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Madinah records highest temperature in Saudi Arabia
The city of Madinah recorded the highest temperature in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) at 47 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, August 21. The announcement was made on X by Saudi Arabia’s…
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Watch: Heavy rain lashes Makkah, Madinah; NCM issue warning
Heavy rain, accompanied by strong winds and thunderstorms, lashed in Makkah, Madinah, and other regions across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) on Wednesday, August 21, providing relief from the scorching heat.…
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Saudi Arabia to host 3rd edition of Global AI Summit in Sep
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is gearing up to host the third edition of the Global AI Summit from September 10 to 12 at the King Abdul Aziz International Conference Centre…
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Saudi Arabia launches new Umrah program to boost pilgrim experience
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah has launched the Direct Umrah Program, enabling companies to directly serve pilgrims, ensuring high-quality standards without intermediaries. This initiative aims to enhance…
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Sonu Sood helps Hyderabadi man bring back uncle’s body from Saudi Arabia
Hyderabad: Bollywood actor and philanthropist Sonu Sood once again came to the rescue of a Hyderabadi fan and helped him bring back his uncle’s mortal remains after he passed away in Saudi…
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Peregrine falcon chick sells for record Rs 89L at Saudi auction
Riyadh: A peregrine falcon chick, named Ultra White, was sold for a record this year of Saudi Arabian Riyals (SAR) 400,000 (Rs 89,44,823) at the 2024 International Falcon Breeders Auction (IFBA) at…
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Madinah: E-services enhance visitors experience at Prophet’s Mosque
Madinah: The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques offers electronic services on Android and iPhone in multiple languages in order to enhance the experience of…
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World’s first electric hydrofoil ship is coming to Saudi Arabia’s NEOM
In a ground-breaking deal, the Candela P-12, the world’s first electric hydrofoil ship, will serve the planned water network in NEOM, a 500 billion-dollar futuristic megacity being built in the Kingdom of…
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Dr Suhel Ajaz Khan, concurrent Indian envoy presents credential to Yemeni President
Dr Suhel Ajaz Khan, ambassador of India to Saudi Arabia, who holds concurrent accreditation for Yemen, officially presented his credentials to Dr Rashad Al-Alimi, President of Yemen, in a ceremony held in…
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Saudi Arabia: 2 falcons sold for Rs 24 lakh at auction in Riyadh
The 2024 International Falcon Breeders Auction in Saudi Arabia concluded after eight nights of impressive sales, with two falcons fetching a remarkable 109,000 Saudi Riyal (around Rs 29,000). The event showcased the…
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Saudia ranks first globally for on-time performance in July
Riyadh: Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia), the national carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), has topped the list of global airlines for on-time performance (OTP) in July 2024. The airlines have…
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Abu Al-Waul: Saudi Arabia’s longest cave in Madinah beckons adventure seekers
Abu Al-Waul Cave, located in the Harrat Khaybar volcanic field, in the Khaybar Governorate of the Madinah region, Saudi Arabia, is a popular destination for caving enthusiasts, researchers, and adventurers. It is…
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Saudi Arabia: Over 70K job openings on new unified employment platform
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has launched ‘Jadarat’, a new unified national employment platform offering more than 70,000 job opportunities across multiple sectors. The platform was launched on Sunday, August…
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Indonesia, Saudi Arabia to build 60 MW floating solar plant in West Java
Jakarta: Indonesia’s state-owned electricity company PT PLN Indonesia (PLN) has partnered with a Saudi Arabian company to develop a 60 megawatt (MW) floating solar power plant at Saguling Reservoir in West Java.…
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Rare super blue moon to light skies in Saudi Arabia
A rare full moon, also known as a super blue moon, will illuminate the skies worldwide, including Saudi Arabia, on Monday, August 19. Taking to X on Sunday, August 18, Jeddah Astronomical…
