Middle East

UAE: Al Dhafra Book Festival concludes its 5th edition

The fifth edition of the Al Dhafra Book Festival 2024, organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) at Madinat Zayed Park concluded with outstanding success.

2024-12-21T17:46:06.959257+00:00 IST

"India one of first countries to recognise Kuwait"

While addressing the Indian diaspora at the 'Hala Modi' community event in Kuwait's Shaikh Saad Al Abdullah Indoor Sports Complex, PM Modi emphasised the deep connections between the two nations.

2024-12-21T17:43:05.640597+00:00 IST

PM Modi invites Indian diaspora for 'Pravasi Bharatiya Divas'

Addressing the members of the Indian diaspora at the 'Hala Modi' community event in Kuwait, PM Modi referred to the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, announced during the G-20 summit last year, stating that this corridor would give a new direction to the world.

2024-12-21T15:47:39.475396+00:00 IST

Indian Embassy in Kathmandu organises meditation program

The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu on Saturday organised a meditation program in it's premises to mark the inaugural World Meditation Day.

2024-12-21T15:23:26.967371+00:00 IST

PM Modi visits Gulf Spic Labour Camp in Kuwait

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday visited the Gulf Spic Labour Camp in Kuwait's Mina Abdullah area, which has a workforce of around 1500 Indian nationals, in part of his two-day visit to the Gulf nation.

2024-12-21T14:40:21.255558+00:00 IST

India has skill, manpower that 'New' Kuwait needs: PM Modi

Noting that Kuwait wants to become a dynamic economy and India aims to be a developed country by 2047, PM Modi said on Saturday that India has the skill, technology, innovation and manpower that 'New' Kuwait needs.."

2024-12-21T14:24:32.341810+00:00 IST

Indian diaspora express enthusiasm ahead of PM's address

The Indian diaspora in Kuwait expressed a wave of excitement and enthusiasm ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address at the community event 'Hala Modi' at Shaikh Saad Al Abdullah Indoor Sports Complex on Saturday.

2024-12-21T13:36:29.645167+00:00 IST

UAE participates in annual meeting of Arab Association for Prosec

In his speech, the UAE Attorney-General emphasised that the meeting, with its constructive discussions and dialogues, offers a valuable opportunity for exchanging experiences and finding solutions to enhance the performance and effectiveness of public prosecution offices.

2024-12-21T12:37:27.690376+00:00 IST

Kuwait: PM Modi receives grand welcome from Indian diaspora

PM Modi also met with publisher Abdullateef Alnesef and translator Abdullah Baron, who published the Ramayana and Mahabharata in Arabic.

2024-12-21T12:03:58.351923+00:00 IST

PM Modi arrives in Kuwait to a warm welcome

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kuwait to a warm welcome on Saturday. He is on a two-day visit to the Gulf nation.

2024-12-21T11:07:25.825028+00:00 IST

PM Modi embarks on two-day visit to Kuwait

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday embarked on two days visit to Kuwait at the invitation of Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Amir of the State of Kuwait.

2024-12-21T04:27:17.608533+00:00 IST

UAE President Awards Zayed Medal to South Africa Minister

UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has awarded the Zayed the Second Medal to South Africa's Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, in recognition of her contributions to COP28. The award highlights her role in the success of the climate conference hosted by the UAE. Creecy praised the UAE Consensus, while the UAE Ambassador to South Africa congratulated her on the honour.

2024-12-21T01:39:49.626685+00:00 IST

Sweden's funding cut to UNRWA deepens Gaza's suffering: UNRWA

UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini has expressed disappointment over Sweden's decision to stop funding the agency in 2025, describing it as detrimental to Palestinian refugees at a time when they are already facing immense hardship. This announcement follows a resolution supporting UNRWA by the United Nations General Assembly and could deprive Gaza's residents, especially children, of vital educational resources.

2024-12-21T01:32:33.066538+00:00 IST

Over two million people remain trapped in Gaza: UN agencies

Over two million people remain trapped in Gaza, struggling to meet basic needs amid worsening conditions, according to UN agencies. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) and UNICEF both highlight the growing humanitarian crisis, particularly affecting children, as residents face extreme temperatures, lack of shelter, and widespread destruction.

2024-12-21T01:32:00.551005+00:00 IST

Sweden ends UNRWA funding amid controversy over Hamas ties

Sweden has officially ceased its financial support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA), Aid Minister Benjamin Dousa announced during an interview with TV4 on Friday.

2024-12-20T18:21:50.682623+00:00 IST

Indian diaspora in Kuwait awaits PM Modi’s historic visit

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Kuwait on December 21-22, the Indian diaspora have expressed their excitement, and highlighted the connection for PM Modi within the community.

2024-12-20T16:38:11.814314+00:00 IST

EAD executes region’s first freshwater oyster pearl aquaculture

As part of its efforts to enhance Abu Dhabi's leadership in the field of sustainable pearl oyster farming, and within the framework of the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Aquaculture Policy, the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) has announced the execution of the region's first freshwater pearl oyster aquaculture project in Al Faya.

2024-12-20T15:16:13.485273+00:00 IST

MoHAP launches National School Health Screening Guideline

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has launched the National School Health Screening Guideline in partnership with health, education, and social authorities to identify health or developmental conditions among students from kindergarten to grade 12, enabling early intervention and support.

2024-12-20T15:10:13.743316+00:00 IST

UAE leads global humanitarian efforts in 2024

The United Arab Emirates has reiterated its unwavering commitment to fostering international solidarity and humanitarian cooperation through various programmes and initiatives worldwide.

2024-12-20T15:02:21.817024+00:00 IST

Mohammed bin Rashid issues Law establishing Al Maktoum Archives

The law establishes a public institution, the Al Maktoum Archives Corporation, to oversee the new entity, which will be affiliated with The Executive Office of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

2024-12-20T12:56:30.549249+00:00 IST