Kuwait: News

25 Oct 2024

Amazon

CoD: Black Ops 6 released globally for PC, PS, Xbox 

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, the latest installment in the popular video game franchise, has been released worldwide by Activision Blizzard.

23 Sep 2024

KP Sharma Oli

PM Modi meets Palestinian President Abbas, reaffirms India's unwavering support

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session in New York on Sunday.

13 Sep 2024

Andhra Pradesh

'Please help': Andhra woman in Kuwait alleges torture by employers

A woman from Andhra Pradesh, who moved to Kuwait for work, has alleged severe physical and mental abuse by her employer.

20 Jul 2024

Bahrain

Sea fish boil, birds drop dead in this scorching city 

Once celebrated as the "Marseilles of the Gulf" for its thriving fishing industry and picturesque coastal spots, Kuwait City now holds a less desirable title—the world's hottest city.

14 Jun 2024

Kerala

'Wasn't allowed to visit Kuwait for relief operation…': Kerala minister

Kerala Health Minister Veena George on Friday said she was denied permission by the Centre to travel to Kuwait to coordinate assistance for the people from the state affected in the fire that killed at least 49 people, primarily Indians.

14 Jun 2024

Indian Air Force

Kuwaiti authorities detain 2 people for fire

Two people have been detained by Kuwaiti authorities following a deadly fire that resulted in the loss of 49 lives, primarily Indian workers.

13 Jun 2024

Kerala

Kuwait fire: 42 Indians killed in tragedy; who were they

The fire in the Mangaf area of southern Kuwait on Wednesday resulted in the deaths of 42 Indian nationals, including at least 14 from Kerala.

13 Jun 2024

Indian Air Force

Kuwait fire: IAF to bring back Indians' mortal remains

The officials in Kuwait are conducting DNA tests on those killed in the tragic fire in the Mangaf area, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday.

13 Jun 2024

Narendra Modi

40 Indians killed in Kuwait building fire, PM takes stock 

At least 40 Indians have been killed in the Kuwait fire that broke out in a building housing workers in Mangaf city on Wednesday, the Ministry of External Affairs has said.

12 Jun 2024

S Jaishankar

5 Indians among 41 killed in Kuwait fire: Reports

Several Indians are feared to be among the at least 41 victims of a fire that engulfed a building in Kuwait's southern Mangaf district, according to various reports.

12 Jul 2023

India

India not even in top 30 among expats' preferred destinations

India is not even in the top 30 preferred destinations for expats, as per the Expat Insider Survey 2023 by InterNations.

27 May 2023

Shopping

Planning a trip to Kuwait? Get these souvenirs home

Kuwait, also known as "Marseilles of the Persian Gulf," garners attention for its mesmerizing landscapes and shopping scenes.

13 Jun 2022

Gyanvapi Mosque

Prophet row: Kuwait government to deport expats who protested

The Kuwaiti government has decided to take action against a number of expatriates who participated in an "illegal" protest against the controversial remarks made by suspended Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Nupur Sharma on Prophet Muhammad.

07 Dec 2021

Narendra Modi

UAE, Kuwait to be Modi's first foreign visit in 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to start his foreign trip in 2022 by visiting the United Arab Emirates and Kuwait early next month.

Sheikh Sabah, Kuwait's ruler who tried healing Gulf rifts, dies

Kuwait's ruling Emir Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad Al-Sabah died on Thursday, the royal court announced in a televised statement. He was 91 years old.

06 Jul 2020

Coronavirus

8 lakh Indians could be forced to leave Kuwait

As many as 8 lakh Indians may have to leave Kuwait as its National Assembly's legal and legislative committee has green-lit a draft expat bill.

07 Jan 2019

Saudi Arabia

Saudi teen escapes family, trapped in Bangkok airport, seeks help

An 18-year-old Saudi Arabia teen has sought help from people across the globe and human rights organizations to prevent her deportation to Kuwait, as she fears for her life.

Here are 5 Indians who were a part of WWE

While most Indian WWE fans grew up watching WWE icons like Hulk Hogan, The Undertaker, and Stone Cold rock the WWE stage, and imagined themselves headlining WrestleMania, some have really gone ahead and fulfilled their dreams.

27 Oct 2018

Narendra Modi

External Affairs Minister Swaraj to visit Qatar, Kuwait from Oct-28

Minister for External Affairs Sushma Swaraj will travel to Qatar and Kuwait from October 28 to 31 in pursuit of India's objective of enhanced engagement with the Gulf region.

02 Aug 2018

Hyderabad

Hyderabad: Jazeera Airways flight catches fire after landing, passengers safe

The right engine of Kuwait's Jazeera Airways aircraft, carrying about 150 passengers, caught a minor fire after it landed at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad at 1:30 am today.

14 Jul 2018

Pakistan News

Hockey-player Sandeep Singh's biopic, 'Soorma' hits theaters across Pakistan, Kuwait

"Soorma", Indian hockey player Sandeep Singh's biopic, has hit theatres across Pakistan and Kuwait.

07 May 2018

Sushma Swaraj

Adnan Sami's staff allegedly called "Indian dogs" at Kuwait Airport

Whether it is Shah Rukh Khan, APJ Abdul Kalam, Sudha Murthy or Adnan Sami, racism against Indians apparently exists globally.

24 Feb 2018

Murder

Employer arrested for Filipina maid's death in Kuwait freezer

After a manhunt spanning several weeks, police have arrested the employer of a 29-year-old Filipina maid who was found dead in a freezer in Kuwait.

18 Nov 2017

San Marino

Qatar the richest country in the world per capita

Based on the per capita income of its people, Qatar has been named the world's richest country.

01 Oct 2017

Chennai

Flight services disrupted in Chennai due to heavy rain

Heavy rain in the early hours of Sunday morning, and the resultant low visibility in Chennai has disrupted both domestic and international flight services to and from the city.