Kuwait

Indian Embassy in Kuwait introduces new passport photo rules from September 1: What you need to know

Indian Embassy in Kuwait enforces new ICAO-compliant passport photo rules from Sept 1, 2025. Ensure your photos meet standards to avoid delays.

Kuwait launches new e-visa system in 2025, making travel faster and easier: All you need to know

Kuwait’s new e-Visa system launched in 2025 simplifies travel for tourists, business visitors, and family guests. Learn about visa categories, how to apply online, eligibility, and what this means for your journey to Kuwait.

India launches e-visa facility for Kuwait national: All you need to know before you travel

India has launched an e-visa facility for Kuwaiti nationals from July 13, 2025, allowing digital applications across five visa categories. Learn how to apply, required documents, fees, and entry points.

US okays potential $325 million sale of sustainment support for Abrams tanks to Kuwait

The principal contractor for the sales is General Dynamics, the Pentagon said in a statement

Indian manpower, skills will help build 'New Kuwait': PM Modi

Modi, who is visiting Kuwait at the invitation of Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, addressed a gathering of the Indian community

Man flies from Kuwait, kills relative for abusing daughter

The man has posted a video, saying instead of accepting the complaint, police threatened them, forcing him to take the extreme measure

EAM S Jaishankar to visit Kuwait on Aug 18

During the visit, he will meet Kuwait's Foreign Minister Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya.

Four-member family from Kerala killed in fire accident in Kuwait

Four members of a family from Pathanamthitta tragically died in a fire at their residence in Abbassia, Kuwait, on Friday night. The victims are Mathew Muzhakkal, his wife Lini Abraham, and their children Isaac and Erin.

Kuwait store sells 'trendy sandals' for Rs 1 lakh. 'We wear these slippers to the toilet,' comment Indians

The now-viral video sparked business ideas among Indians, with some even suggesting they buy from India to sell in Kuwait. 'Return on investment is 1000x,' a user commented on X.

World Street | Google eyes Wiz for $23 bn; Goldman Sachs challenges Fed; Kuwait announces ‘giant’ oil discovery; Elon Musk endorses Trump, and more

From Google's potential $23 billion acquisition of Wiz to Jamie Dimon's inflation concerns, here's a look at recent business developments around the world.

Kuwaiti authorities launch crackdown on illegal property extensions after Mangaf fire

Dubai/Kuwait City, Jun 15 Authorities in Kuwait have launched a crackdown on illegal property extensions in the wake of a devastating fire at a seven-st..

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu announces Rs 5 lakh ex-gratia to kin of Kuwait fire victims

T Lokanadam from Sompeta in Srikakulam district and M Satyanarayana and M Eswarudu from Peravali in East Godavari district died in the incident.

Kuwait fire tragedy: Kerala bids farewell to most victims

The residences of the victims witnessed heart-wrenching moments as their kin, friends and neighbours found it difficult to be consoled when the bodies arrived from Kochi in specially arranged ambulances piloted by police vehicles across the state.

Kuwait fire tragedy: One more Indian succumbs to injuries

The investigation team of the fire department said on Thursday that the fire was caused by an electric short circuit in the room of the building guard and spread to other places. The guard's room is located on the ground floor.

Kuwait fire: Tragedy beyond words, hope it never happens again, says Kerala Governor

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan said that there was a need to do some long-term thinking regarding why people are forced to go abroad for employment leaving their home and hearth behind.

Kuwait fire: India sending C-130J aircraft to bring back mortal remains of Indians

Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousuf Al-Sabah, serving as the First Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Interior, and Minister of Defence, said that authorities have identified 48 bodies, among which 45 are of Indians and three are of Filipino nationality

Kuwait identifies bodies of 45 Indians, 3 Filipino nationals; vows to promptly investigate the incident

The probe aims to uncover the circumstances behind the incident and what might have triggered the deadly fire

Kuwait Fire Tragedy: Over 40 Indians killed | PM Modi chairs meeting, announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia

A fire broke out in a kitchen in a six-storey building in Kuwait’s southern Ahmadi Governorate, leaving more than 40 Indians dead. Most of the Indian victims are reported to be from Kerala. PM Modi announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Minister's Relief Fund. External affairs minister S Jaishankar and foreign secretary Vinay Kwatra briefed Modi on the situation. Watch

Kuwait fire tragedy: 41 Indians among 49 killed, PM Modi expresses grief

The blaze erupted in the six-storey building located in the Mangaf area of Kuwait's southern Ahmadi Governorate.

India News Highlights: Fires breaks out in Delhi's Chandni Chowk

India News Highlights: A fire broke out at Chandni Chowk's Marwadi Katra. Fourteen fire trucks rushed to the scene. A firefighting operation is underway.

Fire accident in Kuwait saddening, Indian embassy closely monitoring situation: PM Modi

A fire broke out in the kitchen of the six-story building in the Mangaf neighborhood in Kuwait's southern Ahmadi Governorate early on June 12, according to officials.

India and Kuwait end in a draw in Chhetri's farewell game at Salt lake stadium

Sunil Chhetri's final international game before retirement suffered a not-so-ideal fate after India played out a disappointing 0-0 draw against Kuwait on June 6 in what was their FIFA World Cup Qualifier clash. The result put India in an extremely difficult position to make it to the third round of the qualifiers. India took 15 shots at Kuwait but fail to convert any of them. India still remain second in their group and they will now need a win over Qatar in their next match to qualify for the next round. Watch!

Emptiness at packed venue as Sunil Chhetri leaves the scene