Makkah/Representative Image Saudi Arabia has announced Eid Al Fitr 2026 prayer timings across its major cities, with authorities urging worshippers to arrive early and follow guidelines to ensure smooth and orderly celebrations. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance outlined the schedule for Eid prayers, which will be observed at different times across the […]
Dubai’s Policing Future Gets a Reset as Sheikh Mohammed Announces New Academy Law Dubai has taken another step toward strengthening its global reputation for security and innovation. In March 2026, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, issued Law No. (7) of […]
Dubai confirms four-day Eid Al Fitr 2026 break for public and private sector employees / Image: file The Dubai Government Human Resources Department announced the Eid Al Fitr 2026 holiday for Dubai public sector employees, confirming a four-day break for government workers. The break will begin on Thursday, March 19, and government offices will reopen […]
Qatar Airways resumes limited flights as airspace restrictions continue/ Image: @qatarairways Qatar Airways announced a temporary limited flight schedule between March 9 and March 11, as the airline cautiously resumes operations through authorised corridors following ongoing regional airspace closures. This move follows days of major flight disruptions across the Gulf, which left thousands of passengers […]
Oman orders early March salary payments for public and private sector employees ahead of Eid Al Fitr/Representative Image With Eid Al Fitr 1447 AH approaching, authorities in Oman have directed government entities and private companies to release March salaries earlier than usual to help workers prepare for the holiday. The move aims to ensure financial […]
Planning I’tikaf in Qatar? New Ramadan Mosque retreat rules explained Authorities in Qatar have issued new guidelines for Muslims planning to observe the traditional Ramadan mosque retreat, known as I’tikaf. The rules aim to ensure that worshippers can devote themselves to prayer while maintaining order, hygiene and respect inside mosques during the spiritually significant final […]
A social media post by Indian-American politician Jenifer Rajkumar stirred a row after she described herself as the first Hindu-American elected to New York State office, with some users questioning her claim and even her name.Rajkumar is a Democratic member of the New York State Assembly who wrote on X: “As the first Hindu-American elected […]
Canada has announced a new scholarship program worth up to $100 million to support Indian students. The funding is part of a new education and talent partnership between Canada and India.The announcement was made last week during official talks between the two countries. The scholarship program is included under a plan called the Canada–India Talent […]
Saudi Arabia sets official Eid Al Fitr 2026 holiday / Image: File Saudi Arabia has officially announced the Eid Al Fitr 2026 public holidays for employees across the government, private and non-profit sectors, giving millions of workers clarity on their break at the end of Ramadan. The decision was confirmed by the Ministry of Human […]
Kuwait’s Interior Ministry temporarily banned fishing boats and outdoor gatherings amid rising regional tensions/Representative Image Kuwait has introduced temporary safety restrictions as authorities respond to the current situation in the country and across the wider region. The Ministry of Interior announced a set of precautionary steps aimed at safeguarding citizens and residents, stressing that the […]
