Saudi Arabia: News
23 Dec 2024
Angela MerkelWhat we know about Germany Christmas market attack suspect
The suspect behind the tragic car attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on December 20, 2024, has been identified as Taleb al-Abdulmohsen.
21 Dec 2024
KuwaitModi on 2-day Kuwait visit, to attend Gulf Cup opening
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a two-day official visit to Kuwait, the first by an Indian prime minister to the Gulf nation in 43 years.
18 Dec 2024
NepalWhy Pakistan has put over 4,300 beggars on no-fly list
Pakistan has put some 4,300 beggars on the Exit Control List (ECL) to stop them from going abroad.
13 Dec 2024
Ministry Of External Affairs86 Indians attacked or murdered in foreign nations in 2023
In 2023, 86 Indian nationals were attacked or murdered in different countries, the Ministry of External Affairs said.
08 Dec 2024
HollywoodGirls steered toward acting but...: Olivia Wilde criticizes gender bias
Hollywood actor-turned-director Olivia Wilde recently spoke about gender disparity in the film industry at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia.
08 Dec 2024
AfghanistanAfghan filmmaker Roya Sadat granted entry to Saudi's Red Sea
Afghan director Roya Sadat has now been cleared to attend the Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia.
05 Dec 2024
Allu ArjunSaudi Arabia edits 'Pushpa 2' scene featuring Hindu deities
The Saudi Arabian censor board has reportedly cut a major scene from the Telugu film Pushpa 2: The Rule, which was released on Thursday.
05 Dec 2024
Emmanuel MacronFrench PM Michel Barnier ousted in no-confidence vote: What next
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier has been ousted from office after a no-confidence vote in the National Assembly.
03 Dec 2024
IraqWho's al-Jawlani—leader of Syrian rebel group HTS which took Aleppo
One of the oldest cities in recorded history, Aleppo, was seized by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) on November 30.
02 Dec 2024
Aamir KhanAamir, Kareena to grace Red Sea Film Festival 2024
Bollywood luminaries Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan will be attending the fourth edition of the Red Sea Film Festival 2024 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
28 Nov 2024
BengaluruLashkar terrorist extradited from Rwanda for funding terrorism in India
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has secured the extradition of a key Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) fugitive, Salman Rehman Khan, from Rwanda. Khan is accused of providing funds and weapons to militant outfits in Bengaluru.
28 Nov 2024
Bay of BengalCyclone Fengal to intensify; heavy rainfall expected in Tamil Nadu
Cyclone Fengal is expected to intensify and hit the Tamil Nadu-Puducherry coasts by November 30, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said.
25 Nov 2024
Donald TrumpS-Korea talks explained: Can world agree on plastic pollution treaty
The final round of negotiations for a legally binding treaty to combat plastic pollution is underway in Busan, South Korea.
24 Nov 2024
ChinaCOP29 deal increases funding for poorer nations' clean energy transition
The latest United Nations (UN) climate talks (COP29) in Azerbaijan have ended with a historic $300 billion deal.
19 Nov 2024
Bill GatesThis royal family is 4x richer than Musk, Gates combined
The royal family of Saudi Arabia, the House of Saud, has a jaw-dropping net worth of $1.4 trillion.
31 Oct 2024
Rohit Shetty'Singham Again,' 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa' banned in Saudi Arabia: Here's why
The upcoming Bollywood films Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, set to release on Friday (November 1), will not be screened in Saudi Arabia.
30 Oct 2024
Elon MuskMusk predicts humanoid robots could make Tesla $25 TRILLION company
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has made a bold prediction about the future of his company.
26 Oct 2024
Benjamin NetanyahuIsrael strikes Iran: How did the West, Arab countries react
The United States and the United Kingdom have urged Iran to refrain from retaliating after Israel's airstrikes on Iranian military targets.
25 Oct 2024
RiyadhWhat's special about Saudi's $50B building, a 400m cube
Saudi Arabia has broken ground on The Mukaab, a project that will become the "world's largest building."
13 Oct 2024
Tourism AssociationIndigenous tourism could add $67B to global economy by 2034
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has predicted that indigenous tourism could add a whopping $67 billion to the global economy by 2034.
03 Oct 2024
Hamas100 newborns named 'Nasrallah' in Iraq after Hezbollah chief's killing
After the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli airstrike, Iraq has seen a spike in newborns named after him.
02 Oct 2024
BBCGiven no wheelchair, paralyzed journalist crawls to plane's toilet
Frank Gardner, the British Broadcasting Corporation's (BBC) security correspondent, has publicly criticized LOT Polish Airlines for its lack of onboard aisle chairs.
26 Sep 2024
Benjamin NetanyahuIsrael rejects call for 21-day ceasefire with Hezbollah
Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz rejected proposals for a cease-fire with Hezbollah on Thursday, after calls from the United States and France for a 21-day pause in warfare.
