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Alat plans $100bn investment in tech, announces 4 partners in Saudi Arabia
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The newly established Saudi tech enterprise, Alat, is poised to invest $100bn with the goal of positioning the Kingdom as a prominent global technology center.

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Saudi Arabia: Riyadh Air Commercial Operations to start by mid-2025 
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Saudi Arabia's latest airline venture, Riyadh Air, is poised to commence commercial operations by the conclusion of the first half of 2025, as unveiled by the airline's Chief Operating Officer, Peter Bellew, during the Singapore Airshow on...

Technology News
Saudi Arabia launches "Saudipedia" digital platform at FOMEX
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Saudi Media Minister Salman Al-Dosary unveiled the digital platform 'Saudipedia' on Monday during the Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) in Riyadh.

Arab News
Saudi Arabia leads MENA in e-government services, ranking first in 2023
asmaa - 2 months

According to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), Saudi Arabia has clinched the top spot in the Government Electronic and Mobile Services Maturity Index for 2023.

Arab News
Saudi FM Emphasizes that Establishing Palestinian State as Key to Stability
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Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan emphasized on Saturday that achieving security and stability in the Middle East, including Israel, hinges upon the establishment of a Palestinian state.

Arab News
Saudi Government launches Hajj and Umrah MEDIATHON
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The Ministry of Media's Center for Government Communication (CGC), in partnership with the Pilgrim Experience Program (PEP), has initiated the 'Hajj and Umrah Mediathon'.

World News
India to hold Asia largest exclusive creator festival 2024
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Creators United, an Indian publishing platform devoted to influencers and entertainment, is planning to stage Creators United 2024, touted as Asia's largest exclusive creative festival, in India, bringing prominent figures and creators from all...

Arab News
Skyscanner Unveils Popular Destinations for Saudi Founding Day 2024
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As Founding Day approaches in Saudi Arabia, residents are eagerly planning their getaways, with international destinations such as Egypt, India, and Turkey emerging as top choices.

World News
A magnitude-6.1 earthquake struck the Philippine Sea
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An earthquake in the eastern Philippine Sea was detected on Monday by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) in the UAE. Their records show that the quake struck at 3:19 PM UAE time and had a magnitude of 6.1.

Arab News
Qatar releases eight Indian ex-Navy prisoners on espionage allegations.
asmaa - 2 months

Qatari authorities opted not to publicly disclose the charges against the former Indian Navy officers involved.

Arab News
Saudi Arabia: Over 18,900 arrested in residency, labor operations last week
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In its ongoing efforts to combat residency, labor, and security breaches, Saudi Arabia has undertaken a robust crackdown, resulting in the arrest of more than 18,900 individuals over the course of the past week.

Business
Dubai Customs records 17.1m visitors, 47m bags, 207,000 flights last year
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According to official statistics, last year Dubai Customs processed 46,870,957 bags from 206,396 aircraft, or an average of 128,400 bags every day.

World News
Pakistan : Imran Khan allies lead vote count final stage of the elections
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As the vote count reached its final stages in Pakistan's recent election, supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan gained ground on the two dynastic parties thought to be military favorites.

Arab News
Saudi court sentences Arab resident to one year for document forgery
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An Arab resident was recently sentenced to one year in prison by a Saudi court for faking a document indicating completion of higher education. The Public Prosecution made a statement underlining the breach of the Penal Law for Forgery Crimes, which...

Arab News
Saudi Arabia condemns Gaza assault, urges UN action to cease violence
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Saudi Arabia has issued a grave warning concerning the assault on Rafah in the Gaza Strip, which serves as a last refuge for hundreds of thousands of civilians displaced by Israeli aggression. The Kingdom firmly denounces and condemns the forced...

Arab News
Oman Real Estate Sector records $6.8 Billion in Transactions
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The Oman real estate industry witnessed substantial growth last year, with total sales and lease transactions reaching a significant milestone.

Business
India announces a surge in the population of multi-millionaires
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India has witnessed a notable upsurge in the population of multi-millionaires, with the count of individuals earning above Rs 10 million ($120,501) annually surpassing 216,000 as of December 31, 2023.

Business
India payment gateway Paytm refutes forex norm violations post RBI action
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One97 Communications, the parent company of Paytm, is currently under scrutiny by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for alleged irregularities in its payment bank operations.

Business
GCC firms rush into Saudi Arabia, seizing $3 trillion opportunities
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The Saudi Vision 2030 initiative has attracted $3 trillion in foreign investment, and businesses in the GCC are flocking to the kingdom to take advantage of all the possibilities it presents.

Arab News
Saudi Arabia announces the opening of the World Defense Show 2024 in Riyadh
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Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman, representing Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, launched the second edition of the World Defense Show 2024 in Riyadh.

Business
Saudi Arabia launches "Sah" individual savings product, with a 5.64% payout rate
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On February 4, Saudi Arabia launched the Sah, the first Shariah-compliant, government-backed savings product for individuals.

