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Palestinians launch rocket at Israel from Jenin for first time

Tel Aviv: The Israel Defense Forces confirmed on Monday afternoon that Palestinians in Jenin launched a rocket for the first time. According to the IDF, the rocket exploded in an area under…
Telangana Haj pilgrims encounter accommodation challenges in Mina

Hyderabad: Following the commencement of Haj and the transfer of Telangana Haj pilgrims to Mina, pilgrims have faced significant challenges in securing adequate accommodation. Disturbing reports have emerged, as pilgrims who departed…

UAE: Fire breaks out in Ajman residential building, brought under control

Ajman: A fire that broke out in a residential building in Ajman has been put out, Khaleej Times reported quoting officials. The incident took place at Tower 02 of the Ajman One…
Photos: Haj 2023 begins

Riyadh: More than two million pilgrims from around the world amassed in the holy city of Makkah in Saudi Arabia for the Haj pilgrimage, which is considered one of the five pillars…
Haj 2023: Arafat day sermon to be translated in 20 languages

Riyadh: In an effort to convey the message of Islam to the widest possible audience, the Arafat day sermon will be translated into 20 languages, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. The translation…
Dubai: DXB airport parking cost has dropped; check details

Abu Dhabi: If you are planning for Eid Adha or summer holidays and wondering you can drive yourself to the airport and leave your car there? Here is good news for you…
UAE: Dh8.3 million worth prizes at Liwa Dates Festival; check details

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will conduct a 19th edition of the Liwa Date Festival, which will offer Dh8.3 million in prizes for the best 6 local products. The festival will begin…

Koulibaly, Ruben Neves join Al Hilal in Saudi Pro League

Riyadh: The Saudi Pro League outfit Al Hilal confirmed the signing of Senegal defender Kalidou Koulibaly from Chelsea on Sunday. The club took to Twitter and posted a video to announce the…
Saudi Arabia hosted 99 million Haj pilgrims over 54 years

Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) received more than “99 million pilgrims over 54 years,as of last year’s Haj season, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. This is according to data…
Hunger strike in jail deteriorates Hannibal Gaddafi’s health

Hannibal Gaddafi, son of the late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, was taken to a hospital in Lebanon this week as his health deteriorated during a hunger strike in Jail. Gaddafi has been…
Dubai: New NMC hospital opens over 250 job opportunities

Abu Dhabi: A new hospital for the NMC Healthcare Group was inaugurated on Friday in Dubai Investments Park (DIP), opening more than 250 job opportunities. The new hospital consisting of 51 beds was…
In first, Saudi Arabia launches virtual reality glasses to monitor vehicles during Haj

Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Transport General Authority (TGA) for the first time launched virtual reality (VR) glasses to monitor the movement of vehicles during the current Haj season. Saudi Minister…
Haj 2023: Saudi Arabia issues 1.8 million e-visas

Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has issued 1.8 million e-visas for this year’s Haj season 1444 AH/2023 in a record time the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. The announcement was…
Erdogan urges Sweden to end PKK protests for its NATO membership

Ankara: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has urged Sweden to prevent the demonstrations by supporters of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) in Stockholm in exchange for a green light on its…
More than 2 million pilgrims flock to Mina as Haj 2023 begins

Riyadh: More than two million white-clad pilgrims from across the world flocked to the holy site of Mina to spend the day of Tarwiyah as the annual haj pilgrimage begins Monday. With…