to undertake a compressed 20-day pilgrimage instead of the traditional 40-day journey. It claimed that the new option is designed for those with limited time and is officially voluntary, although it will cost slightly more for the aspirants. Former member of the Haj Committee of India (HCI), Hafiz Naushad, has expressed strong objections in a letter to the Minority Welfare Minister and the Haj Committee. "This 20-day format should not be promoted at the expense of the traditional experience. Most people want to stay in Mecca and Medina for 40 days and worship. If they are forcibly given 20 days of Hajj, they will be deprived of real worship," Naushad wrote. In response, the Hajj committee officials in UP have clarified that the 'Short Duration' option would not be mandatory.
Hyderabad: The Haj Committee of India conducted the draw of lots, known as Qurrah or Qurandazi, here on Wednesday to select pilgrims for Hajj 2026. Applicants who submitted their forms by the August 7 deadline can now check if they have been selected. Hajj 2026 is expected to take place between May 24 and 29, 2026. Pilgrims can check their selection status online after 11:30 AM on 13th August 2025. Follow these steps: Scroll down to the bottom and locate the "Cover Enquiry" section. Enter your complete Cover Number in the given box. Your Pilgrim Details Page will open, showing your selecti ...Read More >
New Delhi: Traffic in central Delhi will be affected on Thursday as the traffic police has issued an advisory due to the Janmashtami and Tazia processions.According to police, the traffic movement in Paharganj is likely to be affected from 1.30pm in view of the shobha yatra for Janmashtami and the Tazia procession.The Janmashtami procession will start from Mandir Shri Banke Bihari Ji in Paharganj's Sangatrasan Bazar and pass through Desh Bandhu Gupta Road, Chuna Mandi, Main Bazar, Munja Chowk and Arakashan Road. The Tazia procession will start from Ajmeri Gate and proceed through Pul Paharganj ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 8: The Ministry of Minority Affairs said on Tuesday that applications for Haj 2026 can be filed by pilgrims through the online Haj Application Form till July 31. The process for registration for the Haj 2026 pilgrimage was opened by Haj Committee of India, under the Ministry of Minority Affairs. The Ministry's announcement for Haj 2026 said, "The Haj Committee of India invites applications for Haj-2026 from intending pilgrims through the online Haj Application Form, available on the official website https://hajcommittee.gov.in and the mobile application 'Haj Suvidha' (availabl ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The Telangana Haj Committee is offering a free online application facility for pilgrims intending to undertake Haj in 2026. Minister Adluri Lakshman inaugurated the service at the Haj House on Saturday, assuring that the committee would ensure smooth arrangements. Officials said the last date to submit applications is July 31. Children below 12 years are not eligible. Applicants must complete the process early and ensure that their passports are valid until at least December 31, 2026. ...Read More >