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Saudi inflation at 1.9 pc in Oct amid rising housing prices
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s annual inflation rate reached 1.9 percent in October this year, the highest in 14 months, primarily due to increase in housing prices. According to the General…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia sets specific times for praying in Hateem area
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has set specific timings for worshippers to offer voluntary prayers in the Hateem area, also known as Hijr Ismail, is a semi-circular wall located near the Holy…
- Middle East
Imam of Prophet’s Mosque highlights Islam’s core values in India
Sheikh Dr Abdullah bin Abdulrahman Al Buaijan, the Imam and Preacher of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, highlighted Islam’s role as a religion of security and peace during a peace conference in…
- Middle East
Saudi, Indian FMs discuss bilateral ties
New Delhi: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah on Wednesday, November 13, held talks with Indian counterpart Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in New Delhi.…
- Middle East
84 pc of global wealthy Muslims keen in buying properties in Makkah, Madinah
At least 84 percent of wealthy Muslims around the world are interested in buying properties in the cities of Makkah and Madinah. According to the Arabic daily Al-Eqtisadiah, citing a new research…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia replaces CEO of megacity NEOM
NEOM, the 500 billion-dollar futuristic megacity being built in Saudi Arabia, has replaced its CEO, Nadhmi Al Nasr, who has been the project’s chief executive since 2018. Aiman Al Mudaifer has been…
- Middle East
UAE charity sends 200 low-income people to perform Umrah
The Sharjah Charity International (SCI) on Wednesday, November 13, sents at least 200 people with low-income to perform Umrah at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The SCI is covering all…
- Lollywood
‘It’s funny’: Atif Aslam on news of him opposing concert in Saudi
Riyadh: Renowned Pakistani singer Atif Aslam, known for his soulful voice and timeless hits, has been making headlines since yesterday following a viral claim that he refused to perform in Saudi Arabia.…
- Bollywood
Atif Aslam reportedly rejects Saudi concert, cites respect for Holy places
Riyadh: Celebrated Pakistani singer Atif Aslam, known for his enchanting voice and timeless Bollywood hits like ‘Dil Diyan Gallan,’ ‘Tere Sang Yaara,’ and ‘Tu Jaane Na,’ has made a very heartfelt decision…
- Middle East
Neymar backs Saudi Arabia’s 2034 FIFA World Cup bid
Brazilian star football star Neymar has expressed his support for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, emphasizing its potential to be an exceptional tournament.…
- Middle East
Saudi Crown Prince calls Israel’s war on Gaza as ‘genocide’
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called Israel’s ongoing war on the Gaza Strip a “genocide,” making the first such announcement. His statement came during the opening…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia sets Guinness World Records for largest modern, organic olive farms
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has set a new milestone by breaking Guinness World Records for the world’s largest organic farm and world’s largest modern olive farm in the Al Jouf…
- Middle East
Arab-Islamic summit on Israeli wars in Gaza, Lebanon kicks off in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh: The Arab-Islamic summit kicked off on Monday afternoon, November 11, in the Saudi Arabia‘s capital Riyadh to discuss Israel’s ongoing war in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon. The summit, led by…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia launches first AI digital human travel companion ‘SARA’
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Authority recently launched SARA, a cutting edge artificial intelligence (AI) digital human, to serve as a brand ambassador, travel companion, and personal concierge for Kingdom’s tourism.…
- Middle East
Senior Saudi military officer visits Iran, discusses defence cooperation
Tehran: General Chief of Staff Fayyad al-Ruwaili of the Saudi armed forces held talks with his Iranian counterpart in Tehran, marking a significant step in defence ties between the two regional powers…
