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Haj 2023: Here’s how to register online through Nusuk platform
Pilgrims from more than 58 countries can apply directly for Haj through the new Nusuk Haj platform. Nusuk is the planning and booking platform launched by the Minister of Haj and Umrah…
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UNICEF launches project to train Lebanese for employment opportunities
Beirut: The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) inaugurated in Lebanon’s eastern city of Baalbek a dairy incubator that offers training to build the skills of the youth and creates employment…
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UN Security Council extends Yemen sanctions until November
United Nations: The UN Security Council adopted a resolution to renew Yemen sanctions measures of asset freeze and travel ban until November 15, 2023. Resolution 2675, unanimously adopted by the 15-member council,…
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Who is Rayyanah Barnawi? Know more on Saudi’s 1st woman set to go to space
Riyadh: A big milestone is on the horizon for Saudi Arabia as the Kingdom is sending its first female astronaut, Rayyanah Barnawi, to the International Space Station (ISS) during the second quarter of this…
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Israel firm disrupting elections in India, other nations using fake campaigns: Report
A team of Israeli contractors suspected of interfering in more than 30 elections around the world has been linked with the software used to run bogus social media campaigns in several countries,…
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Iran: Arrest warrant due against chess champion for playing without hijab
The Iranian authorities have issued an arrest warrant for one of Iran’s top-ranked female chess players, Sara Khadem, who competed in an international tournament without wearing a headscarf in December 2022, local…
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UN: 7 million children affected by earthquake in Turkey, Syria
The United Nations said that more than seven million children were affected by the devastating earthquake that struck in southern Turkey and northwestern Syria on Monday and also expressed concern over the…
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Kerala man stabbed to death in Sharjah; suspect arrested
In an unfortunate incident, a 34-year-old Indian man from Kerala was stabbed to death in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Sunday, February 12, by a Pakistani citizen. The police have arrested…
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Zoho reports 10 times growth in 5 yrs, to invest Dhs100m in UAE
Abu Dhabi: Zoho, a global technology company,has announced that it registered 10 times growth in five years since start of its operations in the UAE, which serves as its Middle East and…
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Saudi to construct 3,000 buildings for earthquake victims in Turkey, Syria
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Tuesday evening, announced its intention to establish temporary buildings, with over 3,000 units, for those affected by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. The director…
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WHO urges to ensure cross-border aid delivery between Turkey, Syria
Copenhagen: The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged governments and civil society to work together to ensure cross-border delivery of humanitarian aid between Turkey and Syria and within Syria itself. The WHO’s…
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Israel participates in Aero India 2023 exhibition
Bengaluru: Highlighting the close collaboration between New Delhi and Tel Aviv, Israel participated in the Aero India 2023 exhibition marking 30 years of India-Israel defence ties. SIBAT, the Israel Ministry of Defence’s…
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UN chief Guterres appeals for $397 mn aid for quake-hit Syria
United Nations: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres announced the world body is launching a humanitarian appeal for $397 million for the people of earthquake-hit Syria. “This will cover a period of three months”,…
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Israeli cabinet ministers reject US criticism on West bank settlements
Jerusalem: Israel’s finance minister on Tuesday dismissed Washington’s criticism of new settlement construction in the West Bank, promising to double down and legalise dozens of wildcat outposts in the occupied territory. Bezalel…
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Umrah pilgrims can arrive, depart through any airport in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh: In an effort to facilitate Umrah pilgrims from across the world, the government of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has allowed Umrah pilgrims to arrive and depart on scheduled flights through any international…
