Kuwait clarifies 5 cases for switching Visit Visa to Residency Permit: All you need to know
Kuwait allows visitors to convert visit visas to residency permits under five scenarios: government-related assignments, domestic worker employment, joining immediate family, resuming work visa processes after short departures, and exceptional cases approved by authorities. These measures, under Article 16, aim to facilitate legal long-term stays while maintaining strict immigration controls and supporting family, work, and government-related needs.
China says Japan sent 'shocking' wrong signal on Taiwan
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of attempting to intervene militarily in Taiwan, say China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi
Oman makes history with launch of first national communications satellite, OmanSat-1
Oman is set to launch its first communications satellite, OmanSat-1, in partnership with Airbus Defence and Space, marking a major step in digital sovereignty and space capabilities. The satellite will expand secure communications across Oman and the region, support critical sectors, and develop local expertise, aligning with Oman Vision 2040 to drive technological independence and a knowledge-based economy.
UAE launches $1 billion AI for Development initiative to growth in African countries
The UAE has launched a $1 billion AI for Development initiative to support African nations in economic, social, and infrastructural growth. Led by ADEX and the UAE Foreign Aid Agency, the program integrates AI into education, agriculture, and infrastructure, promoting innovation, sustainable development, and global cooperation, reinforcing the UAEs position as a technological and humanitarian leader.
Fed-up homeowner shares his DIY solution to avoid $700-a-month energy bills: 'I cut ties with PG&E'
New US sanctions threaten to disrupt Indias Russian oil lifeline
New Delhi: Indias imports of Russian crude oil the feedstock for fuels like petrol and diesel are expected to drop sharply in the near term but not halt entirely as new US sanctions on Moscows top oil exporters take full effect, analysts said. US sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, and their majority-owned subsidiaries, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
RTA announces extended metro hours and road closures for Dubai Run 2025 today
Dubai is set for Dubai Run 2025, with thousands expected to participate. To ensure smooth travel, the RTA will extend Metro services from 3:00am to midnight and close key roads from 3:00am to 10:00am. Alternative routes are suggested, and temporary Salik toll rates will apply. Participants should use World Trade Centre Metro Station and ensure sufficient nol card balance for hassle-free travel.
Caught on tape: Female crime scene investigator targeted for execution
experts warn of stronger quake after Bangladeshs deadly 5.7 tremor
Dhaka: Experts have urged the Bangladesh government to take immediate action after an earthquake claimed at least 10 lives in the country, warning that a far stronger tremor may lie ahead and that failure to act now could result in greater losses. A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck on Friday morning, causing at least 10 deaths and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
More and more Ugandan men seek DNA paternity tests, often with heartbreaking results
Guinea-Bissaus President seeks second term in close race marked by tensions
President Umaro Sissoco Embal won an election in November 2019 and was sworn in as president in February 2020, but the opposition contested the result, and the Supreme Court did not recognise his victory until September 4
Vietnam flood death toll rises to 90
Whole sections of coastal Nha Trang city were inundated last week, while deadly landslides struck highland passes around the Da Lat tourist hub
U.S. signals broader efforts to protect Nigerias Christians following Trumps military threat
American forces likely would have to be drawn from other parts of the world for any military intervention in Nigeria
G20 summit LIVE: South Africa says President will not hand G20 to U.S. embassy official
The United States is a member of the G20, and if they want to be represented, they can still send anyone at the right level, says Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola
Oman to unveil RO1.4 billion in national projects marking 55th National Day
Oman is set to inaugurate a nationwide portfolio of development projects worth about RO1.4 billion as part of National Day celebrations. The programme spans major industrial ventures, upgraded water and road networks, and new referral hospitals and laboratories, advancing infrastructure, food security, and public services under the leadership of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik.
