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Saudi Arabia launches Prince Mohammed bin Salman Stadium
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) on Monday, January 15, announced the launch of the new main stadium in the city of Qiddiya, which will bear the name…
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Saudi Arabia: One-year jail, Rs 1 crore fine for neglecting elderly
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has announced the imposition of a fine of up to 500,000 Saudi riyals (Rs 1,10,48,974) and one-year jail term for neglecting and abusing elderly individuals. During…
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Saudi Arabia set to debut world’s largest grand Arabic opera
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Theater and Performing Arts Commission has announced the production of the first grand opera show, called “Zarqa Al-Yamama”. It is considered to be the world’s largest grand…
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Saudi Arabia: Estimated value of mineral resources hits SAR 9.375 trillion
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has said that the estimated value of its mineral resources is around 9.375 trillion Saudi Riyals (Rs 20,75,46,07,82,81,250). This is due to the discoveries of rare…
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Saudi Arabia introduces new system for selling, renting off real estate projects
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has introduced a new system for the sale and rental of off-plan real estate projects, which was approved by the Council of Ministers in September…
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Winter offer: Saudia Airlines announces 30% discount on all flights
Saudia Arabian Airlines (Saudia), the national carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), has announced 30 percent discount on all international destinations as part of its winter offer. Travellers are invited…
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Saudi Arabia: Firms with over 50 employees must offer training to students
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) Ahmed Al-Rajhi has issued a ministerial order obligating private-sector companies with 50 or more employees to offer cooperative…
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Saudi Arabia set to open first financial centre
Riyadh: In a significant step towards improving its financial efficiency and accounting performance, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is all set to establish its first financial centre based on harmonised accounting standards.…
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Saudi Arabia carried out 170 executions in 2023
Riyadh: The authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) have executed at least 170 people during the year 2023. The latest executions occurred on Sunday, December 31, including two in Tabuk, one in…
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‘Headquarter-in-Saudi Arabia’ rule for firms comes into effect
Jeddah: The mandatory rule by Saudi Arabia for foreign firms that bid for government contracts to establish their regional headquarters in the Kingdom came into effect from Monday. The new regulation will…
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Saudi Arabia: Residential rent to be paid online from Jan 15; check details
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Real Estate General Authority (REGA) has announced that residential rent can be paid only through the digital channels of Ejar platform, starting from Monday, January 15.…
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Over 12 million people visit Riyadh Season in 60 days
Riyadh: The Riyadh Season 2023, an entertainment and tourist festival in Saudi Arabia, has attracted 12 million visitors in the last 60 days of its launch. Taking to X, on Tuesday, January…
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‘Pro-Modi’ Hyderabadi blogger Zahack Tanvir held in Saudi Arabia
Hyderabad: A renowned Hyderabad-origin blogger Zahack Tanvir has been reportedly arrested in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The reason for arrest and specific charges against him are not yet known. The country’s…
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Saudi Arabia: Initiative to cancel fines for taxpayers extended to June
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has extended the cancellation of fines and exemption of penalties initiative until June 30, 2024. The initiative was earlier extended to…
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Saudi Arabia obtains WHO certification for eliminating trans fat
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has obtained World Health Organization (WHO) certification on trans fat elimination. The achievement aligns with Vision 2030 and the Healthcare Sector Transformation Programme’s objectives to enhance…