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Saudi Arabia to host 11th World Water Forum in 2027
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is set to host the 11th World Water Forum (WWF), which will be held in Riyadh in 2027. It will be held under “Working for…
- Middle East
‘Norah’ becomes 1st Saudi film to screen at Cannes Film Festival
The Saudi film ‘Norah’ has made history by becoming the first Saudi Arabian film to screen at the 77th Cannes Film Festival held in Cannes, France. The film was screened on Thursday,…
- World
Goldman Sachs to set up regional HQ in Saudi Arabia: Report
New York-based Goldman Sachs Group has reportedly obtained a license from the Kingdom’s Ministry of Investment to establish its regional headquarters in Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh, Bloomberg reported. Goldman is the first…
- Middle East
In a 1st in Saudi Arabia, Abha International Airport becomes ‘silent’ airport
The airport authorities in Saudi Arabia have announced the transformation of Abha International Airport into a ‘silent’ airport, marking the first airport in the Kingdom, local media reported. This initiative aims to…
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In a 1st, Indian Haj pilgrims take high-speed Harmain train to Makkah
Jeddah: For the first time, a section of Indian Haj pilgrims will reach the holy city of Makkah in Harmain Train, a high-speed rail, upon their arrival in Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International…
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Saudi coffee, dates attract visitors at World Water Forum in Indonesia
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) pavilion at the 10th World Water Forum (WWF) in Indonesia attracted visitors with its exceptional hospitality, including a variety of dates and coffee. The forum,…
- Middle East
Israel prevents thousands of Palestinians from performing Haj
Thousands of Palestinians were prevented from performing the Haj pilgrimage 1445 AH-2024 due to ongoing Israeli agression on the Gaza Strip and continued closure of the Rafah crossing. The anouncement was made…
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Haj 2024: Saudi Arabia bans visit visa holders from entering Makkah
Makkah: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior (MoI) has announced that visit visa holders are not to enter or stay in Makkah starting from Thursday, May 23, until June 21.…
- India
PM Modi expresses ‘deep concern’ over Saudi King Salman’s health
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday wished a speedy recovery to ailing Saudi Arabia King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud. He said on ‘X’, “Deeply concerned about the reports of the…
- Middle East
Watch: Kiswah of Holy Kaaba raised to mark start of Haj 2024
Riyadh: In preparation for the start of Haj 1445 AH-2024, the authorities in Makkah, Saudi Arabia raised the Kiswah (Ghilaf e Kaaba) on Wednesday, May 22 after Isha prayers. The Kiswah was…
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Saudi Arabia launches ‘No Haj without a permit’ exhibition
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior (MoI) recently launched mobile exhibition titled “No Haj without a permit” in Madinah. It began on Monday, May 20, will continue until Saturday,…
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Haj 2024: First batch of Indian pilgrims arrive in Makkah
Makkah: Mutawifs of Arabs Hajj Company (Ashraqat) subsidiary Rahlat wa Manafi Company has welcomed the first batch of pilgrims from India who arrived in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to perform Haj this year,…
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Saudi Arabia welcomes Palestinian state recognition by Norway, Ireland, Spain
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) welcomed on Wednesday, May 22, the “positive” decision of Norway, Ireland and Spain to recognise the state of Palestine. In a…
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300 tonnes of Zamzam water supplied daily to Prophet’s Mosque
Riyadh: The Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah is supplied with 300 tonnes of Zamzam water every day from Makkah through tankers equipped for this purpose. The monthly water supply is equivalent to 9,000…
- Sports
Saudi PIF becomes first-ever sponsor of WTA rankings
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) recently signed a multiyear partnership deal with Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), marking a significant milestone in the sport’s history. The partnership aims to…