U.S. denies pushing Russian 'wish list' as Ukraine plan
The dispute over the 28-point plan which cedes Ukrainian territory long sought by Moscow threw an extraordinary element of confusion into efforts to negotiate an end to the war
Pakistan Defence Minister Asif condoles Indian pilot's death in Dubai Air Show crash
The Minister sharing Pakistan Strategic Forums message noted that Unfortunately the IAF pilot wasnt able to eject & hasnt survived the crash.
Indonesia's biggest Islamic group asks chief to resign over pro-Israeli speaker
On Sunday, Mr. Staquf said he was appointed for a five-year term and would not resign, adding that the leaders who convened the meeting had no authority to remove him, according to local media reports
COP30 climate talks: Indigenous people reflect on meaning of their participation
Many Indigenous people who attended the talks felt strengthened by the solidarity with tribes from other countries and some appreciated small wins in the final outcome
U.S. senators say they spoke with Rubio about Trump's Ukraine peace plan who denied it is U.S. plan
The senators opposition to the plan follows criticism from other U.S. lawmakers, including some Republicans, none of whom have the power to block it.
In Frames: A prayer for world peace
Among the hush of the Himalayas, monks from myriad nations gathered as one and wove together hope through hymns; a thousand voices of devotion in Bhutan carried the promise of peace for a world aching for calm
The president has adopted a chic new winter itembut not everyone is keen on it.
Trump administration cannot expand rapid deportations, U.S. appeals court rules
For nearly three decades, the expedited removal process has been used to quickly return migrants apprehended at the border
Mr. Stiell, however, said that the COP30 Summit showed that climate cooperation is alive and kicking, keeping humanity in the fight for a livable planet with a firm resolve to keep 1.5 Celsius within reach
Tropical cyclone Fina strikes Australia's Northern Territory, shuts airport
Fina, a category three cyclone, was on Sunday clocking wind gusts of up to 205kph (127mph) as it moved away from Northern Territory capital Darwin
U.S. to launch new phase of Venezuela operations, sources say
Two U.S. officials told Reuters the options under consideration included attempting to overthrow Mr. Maduro
Meta buried 'causal' evidence of social media harm, U.S. court filings allege
In a statement on November 22, Meta spokesman Andy Stone said the study was stopped because its methodology was flawed and that it worked diligently to improve the safety of its products
White House says South Africa undermines G20's founding principles
White House Spokeswoman said U.S. President Donald Trump looked forward to restoring legitimacy to the G20 in the U.S.s 2026 host year
UK's Reeves to freeze rail fares in budget
U.S. senators slam Trumps Russia-Ukraine peace plan as rewarding aggression
The 28-point peace plan was crafted by the Trump administration and the Kremlin without Ukraines involvement
South Africa says President will not hand G20 to U.S. embassy official
The United States is a member of the G20, and if they want to be represented, they can still send anyone at the right level, says Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola
Trumps Ukraine gambit | 28-point peace plan
The proposal demands Ukraine cede territory and give up its NATO bid in return for security guarantees, while Russia will be reintegrated into the global economy
Marjorie Taylor Greene | Faith against mountain
The Congresswoman from Georgia, who clashed with Trump, announced she would be quitting the House, formalising the split in the MAGA movement
Satoshi Nakamoto's Wealth Takes a 34% Hit as Bitcoin Plummets
Womens T20 World Cup for the Blind | Ear to the ground, young women chase cricketing dreams
The series, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, began earlier this month with six teams India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Australia, and the U.S. playing qualifying matches in New Delhi and Bengaluru
Russia's Ryabkov says potential Putin-Trump summit is on the agenda
Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said contacts between Russia and the United States had not been suspended, and channels for dialogue continued to function.
PM Modi launches Australia-Canada-India tech & innovation partnership at G20
Johannesburg: A new trilateral technology and innovation partnership between India, Australia and Canada was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday after a meeting with his Australian and Canadian counterparts on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders Summit here. We are delighted to announce an Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership today, Modi said Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Aftershocks rock Bangladesh as quake death toll rises to 10
A 3.3-magnitude jolt was recorded in Narshingdi district, East of Dhaka, in the morning, followed by a 4.3-magnitude quake that struck the capital around 6:00 p.m. (1200 GMT), according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department
Saudi Arabia to permit foreign property ownership from 2026: Heres what you can buy
Saudi Arabia is opening its real estate market to foreigners from January 2026, allowing property ownership and investment. This move, part of Vision 2030, aims to attract global wealth, boost market quality, and create jobs.
