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Indonesia explores plan to build Haj village in Makkah

Hyderabad, Aug. 2 -- The Indonesian government is exploring plans to acquire land near the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, with the aim of establishing a dedicated village for its Haj pilgrims. ... Read More


Saudi Arabia grants expat workers 60 days to avoid absconding label

Riyadh, Aug. 1 -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has introduced a 60-day grace period under new updates to its Qiwa labour platform, allowing workers time to regularise their employment status befo... Read More


Watch: Dubai launches first AI-generated 'Emirati family'

Dubai, Aug. 1 -- In a major stride towards digital transformation, Digital Dubai has launched the first-ever AI-powered Emirati Family, designed to enhance communication and awareness around the city'... Read More


Slovenia becomes first European country to ban arms trade with Israel

Hyderabad, Aug. 1 -- In a landmark decision, Slovenia has become the first European Union member state to impose a complete ban on the import, export, and transit of arms and military equipment to and... Read More


Saudi Arabia launches trial run of first food delivery robots

Riyadh, Aug. 1 -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Transport General Authority (TGA) has launched the country's first food delivery robots at ROSHN Business Front, a modern business district in Riyadh. ... Read More


Madinah accredited as WHO 'healthy city' for second time

Hyderabad, Aug. 1 -- Madinah has once again been accredited as a Healthy City by the World Health Organization (WHO), becoming the second-largest city in the Middle East with a population of over one ... Read More


Canada to recognise Palestinian State in September

Ottawa, July 31 -- In a landmark declaration, Canada will officially recognise the State of Palestine at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in September 2025, Prime Minister Mark ... Read More


At least 23 injured after amusement park ride collapses in Saudi Arabia

Hyderabad, July 31 -- In a tragic accident, at least 23 people sustained injuries, three of whom remain in critical condition, after the '360 Degrees' ride collapsed at Green Mountain Amusement Park i... Read More


Dubai to offer one hour free parking around mosques during prayer time

Dubai, July 31 -- Worshippers in Dubai will be able to park free of charge for one hour during prayer times at 59 mosques across the emirate, as part of a new smart parking initiative launching in Aug... Read More


Malta to recognise Palestinian state in September

Valleta, July 30 -- Malta has announced that it will formally recognise the State of Palestine during the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September. Maltese Prime Minister Robert A... Read More