European nations now believe some Hormuz fees are InevitableLeading European nations now acknowledge potential fees for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a shift in stance following the US-Iran ...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.10 PM IST
Iran rejects US-led Gulf security summit, says Hormuz is under its commandIran has sharply criticized a US-led security summit in Bahrain, asserting that the Strait of Hormuz falls under Tehran's command, not Amer...
02 Jul, 2026, 09.29 AM IST
Saudi Arabia extends work permit compliance deadline for foreign workers until December 2026Saudi Arabia has granted a significant reprieve to foreign workers and their employers, extending the deadline to regularize work permit st...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.13 PM IST
Trump filing shows he took in about $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last yearPresident Trump's crypto ventures reportedly raked in nearly $1.2 billion last year, eclipsing his property empire. While investors faced l...
01 Jul, 2026, 06.15 AM IST
Money can't buy success in World Cup for gulf nations like Saudi Arabia and QatarGulf nations like Saudi Arabia and Qatar invested extensively in soccer and infrastructure, yet both faced disappointing exits from the Wor...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.58 AM IST
World Cup 2026: Saudi Arabia, Qatar exits show money can't buy successDespite ambitious spending and notable player acquisitions, Gulf countries like Saudi Arabia and Qatar experienced disappointing World Cup ...
29 Jun, 2026, 01.29 PM IST
An aggressive growth strategy and multi-city expansion bid, Umm Al Qura’s SAR 50 billion portfolioUmm Al Qura, developer of Makkah's Masar Destination, unveils a 2026–2030 strategy to expand across Makkah, Jeddah and Madinah, targeting a...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
FIFA: Money can't buy success in World Cup for gulf nations like Saudi Arabia and QatarGulf nations like Saudi Arabia and Qatar, despite significant investment in soccer and infrastructure, faced early exits from the World Cup...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.30 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Saudi Arabia set to sack head coach Donis after group-stage exitSaudi Arabia's football federation is set for a major shake-up following a disappointing World Cup exit. Coach Georgios Donis is likely to ...
27 Jun, 2026, 09.08 PM IST
Cabo Verde reach knockouts in historic World Cup debut, book Round of 32 showdown with Messi’s ArgentinaCabo Verde has etched its name in World Cup history, reaching the knockout stage in its debut tournament as the smallest nation to do so. T...
27 Jun, 2026, 08.45 AM IST
FIFA World Cup: Cape Verde extend World Cup fairytale to set up Argentina meetingCape Verde's incredible World Cup debut continues as they secured a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia, propelling them into the knockout stages...
27 Jun, 2026, 08.03 AM IST
1 km high, 167+ storeys: All about Jeddah Tower, the Saudi mega skyscraper set to surpass Burj KhalifaSaudi Arabia's Jeddah Tower has surpassed 100 floors, inching closer to its goal of becoming the world's tallest building at over 1,000 met...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.12 PM IST
Saudi Arabia introduces online portal for foreign property ownershipSaudi Arabia has unveiled a new digital platform, "Saudi Properties," simplifying foreign property ownership. This initiative, aligned with...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.02 PM IST
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...
22 Jun, 2026, 10.08 PM IST
New policy formulated for evaluation of Private CBSE students in Gulf countries: Centre to Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court was informed by the Centre about a new CBSE policy for private students whose Class XII exams in Gulf countries were canc...
22 Jun, 2026, 05.06 PM IST
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...
19 Jun, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
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...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST