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Saudi Arabia revokes licences of 74 private schools over safety and regulatory violations | World News

Saudi Arabia revoked licences of 74 private schools after inspections found lapses and missing approvals/Representative image Saudi Arabia’s education authorities have withdrawn the operating licences of 74 private schools in multiple cities across the Kingdom, tightening oversight as part of a broader effort to protect student safety and preserve standards in the private education sector.The […]

Ramadan 2026: UAE schools announce 12-day holiday and shorter school days | World News

UAE Schools Reveal Ramadan Timetable and Holiday List / Image: file As the holy month of Ramadan approaches (expected to begin on February 19, 2026), the Ministry of Education (MoE) and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) have structured a calendar that prioritizes both learning and spiritual reflection. This year’s schedule is uniquely balanced; […]

‘Indian is not an insult’: UAE analyst Amjad Taha’s viral response schools Saudi trolls on racism

Saudi Trolls Use ‘Indian’ as Insult: Emirati Analyst Fires Back, Igniting Cultural War A viral tweet by Emirati political analyst Amjad Taha has ignited a broader online conversation about identity, racism and regional tensions after some Saudi social media users used “Indian” as an insult towards UAE citizens in the context of celebrating a Hindu […]

Will Saudi Arabia schools stay open in Ramadan 2026? Ministry of Education new rules explained | World News

Saudi schools announce Ramadan 2026 attendance policy / AI Images As Ramadan 2026 approaches, the Saudi Ministry of Education has issued official guidance on student attendance and school schedules during the holy month. This move is part of a broader effort to balance academic continuity with the special circumstances of fasting and worship that Ramadan […]

Endline Student Assessment Conducted in PM SHRI Government Schools Across Rajasthan | Udaipur Kiran

UDAIPUR, 29 January (Udaipur Kiran): The endline assessment of students was successfully conducted across the state in selected PM SHRI government schools as part of the Learning Enhancement Programme, aimed at improving students’ learning pace and learning outcomes. Under the programme, remedial teaching arrangements have been made for students of Classes 6 to 12 in […]

Dubai ahead of Ramadan 2026: What’s changing for parking, Salik, schools, work life

Ramadan 2026 in Dubai: How Will Salik, Parking, School and Work Hours Change Your Life? As Ramadan 2026 approaches, with the holy month expected to begin around February 18, 2026, residents and visitors in Dubai and across the UAE are preparing for not just spiritual observance but a series of practical changes to daily routines. […]

Dubai new school transport policy: Eligible schools, pooled SUVs and what parents will pay? | World News

Dubai’s RTA pilots a luxury shared transport service for students, offering 15% cheaper fees / AI Generated Image The traditional big yellow bus is getting a high-tech makeover. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially rolled out a pilot program that lets students trade the standard bus seat for a luxury SUV. Launched in […]

Saudi Arabia braces for travel chaos: Heavy rains predicted, Riyadh to Mecca alerts issued

Rain to Drench Saudi Arabia During Mid-Year School Holidays, Says Weather Office Riyadh / Jeddah: The National Center of Meteorology in Saudi Arabia has predicted rainfall for most areas of the Kingdom during the upcoming mid-year holidays for schools. The forecast has raised urgent weather alerts and advisories among the residents and travellers.According to the […]

‘You’re confused?’ Marco Rubio schools Margaret Brennan who asked him why US only took Maduro, not other narco-terrorists

Secretary of State Marco Rubio schooled CBS’s Margaret Brennan who asked why the US administration only arrested Nicolas Maduro and not the other narco-terrorists, like the defence minister of Venezuela, wanted by the US. “I am confused. Are they still wanted by the United States? Why didn’t you arrest them if you are taking out […]

UAE schools to end classes early on Fridays following new prayer timing | World News

From January 9, UAE schools will end classes early on Fridays to align with 12.45pm prayer/Representative Image From January 9, schools across the UAE will shorten Fridays, allowing students from kindergarten to grade 12 to leave earlier. The change aligns with the updated 12.45pm Friday prayer time and gives families more time for religious observance, […]