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Sirens to sound across Makkah, Riyadh, Tabuk regions on Nov 3
Riyadh: The General Directorate of Civil Defense in Saudi Arabia announced that it will conduct a test of the fixed siren system on Monday, November 3, 2025, in three regions: Makkah, Riyadh,…
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Indian man shot dead in Saudi Arabia crossfire, family seeks justice
Jeddah: In a tragic shooting incident in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), a 27-year-old man from Jharkhand, a state in eastern India, was reportedly killed after being caught in a crossfire…
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Saudi Arabia plans to invite 197 countries for Expo 2030 Riyadh
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia is preparing to invite 197 countries for Expo 2030 Riyadh, a landmark global event projected to attract around 42 million visitors. The announcement was made by Talal Al-Marri, CEO…
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Saudi Arabia loses hosting rights for Olympic Esports Game
Geneva: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Saudi Arabia have canceled their 12-year deal to host the video gaming Esports Olympics in Riyadh. The IOC said on Thursday, October 29, they “mutually…
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Saudi Arabia to reduce Umrah visa validity under new rules
Makkah: The Saudi Ministry of Haj and Umrah has announced new amendments to Umrah visa regulations, including reducing the validity period from three months to one month from the date of issuance,…
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Saudi Arabia rejects Messi’s offer to play in Pro League
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia has rejected an offer from Argentine football legend Lionel Messi to play in the Saudi Pro League during the Major League Soccer (MLS) off-season, a senior sports official has…
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UP man in Saudi Arabia ends life during video call with wife
Muzaffarnagar: A 24-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh‘s Muzaffarnagar district allegedly died by suicide in Saudi Arabia during a video call with his newly married wife in India, police said on Wednesday. A…
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Fact check: Truth behind NEOM ‘sky stadium’ viral video
A video clip showing how Saudi Arabia’s upcoming NEOM Stadium would reportedly look has gone viral on social media platforms, drawing attention to the Kingdom’s ambitious plans for the 2034 FIFA World…
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Saudi Arabia receives 11.7M Umrah pilgrims in one month: Haj ministry
Saudi Arabia received 11.7 million pilgrims for Umrah during the Islamic month of Rabi al-Thani in September 2025. According to a report by the Saudi Press Agency, the statistical data was released by…
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Khamis Premier League concludes in Saudi Arabia
The Khamis Premier League (KPL) third edition concluded in Saudi Arabia’s Abha city on Monday, October 27. The KPL was organised by Aseer Cricket Association at the Al Hadaf stadium. A total…
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Video: Indian pilgrims with sensory disabilities visit Prophet’s Mosque
Madinah: A group of 25 pilgrims with sensory disabilities from India has arrived in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, to begin their spiritual journey to the holy cities. Their first stop was the Prophet’s…
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Watch: Riyadh Air takes off with first flight to London
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, Riyadh Air, marked a major milestone on Sunday, October 26, with the completion of its inaugural flight from Riyadh to London Heathrow (LHR), symbolising the Kingdom’s…
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Saudi police deny Indian expat’s claim in viral video of being stranded
Riyadh: Saudi police have denied the claims made by an Indian expatriate in a viral video alleging that he was stranded and mistreated in the Kingdom. The man, identified as 25-year-old Ankit…
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Elderly Hyderabad woman released from Saudi custody over medicines
Hyderabad: An 80-year-old Hyderabad woman, Syeda Sakeena Bee, who was detained by police in Saudi Arabia’s Buraydah city over her prescribed medicines, has been released following the intervention of Indian authorities and…
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Indian man stranded in Saudi Arabia, threatened by associate
A man from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, claimed he is being forced to remain in Saudi Arabia, prompting the Indian embassy there to take notice. Delhi-based lawyer Kalpana Shrivastav posted the video on…