- Middle East
Indian pilgrim saved after stroke during Umrah at Grand Mosque
An Indian pilgrim was recently saved by a specialised medical team after suffering a stroke while performing Umrah rituals at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Emergency teams from the Saudi…
- Middle East
Fact check: Mumbai to Dubai in 2 hours via underwater train?
A proposed high-speed underwater train project that could link Mumbai to Dubai in just two hours and cover the distance of nearly 2,000 kilometres is once again making headlines, following widespread coverage…
- Middle East
Dubai’s Global Village season 29 closing date announced
Dubai’s much-loved family destination, Global Village, has announced that season 29 will officially close on May 11. The announcement was shared on the official Global Village X account, encouraging visitors to make…
- Middle East
Haj 2025: Saudi Arabia bans entry into Makkah from April 29
Pilgrims and visitors will not be allowed to enter Makkah, Saudi Arabia, from Tuesday, April 29, without a valid Haj 1446 AH-2025 permit. This move is part of a wider set of…
- Middle East
Jobs in Saudi Arabia, UAE: Apple hiring for multiple roles
Looking to advance your career in the technology sector within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) or the United Arab Emirates (UAE)? Apple is currently offering exciting job opportunities across both countries.…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia: 5 days left to claim 50 pc discount on traffic fines
The Saudi General Department of Traffic has reminded motorists that only five days remain to benefit from the 50 percent discount on outstanding traffic fines. The discount applies to violations committed before…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia tops global ranking for women empowerment in AI
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has been ranked first globally for empowering women in artificial intelligence (AI) marking a major step forward for gender inclusion in technology. This is according…
- Middle East
Saudi economy records highest liquidity in its history
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s economy recorded its highest-ever level of cash liquidity by the end of February 2025, reaching approximately 3.033 trillion Saudi riyals. The surge in available liquidity marks an increase of…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia rejects displacement of Palestinians from Gaza: FM
Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan on Friday, April 11, reaffirmed the Kingdom’s categorical rejection of the forced displacement of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip under any circumstances. Speaking at…
- Middle East
Indian low-cost airline to launch direct flights to Fujairah
India’s largest low-cost airline, IndiGo, has announced the launch of direct flights from Mumbai and Kannur to Fujairah, United Arab Emirates (UAE), effective May 16. The new daily services to Fujairah will…
- Middle East
DP World begins construction of Bharat Mart in Dubai
Global logistics giant DP World has officially begun construction of Bharat Mart, a large-scale B2B and B2C marketplace in Dubai. The initiative is designed to enhance international trade between Indian exporters and…
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Saudi Arabia warns pilgrims against unofficial Haj channels
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah warned those wishing to perform Haj against dealing with unofficial channels. In a statement on X, the Ministry stressed that entry…
- Middle East
World’s Wealthiest Cities 2025: New York tops, Dubai and Riyadh among fastest climbers
New York has topped the list of the world’s wealthiest cities in 2025, while Dubai and Riyadh ranked among the fastest climbers. According to the World’s Wealthiest Cities report, the United States…
- Middle East
Emirates serves 90M passengers on India-Dubai route since 1985
Emirates Airline has served more than 90 million passengers between Dubai and India since launching operations in 1985. The milestone was shared during the official visit of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia discovers 14 new oil, gas fields
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s oil giant, Aramco, has discovered 14 new oil and natural gas fields and reservoirs in the Eastern Region and the Empty Quarter. The announcement, made by…
