Heavy Rainfall, Landslides Disrupt Life As Red Alert Persist In Multiple Indian States

Heavy Rainfall, Landslides Disrupt Life As Red Alert Persist In Multiple Indian States

With the advent of an early monsoon, red alerts have been declared in Assam, West Bengal, and Sikkim; snowfall in Pahalgam, waterlogging in Guwahati, and landslides in North Sikkim.

Sheikha Al Nowais Becomes First Female Secretary-General of UNWTO

Sheikha Al Nowais Becomes First Female Secretary-General of UNWTO

Sheikha Nasser Al Nowais became the first woman Secretary-General of UNWTO, starting 2026, marking a historic UAE milestone in tourism leadership and women empowerment.

UAE Wins Presidency of General Assembly of UN-Habitat

UAE Wins Presidency of General Assembly of UN-Habitat

UAE elected president of UN-Habitat General Assembly, highlighting its leadership in sustainable urban development and housing, advancing SDG Goal 11 globally for the first time.

Maldives President Praises Makkah Route as Symbol of Saudi Leadership

Maldives President Praises Makkah Route as Symbol of Saudi Leadership

Maldives President praised Saudi’s Makkah Route Initiative, easing pilgrimage for Maldivian pilgrims and showcasing Saudi leadership in uniting and serving the Islamic world.

Jeddah’s Historic District Hosts Literary Event with Top Saudi Screenwriters

Jeddah’s Historic District Hosts Literary Event with Top Saudi Screenwriters

Writers’ Night at Jeddah’s Cinema Al-Balad featured Saudi screenwriters sharing insights on storytelling, inspiring creatives, and boosting Saudi film culture in a historic setting.

KSrelief to Operate Somalia’s National Blood Bank

KSrelief to Operate Somalia’s National Blood Bank

KSrelief signed an agreement to launch phase two of Somalia’s National Blood Bank in Mogadishu, benefiting 10,000+ people by ensuring safe blood supply and reducing disease spread.

King Abdullah Medical City in Makkah Performs First Robotic Thoracic Surgery Using 'Da Vinci system'

King Abdullah Medical City in Makkah Performs First Robotic Thoracic Surgery Using 'Da Vinci system'

KAMC in Makkah performed its first robotic thoracic surgery using the Da Vinci Xi system, boosting precision, reducing recovery time, and advancing Saudi Vision 2030 healthcare goals.

Saudi Arabia Elected Vice Chair of WHO Executive Board

Saudi Arabia Elected Vice Chair of WHO Executive Board

Saudi Arabia was elected vice chair of WHO’s Executive Board for 2025–2028, reflecting global trust in its leadership and $385M+ contributions to health initiatives worldwide.

SDAIA Highlights Saudi Arabia's AI Efforts at United Nations

SDAIA Highlights Saudi Arabia's AI Efforts at United Nations

SDAIA showcased Saudi Arabia’s AI and data-driven solutions at the UN’s 22nd High-Level Committee on South-South Cooperation, supporting SDGs and global sustainable innovation.

Religious Affairs Presidency Launches Arafah Sermon Translation in 35 Languages

Religious Affairs Presidency Launches Arafah Sermon Translation in 35 Languages

The Presidency of Religious Affairs will translate the 1446 AH Arafah Sermon into 35 languages to reach 5 million pilgrims, promoting moderation, tolerance, and unity worldwide.