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Meet Giancarlo Esposito, the 'Breaking Bad' actor, who accepted Islam and recited Shahada after Saudi Arabia visit: Watch videoGiancarlo Esposito accepts Islam: Popular actor Giancarlo Esposito, famous for 'Breaking Bad' and 'The Boys', has embraced Islam in Saudi A...
Government unveils Haj Policy 2027, invites applications from prospective pilgrimsThe Haj Policy 2027 carries forward the Minority Affairs Ministry's sustained efforts to make the pilgrimage more comfortable, safe and dig...
FIFA World Cup 2026 Matchday 11: Spain aim for first win after goalless draw and Uruguay meet Cabo Verde; how to watch live streaming in US and Canada - check kick-off time and venuesMatchday 11 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 sees Groups G and H teams vying for their first win, with all four still seeking crucial points for ...
FIFA World Cup: Yamal-inspired Spain stride to one-sided victory over Saudi ArabiaHaving scored in the 11th minute, Yamal, at the age of 18 years and 343 days old, registered his maiden FIFA World Cup goal just 14 days yo...
Beyond West Asia conflict: India's oil imports back on track, boosted by record Russian shipmentsIndia’s crude oil imports have returned to normal levels in June, recovering after earlier disruptions caused by geopolitical tensions and ...
Iran's Revolutionary Guards set up covert Iraqi cells to attack Gulf neighbors, sources sayIran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has formed new secret groups in Iraq. These cells are carrying out drone attacks on Gulf nations like Kuwa...
Man Industries bullish on Gulf after US-Iran truceIndian construction companies are set to gain from Middle East rebuilding. Man Industries acquired a Saudi Arabian firm, boosting its capac...
Saudi Arabia limits instant work visas for new businessesSaudi Arabia has introduced new rules for instant work visas. Newly established businesses can now get up to five visas. Older companies ca...
Pakistan police accidentally gun down nine-year-old Australian girl, injure family after mistaking them for robbersA nine-year-old Australian girl Hania Ahmed died and her father and brother were injured when Pakistani police opened fire during a robbery...
Why Saudi Arabia imports sand despite being covered by desertDespite vast desert landscapes, Saudi Arabia imports construction-grade sand due to its smooth, wind-shaped grains being unsuitable for con...
FIFA World Cup 2026: Late equaliser from Araujo helps Uruguay play 1-1 draw against Saudi ArabiaIn an intense kickoff to the World Cup, Uruguay battled to a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia. Maximiliano Araujo struck a crucial equalizer i...
Saudi Arabia frustrate Uruguay with hard-fought World Cup draw in MiamiUruguay were held to a 1-1 draw by Saudi Arabia in a hard-fought World Cup encounter. Despite dominating possession and creating numerous c...
India's trade with West Asia gradually improving: Commerce SecyIndia's trade with West Asia faced disruptions in May due to the US-Iran conflict. Exports saw a slight dip but are recovering. Imports als...
Saudi Arabia to require Premium Residency holders to obtain dedicated work permitsSaudi Arabia's Premium Residency holders must now secure a dedicated work permit via the Qiwa digital platform, costing SR100. This new req...
Saudi Arabia lifts 5-year ban on Lebanese imports, marking a thaw in Gulf-Lebanon tiesAfter a five-year hiatus, Saudi Arabia is reopening its market to Lebanese imports, a decision that stemmed from previous drug smuggling ap...
Saudi Arabia’s Diriyah Hajj route treasure: 1,200-year-old Abbasid-era gold, silver gemstone-studded jewellery shock archaeologistsA significant archaeological find in Saudi Arabia's Al-Qassim region has unearthed a ceramic jar containing over 100 pieces of gold, silver...
Minority affairs ministry plans major AI rolloutThe minority affairs ministry is integrating artificial intelligence into its services. AI chatbots and voice solutions will soon support c...
Saudi Arabia opens Umrah visa applications for new season; pilgrim arrivals beginSaudi Arabia has opened Umrah visa applications for the 1448 AH season, with international pilgrims allowed to begin arriving from May 31, ...
Hajj travel becomes costlier for pilgrims as Iran-US war disrupts Gulf air routesPilgrims heading to Saudi Arabia for Hajj face higher travel costs. Airfares and packages have risen significantly due to increased fuel pr...
Saudi Arabia to resume Umrah visa services from May 31; announces 2026-27 pilgrimage datesSaudi Arabia has unveiled the Umrah calendar for the 2026-27 season, resuming visa issuance on May 31, 2026. Pilgrims can enter Mecca from ...