BGT 2024-25: Ashwin says over the years he found ways to break Smith’s ‘sound game plans’
New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) Veteran India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has declared he has found ways to break down Steve Smith’s “sound game plans” against the spinner in their many battles over the years. He said the net sessions during their time in IPL also gave him an insight as to how to prepare against […]
He’s a prickly character: Ponting reacts after Kohli comment sparks furious response from Gambhir
New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has reacted to India head coach Gautam Gambhir’s response to his comments regarding Virat Kohli’s form ahead of Border-Gavaskar series, and said he is not surprised by Gambhir’s reaction, calling him a “prickly character”. During the episode of the ICC Review last week, Ponting had […]
Hrithik Roshan shares how his father arrived at the idea of ‘Bhaag Arjun Bhaag’ from ‘Karan Arjun’
Mumbai, Nov 13 (IANS) Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan, who was last seen in ‘Fighter’, has shared an interesting anecdote from the making of ‘Karan Arjun’ as the film gets ready for its re-release in theatres. On Wednesday, the superstar took to his X, formerly Twitter, and shared the story from the brainstorming session of the […]
Saudi Joint Forces Commander meets with UN envoy for Yemen
RIYADH, 13 November: Saudi Arabia’s Commander of the Joint Forces, Lt. Gen. Fahd bin Hamad Al-Salman, met on Tuesday with the UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Yemen, Hans Grundberg. During their meeting, both parties underscored the Kingdom’s significant role in facilitating and supporting humanitarian efforts, along with its dedication to the development and reconstruction of […]
Saudi cabinet reviews Arab-Muslim summit, reaffirms support for Palestine and Lebanon
RIYADH, 13 November: The Saudi cabinet, led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, convened in Riyadh on Tuesday to discuss outcomes from recent high-level summits and meetings. Central to the session was a review of the extraordinary Arab and Islamic summit held in Riyadh on Monday and the crown prince’s engagements with leaders from various […]
Speaker of Shoura Council leads Saudi delegation at GCC Shoura meeting in Abu Dhabi
RIYADH, 13 November: Saudi Shoura Council Speaker Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al-Sheikh headed the Kingdom’s delegation at the 18th periodic meeting of the Speakers of the Shoura Councils, Houses of Representatives, and National Assemblies of the Gulf Cooperation Council states in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jasem Al-Budaiwi […]
Saudi Arabia highlights military growth at Airshow China
RIYADH, 13 November: Military products and the achievements of both government bodies and national companies are highlighted at the Saudi pavilion at this year’s China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition. Airshow China 2024, one of the world’s largest aviation expos, started in Zhuhai on Tuesday and will run until Nov. 17. The Saudi pavilion features […]
‘Greening Arabia’ offers pioneering forum for a sustainable future
RIYADH, 13 November: As Saudi Arabia prepares to host the 16th Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification, it is also taking significant strides toward environmental stewardship. The National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification is organizing the International Exhibition and Forum on Afforestation Technologies’ second annual “Greening Arabia” […]
Desert convoy event brings Saudi traditions to life in Makkah
Jeddah, 13 November: An event in Makkah showcasing the history of long-distance desert travel has been hailed by visitors for highlighting an important part of Arabian history. The Al-Qafila (Arabic for “convoy”) event was held at the Hira Cultural District, and included live performances showcasing the area’s historical depth and folk heritage. It highlighted the […]
Rare desert reptile found in Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders
RIYADH, 13 November: A rare species of lizard known as Savigny’s agama (Trapelus savignii) has been spotted in Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders region, state news agency SPA reported on Tuesday. It is thought the lizard, notable for its striking coloration, has appeared in the Arar desert due to the abundance of plants and natural reserves […]
