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Saudi Arabia ranks first in world AI competition
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has achieved the highest global ranking by winning the most medals in the World Artificial Intelligence Competition for Youth (WAICY). The event, organized by the…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia offers e-visa feature for FIFA Club World Cup 2023 ticket holders
In a step to streamline the travel procedures for football fans, Saudi Arabia’s ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the launch of the electronic visa issuance feature for ticket holders for the…
- Middle East
Saudi extends deadline for firms to obtain Haj 2024 license
Saudi Arabia’s ministry of Haj and Umrah has extended the deadline for receiving applications from companies wishing to obtain a license to serve overseas pilgrims during the 1445/2023 Haj season. The deadline…
- India
Nusuk’s 1st Indian roadshow unveils cutting-edge services for Umrah bookings
Mumbai: The Integrated Government Platform “Nusuk” concluded its first roadshow held in the Republic of India, chaired by the Minister of Haj and Umrah, Dr Tawfig AlRabiah, which featured the participation of…
- World
Russian President Putin meets Saudi Crown Prince in Riyadh
Riyadh: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, December 6, met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman in Riyadh as part of a rare Gulf trip. Taking to X, Russia’s Ministry of…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia offers 30-yr tax cuts woo regional HQs to Riyadh
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has announced a 30-year tax-relief package for foreign companies that establish their regional headquarters in its capital city Riyadh. The decision was taken in coordination…
- News
Centre to ensure inclusive Haj pilgrimage experience: Smriti Irani
The Central government is committed to improving the Haj process for pilgrims inclusive for everyone, particularly women and people with disabilities, Union minister for minority affairs, Smriti Irani, has said. She made…
- India
‘Here to make it easier for Muslims in India to go to Makkah, Madinah”: Saudi Minister of Haj
New Delhi: Saudi Minister of Haj and Umrah Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah on Wednesday said “We are here to make it easier for Muslims in India to go to Makkah and Madinah…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia reveals various visas for Indian Umrah pilgrims
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has revealed six different visas and travel options for those Indians intending to perform Umrah. Taking to X, on Tuesday, December 5, the Saudi ministry…
- India
Indian Coast Guard Ship Sajag makes port call in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh: The Indian Coast Guard Ship Sajag, an offshore patrol vessel (OPV), made a port call at King Abdul Aziz Port in Saudi Arabia for a three-day visit on Tuesday. The visit…
- World
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in UAE
Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, December 6, arrived in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) capital Abu Dhabi as part of a Gulf trip that also includes Saudi Arabia. Putin plans…
- India
Govt committed to making Haj inclusive: Smriti Irani
New Delhi: Minority Affairs Minister Smriti Irani on Tuesday held talks with Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Haj and Umrah Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah as both countries vowed to work together to make the Haj process as…
- Middle East
Now, Indians can get Saudi visa within 48 hours to perform Umrah
New Delhi: Indians travelling to the West or the Middle East can obtain a stopover visa for four days that will allow them to visit any city in Saudi Arabia or perform…
- Middle East
UAE opens registration for Haj 2024
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday, December 5, officially opened the online registrations for those intending to perform the Haj pilgrimage in 1445 AH/2024. The General Authority of Islamic…
- Middle East
Saudi Arabia: Haj 2024 registration opens for America, Australia, Europe
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) on Monday, December 4, opened online registrations for pilgrims from America, Europe and Australia for Haj 1445 AH/2024 season. Taking to X, the Saudi Ministry…
