Another case of gruesome torture in Saudi Arabia has come to light as a Punjabi woman has accused her employers of physical abuse and expressed the fear that she might be killed.
Tag: Saudi Arabia
NRI drivers might be deprived of livelihood as Saudi allows women to drive
Though the historic decree allowing women to drive in Saudi Arabia is widely welcomed as the emancipation of the fair sex, but it threatens to deprive tens of thousands of Non-Resident Indian (NRIs) drivers of their livelihood.
Indian domestic worker recounts ‘hellish experience’ in Saudi Arabia
Indian women domestic workers have to undergo ‘hellish experiences’ in Gulf countries.
Delhi High Court asks Indian govt to assist two women get compensation in Saudi Arabia
The Delhi High Court has asked the Indian government to help two women in ascertaining and obtaining appropriate monetary relief in Saudi Arabia where they lost their family members in separate accidents.
Biggest conglomeration of people on Earth as 2 million Muslims assemble at Makkah for Haj pilgrimage
The biggest conglomeration of people on Earth, about 2 million people from various parts of the globe, are expected to converge at the holy city of Makkah for the annual Haj pilgrimage. Saudi Arabian government has made comprehensive arrangements for the pilgrimage.
14-year-old boy arrested for dancing on the street in conservative Saudi Arabia
Saudi Police have arrested a teenager who was filmed dancing on a street crossing in the city of Jeddah. The video clip went viral on social media.
Qatar waives visa for 80 countries including Singapore, India
Amidst the boycott by neighbouring Arab countries, Qatar today announced a programme to allow visa-free entry for citizens of 80 countries including Singapore and India to encourage tourism and air transport.
Egypt decides to end free-entry visa for Qatari citizens from tomorrow
The ongoing Qatar crisis further deepened as Egypt has decided that it will end free-entry visa for Qatar nationals from tomorrow, announced the Egyptian Foreign Ministry.
Mohammed Saifuddin Sami elected as president of Karnataka NRI Forum, Jeddah
Mohammad Saifuddin Sami has been elected as the president of Karnataka Non-Resident Indian Forum (KNRI), Jeddah, during the 10th annual general meeting in Saudi Arabia. A new executive committee has also been elected on the occasion.
Saudi-led block considering fresh sanctions against Qatar
UAE News: Qatar crisis seems to have escalated further as the Saudi Arabia-led block is considering fresh sanctions that may include trading partners to choose between them or Doha, UAE.
