- Middle East
Iraq seeks extradition of man who desecrated Quran in Sweden
Baghdad: The Iraqi authorities have requested Sweden to extradite an Iraqi refugee behind several incidents of Quran desecration in Stockholm. Since June 28, 37-seven-year-old Salwan Momika desecrated several copies of the Quran in front…
- Middle East
UAE ‘spontaneous travellers’ can get discounts on int’l flights at Rs 1,761
Abu Dhabi: Travellers in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) can get discounts on international flights and fly for a cost as little as Dirham 78 (Rs 1,761) if they are prepared to…
- Middle East
Watch: Moroccan players, fans recite Surah Al-Fatiha for earthquake victims
In a touching solidarity initiative with the victims affected by the earthquake, the fans and players of the Moroccan national football team recited the Surah Al-Fatiha (first Surah—chapter of the Quran) before…
- World
Russia to cancel tourist visas for Saudi Arabia, 4 other countries
Moscow: Russia has proposed the complete cancellation of tourist visas to Saudi Arabia and four other countries, Russian News Agency TASS reported. The other four countries are Malaysia Bahrain Oman Kuwait Also…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia to launch first edition of SAFF Women’s Cup
Riyadh: The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) has announced the launch of the first edition of the Saudi Federation Women’s Cup in November with the participation of 16 clubs. The clubs will…
- Sports
Morocco’s national football team to donate their match bonuses to quake victims
Rabat: In a heartfelt display of solidarity with the victims affected by the earthquake, the players and technical staff of Morocco’s national football team have decided to donate all their match bonuses…
- Middle East
Dubai Airport to introduce single biometric for check-in, immigration, boarding
Abu Dhabi: Dubai International Airport (DXB) is working on a project to introduce single biometric for check-in, immigration and boarding the aircraft to facilitate passenger clearance process, local media reported. Speaking during…
- Middle East
Dubai sees surge in issuance of residency permits, golden visas
Abu Dhabi: The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) of Dubai recorded that numbers of residency permits and golden visas issued surged in the first half of 2023, compared to…
- Middle East
Abu Dhabi-based LuLu Group to launch IPO in first half of 2024
Abu Dhabi-based leading hypermarket chain and mall operator in the Middle East, LuLu Group International, expects to launch its initial public offering (IPO) in the first half of 2024. Speaking to media on…
- Middle East
American caver trapped over 3,300 feet underground in Turkey rescued
American explorer was safely rescued on Monday night, September 11, nine days after being trapped more than 1,000 meters (3,300 feet) underground in a cave in southeastern Turkey. “Mark Dickey was removed…
- Middle East
A peek into Dubai’s Marble Palace: The masterpiece worth Rs 1693 cr
Apart from its unique attractions, rich history and safe environment, Dubai is known for its extravagant lifestyle. The homes in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are unmatched in their style, furnishings and…
- Middle East
UAE: Up to Rs 90L fine for violating Commercial Agency Law
In a significant development, the Ministry of Economy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a fine of up to Dirhams 400,000 (Rs 90,36,535) on companies found to be violating the updated…
- Middle East
Watch: Etihad Airways appoints Katrina Kaif as brand ambassador
Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has appointed Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif as its new brand ambassador. Taking to X, formerly Twitter, on Tuesday, September…
- India
Muscat-Chennai flight: 38-year-old Indian passenger dies mid-air
A 38-year-old Indian passenger returning to Chennai from Oman’s capital Muscat allegedly died mid-air in a suspected cardiac arrest on Sunday, September 10. The deceased identified as K Dhanasekaran — was a…