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  Oil prices jump as Russia, Saudi Arabia extend voluntary production cuts, will it impact India?

  World | September 06, 2023 13:41 IST

  A series of production cuts over the past year has failed to substantially boost prices amid weakened demand from China and tighter monetary policy aimed at combating inflation. But with international travel back up to nearly pre-pandemic levels, the demand for oil likely will continue to rise.

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  Saudi Arabia cancels Crown Prince's Pakistan visit before India trip due to 'unspecified reasons'

  World | September 01, 2023 12:32 IST

  The visit was earlier apprehended as an act of balancing by Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman amid the fact Pakistan is currently being led by an interim government that doesn't have the authority to make major decisions until the general elections.

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  Iran's Foreign Minister meets Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince as long-standing tensions ease

  World | August 18, 2023 19:17 IST

  The last Iranian Foreign Minister to visit Riyadh was Mohammad Javad Zarif in 2015, after which Saudi Arabia broke ties with Tehran.

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  'Not the slightest added value': How Russia reacted to Ukraine peace talks in Saudi Arabia

  World | August 07, 2023 19:19 IST

  The two-day conference was hosted by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman with diplomats from more than 40 countries, including Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval.

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  "Nothing will give India more happiness...': Doval during Saudi Arabia advocated Ukraine peace talks

  World | August 06, 2023 10:28 IST

  India has been maintaining that the Ukraine crisis must be resolved through diplomacy and dialogue. In May, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held in-person talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Hiroshima.

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  India to participate in Saudi Arabia summit discussing Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's peace plan

  World | August 04, 2023 19:24 IST

  The meeting will take place in Jeddah on August 5 and 6 in the presence of diplomats from around 30 countries including Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States, Mexico and Poland.

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  'Great model of coexistence for world': Muslim World League chief Al-Issa hails India's diversity

  World | July 12, 2023 8:00 IST

  In his address, Muslim World League Secretary General Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa said that India is a great model for coexistence for the world and such a "great asset" should not be left unutilised.

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  'India is home to Islam' says Doval asserting 'it occupies unique position amongst religious groups'

  India | July 11, 2023 16:50 IST

  India has successfully managed to provide space for all its citizens, regardless of their religious, ethnic or cultural backgrounds, said Ajit Doval on Tuesday.

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  Who is Dr Mohammad Bin Abdulkarim, Sec General of Muslim World League, to visit India on July 10

  India | July 06, 2023 22:29 IST

  As the Secretary General of the Muslim World League, an influential non-governmental organization representing Muslims worldwide, Dr. Al-Issa has spearheaded initiatives to build partnerships and strengthen relations between diverse communities, faiths, and nations.

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  Saudi Arabia: Assailant attacks US consulate in Jeddah; Nepalese security guard and shooter killed

  World | June 29, 2023 8:49 IST

  Mecca city police spokesperson confirmed that the shooter was killed in an exchange of fire with security forces.

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  EXPLAINER: What is the Hajj pilgrimage and what does it mean for Muslims?

  Explainers | June 25, 2023 15:07 IST

  In 2020, amid worldwide coronavirus lockdowns, Saudi Arabia limited the pilgrimage to a few thousand citizens and local residents. This is the first year it returns to full capacity.

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  PM Modi dials Saudi Crown Prince, thanks him for support during evacuation of Indians from Sudan

  India | June 08, 2023 23:14 IST

  During the telephone conversation, the leaders reviewed a number of issues of bilateral cooperation and exchanged views on various multilateral and global issues of mutual interest.

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  'Grossly unfair trial': Saudi Arabia executes two Bahrainis on terrorism charges

  World | May 30, 2023 9:25 IST

  Nine people convicted of terrorism have been executed in Saudi Arabia since May 2, all in the eastern region, where the Shiite minority is concentrated.

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  SpaceX launches first Saudi astronauts to space station on 2nd private mission | WATCH

  Science | May 22, 2023 6:58 IST

  The crew, which includes Saudi Arabia's first astronauts in decades, lifted off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

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  Saudi Arabia summit: Ukrainian Prez widens his focus to Gulf countries to gain support vs Russia

  World | May 19, 2023 18:17 IST

  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will address leaders who have remained largely neutral on Russia's invasion of his country.

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  Saudi Arabia announces safe evacuation of Indians stuck in Sudan

  India | April 23, 2023 0:19 IST

  The evacuation of Indians has come days after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar discussed the matter with his Saudi and UAE counterparts.

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  Saudia Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Kolkata due to THIS reason I CHECK DETAILS

  India | April 15, 2023 13:54 IST

  The swift effort was made came after the pilot reported that a windshield cracked mid-air.

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  Pakistan needs to repay $77 billion debt to China, Saudi Arabia by 2026

  Business | April 08, 2023 14:29 IST

  Pakistan’s biggest repayments will be made to Chinese financial institutions, private creditors, and Saudi Arabia during the following three years.

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  Saudi Arabia to cut oil production by 5,00,000 barrels per day from WHEN | KNOW DETAILS

  Business | April 02, 2023 21:53 IST

  Saudi Arabia oil production: The Saudi Energy Ministry said on Sunday that the cuts would be made in coordination with some OPEC and non-OPEC members, without naming them. The cut is in addition to a reduction announced last October that infuriated the Biden administration.

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  Saudi Arabia: At least 20 Umrah pilgrims killed when bus hits bridge, burns in Asir

  World | March 28, 2023 10:01 IST

  Saudi Arabia: Around 20 people were killed in a road accident when a bus hit a bridge and burst into flames in Saudi Arabia's Asir.