June 22, 2026

Middle East

Saudi Arabia arrests more than 7,700 residency, labour and border violators in one-week crackdown

Saudi Arabia arrests more than 7,700 residency, labour and border violators in one-week crackdown | World News

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Saudi authorities arrested 7,760 people for violating residency, labour and border regulations during nationwide enforcement operations conducted over a one-week period, according to the Ministry of Interior.The inspections, carried out jointly with several government agencies between May 28 and June 3, targeted individuals accused of breaching immigration and employment laws across the Kingdom.Official figures showed…

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'Triple talaq' on WhatsApp: Rajasthan woman files case against Kuwait-based husband over divorce message

‘Triple talaq’ on WhatsApp: Rajasthan woman files case against Kuwait-based husband over divorce message | World News

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A woman in Rajasthan‘s Banswara district has filed a police complaint alleging that her husband, who is working in Kuwait, ended their marriage by sending a triple talaq message through WhatsApp.Police have registered a case against the accused, identified as Ashiq Iqbal, a resident of Gorakh Imli village who has reportedly been employed in Kuwait…

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Dubai police use AI to predict accident hotspots, detect speeding vehicles in real time

Dubai police use AI to predict accident hotspots, detect speeding vehicles in real time

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Artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly important role in keeping Dubai’s roads safe, with Dubai Police deploying smart traffic systems that can predict accident-prone locations, detect speeding vehicles in real time and help officers intervene before incidents escalate.According to a report by Khaleej Times, Dubai Police said its advanced traffic management system continuously analyses live…

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UAE suspends visas and bars entry for nationals of three countries amid Ebola precautions

UAE suspends visas and bars entry for nationals of three countries amid Ebola precautions | World News

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The UAE has announced a temporary suspension of new visas for nationals of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan as authorities step up measures to prevent the spread of Ebola.The decision, announced jointly by the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA) and the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs…

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UAE's MoEI partners with 42 Abu Dhabi for AI hackathon to transform government services

UAE’s MoEI partners with 42 Abu Dhabi for AI hackathon to transform government services | World News

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MoEI and 42 Abu Dhabi launch AI hackathon to develop smarter, faster government services nationwide/Image: WAM The UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) has partnered with 42 Abu Dhabi to launch a specialised Artificial Intelligence Hackathon aimed at creating technology-driven solutions to improve government services across key sectors.The initiative will bring together programmers, developers,…

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India’s Mundra Port linked to Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah in new Red Sea shipping route

India’s Mundra Port linked to Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah in new Red Sea shipping route

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Mundra port, India’s largest commercial seaport  Saudi Arabia’s Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has introduced a new shipping service connecting Jeddah Islamic Port with India’s Mundra Port, aimed at strengthening maritime trade ties and improving logistics efficiency between the two countries. New SRS service links three key trade hubs The newly introduced “SRS” shipping service will…

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UAE makes history with launch of first ever licensed sports betting and iGaming platform

Uae Sports Betting: UAE makes history with launch of first ever licensed sports betting and iGaming platform | World News

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UAE opens door to regulated sports betting with first licensed online platform / Image – File The United Arab Emirates has taken a significant step in developing its regulated gaming industry by licensing its first online sports wagering and internet gaming platform, marking a major milestone in a sector that has rapidly evolved since the…

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Saudi Arabia tightens Hajj 2026 rules; violators may face SAR20,000 fine, deportation and 10-year entry ban

Hajj 2026 Rules: Saudi Arabia tightens Hajj 2026 rules; violators may face SAR20,000 fine, deportation and 10-year entry ban | World News

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Saudi Arabia cracks down on illegal Hajj with SAR100,000 fines and deportation rules / Image: file Saudi Arabia has announced strict new penalties for residents and visitors who attempt to perform Hajj without an official permit, as authorities intensify efforts to control overcrowding and improve pilgrim safety during Hajj 1447 AH.The Saudi Ministry of Interior…

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‘I prefer hiring Indians’: Dubai-based Emaar founder Mohamed Alabbar praises work ethic and discipline

Mohamed Alabbar: ‘I prefer hiring Indians’: Dubai-based Emaar founder Mohamed Alabbar praises work ethic and discipline | World News

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Dubai-based founder and managing director of Emaar Properties, Mohamed Alabbar, has praised Indians for their work ethic and discipline, saying he prefers hiring them because of their dedication and commitment at work.Speaking at the Make it in the Emirates summit in Abu Dhabi, Alabbar discussed how businesses can survive crises and operate through uncertainty, while…

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After LIV Golf withdrawal, Saudi PIF confirms future fate of UFC, WWE and global boxing investments

After LIV Golf withdrawal, Saudi PIF confirms future fate of UFC, WWE and global boxing investments | International Sports News

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Saudi Arabia’s PIF decision to end LIV Golf funding raises questions over strategy, while reaffirming continued support for UFC, WWE and boxing. Saudi Arabia’s decision to stop funding LIV Golf after the 2026 season has raised wider questions about the future of the kingdom’s massive spending across global sport, but executives at TKO Group Holdings…

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