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The AI-powered robot, tailored for the Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque, acts as an intelligent reference for religious inquiries, offering direct video calls with muftis for unanswered questions.
New AI-powered robot enhances pilgrim experience at Grand Mosque in Makkah
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque launched the second iteration of the 'Manarat Al-Haramain Robot' at the Grand Mosque in Makkah on Wednesday. This initiative leverages AI and advanced technologies to enhance the spiritual experience of pilgrims.The AI-powered robot, tailored for the presidency, acts as an intelligent reference for religious inquiries, offering direct video calls with muftis for unanswered questions.Inspired by Islamic motifs, the updated robot reflects the beauty of Islamic architecture in the Two Holy Mosques. This blend of authenticity, modernity, advanced technology, and aesthetics aims to enhance pilgrims' experiences by providing easy access to information.
May 21, 2025

New AI-powered robot enhances pilgrim experience at Grand Mosque in Makkah

Saudi Arabia launches Women in Mining Association
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources has announced the establishment of the non-profit Women in Mining Association, a pioneering initiative aimed at increasing Saudi women’s participation in the Kingdom’s growing mining sector.The initiative is part of the ministry’s broader efforts to support the non-profit sector in both industrial and mining domains, recognizing its vital role in advancing social and economic development.The Women in Mining Association will focus on developing advanced skills among Saudi women, preparing them to meet the evolving needs of the mining industry.It will also offer financial and technical support for female-led entrepreneurial and innovation projects, contributing to a more inclusive and diversified workforce in...
May 21, 2025

Saudi Arabia launches Women in Mining Association

Deputy Emir of Makkah inspects Hajj 2025 preparations across key sites
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — Deputy Emir of the Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal conducted a comprehensive inspection tour to assess the Kingdom’s operational readiness for Hajj 2025, reviewing projects and systems aimed at ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of pilgrims.The tour began at the Al-Shamsi Center sorting point, where Prince Saud examined the work of the Special Forces for Road Security in managing pilgrim entry to Makkah and enforcing regulations against unauthorized access.The center, with 16 lanes, hosts administrative offices for Road Security, a building for 10 government agencies, and housing for personnel.Prince Saud then visited the Unified Security Operations Center (911), where he was briefed on its integrated role in providing real-time security and...
May 21, 2025

Deputy Emir of Makkah inspects Hajj 2025 preparations across key sites

The Hajj Security Forces arrested seven Saudi citizens and five expatriates for violating Hajj regulations by transporting a total of 35 individuals without permits to perform Hajj.
Penalties for 12 people for transporting pilgrims without a Hajj permit
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Interior announced that 12 people were penalized for transporting unauthorized pilgrims to Makkah. The Hajj Security Forces arrested seven Saudi citizens and five expatriates for violating Hajj regulations by transporting a total of 35 individuals without permits to perform Hajj.The ministry issued administrative decisions through the seasonal administrative committees against the transporters, accomplices, and those who were provided with transportation. According to the decisions, penalties included imprisonment, maximum fines of SR100,000, publishing names of violators in the local media at their personal expense, deportation of residents and a 10-year ban from re-entering Saudi Arabia after serving their sentence.The ministry called for...
May 21, 2025

Penalties for 12 people for transporting pilgrims without a Hajj permit

Hajj Security Forces arrested an Indian resident for transporting 22 visa holders who do not have Hajj permits.
Indian expat arrested for transporting 22 visa holders without a Hajj permit
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Hajj Security Forces arrested an Indian resident for transporting 22 visa holders who do not have Hajj permits.The arrested Indian was referred to the competent authority for the imposition of the prescribed penalties. The Ministry of Interior warned earlier that a maximum fine of SR100000 will be slapped on anyone who transports or attempts to transport visit visa holders to Makkah city and the holy sites during the period between April 29 and Dhul Hijjah 14, as well as to those who shelter or attempt to shelter visit visa holders.The penalties also include deportation with a 10-year ban for re-entering the Kingdom.
May 21, 2025

