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Saudi Arabia: Man showered with luxuries after rescuing child
The Saudi car driver who rescued a child by intercepting a speeding vehicle in the middle of the road has been showered with luxury gifts in a gesture of appreciation for his…
- Television News
Revealed! Here’s why Shoaib Ibrahim never performed Umrah
Mumbai: In recent months, many celebrities have taken a break from their busy schedules to perform Umrah. Stars like Gauahar Khan, Jannat Zubair, and Hina Khan have visited the holy cities of…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia: Makkah’s Grand Mosque uses UV rays to sterilize air conditioning
Riyadh: The air delivered through the air conditioners in the Grand Mosque of Makkah, Saudi Arabia, undergoes purification nine times daily and utilises ultraviolet rays for sterilization before it is sent to…
- India
A wanted accused facing Interpol Red Notice repatriated from Saudi Arabia: CBI
New Delhi: A wanted accused in the NIA’s gold smuggling case, facing an Interpol Red Notice, was repatriated from Saudi Arabia in an operation coordinated by the CBI, officials said on Thursday.…
- Television News
Hina Khan set to perform 2nd Umrah in 2024, ‘I won’t say much..’
Mumbai: Actress Hina Khan, known for her roles in popular television series like “Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai,” is currently in the holy city of Madinah, preparing to perform her third Umrah…
- Middle East
Watch: Saudi Arabia launches e-gates at King Khalid International Airport
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has launched the inaugural first phase of e-passport gates at Terminals 3 and 4 of King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. This initiative was launched by…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia: Haramain railway transports over 1.3M in Ramzan
The Haramain High-Speed Railway has so far transported more than 1.3 million visitors and Umrah performers during Ramzan, offering round-the-clock trips between Madinah and Makkah. The purpose of this initiative is to…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia: LuLu to launch hypermarkets in Makkah, Madinah
Riyadh: The Lulu Group, a renowned Indian United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based multinational conglomerate company, is launching new hypermarkets in the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah, aiming to expand its retail portfolio…
- Middle East
April is the rainiest month in Saudi Arabia: NCM
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s National Center of Meteorology (NCM) confirmed that the rains observed in various regions and governorates coincide with April, considered one of the rainiest months. The centre’s official…
- Entertainment
Miss Universe denies reports of Saudi Arabia’s participation in 2024 pageant
The Miss Universe Organization has denied recent reports that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) would be participating in the upcoming 73rd Miss Universe pageant for the first time ever. “We would…
- India
Indian embassy in Saudi warns citizens against fake social media posts
Riyadh: The Embassy of India in Riyadh has issued a public notice cautioning Indian nationals residing in Saudi Arabia about fake social media accounts and email addresses that sought to deceive people…
- Middle East
Watch: Deserts transform into oasis as hailstorms leash Saudi Arabia
Deserts transformed into oases and severe flooding as Saudi Arabia experienced a hailstorm on Sunday morning in Al Namas governorate, part of the Asir region, resulting in significant damage. Following the unexpected…
- Photos
Photos: Aerial view of Makkah’s Grand Mosque during Ramzan 2024
The lens of the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) captured the seamless movement of visitors at the Grand Mosque in Makkah during the holy month of Ramzan 1445 AH-2024. From a height of 1,000 meters…
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Photos: Spiritual atmosphere at Grand Mosque during Ramzan
Millions of worshippers experiencing the holy month of Ramzan at the Grand Mosque find a profound spiritual atmosphere filled with reverence. Umrah performers carry out their rituals with serenity, raising their hands…
- Middle East
Volunteers worked over 3.5L hrs at Prophet’s Mosque in Ramzan
At least 3,355 volunteers across 28 different entities have contributed 358,071 hours in the service of the Prophet’s Mosque during the first 15 days of Ramzan. This contribution was coordinated by the…
