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Powered by its Allam large language model, Humain Chat is designed around Islamic values and heritage, the company said in a statement
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The launch of Nusuk Umrah is tied to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which seeks to make religious travel more efficient while strengthening the country’s role as a global religious and cultural hub.
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New Delhi was a major buyer of Gulf crude before Russia started selling its fossil fuel with steep discounts
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Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) are currently working on DFRs of their respective upcoming refineries in India.
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Saudi Arabia’s new 20-hour hotel check-out rule ensures guests get a minimum stay but no late extensions. Plan your visit smartly to avoid surprises.
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Amnesty noted that 37 people were executed for drug-related crimes in June alone, including 34 foreigners from countries such as Egypt, Ethiopia, Jordan, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia and Syria.
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State-run Oil and Natural Gas Corporation, which is currently working on the detailed feasibility report, is in talks with Saudi Arabia for a joint venture company to establish the greenfield refinery in Gujarat.
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The clarification came after some reports claimed that the Saudi government has put restrictions on Indians travelling to that country
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No travel ban on Indians visiting Saudi Arabia, confirms MEA. Visa curbs are temporary, routine Hajj-season measures, ending June 30, 2025.
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Saudi Arabia has stopped over 269,600 people without Hajj permits from entering Mecca ahead of this year's pilgrimage. Authorities say unauthorized pilgrims cause overcrowding and were a major factor in last year’s heat-related deaths. Over 23,000 residents have been penalized and 400 Hajj company licenses revoked. The government has introduced strict fines, deportations, and even deployed drones to monitor the pilgrimage. With 1.4 million official pilgrims already in Mecca, the Hajj is under tight surveillance to ensure safety and order.
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Officials have also imposed penalties on more than 23,000 Saudi residents for violating Hajj regulations and revoked the licenses of 400 Hajj companies.
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The hike follows equally sized increases scheduled for May and June, marking a clear break with years of efforts by the group to support global oil prices.
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The rules, which club investments through various sovereign entities together and cap it at 10% in a single company, have prevented different subsidiaries of the Public Investment Fund from investing more in India
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Prince Mohammed made the remarks while delivering a speech during a meeting of leaders from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and US President Donald Trump in the Saudi capital Riyadh.
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Crucial elements remain unresolved on Iran as well as Ukraine, with Russia so far balking at a ceasefire, while India has disputed some US claims about its role in mediation efforts
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Oil prices fell 16 percent in April as Reuters reported that Saudi Arabia hinted being unwilling to support the oil market with more supply cuts.
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Pahalgam terror attacks happened when PM Modi was on a state visit to Saudi Arabia. Following the attack, the Kingdom immediately offered India assistance. It encapsulated the extent of change in its approach, characterised by zero tolerance for terrorism and a deepening of counter-terrorism co-operation with countries such as India
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PM Modi in Saudi Arabia: Under MBS's dynamic leadership, the Kingdom is experiencing a period of unprecedented change, marked by ambitious economic and social reforms collectively known as "Vision 2030."
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PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Saudi Arabia where he is scheduled to meet and hold talks with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
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Prime Minister Modi will meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss key regional and global issues, particularly the Middle East situation.
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IAEA chief Grossi calls Iran-US nuclear talks crucial, while Saudi defense minister visits Tehran, marking a significant diplomatic shift.
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The MoMA has held the private tour operators responsible for India loosing more than 52,500 slots for the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
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The ban is applicable on Umrah, business and family visit visas and is effective until mid-June 2025, till the conclusion of Hajj pilgrimage.
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The visa suspension includes Umrah visas, as well as business and family visit visas. Saudi authorities have taken this step to prevent individuals from trying to perform Hajj without proper registration
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It’s a world in flux, with the foremost power entering into a revisionist phase. Middle Powers, in this fluid state, need to adapt. Three Gulf monarchies are showing the others how to leverage their core strength, hydrocarbon reserves, into soft power
