Sri Lankan Navy arrests 14 TN fishermen near Katchatheevu
Chennai, Dec 5 (IANS) The Sri Lankan Navy on Thursday arrested 14 fishermen from Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu when they were fishing near Katchatheevu, and their two boats were also seized. The fishermen were nabbed early in the morning for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) and fishing in Sri Lankan waters. Other fishermen […]
OnePlus announces to invest Rs 6,000 crore in India to boost products, services
New Delhi, Dec 5 (IANS) Global technology brand OnePlus on Thursday announced annual investment of Rs 2,000 crore in India over the next three years (till 2027) to accelerate innovations in products and services in the country. The Rs 6,000 crore investment plan over the three years, launched under the name of ‘Project Starlight,’ is […]
‘Simsimiyya’: Saudi, Egyptian musical instrument joins UNESCO’s intangible heritage list
RIYADH, 5 December: Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, Saudi minister of culture and chairman of the Heritage Preservation Society, has announced the success of including the Simsimiyya musical instrument in UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list. Saudi Arabia supported on Wednesday an Egyptian request to inscribe the Simsimiyya on UNESCO’s list during the 19th session […]
AlUla’s breeding center announces birth of three Arabian leopard cubs
RIYADH, 5 December: The Saudi Royal Commission for AlUla announced the birth of a rare litter of three Arabian leopard cubs on Wednesday as part of Saudi Arabia’s effort to protect endangered species. The triplets, two males and one female, were born at RCU’s Arabian Leopard Breeding Center this summer, which is sponsored by the […]
Saudi finance minister meets Croatian counterpart in Riyadh
RIYADH, 5 November: Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan met with his Croatian counterpart Marko Primorac at the Zakat, Tax and Customs Conference in Riyadh on Wednesday. They discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation as well as prominent topics related to global economy and finance, the Saudi minister wrote on X. He also met separately with […]
In pictures: first look at Riyadh’s main metro stations
RIYADH, 5 November: The Riyadh Metro opened to much fanfare on Sunday, with the promise to cut traffic congestion in the Saudi capital. Several of its stations are nothing short of architectural marvels, having been designed by some of the world’s most renowned firms. Arab News took a look at five of the most significant […]
French President Emmanuel Macron visits Saudi Arabia’s historic AlUla Valley
RIYADH, 5 November: French President Emmanuel Macron visited the historic AlUla Valley on Wednesday as part of his state visit to Saudi Arabia. Accompanied by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Macron began his tour at Hegra, the ancient Nabataean city known for its spectacular stone-carved landmarks, Saudi Press Agency reported. Hegra, […]
Saudi Manuscripts Exhibition displays 1,200 years of human heritage in Riyadh
RIYADH, 5 December: The Saudi Manuscripts Exhibition is being held in Riyadh until Dec. 7, with a display of human heritage spanning more than 1,200 years. Blending historical diversity with modernity, the exhibition underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to preserving global cultural heritage and promoting intercultural dialogue, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. Organized by […]
Coming up roses — Taif blooms and henna honored by UNESCO
RIYADH, 5 December: Taif roses and henna are among the latest traditions to secure a place on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, thanks to the Saudi Arabia’s Heritage Commission. The recognition comes following collaborative efforts by the commission, the Saudi National Committee for Education, Culture and Science, and Saudi Arabia’s Permanent Delegation to UNESCO, with […]
Saudi firms back mass wedding at Riyadh Season
RIYADH, 5 December: Turki Al-Sheikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, sponsored a ceremony on Wednesday for signing agreements tied to the mass wedding initiative. Set for January, the wedding of 300 couples is part of Riyadh Season’s social responsibility efforts and will be held on the two largest stages of Boulevard City. The Abu […]
