Saudi Arabia
- India
In a 1st, Indian Haj pilgrims take high-speed Harmain train to Makkah
Jeddah: For the first time, a section of Indian Haj pilgrims will reach the holy city of Makkah in Harmain Train, a high-speed rail, upon their arrival in Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International…
- World
Saudi coffee, dates attract visitors at World Water Forum in Indonesia
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) pavilion at the 10th World Water Forum (WWF) in Indonesia attracted visitors with its exceptional hospitality, including a variety of dates and coffee. The forum,…
- Middle East
Israel prevents thousands of Palestinians from performing Haj
Thousands of Palestinians were prevented from performing the Haj pilgrimage 1445 AH-2024 due to ongoing Israeli agression on the Gaza Strip and continued closure of the Rafah crossing. The anouncement was made…
- Middle East
Haj 2024: Saudi Arabia bans visit visa holders from entering Makkah
Makkah: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior (MoI) has announced that visit visa holders are not to enter or stay in Makkah starting from Thursday, May 23, until June 21.…
- India
PM Modi expresses ‘deep concern’ over Saudi King Salman’s health
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday wished a speedy recovery to ailing Saudi Arabia King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud. He said on ‘X’, “Deeply concerned about the reports of the…
- Middle East
Watch: Kiswah of Holy Kaaba raised to mark start of Haj 2024
Riyadh: In preparation for the start of Haj 1445 AH-2024, the authorities in Makkah, Saudi Arabia raised the Kiswah (Ghilaf e Kaaba) on Wednesday, May 22 after Isha prayers. The Kiswah was…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia launches ‘No Haj without a permit’ exhibition
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior (MoI) recently launched mobile exhibition titled “No Haj without a permit” in Madinah. It began on Monday, May 20, will continue until Saturday,…
- Middle East
Haj 2024: First batch of Indian pilgrims arrive in Makkah
Makkah: Mutawifs of Arabs Hajj Company (Ashraqat) subsidiary Rahlat wa Manafi Company has welcomed the first batch of pilgrims from India who arrived in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to perform Haj this year,…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia welcomes Palestinian state recognition by Norway, Ireland, Spain
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) welcomed on Wednesday, May 22, the “positive” decision of Norway, Ireland and Spain to recognise the state of Palestine. In a…
- Middle East
300 tonnes of Zamzam water supplied daily to Prophet’s Mosque
Riyadh: The Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah is supplied with 300 tonnes of Zamzam water every day from Makkah through tankers equipped for this purpose. The monthly water supply is equivalent to 9,000…
- Sports
Saudi PIF becomes first-ever sponsor of WTA rankings
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) recently signed a multiyear partnership deal with Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), marking a significant milestone in the sport’s history. The partnership aims to…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia to host first ever UFC event: Tickets now on sale
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is all set to host the first ever event for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, on June 22…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia: Umrah not allowed without Haj permit from May 24 to June 26
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia‘s Ministry of Haj and Umrah has announced that Umrah permits will only be issued to those with a confirmed Haj permit during the period from Dhul Qa’dah…
- Middle East
Largest ever-deal: Saudia places order for 105 Airbus planes
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia‘s national airline, Saudia Group, has placed an order for 105 Airbus planes, marking the largest aircraft deal in the history of the Kingdom’s aviation. The agreement was made on…
- Middle East
Haj 2024: Over 267,000 pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh: A total of 267,657 pilgrims have arrived in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) through air and land ports to perform Haj this year, until Sunday, May 19. The General Directorate…
