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Saudi Arabia allows domestic Haj firms to pay package fees in 3 installments
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah has announced that licensed firms offering Haj services for domestic pilgrims can now pay package fees in three installments for the…
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New milestone: Riyadh Season 2024 attracts 19 million visitors
Riyadh: Riyadh Season, Saudi Arabia‘s flagship entertainment and tourism festival, has set a new milestone by attracting an impressive 19 million visitors since its launch in October 2024. This remarkable achievement was…
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Saudi Arabia rejects extremist Israeli statements on displacing Palestinians
Riyadh:The Saudi Council of Ministers has strongly rejected “extremist” Israeli statements advocating for the displacement of Palestinians from their land. During its session held on Tuesday, February 11, in Riyadh, chaired by…
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Saudi Arabia to host inaugural Olympic Esports Games in 2027
Lausanne: The inaugural Olympic Esports Games will take place in Riyadh in 2027, two years later than originally planned, following a 12-year agreement with Saudi Arabia signed last year. The qualifying period,…
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Saudi Arabia invites applications for jobs at health ministry
If you are looking for a job in Saudi Arabia’s healthcare sector, there’s an opportunity for you. Norka Roots, the agency under the Government of Kerala to enhance support and provide assistance…
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Saudi Arabia predicts moderate weather for Ramzan 2025
Riyadh: With just days left until the start of Ramzan 2025, a Saudi meteorologist has predicted moderate weather across the Kingdom during the holy month—a period marked by fasting, prayers, and acts…
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Saudi Arabia bans sale of tobacco in kiosks, grocery stores
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing (MoMRAH) has introduced a ban on the sale of tobacco products in kiosks, grocery stores, and central markets.…
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Saudi Arabia releases Salma Al-Shehab after four years in prison
Riyadh: Saudi Arabian authorities have released women’s rights activist and academic Salma Al-Shehab after she served four years of a 34-year prison sentence, which was initially imposed over her posts on X…
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‘City of Earth’: Saudi’s USD 63 bn Diriyah project draws Indian investors
New Delhi: Several Indian firms have shown a keen interest in investing in Diriyah, a USD 63-billion Saudi Arabian giga project, while some big names like Tatas and Oberois having already signed…
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Saudi Arabia bans children from accompanying pilgrims for Haj 2025
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah has announced that children will not be allowed to accompany pilgrims during the upcoming Haj 1446 AH-2025 season. The decision aims…
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Kaaba’s Kiswah on display outside Makkah for the first time
Riyadh: The second edition of the Islamic Arts Biennale 2025 at King Abdul Aziz International Airport’s Western Haj Terminal in Jeddah, is showcasing a unique event where the entire Kiswah of the…
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Watch: WhatsApp voice, video calls reactivated in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh: In a major move that has excited users, WhatsApp’s voice and video calling features have reportedly been reactivated in Saudi Arabia after a prolonged absence. However, neither the Saudi government nor…
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Netanyahu suggests establishing Palestinian state in Saudi Arabia
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently sparked controversy after suggesting that Saudi Arabia has enough land to establish a Palestinian state. His statement came in response to questions from Channel 14 broadcaster…
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Haj 2025: Saudi Arabia opens registration for citizens, residents
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah has announced the opening of registration for Haj 1446 AH/2025 for domestic pilgrims, including citizens and residents. In an announcement on…
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Saudi Arabia declares February 22 an official holiday
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has announced that Saturday, February 22, will be an official holiday for workers in the private and non-profit sectors…