Saudi Arabia
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What is India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council, how has it contributed to bilateral ties?
World | Apr 22, 2025, 04:14 PM ISTIndia and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement on the Strategic Partnership Council in 2019, which led to the establishment of a high-level council aimed at steering the India-Saudi Arabia bilateral relationship.
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PM Modi lands in Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah, welcomed by a 21 gun salute | Watch video
World | Apr 22, 2025, 03:58 PM ISTPM Modi and the Crown Prince will co-chair the second meeting of the Strategic Partnership Council, established during the prime minister's 2019 visit to strengthen bilateral ties.
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Saudi Arabia's special gesture: F15s of the Royal Saudi Air Force escort PM Modi's plane | Watch
World | Apr 22, 2025, 02:45 PM ISTIn what can be termed a special gesture, fighter planes from Saudi Arabia escort Prime Minister Narendra Modi's plane as it entered Saudi airspace to Jeddah.
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Saudi Arabia's First Yoga Instructor, Nouf Al-Marwaai, Credits PM Modi For Yoga's Global Recognition
News | Apr 22, 2025, 11:58 AM ISTPM Modi In Saudi Arabia: Nouf Al-Marwaai, President of the Asian Yogasana Sports Federation (AYSF) and recipient of India’s prestigious Padma Shri award, shared insights on her journey with yoga, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia.
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PM Modi lauds Saudi Arabia as 'trusted friend and strategic ally' as he departs on key visit
India | Apr 22, 2025, 09:54 AM ISTPM Modi described Saudi Arabia as “a trusted friend and strategic ally,” highlighting the significant growth in bilateral ties since the establishment of the Strategic Partnership Council in 2019.
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Good news for Indian Hajj pilgrims? PM Modi to discuss quota with Crown Prince on Saudi Arabia visit
India | Apr 22, 2025, 09:06 AM ISTPM Modi is set to arrive on Tuesday afternoon at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Jeddah in four decades.
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PM Modi to visit Saudi Arabia from April 22-23: Five tourist attractions to explore
Travel | Apr 21, 2025, 04:36 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi is to visit Saudi Arabia on April 22. Now, let us see how many places in Saudi Arabia come under tourist attractions. In this article, we have mentioned the top 5 places.
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PM Modi to visit Saudi Arabia on April 22-23, strengthening bilateral ties on agenda
India | Apr 19, 2025, 01:25 PM ISTThe visit is aimed at strengthening India and Saudi Arabia's "multi-faceted" friendship and deepening ties across sectors of trade, defence, investment and energy, the Ministry of External Affairs said.
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Saudi Adds 10k Hajj Slots For Indians After Slashing Private Quota By 80%: How Annual Quotas Are Set
Originals | Apr 17, 2025, 03:08 PM ISTThe Saudi Arabian government slashed India’s private Hajj quota by a staggering 80 per cent, and later added 10,000 visas. But have you wondered how the Hajj quota is decided every year for each country? Watch the video to know more.
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How does Saudi Arabia decide the Hajj quota for each country every year? Explained
Explainers | Apr 17, 2025, 01:32 PM ISTHajj is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca-- the holiest city for Muslims. In Islamic terminology, Hajj is a pilgrimage made to the Kaaba, the "House of Allah", in the sacred city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia.
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Saudi Arabia temporarily suspends visas for 14 countries, including India | Here's why
World | Apr 07, 2025, 12:06 PM ISTSaudi Arabia has temporarily suspended visa issuance for 14 countries, including India, ahead of Hajj 2025. The suspension, which affects Umrah, business, and family visas, aims to curb unauthorised Hajj participation and illegal employment by travelers during the pilgrimage season.
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Trump to visit Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia next month, says White House
World | Apr 01, 2025, 08:34 AM ISTPresident Trump will visit Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia next month, the White House confirmed. Meanwhile, his third-term remarks sparked legal and political backlash.
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Eid 2025 moon sighting in India: Date, timings and Saudi Arabia's Eid Al Fitr announcement
India | Mar 29, 2025, 10:46 PM ISTEid 2025: India will be celebrating Eid on Monday. According to the customs of the Islamic lunar calendar or Hijri, the official confirmation about Eid Al Fitr will only come after the crescent moon is spotted.
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Russian Delegation Lands in Riyadh for Talks with US on Black Sea Ceasefire
News | Mar 25, 2025, 11:04 AM ISTFresh ceasefire talks on the Russia-Ukraine war are underway in Saudi Arabia, with US and Russian representatives in Riyadh. While both sides acknowledge the need to end the war, key issues remain unresolved. Meanwhile, drone attacks between Russia and Ukraine continue.
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Ukraine's President Zelenskyy Meets Saudi Arabia PM Mohammed Bin Salman Ahead Of Diplomatic Talks
News | Mar 11, 2025, 11:10 AM ISTUkrainian President Zelenskyy met Saudi PM Mohammed bin Salman, as Saudi Arabia hosts diplomatic talks between Ukraine and US officials, fostering dialogue and collaboration on key issues.
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Donald Trump To Visit Saudi Arabia As Riyadh Agrees To Invest $1 Trillion
News | Mar 07, 2025, 07:02 PM ISTPresident Donald Trump announced plans to visit Saudi Arabia in the spring, following Riyadh’s agreement to invest $1 trillion in U.S. companies over the next four years, strengthening economic ties.
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Zelenskyy postpones Saudi visit amid US-Russia talks on Ukraine
World | Feb 18, 2025, 11:43 PM ISTFierce battles continue along a 1,000 km front, with Russia advancing in Donetsk while Ukraine holds a small part of Russia's Kursk region from its August 2024 attack.
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Why did Saudi Arabia get to host US-Russia talks on Ukraine? The reason is..
World | Feb 18, 2025, 07:25 PM ISTSaudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman likely garnered Donald Trump's attention when he announced plans for a USD 600 billion investment in the United States.
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Hamas rejects Trump's 'take over' Gaza remark, Saudi reaffirms support for 'independent' Palestine
World | Feb 05, 2025, 11:01 AM ISTThe Middle East has sharply reacted over US President Donald Trump's remark to 'take over' Gaza remark. Hamas has 'rejected' the US President's call, while Saudi Arabia has stressed its previous position of unwavering support to independent Palestinian state.
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UN suspends all movement into territory held by Yemen as Houthi rebels detain its staffers
World | Jan 24, 2025, 07:02 PM ISTAfter its staff members were detained by the Houthis, the United Nations has decided to suspend all travel activities into areas held by these rebels in Yemen. The assets linked to the US and Israel have remained major targets for Houthis in the region.