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Bangladesh open to joining Saudi-Pak-Turkiye pact: Ministers
Dhaka: Bangladesh is open to joining the recently formed defence alliance between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkiye, two junior ministers have said, while stressing that any decision would be guided by the…
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Qatar Telugu diaspora raises QR 42,966 to help bereaved family
Doha: The Telugu diaspora in Qatar has come together to support the family of a Telangana man who recently died in the country, raising QR 42,966 (around INR 11.19 lakh) to help…
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Christian man wins Umrah trip for Muslim neighbour in Egypt
Cairo: A Christian man in Egypt has won an Umrah trip after taking part in an Islamic religious competition, with the sole aim of securing the prize for his Muslim neighbour, who…
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Kuwait to end visit visa, absence permit extensions
Kuwait City: Kuwait will end exceptional extensions for visit visas and absence permits from September 1, 2026, with the Ministry of Interior restoring the standard legal periods and procedures. For residents outside…
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Over 20,000 Pakistanis deported from Gulf amid security concerns
Lahore: More than 20,000 Pakistani nationals were deported from Gulf countries, mostly from Saudi Arabia and the UAE, in recent months due to security concerns and multiple reasons, amid the ongoing conflict…
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Turkey seeks Interpol red notice for Netanyahu over Gaza flotilla
Turkey has requested an Interpol Red Notice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over a case concerning the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla, a Gaza-bound civilian aid mission. In a post…
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Indian cricketer dies after collapsing during match in Oman
Muscat: A 35-year-old Indian expat died on Friday, August 21, after collapsing during a tennis-ball cricket match in Al Hail, Oman, according to media reports. The deceased was identified as Shabeer Basheer,…
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Jashn-e-Deccan 2026 honours students, community service in Oman
Muscat: Jashn-e-Deccan 2026, the signature cultural event of the Deccani Wing of Indian Social Club Oman, brought together members of the Indian community to celebrate academic achievement, community service and cultural heritage.…
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Trump calls Strait of Hormuz ‘American territory’
On Saturday, August 22, 175 days into the US-Iran war, US President Donald Trump described the Strait of Hormuz as “American territory” and warned Iran against acquiring a nuclear weapon, as tensions…
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Gulf states hosting US bases ‘supported’ attack: Iran official
New Delhi: Gulf countries hosting American bases not only “provided logistical help but fully supported” the US in carrying out a military attack on Iran, a top official of the judiciary in…
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China calls for US-Iran dialogue, opposes sanctions on Tehran
China on Friday, August 21, asserted that the United States’ imposition of “sanctions and pressure” would not help resolve conflict in the region. China’s observation comes in the wake of Washington’s open…
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Indian Embassy in Saudi hiring translator at SR 7,200 salary
If you are looking for a job in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), there is an opportunity for you. The Embassy of India in Riyadh has invited applications from eligible Indian…
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You’re supporting Gaza genocide: Protester confronts NZ PM Luxon
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon was confronted by a pro-Palestine protester during a public meeting in Christchurch on Wednesday, August 19, with the demonstrator accusing his government of supporting Israel amid…
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Video: 21 Indian sailors take cover during Iran attack in Hormuz
An old video of an April 22 attack in the Strait of Hormuz has been shared by the Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI), showing 21 Indian seafarers taking cover inside a…
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22 Indians among crew of 2 vessels hijacked off Yemen, Somalia
New Delhi: Two commercial vessels carrying a total of 22 Indian nationals have been hijacked by armed pirates in separate incidents off Yemen and Somalia, a senior shipping ministry official said Friday,…
