Telcos navigate subsea cable risks; Centre asks for analysis, fallback options as war ragesAmidst escalating tensions in West Asia, the Indian government has directed telecom firms and subsea cable operators to assess risks to cri...
27 Mar, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Bilateral Haj Agreement signed with Saudi Arabia; India's quota fixed at 175,025 for 2026India's Haj quota for 2026 has been confirmed at 175,025. Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju signed the bilateral Haj Agreement in Jedd...
10 Nov, 2025, 08.34 AM IST
Air India Express launches direct flights from Bengaluru to Jeddah, Kuwait, RiyadhAir India Express is launching direct flights from Bengaluru to Jeddah and Riyadh in Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait, starting October 26. These n...
10 Oct, 2025, 08.34 PM IST
Indian Navy's stealth frigate 'Tamal', guided-missile destroyer 'Surat' visit Saudi ArabiaIndian Navy's stealth frigate INS Tamal and guided-missile destroyer INS Surat made port calls at Jeddah, signaling India's dedication to b...
29 Aug, 2025, 09.54 PM IST
IMEC is a key catalyst of commerce, connectivity and growth in the entire region: PM ModiNarendra Modi highlights the strong bond between India and Saudi Arabia. He calls Saudi Arabia a trusted friend and strategic ally. Modi em...
22 Apr, 2025, 07.11 PM IST
Modi departs for key Jeddah visit; says India values 'historic relations' with Saudi ArabiaPrime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day state visit to Saudi Arabia, marking his first visit to Jeddah. He will co-chair the Str...
22 Apr, 2025, 07.10 PM IST
Modi’s historic Saudi Arabia visit to seal major pacts, push for bigger Hajj quotaPrime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Saudi Arabia marks a significant milestone as the first Indian prime minister in four decades to vi...
22 Apr, 2025, 07.09 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Jeddah for two-day visitPrime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Jeddah on a two-day visit—his first to the city and the first by an Indian PM in 40 years—at the in...
22 Apr, 2025, 03.55 PM IST
Saudi's special mid-air gesture for PM Modi as he enters its airspace. Watch videoPrime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Saudi Arabia on a two-day state visit, his third to the country and first to Jeddah. As a special g...
22 Apr, 2025, 01.52 PM IST
Indian official meets Saudi Arabia's Vice Haj Minister, discusses logistical arrangements for pilgrimsPardeshi held a meeting with Saudi Arabia's Vice Haj Minister Abdul Fattah Mashat and discussed logistical arrangements and infrastructure ...
08 May, 2024, 04.33 PM IST
EAM Jaishankar calls on Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, hands over PM Modi's written messageEarlier on Sunday in Riyadh, Jaishankar held "warm and productive" talks with his Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan during which t...
12 Sep, 2022, 10.24 AM IST
'Are you with us or with Qatar,' Saudi King asks Pakistan PM Nawaz SharifThe Saudi monarch asked Sharif to take a clear position on Qatar during their meeting in Jeddah on Monday, The Express Tribune reported, ci...
14 Jun, 2017, 02.46 PM IST
Irfan Pathan ties the knot with Safa Baig in MeccaThe cricketer married his girlfriend of two years in a small ceremony which was attended by close friends and family.
06 Feb, 2016, 09.59 AM IST
45 Indians stranded without pay for months in Saudi ArabiaThe Indians workers have lodged a complaint with the labour court, which resulted in the final exit of seven of their co-workers from Saudi...
25 Nov, 2014, 04.20 PM IST
- Indian consulate outsources consular services in Saudi Arabia
The Indian Consulate in Jeddah will outsource visa support services for foreign nationals visiting India and passport support services for ...
01 Jul, 2008, 10.47 AM IST
- Saudis willing to act to bring oil prices down: UN chief
Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah views current oil prices as "abnormally high" and is willing to do whatever he can to bring them down to "adeq...
15 Jun, 2008, 05.07 PM IST
- Saudis willing to act to bring oil prices down
Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah views current oil prices as "abnormally high" and is willing to do whatever he can to bring them down to "adeq...
15 Jun, 2008, 03.19 PM IST