Digital platform streamlines iftar at holy mosques

The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has launched a digital mechanism to organize the Ramadan iftar program for fasting individuals. (SPA)
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Updated 24 January 2026
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Digital platform streamlines iftar at holy mosques

MAKKAH: The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has launched a digital mechanism to organize the Ramadan iftar program for fasting individuals.

Developed in collaboration with the Ehsan National Platform for Charitable Work and the Nusuk Foundation, the system aims to enhance governance, transparency and operational efficiency.

The streamlined process begins with individuals and nonprofit organizations registering on the authority’s official website, followed by secure payment processing through the Ehsan platform.

Once the transaction is confirmed, iftar meal arrangements are finalized, and a formal permit is issued to the donor, ensuring a transparent and documented workflow from start to finish.


Rare exhibits on display at King Abdulaziz Palace

Updated 30 January 2026
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Rare exhibits on display at King Abdulaziz Palace

  • The piece reflects the precision of traditional craftsmanship and its social symbolism tied to strength and horsemanship

RIYADH: Exhibits on display at the King Abdulaziz Palace in the historic village of Laynah highlight rich aspects of human history and environmental change in the Arabian Peninsula as part of a series of palace activation events organized by the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority during the Darb Zubaida Winter Season.

The exhibits feature rare historical artifacts carrying cultural and scientific significance that document different lifestyles and environmental shifts in the region over the centuries.

Among the most notable pieces is a traditional rifle crafted from natural wood and fitted with a handwoven leather strap, historically used for hunting and protection.

The piece reflects the precision of traditional craftsmanship and its social symbolism tied to strength and horsemanship.

The authority stated that the palace welcomes visitors daily until Feb. 15, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., as part of unified tourism programs aimed at organizing visitor flow and providing opportunities to explore historical sites in a safe and engaging environment.