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India announced that the re-examination for the Neet (UG) exams will now be held on June 21, 2026. The National Testing Agency urged candidates and parents are requested to rely only on the official channels. This comes after the Neet exam which took place on May 3 was cancelled over integrity concerns. Students were left disappointed after NTA indicated “the present examination process could not be allowed to stand”. The agency acknowledged the incovenience caused to students and families, but claimed that allowing the exam results to stand as is would cause harm to public trust. Stay up to date…
WORLD CAPITALS, 15th May, 2026 (WAM) — Gold fell to a more than one-week low on Friday and was set for a weekly decline as higher energy prices fuelled inflation fears and prolonged higher interest rates. Spot gold extended losses for the fourth straight session and was down 0.8 percent at $4,613.19 per ounce by 0205 GMT, its lowest level since 6th May. Bullion was down 2.1 percent so far this week. US gold futures for June delivery lost 1.4 percent to $4,619. Spot silver fell 3.1 percent to $80.93 per ounce, platinum lost 1.7 percent to $2,021.75, and palladium…
RIYADH — The Transport General Authority (TGA) announced the readiness of more than 33,000 buses and 5,000 taxis to serve pilgrims during the Hajj season 2026. This is part of the authority’s operational and regulatory plans to support smooth mobility and raise transport service efficiency for pilgrims across all stages of their movement. The TGA has been exerting integrated operational and organizational efforts to enhance transport service readiness and operational efficiency. In this respect, it provides diverse transport services at approved prices in accordance with regulatory and oversight requirements that ensure service quality and beneficiary safety, supporting a safe and…
L’Oréal is deepening its long-term investment in Saudi Arabia, positioning the Kingdom at the center of its regional growth strategy as demand for beauty, sustainability and women-led workforce initiatives accelerates under Vision 2030. Speaking in an interview during the L’Oréal For the Future Summit in Jeddah, Managing Director Laurent Duffier said Saudi Arabia had become one of the group’s fastest-growing markets globally, driven by a young digital population, rising consumer sophistication and expanding opportunities in the beauty economy. 1. Why is L’Oréal to hosting this year’s L’Oréal For the Future Summit in Jeddah? What does the city represent for the…
With Schengen visa appointments becoming harder to secure before the long Eid Al Adha break, UAE residents are now looking at destinations offering quicker online applications, e-visas and easier travel approvals. Travel industry executives said that the residents are preferring countries where visa procedures can largely be completed digitally, reducing embassy visits, lengthy appointment waits and passport submission stress. Eligibility, processing timelines and visa requirements may vary depending on nationality and UAE residency status. “As Eid approaches, travellers are now looking at destinations where the process is faster and smoother,” said Subair Thekepurathvalappil, senior manager at Wise Fox Tourism. Stay…
ABU DHABI, 14th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) has signed a strategic agreement with Trojan Construction Holding to support the implementation of the Bunaa Programme, a long-term initiative aimed at developing the next generation of Emirati professionals within Abu Dhabi’s infrastructure sector. In the presence of Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure; Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi; and Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), the agreement was signed by Eng. Maysarah Mahmoud…
DOHA, 14th May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE delegation raised its medal tally at the 4th GCC Games – Doha 2026, being held from 11 to 22 May, to 11 medals, comprising two gold, two silver and seven bronze. The UAE delegation continued its strong performance at the Games, securing a new series of medals across several sports. Abdulaziz Almheiri won gold in the men’s under-68kg taekwondo category, while Maha Rabie claimed silver in the women’s under-57kg category, and Salma Al Ketbi added bronze in the women’s under-67kg category, underlining the UAE taekwondo team’s strong presence in the Gulf competition.…
A driver was rescued in less than eight minutes after his car plunged into Sharjah Creek opposite the Court House on Thursday morning, in a swift operation by Sharjah Civil Defence marine rescue teams. The incident happened at around 7.04am on May 14, when members of the marine rescue unit spotted the vehicle falling into the water while carrying out their routine morning patrol. Within moments, the team moved towards the site and launched an urgent rescue operation. Rescuers dived into the creek, reached the vehicle and managed to pull the driver out before the situation could turn fatal. Stay…
NEW DELHI — On behalf of Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Al-Khereiji attended the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi on Thursday. Saudi Arabia participated in the meeting, held under the theme “Building for resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability,” in its capacity as a BRICS member country. Addressing the meeting, Al-Khereiji said the Gulf region remains a vital hub in global trade networks, with a large share of global energy supplies andcommercial goods moving between Asia and Europe through maritime corridors in the Arabian Gulf and the Red Sea. He…
ATHENS — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Greek Minister of Foreign Affairs George Gerapetritis co-chaired the second meeting of the Political Committee of the Saudi-Hellenic Strategic Partnership Council in Athens on Thursday. During the meeting, the ministers reviewed the distinguished bilateral relations between the two friendly countries. The meeting highlighted the progress achieved in various areas of cooperation, and discussed ways to strengthen and develop these relations to meet the aspirations of the leadership of both countries and achieve common interests. The two sides also exchanged views on a number of regional and international issues…