Indonesia ‘conditionally’ lifts ban on Grok
Indonesia has lifted its ban on xAI’s Grok chatbot, joining Malaysia and the Philippines in reinstating access to the AI service. The decision follows similar moves by other Southeast Asian…
Amir visits Web Summit Qatar 2026
Doha, Qatar – His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, previewed the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC) site designated for Web Summit Qatar 2026…
Pakistan cleared to play T20 World Cup but boycott India match: govt
Pakistan’s participation in the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup has been conditionally approved by the government, but the team will be barred from playing against India on February 15th. The decision,…
Labour Minister says Qatar backs ‘just transition’ for workers amid climate and tech shifts
Qatar has reiterated its dedication to a just transition for its workforce, aligning national labor policies with environmental sustainability goals and preparing workers for the evolving demands of a climate-changing…
Geopolitical tensions raise emerging market credit risks in 2026: Fitch Ratings
Heightened geopolitical risks are casting a long shadow over emerging markets, according to a recent report from Fitch Ratings. The agency warns that these escalating tensions are poised to significantly…
India Budget 2026: 6 wishes NRIs in UAE have on housing, trade, taxes, jobs
As India prepares for its 2026 Union Budget, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) are keenly watching for policies that will impact their investments, particularly in real estate. NRIs view Indian property as…
Oman participates in 8th ministerial meeting of Abu Dhabi Dialogue
Dubai recently hosted the 8th ministerial consultative meeting of the Abu Dhabi Dialogue (ADD) track, a crucial event for shaping the future of labor mobility in the Asia-GCC corridor. The…
Hamad International Airport supports passengers with hidden disabilities through Sunflower program
Doha, Qatar – Hamad International Airport (HIA) has implemented the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, offering a discreet signal for travelers with non-visible disabilities. This initiative aims to foster a more…
Alcaraz sweeps past Djokovic to win maiden Australian Open title
Carlos Alcaraz has made history, defeating Novak Djokovic in the 2026 Australian Open final to claim his first title in Melbourne and become the youngest man to achieve a career…
First International Conference on Archaeology of Oman Peninsula begins
The first International Conference on the Archaeology of Oman commenced today at Sultan Qaboos University, bringing together nearly 100 leading scientists, researchers, and archaeology specialists. This significant event marks a…