- Education and Career
Micro-school prioritising Islamic ethos and Academic success
Hyderabad: A quiet revolution in education is taking place in recent years. In 2025, more Muslim parents are rethinking what “quality education” truly means. For many, it’s no longer about grades and…
- Middle East
Saudi Green Card: Benefits, eligibility, costs and how to apply
The Saudi Premium Residency, often referred to as the “Saudi Green Card,” is a special residency programme that offers expats long-term residency with enhanced rights and opportunities. It allows greater independence, property…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia announces largest ever Haj operation plan
Riyadh: With Haj season just a few weeks away, Saudi Arabia has unveiled the largest operational plan in the history of the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques.…
- Middle East
Haj 2025: Indian expat arrested for using ambulance to transport four people to Makkah
Makkah: Saudi authorities have arrested an Indian expatriate for illegally using an ambulance to transport four individuals to Makkah in violation of Haj 2025 regulations. According to the Haj Security Forces, the…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia, UAE welcomes India-Pakistan ceasefire agreement
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire between India and Pakistan on Saturday, May 10, expressing optimism that the move…
- Middle East
Documentary claims to identify Israeli soldier who shot journalist Shireen Abu Akleh
A new documentary has reportedly identified the Israeli soldier responsible for the fatal shooting of Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh in 2022. Shireen was shot in the head on the morning of…
- Education and Career
Hyderabad to host 6-Day Mind Mastery workshop by Memory Khan
Hyderabad: Are you ready to unlock your brain’s full potential? Memory Khan’s Mind Mastery workshop is set to take place in Hyderabad from Thursday, May 15 to Thursday, May 22. In this…
- Middle East
Saudi man released after 19 years in US prison, to be deported
United States (US) authorities have decided to release Saudi citizen Homaidan Al-Turki after he spent nearly two decades in prison. This recent decision follows three days of deliberations to overturn the ruling…
- Middle East
Israel dropped over 100,000 tonnes of explosives on Gaza since Oct 2023
Since launching its military campaign on the Gaza Strip on October 7, 2023, Israel has dropped more than 100,000 tonnes of explosives on the besieged enclave. According to the Gaza Government Media…
- Middle East
Video: Indonesian Haj pilgrim dies onboard flight to Madinah
An Indonesian Haj pilgrim from Sidoarjo Regency, East Java, passed away onboard a Saudi Arabian Airlines flight from Juanda International Airport to Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah. The deceased,…
- Middle East
Umrah 1447: Saudi Arabia reveals dates for visa, travel, and departure
Riyadh: The Ministry of Haj and Umrah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has released the official Umrah season calendar for the year 1447 AH. This announcement outlines the key milestones and…
- Middle East
Dubai: First phase of Al Maktoum Int’l Airport to be completed by 2032
The first phase of Dubai’s new Al Maktoum International Airport (AMIA) is scheduled for completion by 2032. Once operational, the new mega-hub will gradually take over all flight operations from Dubai International…
- Middle East
Indian IT specialist in UAE wins Rs 8 cr in Dubai Duty Free draw
Dubai: A simple ticket bought at Dubai Airport turned into a life-changing fortune for an Indian expat — making him the 500th person to win one million US dollar (Rs 8,54,35,000) in…
- Middle East
Emirates to offer 22-week bonus to staff after record profit
Dubai: Emirates Group announced on Thursday, May 8, that it will award employees a 22-week salary bonus following record-breaking financial performance for the fiscal year 2024–2025. The airline reported its highest-ever annual…
- Middle East
Dubai: Gold prices for 24, 22 and 18 carat drop sharply
Gold prices in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), fell significantly on the afternoon of Thursday, May 8, with rates dropping by Dirhams 9 (Rs 208.35) per gram. According to the Dubai Jewellery…
