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Condolences pour in in the Gulf over Jayalalitha’s demise

2016-12-09T22:59:06+05:30

NRIs in the Gulf face difficulty in exchanging old rupee notes for new ones

2016-11-14T15:34:33+05:30

Conference of CBSE schools in Saudi Arabia held in Jeddah

2015-11-01T20:40:16+05:30

Indian consulate in Saudi Arabia hails NRIs who helped evacuate workers from Yemen

2015-10-19T00:01:29+05:30

Saudi woman honoured by Indian consulate for promoting Yoga

2015-10-16T19:37:12+05:30

Indian volunteers offer rescue ops in Mecca tragedy

2015-10-06T17:23:04+05:30

Several NRI volunteers of some of NRI organizations rendered their services to Haj pilgrims in the holy sites of Mecca in Saudi Arabia during the Haj that concluded recently. India Fraternity Forum (IFF) is one dedicated organization to offer volunteer services in the hazy heat of Mecca during the Haj. Pilgrims not only from India but all over the world benefited from their selfless dedicated services.

President Mukherjee confers award on school principal in Saudi Arabia

2015-09-15T17:16:08+05:30

An academician from Saudi Arabia, the only one from the Gulf region, was recently conferred the prestigious Best Teacher Award by the government of India.

Indian consulate in Jeddah celebrates Hindi Diwas

2015-09-15T17:02:14+05:30

The Indian consulate in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia celebrated Vishwa Hindi Diwas (World Hindi Day) with enthusiasm on September 14 at the auditorium hall of the consulate. This was part of the efforts by the consulate to further promote interest in the Hindi language in Saudi Arabia.

Onam celebrated in Saudi Arabia with imported banana leaves

2015-08-31T12:02:03+05:30

The expatriate Malayali community from Kerala, the largest ethnic bloc of Indians in Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries in the region, celebrated the Onam festival on Friday.The ten-day harvest festival is celebrated by the Malayali community irrespective of religious beliefs and social status.

NRIs in Gulf keen on NPS old age pension scheme

2015-08-24T17:06:13+05:30

Indians in Saudi Arabia celebrate Independence Day

2015-08-17T16:37:21+05:30

The Indian community in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia celebrated the country’s 69th Independence Day on Saturday with zeal and fervor.

Indian Air Force fighter contingent makes maiden visit to Saudi Arabia

Irfan Mohammed — 2015-08-05T16:35:47+05:30

India opened new chapter in defense ties with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the maiden visit of a delegation of Indian Air Force there.

Saudi Arabia draws hordes of Indian pilgrims during Ramadan

Irfan Mohammed — 2015-07-10T19:20:39+05:30

The Islamic cities of Makkah and Madinah in Saudi Arabia are witnessing an influx of millions of pilgrims not only during the Haj season, but also during the holy month of Ramadan.

Saudi Arabia celebrates World Yoga Day during Ramadan

Irfan Mohammed — 2015-06-23T17:30:37+05:30

International Yoga Day was part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to popularize the ancient Indian practice across the world including Arabian Gulf countries.

Telangana MP on goodwill visit in Jeddah

2015-06-19T17:01:55+05:30

Expatriates from Telangana state comprise the second largest block of Indians in the Gulf countries - most of them being blue collar workers.

Indian navy ship Tarangini on goodwill trip

Irfan Mohammed — 2015-06-11T17:28:07+05:30

The Indian naval ships play a prominent role in naval diplomacy to enhance bilateral relations, and almost every year Indian navy ships visit Gulf countries as part of goodwill visits.

Indian falconologist finds recognition in Saudi Arabia

2015-05-29T13:01:25+05:30

Passion and dedication are two drives that not only push one to reach certain goal but to strive for higher excellence that will continue until satisfaction is achieved. An Indian academic passionate about falconry has carved a niche for himself in Saudi Arabia where falcons have a pride of place in Arab national heritage.

Jeddah hosts maiden Kabaddi tournament in Saudi Arabia

Irfan Mohammed — 2015-05-28T18:53:35+05:30

The maiden national level Kabaddi tournament was held recently in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, providing a new dimension to the popularity of India’s rural game.

Parenting challenges dog families of Gulf workers

Irfan Mohammed — 2015-05-13T11:16:25+05:30

Low incomes, a diffident visa status and a lack of higher education facilities in Gulf countries are forcing many gulf-based NRIs to keep their families back home in India, but it bothers them a lot as their children keep growing.

Indian scouts participate in national camp in Saudi Arabia

Irfan Mohammed — 2015-05-11T15:16:47+05:30

NRI scouts and Guides from different Indian community-run schools in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia participated in the three-day national camp held recently. Scouting is part of curriculum of all Indian international schools in Saudi Arabia.