Father and son smuggled 20m of heroin in juice boxes
G20 leaders emphasize solidarity, equality, and sustainability
Johannesburg: In a strong message, the G-20 on Saturday said that all states must refrain from the threat or use of force to seek territorial acquisition against the territorial integrity and sovereignty or political independence of any state. A Declaration, adopted with consensus by the heads of state attending the G20 Leaders Summit despite US Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Dubai Police Search & Rescue teams completed over 5,200 missions in the first 10 months of 2025, significantly reducing land-incident response times to an average of 5.8 minutes. This achievement, driven by smart technology and upgraded readiness, surpasses strategic targets and highlights the force's commitment to rapid emergency response.
One dead after days of torrential rain brings flooding across large swaths of Albania
3.3 magnitude earthquake hits Bangladesh capitals suburb
Dhaka: A 3.3 magnitude earthquake jolted a suburb near Bangladesh capital on Saturday. The quake that hit Ashulia of Savar on Dhaka outskirts was an aftershock after Fridays massive magnitude 5.7 earthquake that jolted Dhaka and many parts of the country. According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), the quake was recorded at around 10:36 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Panera Just Announced A Major Brand OverhaulHere's What To Expect
Israeli airstrike on car in Gaza City kills four, others wounded, medics say
Witnesses and medics said the attack in the densely populated Rimal neighbourhood set the vehicle ablaze
Pope Leo XIV accepts resignation of Spanish bishop accused of abuse in first known case for pontiff
Britain's Daily Mail publisher enters exclusive talks to buy Telegraph Media Group for $654 million
McDonald's Quietly Changed This Classic Menu Item And Customers Aren't Loving It
Facing facts on property tax: Rachel Reevess Budget options as she hunts for billions
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro taken into federal police custody
For more than 100 days, Mr. Bolsonaro has been under strict house arrest for violating precautionary measures in a separate case over allegedly courting U.S. interference to halt the criminal case against him
Trump reiterates role in India-Pakistan peace during meeting with Mamdani
New York: US President Donald Trump has again claimed to have solved the conflict between India and Pakistan, repeating his assertion during a meeting with New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in the Oval Office. Mamdani flew to Washington DC for his first meeting with Trump in the White House on Friday. Trump said he Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Christian group says 315 seized in latest Nigerian mass school kidnapping
The Niger State government closed many schools, and President Bola Tinubu cancelled international engagements, including attending the G20 summit in Johannesburg, to handle the crisis
Here are some of the high-profile names in the Epstein emails
Massive Hiring Alert: Saudi Ministry opens 31,000 mosque roles; what applicants must know
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Islamic Affairs has launched a historic employment drive, announcing 31,000 new job openings for Imams and Muezzins. These positions operate under a flexible 'Rewards System,' allowing citizens to serve mosques while maintaining other employment.
Africa's first G20 summit opens with ambitious agenda, U.S. boycott
Many of South Africa's priorities for the group, especially a focus on climate change and its impact on developing countries, have met resistance from the United States, which is boycotting the talks
HC Sets Dec 18 for Final Hearing on Plea Challenging LG's Power to Nominate MLAs
The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has scheduled December 18 for the final hearing of a PIL challenging the constitutionality of recent amendments to the J&K Reorganisation Act that empower the Lieutenant Governor to nominate five MLAs to the Legislative Assembly.
Mumbai: 24 phones, 12 gold chains worth 18L stolen during Travis Scott concert
Authorities believe the thefts were carried out by a coordinated gang that typically targets large gatherings, using the dense crowds and high-energy atmosphere to steal costly phones and jewellery.
