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Qarnit mountain in Taif offers visitors a breathtaking view
Taif, a major tourist destination in Saudi Arabia, boasts numerous natural, historical, and cultural monuments. Among its attractions, Qarnit Mountain stands out, which is considered the most famous and highest in Taif. Qarnit…
- Middle East
Sankranti fete cheers Telugu expats in Saudi Arabia’s Dammam
Jeddah: A celebratory mood is prevailing among the Telangana expatriate community across the Gulf region as Sankranti festivities are being organised on a grand scale. The harvest festival of Sankranti is celebrated…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia approves 5-day maximum holidays for Eid Al-fitr, Eid Al-Adha
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s council of ministers has set a maximum five-day official holidays for Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha in specific government entities. The administrative lists of specific government…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia reduces fee for hiring domestic workers
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has reduced the maximum fees for hiring domestic workers from several countries. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) revised fees for the…
- Middle East
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…
- Television News
ICYMI: Hina Khan’s ‘Deedar-e-Madinah’ post on Instagram
Mumbai: Popular actress Hina Khan is currently immersed in a spiritual journey. Right now, she is in the holy city of Madinah, Saudi Arabia. Sharing the serene moments from her pilgrimage, she…
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Saudi Arabia: Over 18k ‘illegal’ residents arrested in one week
Cairo: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) had arrested 18,538 violators of its residency, labor, and border security across the nation between January 4 and 10, according to the Saudi Press Agency…
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Saudi Arabia: Sponsors withholding expats passports can face 15-year jail term
Riyadh: A sponsor in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) who holds expatriates passport may face a potential 15-year prison sentence and a maximum fine of one million Saudi Riyals (Rs 2,20,95,594).…
- Middle East
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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Gulf Cooperation Council contract awards surge by 88% in 2023
Contractors from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries have secured a record-breaking 205 billion dollars (Rs 1,69,89,04,70,00,000) in contract awards in 2023. The 2023 saw an 88 percent increase of projects awarded…
- India
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…
- Middle East
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…
- Television News
Hina Khan breaks down in Madinah, ‘I became extremely sad and…’
Mumbai: Television actress Hina Khan is currently on her second Umrah trip, visiting the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. She has been sharing several glimpses of her spiritual journey on Instagram,…
- Middle East
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…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia begins operational activities for Haj 2024
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s minister of Haj and Umrah, Tawfiq Al Rabiah, has officially announced the commencement of operational activities for the Haj 1445 AH/2024 season. Operational activities involve coordination between…
