Saudi Arabia
- Middle East
Over 6.7L Haj pilgrims benefit from Makkah Route initiative
A total of 617,756 Haj pilgrims have benefited from Saudi Arabia’s Makkah Route initiative since its launch in 2019. The countries featured in the Makkah Route initiative are— Pakistan, Malaysia, Indonesia, Morocco,…
- Middle East
Watch: Saudi Arabia begins periodic maintenance for holy Kaaba
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) on Saturday, December 9, began periodic maintenance of the holy Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. Videos and pictures circulated on social media show a…
- Middle East
‘Stopping the conflict in Gaza not seem to be a priority for int’l community’: Saudi FM
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan said that the conflict in the Gaza Strip must stop immediately, but the international community does not consider this a priority. Bin Farhan’s statement came…
- Hyderabad
Saudi Arabia: Hyderabadi woman from Sudan stranded in Riyadh airport
A Hyderabadi woman, who is living in war-torn Sudan and travelling home by transiting through Saudi Arabia got stranded when Saudi Arabian officials barred her from boarding a flight as they discovered…
- Middle East
Saudi Prince Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud dies in plane crash
Riyadh: Prince Talal bin Abdulaziz bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz Al Saud passed away on Thursday, December 7, following the crash of a fighter plane during a training mission. He was 62. The…
- Middle East
Saudi Crown Prince launches urban plan, brand of Qiddiya city
Riyadh: Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammad bin Salman, who is also chairman of the Board of Directors of the Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), launched the urban design and the global…
- Bollywood
‘Smile, Sparkle, Saudi’: Alia Bhatt is in Jeddah, know why
Mumbai: Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt is currently savouring a joyous phase in her life, both on the personal and professional fronts. The talented star, who is happily married to Ranbir Kapoor, is…
- Middle East
Saudi F-15SA fighter jet crashes, killing 2 crew members
Riyadh: A Saudi Arabian Royal Air Force F-15SA fighter jet crashed on Thursday, December 7, killing two crew members on board. Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense spokesman, Brig Gen Turki Al-Maliki, said…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia ranks first in world AI competition
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has achieved the highest global ranking by winning the most medals in the World Artificial Intelligence Competition for Youth (WAICY). The event, organized by the…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia offers e-visa feature for FIFA Club World Cup 2023 ticket holders
In a step to streamline the travel procedures for football fans, Saudi Arabia’s ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the launch of the electronic visa issuance feature for ticket holders for the…
- Middle East
Saudi extends deadline for firms to obtain Haj 2024 license
Saudi Arabia’s ministry of Haj and Umrah has extended the deadline for receiving applications from companies wishing to obtain a license to serve overseas pilgrims during the 1445/2023 Haj season. The deadline…
- India
Nusuk’s 1st Indian roadshow unveils cutting-edge services for Umrah bookings
Mumbai: The Integrated Government Platform “Nusuk” concluded its first roadshow held in the Republic of India, chaired by the Minister of Haj and Umrah, Dr Tawfig AlRabiah, which featured the participation of…
- World
Russian President Putin meets Saudi Crown Prince in Riyadh
Riyadh: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, December 6, met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman in Riyadh as part of a rare Gulf trip. Taking to X, Russia’s Ministry of…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia offers 30-yr tax cuts woo regional HQs to Riyadh
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has announced a 30-year tax-relief package for foreign companies that establish their regional headquarters in its capital city Riyadh. The decision was taken in coordination…
- News
Centre to ensure inclusive Haj pilgrimage experience: Smriti Irani
The Central government is committed to improving the Haj process for pilgrims inclusive for everyone, particularly women and people with disabilities, Union minister for minority affairs, Smriti Irani, has said. She made…