- Middle East
Former Indian President Kovind to be chief guest at IBPC Dubai conclave
The Indian Business and Professional Council (IBPC Dubai) announced former Indian President Ram Nath Kovind as the chief guest for its 22nd Anniversary Conclave in Dubai. The event, slated to be held on April…
- Middle East
Kuwait bans Indian man for life after suicide attempt
Kuwait City: The Ministry of Interior (MoI) in Kuwait has deported an Indian man and imposed a lifetime entry ban after he attempted suicide. According to Arabic daily Al-Rai, Coast Guard officers…
- Middle East
Two Indian nurses among five killed in Saudi Arabia car crash
In a tragic accident, two Indian expatriates were among five people killed in a car collision in Saudi Arabia, on Wednesday, April 2. The victims were identified as 27-year-old Akhil Alex and…
- Middle East
Trump to impose 10 pc tariff on GCC imports
In a major trade shift, US President Donald Trump has announced a 10 percent tariff on imports from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Kuwait,…
- Hyderabad
Eid al Fitr celebration and summer camp for kids in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: ilm-X Microschool and Khansland Kids Klub are hosting the Haflatul Eid and Summer Camp in Hyderabad, offering children aged 4 to 10 years a unique blend of faith-based learning and creative…
- Middle East
Indian expat dies in UAE car accident after Eid staycation
In a tragic incident, a 53-year-old Indian expat, residing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), lost her life in a car accident while returning from an Eid staycation. The deceased has been…
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Moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid Al-Fitr on Sunday
Riyadh: The Shawwal crescent moon has been sighted in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, March 29, marking the end of Ramzan 1446 AH-2025. This means Eid Al-Fitr will be on Sunday, March 30.…
- India
India likely to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr 2025 on Monday
India is likely to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr 2025 on Monday, March 31, marking the end of Ramzan. However this is subject to confirmation by the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee based on the sighting of…
- Middle East
Abu Dhabi to launch region’s first ‘Midnight’ electric air taxi
Abu Dhabi is set to become the first city in the region to introduce ‘Midnight’ electric air taxi, following a landmark agreement with US-based Archer Aviation. The announcement, made recently, marking a…
- Middle East
Watch: Satellite debris spotted across Saudi skies
The debris of a Starlink 5314 satellite was spotted blazing across the sky over Saudi Arabia, captured by Khaled Al-Baridi from the Al-Bukayriyah region in Al-Qassim, according to the International Astronomy Centre…
- Middle East
Ramzan 2025: UAE pardons over 500 Indian nationals
In a significant gesture of mercy ahead of Ramzan 1446 AH-2025, which began on March 1, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has pardoned over 500 Indian nationals as part of a large-scale…
- Videos
Video: Woman slaps security officer at Prophet’s Mosque, police investigate
Madinah Region Police confirmed they responded immediately to a viral video showing a woman assaulting a security officer at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. A viral video clip showed a…
- Middle East
Record 4.1 million attend Khatam Al Quran at Grand Mosque
More than 4.1 million worshippers and Umrah pilgrims gathered at the Grand Mosque in Makkah for Isha and Taraweeh prayers, marking the completion of the Quran recitation (Khatam Al Quran) on the…
- Middle East
Watch: First air evacuation from Grand Mosque’s new helipad
Riyadh: The Saudi Red Crescent Authority has successfully carried out the first-ever air medical evacuation from the Grand Mosque in Makkah, marking a significant milestone in emergency healthcare services for visitors. This…
- Middle East
Ramzan 2025: Last Friday prayers held at Grand Mosque, Prophet’s Mosque
Crowds of worshippers performed the last Friday prayer of the holy month of Ramzan at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, in an atmosphere of faith…
