Middle East

Middle East

Indian low-cost airline launches 3 new routes from Abu Dhabi

India’s largest low-cost airline, IndiGo, has announced the recent launch of direct flights to three Indian cities—Mangaluru (IXE), Tiruchirappalli (TRZ), and Coimbatore (CJB)—from Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport (AUH). In a statement,…
India

UAE travel group launches low-cost airline for Indian expats

Kerala-based travel service operator Alhind Group with a strong presence in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to launch its airline, aiming to provide economical air travel options for residents. The…

Hyderabad

Kazakhstan Consul hosts business meeting in Hyderabad

In a move to strengthen diplomatic ties between India and Kazakhstan, Dr Nawab Mir Nasir Ali Khan, the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Hyderabad for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh,…
Middle East

Israel strikes 40 Gaza targets

Jerusalem/Gaza: The Israeli army has announced that it had bombed 40 targets in the central Gaza Strip as Hamas claimed its militants had killed and wounded some Israeli soldiers south of Gaza…
Middle East

Israel expects attack by Iran, Hezbollah this week

Tel Aviv: The Israeli government is expecting a combined attack from Iran and Hezbollah this week following a new intelligence assessment. Sources in Israel’s Defence Ministry told IANS that Minister Yoav Gallant…
India

Air India suspends flights to and from Tel Aviv as Middle East tensions rise

Air India announced on Friday the suspension of its flights to and from Tel Aviv, effective immediately, until further notice amid the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. The decision was made…
World

Holding ‘around-the-clock’ talks to prevent war in Middle East: Biden

Washington: US President Joe Biden has held crisis talks on a potential Iranian counterattack on Israel as his administration said it was working around the clock to avoid all-out war in the…

Middle East

Egypt raises alarm over escalating tensions following assassination of Hamas chief Haniyeh

Egypt has expressed profound concern over the dangerously escalating tensions in the Middle East and its potential impacts on Lebanon’s security and stability. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelatty, on a phone…
World

US General arrives in Middle East as Israel prepares for possible Iranian attack

Washington: US Central Command’s General Michael Kurilla arrived in the region on Saturday amid preparations for a possible attack by Iran on Israel in response to the recent killings of senior Hamas…
India

Delhi Police reviews security near Israel Embassy after intelligence alert

New Delhi: The Delhi Police has reviewed the security of Israeli Embassy and Chabad House following alerts from the intelligence agencies in the wake of the killing of a Hamas leader in…
India

Indian nationals in Israel asked to stay vigilant amid escalating tensions in ME

Tel Aviv: The Indian embassy here on Friday advised all Indian nationals in Israel to stay vigilant and adhere to the safety protocols amid the cancellation of flights by multiple airlines as…
Middle East

Iran declares three days of national mourning for Hamas chief

The Islamic Republic of Iran has declared three days of initial mourning following the provocative assassination of Hamas political bureau chief, Ismail Haniyeh in the capital Tehran Ariana News reported. According to the…
Middle East

AlUla receives ‘Destinations International’ accreditation

AlUla has made history by becoming the first destination in the Middle East to receive accreditation from Destinations International, a US-based organization. This certification is a significant milestone for AlUla, an ancient…
Middle East

UAE: Al Noor Island listed among top 10 attractions in Middle East

Sharjah’s renowned landmark and award-winning family-friendly destination, Al Noor Island has secured its place among the top 10 attractions in the Middle East by winning the prestigious ‘Best of the Best’ title…
India

India, Russia express deep concern on situation in Middle East

Moscow: India and Russia have expressed “deep concern” on the situation in the Middle East, with a particular focus on Gaza and called for immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. The…