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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

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority emphasized the importance of purchasing home medical devices from a licensed supplying facility that offers warranty and after-sales services, including necessary maintenance.
SFDA launches awareness campaign for safe use of home medical devices
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has launched a digital awareness campaign to educate the public on the safe and proper use of medical devices and supplies intended for home use. This campaign aligns with its ongoing commitment to public health and is a key component of its fourth strategic plan.By leveraging digital and social media platforms, the SFDA aims to effectively reach diverse segments of the community, providing essential awareness messages and practical guidance to enhance health safety in the home environment.In a press statement, the SFDA emphasized the importance of purchasing home medical devices from a licensed supplying facility that offers warranty and after-sales services, including necessary maintenance. It also highlighted the...
May 20, 2025

SFDA launches awareness campaign for safe use of home medical devices

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman chairs the Cabinet session in Jeddah on Tuesday.
Saudi Cabinet reaffirms expanding investment and trade ties with US, earmarking over $600 billion
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The Saudi Council of Ministers on Tuesday reiterated its commitment to expanding investment and trade relations with the United States with allocation of more than $600 billion over the next four years.The Cabinet session, chaired by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, in Jeddah, noted that over $300 billion was announced in deals and mutual investments at the Saudi-US Investment Forum held during the visit of US President Ronald Trump on May 13 in Riyadh. At the outset of the session, the King thanked US President Donald Trump for accepting the invitation to visit Saudi Arabia and lauded the outcomes of his discussions with Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. These discussions are expected to elevate bilateral relations to an...
May 20, 2025

Saudi Cabinet reaffirms expanding investment and trade ties with US, earmarking over $600 billion

Oil is no longer our budget engine, says Saudi minister
Saudi Gazette reportDOHA — Minister of Economy Faisal Al -Ibrahim has said the Saudi economy has always been ready for various oil price scenarios.Speaking at the Qatar Economic Forum in the Qatari capital Doha. Al -Ibrahim added, "The oil is no longer what drives our budgets, but our priorities are the engine."The results of the quick estimates projected by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) in Saudi Arabia for the first quarter of 2025 showed the real GDP growth by 2.7%, compared to the first quarter of 2024.It also stated that this growth was due to the increase in non-oil activities by 4.2%, and government activities achieved a growth of 3.2%, while oil activities witnessed a decrease of 1.4% on an annual basis.The local product achieved a growth of 0.9% in the...
May 20, 2025

Oil is no longer our budget engine, says Saudi minister

New Jazan emir, and deputy emirs of Jazan and Qassim take oath before King Salman
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The newly appointed emir of Jazan and deputy emirs of Jazan and Qassim took their oath of office before Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah on Tuesday.Emir of Jazan Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz; Deputy Emir of Jazan Prince Nasser bin Mohammed; and Deputy Emir of Qassim Prince Fahd bin Saad took their oath saying: "I swear by God Almighty to be loyal to my religion, then to my King and my country, and not to divulge any of the state's secrets, as well as to safeguard its interests and regulations, and to perform my duties with honesty, trustworthiness, sincerity, and justice."The oath-taking ceremony was attended by Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, and Deputy Private Secretary to...
May 20, 2025

New Jazan emir, and deputy emirs of Jazan and Qassim take oath before King Salman

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