Riyadh: A holiday has been announced for private sector employees and non-profit sector employees in Saudi Arabia in connection with Eid al-Adha. The holiday was announced by the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. The private sector...
Manama: In the wake of heavy rain in Bahrain, the Ministry of Education has given two more days of holiday to educational institutions. The holiday was announced on Wednesday and Thursday. Institutions of higher education, schools, kindergartens, a The...
Muscat: Schools in four governorates of Oman have been declared closed today (March 6) due to unstable weather. This decision of the ministry is due to heavy rains. All public, private and international schools in the four governorates of Al-Dahira,...
Filipino pop star Carmelle triumphed at the debut Eurovision Asia held in Bangkok, securing the top spot with her song “Sobra‑Sobra”. The event featured 11 nations and drew enthusiastic crowds despite a modest live audience.
The Saudi Interior Ministry announced that two citizens, Fadel bin Hassan bin Abdullah Al Safwani and Jawad bin Abdullah bin Ali Khurairis, were executed after their terrorism convictions were upheld. The ministry warned that severe measures will persist against anyone endangering public security.
Business leaders and experts say the Gulf Railway will streamline logistics across the GCC, handling millions of passengers and 200 million tonnes of cargo annually. The network connects Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE and Oman.
Transport and postal deputy minister Fatima Abdullah Al-Dhaen explains the strategic benefits of the Gulf Railway. The rail line is set to enhance connectivity, logistics efficiency and private sector involvement.
India’s U‑19 side chased down 338 runs against Pakistan, winning by a single wicket on the final ball in Oman. Legends Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and Virender Sehwag lauded the performance, highlighting standout contributions from Aaryavir Sehwag and Lakshya Raichandani.
