Riyadh: Strict inspection and punishment continue against those who violate various laws and stay illegally in Saudi Arabia. In one week, 17,030 foreigners were arrested for violating residence, employment and border security regulations. 10,662 people were arrested for violation...
RIYADH: Those with visit visas in Saudi Arabia are prohibited from entering and staying in Makkah for a month from Thursday. The Ministry of Home Affairs stated that the decision will be applicable to all types of visit visas.
Holders...
RIYADH: As the Hajj season approaches, the Transport Authority has announced that it has increased services to transport pilgrims to and from Makkah by buses between the country's cities. These services will be available for pilgrims who wish to...
Riyadh: Police arrested four foreign women who committed theft and pickpocketing in Makkah. The Makkah police arrested four Egyptian women for pickpocketing in public places and bus stations.
The police recovered the stolen items from them. This is part of...
Riyadh: Two female students died in a college bus accident in Makkah. Four students were injured. A mini bus carrying female students from Ummul Qura University met with an accident on the fourth ring road in Makkah. The bus...
RIYADH: Registration for I'tikaf (meal gathering) has begun at Masjid-ul-Haram. Registration begins on Sunday and is open until the number of people is reached.
The authority emphasized the need to follow the regulations and guidelines in Masjid-ul-Haram. Applicants age should...
Considering the rush during Ramadan, the Haram General Authority has prepared special facilities for the Umrah pilgrims in Makkah's Masjid al-Haram to facilitate rituals and prayers. 210 doors have been opened exclusively for pilgrims to reduce the rush of...
Four tankers caught fire after hitting mines near the Strait of Hormuz, while the US prepares additional air defenses in Israel. Trump signals readiness for a strike despite unresolved negotiations with Tehran.
Projections give Democrats control of the House and put them within striking distance of the Senate. Key wins in South Carolina and North Carolina highlight a widening Democratic wave.
Govidan Nair, a 62‑year‑old Indian textile owner living in Dubai, secured a $1 million prize in the Millennium Millionaire Series 562 after 25 years of participation. Another Indian winner took home a Harley‑Davidson in the accompanying draw.
A mid‑morning collision between two private helicopters at Pheriche helipad in Nepal’s Solukhumbu district left one Indian tourist dead and three people injured. Authorities are investigating the accident as the trekking season peaks.
Iran has presented seven core conditions it says must be satisfied before any cease‑fire with the United States can be finalized. Tehran also pledged to lift the Hormuz closure in just 48 hours once its demands are fulfilled.
