Middle East

IDF escorts hundreds of worshippers to Rabbi Ashi’s Tomb

For the first time since the war in northern Israel began, the IDF allowed civilians to visit the tomb of Rabbi Ashi, part of which lies in Lebanese territory. Early Friday morning, around 800 Orthodox worshippers, including Breslov Hasidim, arrived at the site under military escort.

2025-03-07T17:30:18.710844+00:00 IST

Heavy rains in Southern Israel

Unusual rainfall hit southern Israel on Friday morning, with 18 millimeters of rain recorded between Arad and Sodom--an exceptional amount for the region. In Arad itself, 20 millimeters fell during the morning hours.

2025-03-07T17:24:06.265329+00:00 IST

IDF Spokesperson Brig Gen Daniel Hagari to step down

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir and IDF Spokesperson Brig. Gen. Daniel Hagari have agreed on the conclusion of Hagari's tenure in the coming weeks. Following his departure, Hagari will retire from the military.

2025-03-07T17:11:39.899447+00:00 IST

Indian Peacekeepers in Lebanon mark International Women's Day

The Indian Battalion serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) marked International Women's Day by organizing a special Yoga session for women in El Fardis.

2025-03-07T10:54:31.748515+00:00 IST

Israel to add graphic health warnings on tobacco products

The warnings illustrate the harms of smoking itself as well as the harms resulting from exposure to smoke. The regulations will apply to a variety of smoking products, including cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, hookahs, and tobacco intended for chewing and sucking.

2025-03-07T09:09:13.159399+00:00 IST

Israel rescues 10 Indian construction workers from West Bank

The embassy said that while the matter is being investigated, it was in touch with the Israeli authorities and has requested to ensure their safety and well-being.

2025-03-07T03:26:29.049361+00:00 IST

Israeli Forces Dismantle Weapons Depot in Tulkarem

Israeli soldiers uncovered and destroyed a weapons depot and multiple improvised laboratories for explosives and drone production, the Israel Defense Forces said on Thursday.

2025-03-06T22:26:05.766205+00:00 IST

Tel Aviv Announces a Gradual Phase-Out of Smartphones in Schools

Tel Aviv Mayor Ron Huldai announced an initiative to gradually reduce the presence of smartphones in schools aiming for their complete removal from educational grounds, starting in September 2025.

2025-03-06T22:24:38.569383+00:00 IST

Sharjah showcases its tourist destinations at ITB Berlin 2025

The Emirate of Sharjah, represented by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), along with a delegation of 19 entities from both the public and private sectors, is participating in ITB Berlin 2025, the world's largest travel trade event.

2025-03-06T21:39:44.757149+00:00 IST

Alef completes phase 1 structural works at Al Mamsha Seerah

Furthermore, 98 percent of the units have already been sold, underscoring the strong confidence of both local and international investors and reflecting the growing demand for upscale residential properties in Sharjah.

2025-03-06T17:41:51.458192+00:00 IST

Hamdan bin Zayed receives Ramadan well-wishers

Sheikhs, officials, and citizens gathered to extend their congratulations on the advent of the holy month.

2025-03-06T17:39:40.315944+00:00 IST

Released Israeli hostages suffered severe malnutrition

Released hostages suffered extreme malnutrition, with some losing up to 40 per cent of their body weight, severe muscle loss and vitamin deficiencies, the Israeli Health Ministry disclosed on Wednesday.

2025-03-06T17:23:06.678004+00:00 IST

Israeli authorities rescue Indian workers in Palestinian village

Israeli authorities rescued ten Indian workers in the Palestinian village of A-Za'im, near Jerusalem overnight.

2025-03-06T17:15:15.369979+00:00 IST

Israel deploy 3,000 police in Jerusalem for 1st friday of Ramadan

The Israeli Police said on Thursday that 3,000 officers would be deployed in Jerusalem for the first Friday of Ramadan as thousands of Muslims are expected to gather at the Temple Mount for morning prayers.

2025-03-06T17:14:41.378812+00:00 IST

Executed in UAE, Shahzadi Khan buried in Abu Dhabi

Shahzadi was convicted on charges of murder of her employer's child and sentenced to death in the UAE.

2025-03-06T13:49:10.967660+00:00 IST

Israel: Ben Gurion Airport’s Terminal One to reopen in time

The terminal was closed in the aftermath of the October 7 attacks as international airlines suspended their flights to Tel Aviv. The terminal initially reopened in June 2024, but the Airports Authority subsequently closed it in November to make renovations.

2025-03-06T09:35:23.149511+00:00 IST

UAE: DEWA invites international developers to submit expressions

This phase, which is expandable to 2,000MW, will use photovoltaic solar panels and a battery energy storage system with a capacity of 1,000MW for six hours, providing a total storage capacity of 6,000 megawatt-hours (MWh).

2025-03-06T09:26:04.070831+00:00 IST

New Israeli Military Chief of Staff fills frozen senior positions

The list includes one new brigadier general and 27 new colonels, plus another brigadier general and 14 colonels who are moving to new positions of the same rank.

2025-03-06T09:22:56.794685+00:00 IST

Dubai Municipality launches ‘Safe Water for Healthy Community’

Dubai Municipality, in collaboration with the Community Development Authority (CDA), has launched the 'Safe Water for a Healthy Community' initiative to enhance water system safety in senior citizens' homes and villas. The initiative aligns with 2025 as the Year of the Community, reinforcing the UAE's commitment to fostering a cohesive, supportive, and sustainable society.

2025-03-06T00:20:32.212245+00:00 IST

Muslim Council of Elders welcomes Emergency Arab Summit outcomes

The Muslim Council of Elders, under the chairmanship of Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, welcomed the recommendations of the emergency Arab summit, the Summit for Palestine, hosted by the Arab Republic of Egypt.

2025-03-06T00:09:55.552925+00:00 IST

Israel’s anti-terror agency release key findings from its probe

The bulk of the investigation includes classified intelligence materials, tools and methods of operation, and therefore there is a restriction on its full disclosure, explained the GSS.

2025-03-05T09:34:24.660597+00:00 IST