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Saudi Arabia surpasses pre-COVID levels with 156% tourism growth in 2023
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) recorded a 156 percent increase in the number of international tourist arrivals in 2023 compared to pre-COVID levels in 2019. The Kingdom’s success in the…
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Over 347,000 convert to Islam across Saudi Arabia in 5 years
Riyadh: A total of 347,646 men and women have converted to Islam across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) in the past five years. On Saturday, January 20, the Saudi’s Ministry of…
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Saudi lifts 3-year entry ban on expats who fail to return before visa expiry
Riyadh: The authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has lifted the three-year entry ban on expatriates who left the Kingdom on exit and reentry visa and failed to return before…
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Watch: Saudi Arabia to transform grounded planes into cafes
Riyadh: In an innovative initiative, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) plans to transform grounded Boeing planes into cafes, restaurant, musical theatres and various experiences in Riyadh. Turki bin Abdulmohsen Al-Sheikh, Chairman…
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Air India launches direct Hyderabad-Riyadh flight; check details
Budget carrier Air India Express on Monday, January 15, announced the launch of new direct flights between Hyderabad, India and Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh. Direct flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad,…
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Saudi Arabia: Indian embassy helps 3 stranded workers return
Riyadh: The Indian embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has helped three Indian female workers return home safely. The female workers recently sought help from the embassy after they faced work-related issues in…
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Saudi Arabia launches Prince Mohammed bin Salman Stadium
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC) on Monday, January 15, announced the launch of the new main stadium in the city of Qiddiya, which will bear the name…
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Saudi Arabia: One-year jail, Rs 1 crore fine for neglecting elderly
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has announced the imposition of a fine of up to 500,000 Saudi riyals (Rs 1,10,48,974) and one-year jail term for neglecting and abusing elderly individuals. During…
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Saudi Arabia set to debut world’s largest grand Arabic opera
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Theater and Performing Arts Commission has announced the production of the first grand opera show, called “Zarqa Al-Yamama”. It is considered to be the world’s largest grand…
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Saudi Arabia: Estimated value of mineral resources hits SAR 9.375 trillion
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has said that the estimated value of its mineral resources is around 9.375 trillion Saudi Riyals (Rs 20,75,46,07,82,81,250). This is due to the discoveries of rare…
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Saudi Arabia introduces new system for selling, renting off real estate projects
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has introduced a new system for the sale and rental of off-plan real estate projects, which was approved by the Council of Ministers in September…
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Winter offer: Saudia Airlines announces 30% discount on all flights
Saudia Arabian Airlines (Saudia), the national carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), has announced 30 percent discount on all international destinations as part of its winter offer. Travellers are invited…
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Saudi Arabia: Firms with over 50 employees must offer training to students
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) Ahmed Al-Rajhi has issued a ministerial order obligating private-sector companies with 50 or more employees to offer cooperative…
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Saudi Arabia set to open first financial centre
Riyadh: In a significant step towards improving its financial efficiency and accounting performance, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is all set to establish its first financial centre based on harmonised accounting standards.…
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Saudi Arabia carried out 170 executions in 2023
Riyadh: The authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) have executed at least 170 people during the year 2023. The latest executions occurred on Sunday, December 31, including two in Tabuk, one in…
