Saifullah Hasan
UAE Correspondent
How Driver Fatigue and Lax Oversight Led to the Madinah Pilgrim Inferno
November 17, 2025
Stop the Annual Bloodshed: 45 Dead Demand Hajj Safety Reckoning on Saudi Highways-The horrific bus collision and subsequent fire near Madinah that claimed the lives of forty-five Indian Umrah pilgrims on Monday is not merely a catastrophic accident; it is a tragic, recurring signal of critical systemic failures on Saudi Arabia’s sacred highways. This tragedy, which devastated dozens of families primarily from Hyderabad and Telangana, forces a painful reckoning with the urgent need for comprehensive transportation safety reform for the millions of faithful who visit the holy sites each year, Daily Dazzling Dawn understands.
Saudi Arabia Weighs New COVID Rules Amid Global Variant Threat
June 21, 2025
As a new, highly transmissible COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1 (dubbed "Nimbus"), spreads globally, and with millions of pilgrims still converging on Islam's holiest sites post-Hajj, Saudi Arabia is intensifying its health precautions.
Tomorrow: The Hajj Starts Wednesday
June 03, 2025
Wednesday, June 4, marks the official commencement of the annual Hajj rituals in Makkah Mukaramah, drawing an anticipated two million pilgrims from across the globe. As tens of thousands have already begun arriving in Mina, the world's largest tent valley, preparations are in full swing to accommodate this immense influx. This year's pilgrimage, which sees a significant contingent from various nations, is underpinned by stringent logistical and safety measures, Daily Dazzling Dawn understands.
Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia Unveils Packages on Nusuk App & Portal
March 31, 2025
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has officially opened bookings for Hajj 2025 packages for citizens and residents within the Kingdom. These packages are now available through the Nusuk app and its dedicated online portal.
Expatriates' Eid: Stories of a Nostalgic Celebration in a Distant Land
March 30, 2025
Eid in one’s homeland carries a unique sense of emotion, love, and festivity. The joy of spending time with family and loved ones, performing the Eid prayer together, visiting relatives' homes—all these create an unparalleled experience. However, for expatriates, Eid is somewhat different. The familiar festive atmosphere is absent, and the warmth of loved ones is missing.
UAE Becomes the World's Second Safest Country
March 27, 2025
According to a survey, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been ranked as the second safest country in the world in 2025. Data published by the crowd-sourced online database Numbeo indicates that the UAE, home to people from over 200 nationalities, has achieved a safety index score of 84.5.
Over 6,000 Expats Arrested in UAE
February 04, 2025
More than 6,000 expatriates have been arrested in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for violating visa-related laws after the deadline for the general amnesty for illegal immigrants expired
Babar Falls Ill, Hospitalized in Dubai
January 31, 2025
Former BNP leader and ex-State Minister for Home Affairs, Lutfozzaman Babar, has been hospitalized in Dubai after experiencing severe breathing difficulties while en route to Saudi Arabia for Umrah.
Visa Complications in the UAE to Be Resolved Soon
December 25, 2024
There’s great news for those planning to travel to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Abdullah Hamudi, the UAE ambassador to Bangladesh, has announced that tourist visas will become available starting February.
Dubai to Build 6,500 Kilometers of Pedestrian-Friendly Roads
December 11, 2024
The United Arab Emirates is undertaking a major project to transform Dubai into a pedestrian-friendly city by 2040. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE’s Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has approved a project to construct and renovate over 6,500 kilometers of pedestrian pathways.
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