Al Wusta emerges as key winter tourism destination
As the Northern Hemisphere braces for winter, a different kind of seasonal shift is underway in Oman. Increasingly, travelers are discovering the allure of Al Wusta Governorate, transforming it into…
Souq Waqif Equestrian Festival 2026 to feature international Arabian horse shows, heritage events
Doha, Qatar – Souq Waqif is set to host the 2026 Souq Waqif Equestrian Festival, a significant event for the Arabian horse community and a showcase of Qatari heritage. The…
India: Electronics manufacturing leads PLI scheme as production jumps 146%
New Delhi is rapidly becoming a global hub for electronics manufacturing, particularly in the mobile phone sector, fueled by the Indian government’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. Recent data from…
Parliament to Debate Raising Witness Evidence Limit to BD1,000
Bahrain’s legal landscape is poised for a significant update as Parliament prepares to debate a proposed amendment to the country’s evidence law. The core of the discussion revolves around raising…
Civil Defense to test emergency sirens monthly across Kuwait
Kuwait is proactively enhancing its national safety infrastructure with a new, scheduled testing regime for its early warning siren system. This initiative, announced by the General Department of Civil Defense,…
Trusted employees leaked confidential data to rival firm, court rules
Dubai, UAE – A Dubai court has ordered two former employees of a prominent company to jointly pay Dh50,000 in fines and legal costs following a significant data leak that…
Ramadan 2026 in UAE: How shopping, screen time, travel change after iftar
Ramadan 2026 is expected to bring a significant shift in daily routines for UAE residents, with a pronounced move towards later activity peaks and a reshaping of consumer behavior. New…
Indian SpaceX rival EtherealX hits 5x valuation as it readies engine tests
Bengaluru-based Ethereal Exploration Guild, operating as EtherealX, has significantly increased its valuation to $80.5 million following a successful $20.5 million Series A funding round. The Indian space tech startup is…
Ovtcharov reaches semis as South Korea, Japan clinch doubles titles
Doha, Qatar – The WTT Star Contender Doha 2026 witnessed a series of upsets and thrilling matches yesterday at the Lusail Sports Arena, culminating in title wins for South Korea…
From mountains to Muscat Nights, Oman returns to work after long break
The Sultanate of Oman has returned to its regular pace on Monday, January 19th, 2026, following a delightful four-day long weekend. This extended break, coinciding with Accession Day on January…