World News
Pakistan: ex-PM Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi jailed for illegal marriage
asmaa - 3 months

After a Pakistani court deemed Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi's 2018 marriage to be unlawful and un-Islamic, the couple was each handed a seven-year prison sentence.

Business
Saudi Arabia sets $53.3mln minimum limit for public-private partnership project
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A public-private partnership project must not exceed SR 200 million, according to the revised executive regulations of the Saudi Arabian Privatization Law that were published in the official periodical Umm Al-Qura. The rules also established SR 50...

Arab News
Saudi Arabia Commits SR100 Million to Combat terrorism
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Saudi Arabia has pledged SR100 million ($26.6 million) to back the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism alliance (IMCTC), according to Prince Khalid bin Salman, Minister of Defense and Chairman of the Council of Defense Ministers of the alliance.

Arab News
Saudi Arabia: Riyadh Season unveils world largest football entertainment project
asmaa - 3 months

On Thursday, the world's largest entertainment project was officially launched, according to a major statement made by Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority.

Arab News
Saudi embassy says no nationals involved in Chicago school assault incident
asmaa - 3 months

In reaction to news stories about a possible attack at Glendale Heights, Chicago's Glenside Middle School, the Saudi Embassy and the Consulate General in Houston have issued statements. According to the news accounts, the victim, a young woman...

Arab News
149 Arrested in Saudi Arabia Including Saudis and Expats for Corruption
asmaa - 3 months

A total of 149 people, including Saudi nationals and foreign nationals, were arrested in January on corruption charges, according to the Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha).

Arab News
Saudi Arabia unveils Alat for KSA as global electronics, advanced industries hub
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Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), Mohammed bin Salman, announced the launch of Alat Company, aiming to position Saudi Arabia as a global hub for electronics and advanced industries.

World News
India unveils FY25 interim budget, keeping tax rates unchanged
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Individual and corporate income tax rates, as well as customs duty, were not altered in India's interim budget for 2024-25.

Arab News
DEWA announces a 94.4% surge in Dubai Project Electricity Requests 2023
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The CEO of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, announced a substantial increase in the number of requests received through the "Al-Namoos" service. In the past year, the requests to deliver electricity...

World News
Indian Court Permits Hindus to Pray Inside Contested Mosque in Varanasi
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An Indian court in Varanasi has granted permission for Hindu worshippers to pray inside the Gyanvapi mosque, a move that addresses a longstanding religious dispute. The mosque, constructed in the 17th century by the Mughal Empire, has been a focal...

World News
Delhi fog disrupts life, flights and trains are delayed due to poor visibility
asmaa - 3 months

Dense fog has thrown travel plans into disarray in Delhi, India's capital, causing delays on numerous flights and trains.

Arab News
Saudi Aramco Instructed Against Increasing Oil Production Capacity
asmaa - 3 months

Saudi Aramco, the world's largest oil company, has been instructed by the kingdom's energy ministry to retain its Maximum Sustainable Capacity (MSC) at 12 million barrels per day (MMBD) and refrain from further increasing it to 13 MMBD.

Business
Saudi Exim Bank and ITFC Sign $25 Million Financing Deal for HBL
asmaa - 3 months

Saudi Export-Import Bank (Saudi Exim Bank) has entered into an agreement with the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) to implement a $25 million financing line for Pakistan's Habib Bank Limited (HBL).

Arab News
Emirates: 143 global destinations spanning 76 countries from Dubai
asmaa - 3 months

With the gradual recovery of travel demand following the COVID-19 pandemic, Emirates has been capitalizing on the growing desire for international travel. The airline, headquartered in Dubai, has strategically positioned itself to cater to the...

Arab News
Dubai illuminates Metro stations with 20,000 LED lights, saving 16m kilowatts
asmaa - 3 months

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has successfully concluded the first and second phases of its energy conservation project, involving the installation of 19,968 energy-efficient LED bulbs across metro stations and facilities.

Business
Abu Dhabi Health Sector Unveils 3,800 Job Openings for citizens
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As part of the Emiratization goals for healthcare institutions in 2024 and 2025, the Abu Dhabi Department of Health recently revealed the addition of 3,800 new jobs for locals.

Arab News
Oman Air expands global network with significant changes in flights
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Oman Air has stated that it would be making significant modifications to its network, including the addition or removal of destinations and alterations to frequency.

Business
Dubai unveils AED 500m initiative to propel SMEs into global markets
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Dubai businesses are set to benefit from a new funding scheme as Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, launches the "Dubai International Growth Initiative."

Arab News
Saudi Arabia Applauds ICJ Ruling on Alleged Israeli Genocide in Gaza
asmaa - 3 months

The Saudi Foreign Ministry has welcomed the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) initial ruling addressing alleged genocidal practices and statements against Palestinians in Gaza. The Ministry expresses its support for the decision while...