Indian expat arrested for transporting 22 visa holders without a Hajj permit

The Transport General Authority announced that the delivery sector in Saudi Arabia recorded 79.6 million orders during the first quarter of 2025.
Delivery sector surges 22% with over 79 million orders in Q1 2025
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Transport General Authority (TGA) announced that the delivery sector in Saudi Arabia recorded 79.6 million orders during the first quarter of 2025, showing a 22percent increase compared to the same period last year.The figures were published in the authority’s latest quarterly report. The authority stated that the growth highlights the Kingdom’s expanding logistics infrastructure and the increasing demand driven by a surge in e-commerce activities nationwide.The Riyadh region accounted for approximately 44.7 percent of total delivery orders during the first quarter, followed by Makkah with 22.4 percent, and the Eastern Province with 15.5 percent. Madinah recorded 4.5 percent, Asir 3.4 percent, Qassim 2.8 percent, Tabuk 1.8 percent, and both Hail and...
May 21, 2025

Delivery sector surges 22% with over 79 million orders in Q1 2025

Saudi Arabia ranks second among G20 in the ICT Regulatory Tracker Index
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia achieved an exceptional accomplishment by securing second place among the G20 countries in the ICT Regulatory Tracker index issued by the UN International Telecommunication Union (ITU) for 2024.The achievement confirms Saudi Arabia's remarkable progress in telecommunications and technology regulations, enhancing regulatory innovation, building cutting-edge digital infrastructure, and implementing effective market oversight mechanisms.It also demonstrates Saudi Arabia's dedication to providing an attractive regulatory environment that stimulates investment and accelerates digital economic growth, solidifying its position as a global regulatory leader. The index aims to support decision-makers and regulatory entities in keeping pace with...
May 21, 2025

Saudi Arabia ranks second among G20 in the ICT Regulatory Tracker Index

The eastern squares of the Jamarat facility witnessed the installation of 200 mist fans to cool the air during the Hajj season.
200 mist fans installed to cool the air at Jamarat squares
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The eastern squares of the Jamarat facility, where Hajj pilgrims will perform the stoning ritual, in Mina witnessed the installation of 200 mist fans to cool the air during the Hajj season, which falls in the summer season.These state-of-the-art, high-powered mist fans utilize mist air cooling technology, which absorbs thermal energy from the outside air to lower temperatures. Mist fans and water mist columns are used to cool open spaces.The mist or sprinkler fans, connected to pumps and water tanks, spray cool vapor on the pilgrims and will help bring down the heat by three to seven degrees Celsius.Water is pumped under high pressure by a high-pressure pump into special high-pressure pipes, which are distributed through tiny nozzles. The water emerges in...
May 20, 2025

200 mist fans installed to cool the air at Jamarat squares

The Saudi Naval Forces and their US counterparts concluded on Monday the
"Naval Defender 25" exercise concludes in Jubail
Saudi Gazette report JUBAIL — The Saudi Naval Forces and their US counterparts concluded on Monday the "Naval Defender 25" exercise at King Abdulaziz Naval Base, the site of the Eastern Fleet, in Jubail in the Eastern Province. The exercise was part of military cooperation to enhance maritime security, protect territorial waters, and enhance joint combat readiness.During the exercise, the two forces implemented advanced combat scenarios, such as dealing with live ammunition against hostile targets, formations of naval battleships, maritime rescue operations, countering enemy boats and drones, and live firing.The exercise also included training in anti-submarine warfare and naval formations, contributing to enhancing combat readiness in complex maritime environments.
May 20, 2025

"Naval Defender 25" exercise concludes in Jubail

Saudi Health Minister Fahd Al-Jalajel meets with his Syrian counterpart Musab Al-Ali in Geneva.
Al-Jalajel discusses challenges in Syria's health sector with Syrian counterpart
Saudi Gazette report GENEVA — Saudi Health Minister Fahd Al-Jalajel held a bilateral meeting with his Syrian counterpart Musab Al-Ali at the United Nations office in Geneva.During the meeting, they discussed various challenges facing the health system in Syria and opportunities for bilateral cooperation to address these challenges. Al-Jalajel and Al-Ali arrived in Geneva to attend the 78th session of the World Health Assembly.Meanwhile, a delegation from the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief), accompanied by officials from the Syrian Ministry of Health, visited several hospitals in Syria to assess the hospitals' needs.A volunteer medical team from the KSrelief, comprising various medical specialties, visited Damascus to implement a voluntary medical project for...
May 20, 2025

Al-Jalajel discusses challenges in Syria's health sector with Syrian counterpart

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