Saudi Arabia: News
ByteDance's AI video tool SeeDance 2.0 debuts amid copyright concerns
ByteDance, the Chinese tech giant and creator of TikTok, has quietly launched its advanced video generator, SeeDance 2.0, on a global scale.
London-bound Air India flight U-turns after being airborne for 7hrs
An Air India A350 aircraft, flying from Delhi to London Heathrow, had to return to the national capital due to a suspected technical issue.
US troops working remotely as Iranian attacks leave bases 'uninhabitable'
Iran's repeated missile and drone strikes on American military bases in the Middle East have left installations "largely uninhabitable," The New York Times reported.
India buys 60 million barrels of Russian oil
India has purchased around 60 million barrels of Russian crude oil for next month's delivery.
Saudi prince privately urges Trump 'to continue operations against Iran'
United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday praised Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman (MBS) after a report claimed that the crown prince is "pushing" for more war in Iran.
Drone attack sets Kuwait airport fuel tank on fire
Kuwait International Airport was hit by a drone attack on Wednesday, which caused a fire in one of its fuel tanks.
PM calls meeting on energy situation amid West Asia crisis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a high-level meeting on Sunday evening with senior ministers to review India's petroleum, power, and fertilizer sectors.
Air India, Express operating 50 flights to West Asia today
Air India and Air India Express will operate a total of 50 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from West Asia today.
'Can reach Berlin, Paris': Israel's reckoning on Iran's long-range missiles
Israeli officials have confirmed that Iranian forces have used long-range missiles for the first time in the ongoing conflict.
MEA debunks claim of US seeking military action in India
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has dismissed a viral social media claim that the United States sought permission to use Indian territory for military action against Iran.
DGCA asks airlines to avoid 9 airspaces amid Gulf tensions
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued an advisory to airlines, asking them to avoid nine airspaces in the Gulf region. The move comes in light of the ongoing conflict in the area.
Kuwait's Mina Al-Ahmadi oil refinery hit by drones; fire reported
Kuwait's Mina Al-Ahmadi oil refinery was hit by multiple drone attacks early Friday. The strikes caused a fire in some units of the facility, Reuters reported.
LNG stocks slide as Iran strike hits Qatar gas hub
Shares of Petronet LNG and GAIL (India) have witnessed a sharp decline of up to 5.85% on the National Stock Exchange (NSE).
Saudi's Yanbu port, currently the only crude export outlet, hit
Saudi Arabia's Red Sea port of Yanbu, currently the only export outlet for any crude oil out of Gulf Arab countries, was targeted in an aerial attack, Reuters reported.
'Israel won't attack Iran's gas field anymore if..': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has said that Israel will not carry out any more attacks on Iran's South Pars gas field unless provoked by Iran.
Crude oil prices surge to $112 as US-Iran war escalates
Crude oil prices have witnessed a sharp spike, rising as much as 5% on Thursday to over $112 per barrel.
Qatar expels Iranian military, security officials after LNG plant attack
Qatar has expelled key Iranian military and security officials from its territory.
World's largest LNG plant in Qatar damaged after Iran attack
Iranian missile strikes on Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City have caused "significant damage," the Qatari Foreign Ministry has confirmed.
US-Israel conflict with Iran boosts Russia, Ukraine's economy: Report
The ongoing United States-Israel conflict with Iran has inadvertently benefited both Russia and Ukraine.
Saudi Arabia is now offering oil supply via this route
Saudi Arabia is offering its long-term oil customers a new route for their April allocations, through the Red Sea port of Yanbu.
Iran war: UAE shuts oil terminal; blasts heard in Dubai
The Middle East conflict has entered its 16th day, with loud blasts heard in Dubai's Marina and Al Sufouh areas. The United Arab Emirates's (UAE) Fujairah oil terminal was also shut down after Iranian strikes.
Massive explosion in Tehran square filled with demonstrators
A massive explosion was reported in Ferdowsi Square in Tehran, Iran, on Friday. The square was packed with demonstrators who were taking part in the annual Quds Day event supporting Palestinians, Iranian media reported.
Bombay HC issues notice to Centre on gas distributors' plea
The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court has taken cognizance of a plea by six liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distributors.
US military plane with 5 onboard crashes during Iran operation
A United States Air Force KC-135 aerial tanker crashed in Iraq on Thursday. The aircraft was reportedly carrying five crew members.
Tanker carrying 1,35,335 metric tons of crude reaches Mumbai
A Liberian-flagged crude oil tanker, Shenlong Suezmax, has reached Mumbai port after successfully transiting the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Loud explosions rock Dubai amid Iran's attack on Gulf nations
Explosions were heard in downtown Dubai on Thursday, including a loud blast, AFP reported.
What is happening on day 11 of US-Israel-Iran war
As many as 1,700 people have been killed in Iran, Lebanon and Israel as strikes continue across the Middle East for the 11th day.
Government invokes Essential Commodities Act to ensure uninterrupted LPG supply
The central government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, to regulate the availability, supply and equitable distribution of petroleum and petroleum products and natural gas.
For your dessert time, these Saudi Arabian delights are perfect!
Saudi Arabia is famous for its rich culinary heritage, and among its many delights, date-based desserts stand out.
Iran-US-Israel conflict enters 10th day: Here's what's happening
The United States and Israel on Monday intensified their military operations against Iran as the conflict entered its 10th day.
US-Iran war: Saudi Aramco finds new way to supply oil
Saudi Aramco, the world's largest crude exporter, has started offering prompt crude supply via a series of rare tenders.
Mojtaba Khamenei elected Iran's new supreme leader
Iran's leadership has been severely impacted after airstrikes by the United States and Israel killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other senior officials.
Israel-Iran war: Oil jumps past $110, highest level since 2020
Oil prices have skyrocketed by over 30%, hitting their highest levels since 2020.
No Indians killed in Saudi Arabia's Al Kharj projectile strike
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has confirmed that no Indian nationals were killed in a recent projectile strike in Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia.
How Middle East crisis is affecting hospitals in India
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has prompted Indian hospital chains to seek new sources of medical travelers.
Iran strikes continue on Gulf, defying peace vows
Kuwait's national oil company has announced a "precautionary" cut to its crude production after fuel tanks at the country's airport were targeted.
Why gold in Dubai is suddenly selling at discount
The ongoing war between US-Israel and Iran has led to a major disruption in gold trade, with the precious metal being sold at steep discounts in Dubai.
US-Iran war: Pakistan mulls WFH, price revisions to conserve fuel
Cash-strapped Pakistan is contemplating a series of austerity measures to conserve fuel and ensure market liquidity.
Saudi Aramco's largest domestic refinery struck again by drone
Saudi Arabia's key oil export terminal at Ras Tanura has been targeted by an unidentified projectile again.
Video: Flames, black smokes after US consulate in Dubai attacked
A drone attack occurred near the United States consulate in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Tuesday. The incident took place amid rising tensions in the region after US-Israeli strikes on Iran.