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KSA mandates Bisht for high-ranking officials and legal practitioners
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has issued circular prescribing the formal use of traditional Bisht (men’s cloak) for certain categories of individuals and officials at work places and formal events. The…
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Iran, Saudi Arabia vow to expand cooperation, criticize Israel
Tehran: Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud held a phone conversation, during which they vowed to expand bilateral cooperation and jointly slammed Israel over…
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Saudi Arabia announces new archaeological discoveries in Asir region
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Heritage Commission has announced its most prominent archaeological discoveries at the Jurash site in the southern Asir region. In 2023’s fifteenth season of archaeological excavation, the…
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Saudi Arabia to participate in 74th Berlin Film Festival
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Film Commission (SFC) has announced it is going to take part in the 74th Berlin International Film Festival, which is scheduled to be held from Thursday, February…
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Saudi Arabia announces jobs for Indian expats for Haj 2024
The Consulate General of India (CGI) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, has invited applications from Indian expatriates for temporary jobs of data entry operators, clerks, drivers, and messengers for the upcoming Haj season…
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Saudi Arabia announces Ramzan, Eid Al-Fitr discount season
Riyadh: In an effort to promote early shopping, the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Commerce has announced the Ramzan and Eid Al-Fitr discount season. The season will be held from Tuesday, February 20…
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Riyadh Season attracts 17 million visitors so far
Riyadh: The Riyadh Season 2023, an entertainment and tourist festival in Saudi Arabia, has attracted 17 million visitors since its launch on October 28. The event is filled with various entertainment options,…
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Saudi Arabia: Only one month away for Ramzan 2024
The first day of Sha’ban 1445 AH (Anno Hegirae in Latin or “in the year of the Hijra”) – 2024 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) begins on Sunday, February 11,…
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Haj 2024: Saudi Arabia opens registration for domestic pilgrims
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) on Sunday, February 11, announced the start of the registration period for the Haj 2024 for citizens and residents in the Kingdom. The Saudi Ministry of…
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Saudi Arabia participates as guest of honour at New Delhi Int’l Book Fair 2024
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) on Saturday, February 10, inaugurated its pavilion at the New Delhi International Book Fair (NDIBF) where it is the guest of honor this year. The event…
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Ramzan 2024: Saudi Arabia ready to host worshippers at Prophet’s Mosque
Riyadh: With only a few weeks left for the holy month of Ramzan 1445 AH/2024 to start, the authorities at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, announced the readiness to welcome…
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Boeing to set up regional headquarters in Saudi Arabia
Boeing, a prominent US aerospace company, is set to establish its Middle East headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Boeing Saudi President Asaad Aljomoai confirmed that the license application has been submitted and…
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Watch: Rain pours while pilgrims perform Umrah in Makkah’s Grand Mosque
Much to the relief of locals residents and pilgrims performing Umrah at Grand Mosque in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, rain began pouring over the city on Friday, February 9. The rainfall comes after…
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Watch: WWE legend Undertaker makes special appearance at Riyadh Season Cup final
Riyadh: WWE legend The Undertaker has made a surprise appearance at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to unveil the Riyadh Season Cup 2024 trophy. His appearance came before the kick-off…
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Saudi Arabia launches eight new e-services for expats, visitors
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has introduced eight new electronic services for expatriates and visitors as part of the Kingdom’s journey towards digital transformation. The newly…