25 Sep 2024
IslamabadWhy Saudi Arabia is furious over Pakistan's 'export' of beggars
Saudi Arabia has issued a stern warning to Pakistan regarding the influx of beggars entering the kingdom under the guise of religious pilgrimage.
21 Sep 2024
RiyadhWeWork founder's new venture Flow expands to Saudi Arabia
Adam Neumann, the founder of WeWork, has expanded his latest real estate venture, Flow, into Saudi Arabia.
12 Sep 2024
DubaiG20 nations backtracking on fossil fuel pledge, warn activists
Climate change campaigners have expressed concern over the apparent backtracking by G20 nations from their commitment to transition away from fossil fuels.
02 Sep 2024
MonkeypoxPakistan's Peshawar emerges as mpox 'epicenter', sparks concern
Peshawar city in Pakistan has been identified as the "epicenter" of the rapidly spreading monkeypox (mpox) virus.
30 Aug 2024
IranAt 82.2°C, Iran records highest heat index, what it means
A weather station in southern Iran has reported a staggering heat index of 82.2°C (180°F) and a dew point of 36.1°C (97°F).
27 Aug 2024
Lionel MessiMessi turned down €1 billion to join Saudi club: Report
Lionel Messi, the Argentine football legend, has made a significant impact on Major League Soccer (MLS) since joining Inter Miami.
25 Aug 2024
TelanganaTelangana man die in Saudi desert after losing GPS signal
A 27-year-old Indian man from Telangana and his Sudanese colleague tragically lost their lives due to severe dehydration and exhaustion in Saudi Arabia's Rub' al Khali desert.
19 Aug 2024
AR Rahman'Aadujeevitham' director Blessy addresses Kerala State Film Awards controversy
Blessy, the director of the acclaimed Malayalam film Aadujeevitham, has responded to criticism regarding the movie's recognition at the Kerala State Film Awards 2024.
16 Aug 2024
TechnologyGamer connects 444 consoles to TV, earns Guinness World Record
Ibrahim Al-Nasser, a video game enthusiast from Saudi Arabia, has set a new Guinness World Record by connecting an impressive 444 different gaming consoles to a single television.
02 Aug 2024
WorldSci-fi meets soccer: Saudi Arabia wows with futuristic stadium designs
Saudi Arabia has unveiled ambitious plans to construct 11 state-of-the-art soccer stadiums, as part of its bid to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup.
17 Jul 2024
LifestyleHigh-end fashion: Bathroom slippers priced at $1196 in Saudi Arabia
In an unusual twist in fashion trends, a pair of blue slippers, commonly referred to as "hawai chappals" in India, are being sold for over $1,196 (₹1 lakh) in Saudi Arabia.
10 Jul 2024
NikeNike inspires Saudi girls with 'What if You Can?' campaign
Nike launched its first-ever campaign in Saudi Arabia, titled What if You Can?, developed by Wieden + Kennedy, earlier this year.
29 Jun 2024
Anurag KashyapAnurag Kashyap spent a night in lock-up for this reason
In a recent interview with Samay Raina on his YouTube channel, renowned Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap disclosed a transformative experience from his past.
21 Jun 2024
Ministry Of External Affairs98 Indians have died in Saudi Arabia during Hajj
The Indian Foreign Ministry has confirmed the death of 98 Indian nationals due to natural causes during this year's Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.
20 Jun 2024
Indonesia68 Indians among 645 Hajj pilgrims who died in Mecca
A Saudi Arabia diplomat confirmed on Wednesday that 68 Indian nationals were among the over 600 pilgrims who lost their lives during this year's hajj pilgrimage in Mecca.
17 Jun 2024
Mecca2024 Hajj sees 19 deaths amidst heatwave in Saudi Arabia
The 2024 Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of at least 19 pilgrims from Jordan and Iran due to extreme heat, as reported by both countries.
14 Jun 2024
IsraelOver 1.5 million Muslims begin Hajj pilgrimage amid Gaza conflict
In the intense heat of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, over 1.5 million Muslim pilgrims from around the world have congregated to begin the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
09 Jun 2024
Initial Public Offering (IPO)IPO-bound FirstCry planning to ramp up operations in global markets
FirstCry, India's premier multi-channel retail platform for newborns, kids, and mothers, has unveiled plans to extend its operations globally.
02 Jun 2024
CyclonePM Narendra Modi to hold 7 key meetings today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold seven key meetings on a variety of topics on Sunday following the conclusion of the Lok Sabha elections, government sources reported.
31 May 2024
AMDUS extends chip export restrictions to Middle East
The US Commerce Department has broadened its chip export restrictions, initially aimed at China and several other foreign adversaries, to now include a large portion of the Middle East.
28 May 2024
Indian GovernmentIndian government to enhance workers' skills for overseas job opportunities
The Indian government is planning a significant skill upgrade for its professional workforce.
