Saturday, November 7, 2026

Hail

Saudi Arabia: Hail, storm, heavy rain.. floods in Mecca and Medina, entire Saudi Arabia on high alert

Mecca and Medina are very holy pilgrimage sites in Saudi Arabia. Every year millions of Muslims from all over the world come here to perform Hajj and Umrah. But these days heavy rains have changed the atmosphere of the...

Latest News

UAE’s ADNOC signs 10‑year LNG supply pact with Gujarat Energy

Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC has signed a ten‑year agreement with Gujarat Energy to supply up to 4 million tonnes of LNG each year to India from 2028. The contract aims to deepen long‑term energy cooperation between the UAE and India.

Oman and Iran discuss reopening Hormuz shipping lane amid security talks

Oman and Iran’s foreign ministers spoke on Thursday about re‑establishing safe shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. They emphasized technical measures to secure the corridor and prevent future conflicts.

Sheela Paul stresses Gandhi’s peace message at Sharjah Book Fair

At the Sharjah International Book Fair, author Sheela Paul addressed a Gandhi Smruthi lecture series organized by the Mahatma Gandhi Cultural Forum. She urged the audience to adopt Gandhi’s principles to foster global peace.

Nol‑Jaywan Card Trial Begins in Dubai for Transport and Daily Payments

Dubai’s transport authority is testing a new Nol‑Jaywan card that merges public‑transport fare with broader payment functions. The trial, launched this month, aims to let commuters use one card for travel, parking and everyday purchases.

UAE energy firms turn to automation and AI to boost resilience

Emerson officials explain that advanced automation and AI are reducing outage times and improving safety in the UAE’s energy industry. They stress that while digital tools aid resilience, physical redundancy still protects capacity.