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UN envoy calls for de-escalation in Syria
United Nations: UN Deputy Special Envoy for Syria, Najat Rochdi, has called for urgent de-escalation in Syria and warned of the spillover of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. “We remain deeply concerned about the…
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Aster DM Healthcare to separate India, Gulf businesses
New Delhi: Aster DM Healthcare on Tuesday said it will separate its India and Gulf businesses by way of a deal worth over USD 1 billion. The company said it has received…
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Saudi Cabinet approves MoU of the principles of India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Council of Ministers has approved the memorandum of understanding (MoU) regarding the principles of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC). The decision was announced during a…
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India has walked the talk on climate change, says Indian envoy
Dubai: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), for the COP28 Summit, Indian Ambassador to UAE, Sanjay Sudhir said on Tuesday that New Delhi has always…
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Israel releases more 30 Palestinians; Hamas frees 12 hostages
Tel Aviv: As a part of an extended truce deal, Israel Prison released 30 Palestinian prisoners on Tuesday, reported The Times of Israel. The Israel Prisons Service confirmed that it facilitated the…
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Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh wins bid to host World Expo 2030
The hosting rights of the highly anticipated World Expo 2030 was awarded to Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh on Tuesday, November 28. The announcement was made during the 173rd General Assembly of the…
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UAE National Day: 50% discount on traffic fines in Umm Al Quwain
Abu Dhabi: Umm Al Quwain Police have announced a 50 percent discount on traffic fines in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of country’s 52nd National day celebration. In a statement issued…
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BBC under fire for mistranslating Arabic interview of released Palestinian prisoner
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has come under fire for mistranslating an Arabic interview with one of the Palestinian prisoners released by Israel on Friday, November 24, as part of the humanitarian ceasefire agreement. During…
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Egyptian journalist Amr Adeeb obtains Saudi citizenship
Amr Adeeb, a renowned Egyptian journalist, announced that he has obtained Saudi citizenship in addition to his Egyptian nationality. Adeeb, on MBC Egypt’s Al-Hekaya programme, said, “Recently, I have been granted Saudi…
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India’s position on Gaza crisis ‘remarkable’ from day one: Israeli envoy
New Delhi: Israeli defence forces have completely destroyed Hamas’s infrastructure in northern Gaza except the underground tunnels and the focus at the end of the current pause in fighting will be to…
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Haj 2024 prices expected to decrease in Kuwait
Kuwait: The prices of Haj packages from Kuwait are expected to decrease for the upcoming pilgrimage season, according to the Head of Kuwait Haj Caravans Union Ahmad Al-Duwaihi. Al-Duwaihi attributed the expected…
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Saudi Arabia: Riyadh Season attracts 5M visitors since its launch
The Riyadh Season 2023, an entertainment and tourist festival in Saudi Arabia, has attracted five million visitors in just a month of its launch. The announcement was made on X by the…
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Abu Dhabi shines with 4,800 geometric shapes for 52nd National Day
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi City Municipality has adorned the streets with 4,800 illuminating geometric shapes to mark the 52nd National Day. The initiative symbolises unity, creating a festive atmosphere for Emiratis and…
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Dubai tops in Mideast on Global Power City Index 2023
Abu Dhabi: Dubai ranked first in the Middle East region and eighth globally in the Global Power City Index (GPCI) 2023 for city cleanliness, work flexibility, low unemployment and corporate tax. This…
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Gujarat Home Minister, Vivek Oberoi attends IGF 2023 in Dubai
Dubai: Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi attended the India Global Forum Middle East and Africa 2023 in Dubai and elaborated on the state’s achievements and business opportunities aiming to attract investments ahead…
