Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has introduced new amendments to Umrah visa regulations, reducing the validity of the entry visa from three months to one month from the date of issuance. However, the validity period for stay after a pilgrim’s arrival in the Kingdom remains unchanged at three months, according to sources quoted by Al Arabiya. The new …
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- 22 October
The British High Commissioner visited the historic Masjid Al-Abrar Mosque in Beruwala.
British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Andrew Patrick visited the Masjid Al-Abrar Mosque in Beruwala, which is considered to be one of the oldest mosques in Sri Lanka. During his visit, the Ambassador also inquired about the history of the mosque, its architecture and its contributions to social cohesion. This event is an example to the world of …
Read More » - 21 October
Zahira College Islamic Society Celebrates Meelad un Nabi Day
Zahira College Islamic Society has organized annual Meelad un Nabi Day and Prize Giving Ceremony was held at the N.D.H. Abdul Ghaffoor Hall on Saturday October 18. It was held under the patronage of Principal of the College Trizviiy Marikkar. Meelad un Nabi Day Committee Chairman Shakeer Shafeek delivered the welcome address. Ministry of Education Muslim Schools Development Branch Director …
Read More » - 21 October
Sri Lankan group concludes a two-week Training Program at ILIM in Malaysia
A 15- member group headed by director of Muslim Religious and Cultural Affairs M S M Nawas returned to the island from Malaysia on Monday, early morning, on October 20, following a two-week Training Program in Malaysia The Training Program on Administration and Governance was conducted from October 6th to 17th, 2025, by the Institut Latihan Islam Malaysia (ILIM) under …
Read More » - 21 October
New Leadership Takes Helm at All Ceylon Hajj Tour Operators Association
The All Ceylon Hajj Tour Operators Association (ACHTOA), the national body representing 28 licensed Hajj tour operators, elected its new Executive Committee for 2025/2026 at the Annual General Meeting held on Monday , October 20 at the Mandarina Hotel, Colombo 03. Authorized on 24 February 1997 by the Minister of Trade under Section 3(b) of the Societies Ordinance (Chapter 123), …
Read More » - 15 October
Zahira College OBA Fellowship Day 2025
The much-anticipated “Zahira College OBA Fellowship Day 2025”, hosted by the Old Boys’ Association (OBA) of Zahira College, unfolded in spectacular fashion, blending grandeur with elegance to create an unforgettable celebration. Held on October 12, at the iconic Ghaffoor Hall, the event stood as a masterclass in meticulous planning and flawless execution, offering a dazzling array of activities that captivated …
Read More » - 15 October
24 teams take part in Hameed Al Husseinie College Seven-A-Side Cricket Tournament
The Hameed Al Husseinie College Group of 2003 recently organized a Seven-A-Side Cricket Tournament at the Champ Turf – Indoor Cricket and Futsal Arena in Malabe. The event was held under the patronage of Abdul Hakeem, President of the Group of 2003. Twenty-four teams comprising old boys participated in the tournament. Avengers CC emerged as the champions, with team …
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