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Indian Embassy in Kuwait announces new passport photo rules
Kuwait City: The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has announced that starting September 1, 2025, only International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)-compliant passport photographs will be accepted for passport applications. The embassy issued the…
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Kuwait blocks popular online game Roblox
Kuwait City: Kuwait has officially blocked access to the popular online gaming platform Roblox, citing risks to children’s safety. The country’s Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) on Thursday, August 21,…
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Spinneys to open in Kuwait with 10 new outlets
Dubai: Premium United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based fresh food retailer Spinneys announced on Friday, August 22, its expansion into Kuwait through a strategic joint venture with Alshaya Group, one of the world’s leading…
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Kuwait alcohol poisoning: 23 killed, 160 poisoned, 40 Indians among victims
Kuwait City: At least 23 people have died and 160 others have been hospitalised in Kuwait after consuming methanol-contaminated alcoholic beverages, the Ministry of Health confirmed. Most of the victims are of…
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Kuwait expands family visa validity, scraps salary requirement
Kuwait City: Kuwait has introduced major changes to its visa regulations, allowing expatriates to bring extended family members on visit visas valid for up to one year and removing the long-standing minimum…
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Kuwait offers visa-on-arrival for expats in GCC countries
Kuwait City: Kuwait has introduced new entry regulations enabling foreign nationals residing in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries to obtain a tourist visa upon arrival. The measure, outlined in Ministerial Resolution No.…
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Coaching institute launches first international study centre in Kuwait
Jaipur: Competitive examination coaching institute, Motion Education, has launched its first international study centre in Kuwait, an official said on Monday. The centre aims to deliver personalised coaching to Indian students in…
- Middle East
Kuwait-born Jamil becomes 1st Indian in 13 years to coach India’s men’s football team
Kuwait: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has named Kuwait-born Khalid Jamil as the new head coach of the Indian men’s national football team, making him the first Indian in 13 years…
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India and Kuwait expand flight capacity after 19 years
Kuwait City: In a major step towards enhancing bilateral air connectivity, India and Kuwait have signed a new air services agreement that boosts weekly seat capacity by 50 percent, increasing the limit…
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Kuwait launches new digital visa platform for visitors
Kuwait City: Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has officially launched the “Kuwait Visa” digital platform, enabling foreign nationals to apply online for different types of visit visas. The initiative was introduced under the…
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Kuwait-based Indian student wins Rs 1 cr Global Citizen Scholarship to study in Singapore
Kuwait City: Arnav Rai, a student of Fahaheel Al Watanieh Indian Private School (FAIPS) in Kuwait, has been awarded the prestigious Global Citizen Scholarship (GCS) 2025 by the Global Indian International School…
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One visa, six countries: GCC pushes forward with travel plan
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is advancing efforts to launch a unified tourist visa that would enable seamless travel across its six member nations with a single permit. Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary…
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Evacuation flight with 160 Indians diverted to Kuwait after Iranian strikes shut airspace
Jerusalem: An evacuation flight carrying 160 Indians who had crossed into Jordan from Israel on Sunday and departed from Amman on Monday afternoon was diverted to Kuwait after Iranian strikes on US…
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Kuwait to make exit permits mandatory for private sector expat workers
Kuwait: Expatriate workers in Kuwait’s private sector will be required to obtain an exit permit from their sponsor before leaving the country. The new decision will take effect from July 1. The…
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Gulf Air flight lands safely in Kuwait after bomb threat
Kuwait City: A Gulf Air flight landed safely at Kuwait International Airport following a bomb threat, with all passengers evacuated and the suspect arrested, Kuwait’s aviation authority said. Flight GF213, on Sunday,…