19 May 2024
Benjamin NetanyahuCracks in Israeli War Cabinet: Key member threatens to resign
Benny Gantz, a crucial member of Israel's three-man war cabinet, has issued an ultimatum to the Benjamin Netanyahu government over its current strategy in the ongoing war with Hamas.
16 Apr 2024
KarachiPakistani woman summoned as 1st husband goes to Noida court
Seema Haider, a Pakistani national who unlawfully entered India last year, has been summoned to appear before a family court in Noida.
26 Mar 2024
RiyadhSaudi Arabia to participate in Miss Universe for first time!
In an unprecedented move, Saudi Arabia has declared its first-ever participation in the esteemed Miss Universe pageant.
23 Mar 2024
AnimeSaudi Arabia announces first-ever 'Dragon Ball' theme park
Following the tragic demise of Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama, Saudi Arabia is set to construct a theme park inspired by the Dragon Ball universe.
20 Mar 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningSaudi Arabia plans $40B fund to invest in artificial intelligence
Saudi Arabia is reportedly preparing to set up a $40 billion fund dedicated to artificial intelligence (AI) investments.
30 Jan 2024
Travel And TourismSaudi Arabia announces luxury train service, 'Dream of the Desert'
Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) is teaming up with Italy's Arsenale Group to launch the Middle East's premier luxury train experience, called 'Dream of the Desert.'
24 Jan 2024
Mohammed Bin SalmanSaudi Arabia to open its first alcohol store for diplomats
Saudi Arabia is planning to open its first alcohol store in its capital, Riyadh, exclusively for non-Muslim diplomats, Reuters reported.
02 Jan 2024
RussiaIndia turns to Saudi amid lower Russian oil imports
In December, India saw a 4% increase in oil imports from Saudi Arabia, while oil purchases from Russia dropped to their lowest in 11 months due to payment issues, as reported by vessel tracking agencies.
21 Dec 2023
Uttar PradeshWife donates kidney to sick brother, gets 'talaq' from husband
In a shocking development from Uttar Pradesh, a man reportedly gave "triple talaq" to his wife over WhatsApp after she informed him that she donated a kidney to her sick brother.
10 Dec 2023
Heathrow AirportSaudi Arabia may gain majority control of London's Heathrow Airport
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) and investment company Ardian are eyeing majority control of London's Heathrow, Europe's busiest airport, The Times has reported.
09 Dec 2023
Uttar PradeshUP woman shot in head by cop inside police station
In a shocking incident in Uttar Pradesh (UP), a woman was shot in the head from close range with a pistol by a police officer, reports said on Saturday.
08 Dec 2023
RussiaOil prices face 7th consecutive weekly decline: Here's why
Oil prices are bouncing back after a seven-week slump, thanks to Saudi Arabia and Russia encouraging more OPEC+ members to reduce output.
02 Dec 2023
Katrina KaifRanveer to Katrina: India at Red Sea Film Festival 2023
Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Film Festival 2023 is underway in Jeddah.
28 Nov 2023
Mohammed Bin SalmanSaudi plans to 'hook' poor countries on oil, boost demand
Saudi Arabia plans to boost demand for its oil in poor countries through an investment initiative—the Oil Demand Sustainability Programme (ODSP)—revealed an investigation by the Centre for Climate Reporting and Channel 4 News.
23 Nov 2023
IndiaIndia's crude oil imports touched 4-month high this October
India experienced a 5.9% increase in crude oil imports in October, totaling 18.53 million metric tons, as reported by the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC).
14 Nov 2023
International Energy AgencyIEA raises oil demand growth forecasts for 2023 and 2024
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has revised its oil demand growth projections for 2023 and 2024 upward, despite a slowdown in economic growth among major economies.
07 Nov 2023
RussiaOil prices fall below $80 amid US Fed rate concerns
For the first time in over two months, oil prices have dipped under $80 a barrel.
07 Nov 2023
Saudi AramcoSaudi Aramco's Q3 profits down 23% amid falling crude prices
Saudi Aramco reported a 23% decrease in net profit for the third quarter, with earnings dropping to $32.6 billion from $42.4 billion in the same period last year.
03 Nov 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)Saudi Arabia is exploring a multibillion-dollar investment in IPL
Saudi Arabia is reportedly considering a multibillion-dollar stake in the Indian Premier League (IPL), the world's most lucrative cricket league, as per Bloomberg.
28 Oct 2023
QatarIndia has 'limited options' against Qatar executing 8 ex-Navy officers
India reportedly has "limited options" in its efforts to commute the death sentences of eight former Indian Navy officers convicted in Qatar, as the exact nature of their charges remains uncertain.
27 Oct 2023
United States of AmericaOil prices jump as US strikes Iran-linked targets in Syria
Oil prices surged by over $1 per barrel on Friday after the Pentagon said the United States hit targets in Syria affiliated with Iran, Reuters reported.
