UAE and Iran conduct first face-to-face meeting to try deescalating Middle East tensionsUS-Iran war: Senior security officials from the United Arab Emirates and Iran met face-to-face for the first time since the US-Israeli war ...
11 Jun, 2026, 08.04 PM IST
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...
11 Jun, 2026, 09.05 AM IST
To bring the world, sell India better: The $200 million fix India needs to unlock a tourism windfallIndia's tourism sector faces challenges due to a near-zero overseas marketing budget. This has kept international arrivals below pre-pandem...
07 Jun, 2026, 11.49 PM IST
US, Iran appear far from peace deal 100 days since war beganTensions rise as US and Iran struggle for an interim deal. Fresh attacks test a fragile ceasefire. Frozen Iranian assets and the Lebanon co...
07 Jun, 2026, 09.14 PM IST
Air India, Riyadh Air sign agreement to expand premium travel options between India, Saudi ArabiaIndia's leading global airline, Air India, and Saudi Arabia's new national carrier, Riyadh Air, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.59 PM IST
UAE nuclear plant attack 'serious compromise of nuclear safety': IAEAThe head of the International Atomic Energy Agency has declared a recent drone attack on the Barakah nuclear plant in the UAE a serious com...
05 Jun, 2026, 07.24 PM IST
Air India, Riyadh Air ink initial pact for codeshare partnershipAir India and Saudi Arabia's Riyadh Air have signed an initial agreement. This partnership will offer seamless travel connections between I...
04 Jun, 2026, 03.22 PM IST
Air India, Riyadh Air sign pact to boost connectivity between India and Saudi ArabiaAir India and Riyadh Air have signed an MoU to enhance air connectivity between India and Saudi Arabia. The partnership will introduce code...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
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, ...
01 Jun, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
Shivraj Chouhan to launch 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' on June 1 as Govt reviews fertiliser, fuel stocks amid West Asia crisisUnion Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launches Khet Bachao Abhiyan nationwide from June 1. The campaign aims to reduce excessive...
31 May, 2026, 02.57 PM IST
When will US-Iran war end, Strait of Hormuz reopen? Marco Rubio reveals details after White House launches heavy strikesIran and the U.S. had indicated progress on a memorandum of understanding that could halt the war and restart shipping through the blockade...
26 May, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
Iran's top envoys discussing potential peace deal with Qatar prime minister, official saysIran's top negotiator and foreign minister met Qatar's prime minister in Doha for talks with the US. Discussions centered on a potential de...
25 May, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
With ice cream and giant fans, Hajj pilgrims battle searing heatTo avoid the punishing sun, Inas Gamal abandoned her ambitious plan of spending the days ahead of the hajj praying in Mecca's Grand Mosque ...
25 May, 2026, 07.48 AM IST
No love in Tokyo for mangoes from India this seasonJapan has suspended fresh mango imports from India due to concerns over fumigation and disinfection deficiencies identified during a March ...
24 May, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Conflict nearing end? US, Iran say getting 'a lot closer' to a dealTalks between Iran and the United States have reportedly shown progress towards ending the prolonged conflict. Pakistan is mediating these ...
23 May, 2026, 10.59 PM IST
FIFA 2026: Fewer Indians likely to travel to US World Cup amid rising costsThe World Cup expands with more teams and games. This raises questions about quality and player fatigue. FIFA believes this growth makes th...
22 May, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
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 ...
21 May, 2026, 11.18 AM IST