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Exposed: How fake visa rackets are targeting Indian jobseekers for the Gulf | World News

Thousands of Indians are being defrauded by organised visa mafia networks promising fake Gulf jobs, leading to financial ruin and shattered dreams/Representative Image TL;DR: Organised networks in India are issuing fake Gulf job and tour visas, defrauding individuals of ₹23 lakh to ₹67 lakh per application. Law enforcement recently disrupted major operations in Mumbai, Bengaluru, […]

US-Middle East relations: Donald Trump hosts Gulf leaders at White House; Bahrain announces $17 billion in deals

Prime Minister and Crown Prince of Bahrain meets with Donald Trump at WH As fresh violence erupted between Israel and Syria, US President Donald Trump welcomed two key Arab Gulf leaders to the White House on Wednesday, aiming to spotlight diplomatic and economic progress in the region despite renewed doubts over Middle East peace efforts.Trump […]

UAE: Low-cost airline Wizz Air to officially exit Abu Dhabi operations by September 1, ending 5 year gulf expansion | World News

Passengers with bookings beyond August 31 will be offered refunds or alternative travel options as Wizz Air ends its Abu Dhabi operations due to operational and market challenges/ Image: (File) TL;DR Wizz Air Abu Dhabi ends all operations from September 1, 2025. Joint venture with ADQ officially dissolved. Passengers booked after August 31 will get […]

From Al Hilal to Al Nassr: The top 10 football clubs in the Gulf you should know in 2025 | World News

Top Gulf football clubs like Al Nassr are attracting global attention with star players and major investments/Image Credits: X The Gulf’s football scene is heating up, driven by investment, continental ambitions, and growing local passion. These ten clubs lead the charge: 1. Al‑Hilal (Saudi Arabia) Saudi’s elite club/Image: Wikipedia Elite status: Record 19 Saudi Pro […]

Covid-19 surge in Gulf: New variant, hotspots, low vaccines, and data gaps raise concern |

Covid testing resumes in the Gulf as new variant fuels fresh concerns/ Image: Representative TL;DR A new COVID variant is spreading fast across Gulf countries, replacing older strains.Infections are rising sharply, while vaccine coverage remains worryingly low.Experts warn poor data from hospitals could delay response if things get worse.COVID cases are rising again in the […]

Why more startup founders are moving to the Gulf | World News

Entrepreneurs from India, Europe, Africa, and the US are increasingly choosing Gulf cities like Dubai, Riyadh, and Doha to launch and grow their ventures/Representative Image TL;DR: Founders of startups are increasingly moving away from Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America to the Gulf. The major draw factors are tax-free salaries, complete foreign ownership, and long-term […]

Why Oman is considered the most affordable country in Gulf? | World News

Oman’s scenic landscapes and affordable living make it the top GCC destination for cost-conscious residents in 2025/ photo: pixabay Oman has been named the most affordable country to live in across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) for 2025, according to the latest Cost of Living Index released by data platform Numbeo. Long known for its […]

Israel-Iran conflict: Major US, European airlines suspend flights to Dubai, Doha, and gulf hubs | World News

Airspace over Iran, Israel, and parts of the Gulf fell silent Friday, with flight trackers showing vast no-fly zones spreading across the region/ Image generated using AI for creative and illustrative purposes A number of major American and European airlines have suspended flights to key destinations in the Arabian Gulf, as tensions escalate between Israel […]

Qatar monitors radiation levels over Gulf, fears rise as Israel hits Iranian nuclear, energy sites | World News

Qatar warns that strikes on nuclear or energy sites could have unknown consequences for Gulf nations reliant on shared waters/ Image composite (File), PANA Amid heightened conflict between Israel and Iran, Qatar has stepped up monitoring of radiation levels in the Gulf, following Israeli airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and energy sites. On Tuesday, Qatari foreign […]

Trump helps Gulf states become AI powers amid China fears | World News

Trump helps Gulf states become AI powers amid China fears (IANS) One of the marquee events of US President Donald Trump‘s recent trip to the Middle East was a high-powered lunch at the royal court in Saudi Arabia‘s capital Riyadh.The guest list of those joining Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman caught the […]