Donald Trump to target New Orleans as next target for immigration crackdown, say sources
U.S. Border Patrol agents could arrive in the Southern city as soon as Saturday (November 22, 2025), and the operation could run into January, says officials
17 TTP militants killed in security operations in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
The bodies of seven militants had been recovered, while three could not be retrieved due to the difficult mountainous terrain, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Inspector General of Police said
Benidorm tourist left scrubbing for days after huge mistake in bid to impress as Hulk
Graham White shared a video in which pal Kane, a tourist from Middlesbrough, Teesside, told of his hilarious gaffe that led to him needing six baths a... Benidorm tourist left scrubbing for days after huge mistake in bid to impress as Hulk
Teacher avoids 1m payout as she was 'unaware sexual abuse harmed students'
Helga Lam has denied accusing boys at a Sydney school between 1978 and 1979, with a judge finding the school was responsible for their negligence when... Teacher avoids 1m payout as she was 'unaware sexual abuse harmed students'
42 glacial lakes in Nepal at high risk of bursting: experts
Women, children, and the elderly are often the most affected during disasters
U.S., China held maritime security talks in Hawaii, Chinese navy says
Both sides also discussed typical cases of naval and air encounters between the two militaries ... to help the front-line naval and air forces of China and the U.S. interact more professionally and safely, Chinas Navy said in a statement
US warns civilian flights as military activity around Venezuela increases
US aviation administration issues warning amid 'worsening security' and growing 'military activity' around Venezuela. US warns civilian flights as military activity around Venezuela increases
Australias Northern Territory braces for Tropical Cyclone Fina
Authorities in Australia's Northern Territory described the situation as 'serious', as they urged residents to shelter. Australias Northern Territory braces for Tropical Cyclone Fina
If Japan dares to attempt an armed intervention in the cross-Strait situation, it would be an act of aggression, a statement from Chinas U.N. mission read
Is supersonic air travel about to return, two decades after last Concorde flight?
London: An experimental supersonic aircraft called the X-59 took to the skies for the first time in October. The plane lifted off from Skunk Works, the famed research and development facility in California owned by aerospace giant Lockheed Martin. It cruised for about an hour, before landing at Edwards Air Force Base 85 miles (136km) Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Trump paints Zelenskyy into corner with his new plan to end Russia's war on Ukraine
Trump, who has demonstrated low regard for Zelenskyy dating back to his first term, said Friday he expects the Ukrainian leader to respond to his administration's new plan to end the war by next Thursday
Abu Dhabi truck ban starts Dec 1; key road closures and reroutes explained
Abu Dhabi's Integrated Transport Centre has imposed strict heavy vehicle restrictions during peak hours to combat congestion and enhance safety. Freight trucks and construction equipment face o-entry times on major roads and entry points. Operators must obtain permits and use digital tracking via the Asateel platform for compliance.
SBI Research: FY26 CAD May Ease to 1% of GDP on Firm Trade Performance
The report from SBI Research forecasts that the current account deficit (CAD) will be about 1.8 per cent and 2.8 per cent of GDP in Q2 and Q3 FY26, respectively, before it will turn into the positive territory in Q4 FY26.
Natasa Stankovic flaunted her swanky 3 crore orange Land Rover Defender as she was papped driving it around Mumbai. Natasa and Hardik parted ways in July 2024 after four years of marriage, but continue to co-parent their son, Agastya.
Bangladesh insists on its sovereignty: Foreign Affairs Advisor Touhid Hossain
The Foreign Affairs Advisor to the interim government described the Bay of Bengal region as a strategic fulcrum and that Bangladesh intends to be a confident actor and not a passive corridor only.
Crew evacuated safely from burning ship in San Pedro, says Los Angeles Fire Department
Hazardous materials have been identified in several bays at the port, and firefighters are wearing protective gear and using self-contained breathing equipment
Washington State man believed to be first to die from rare strain of H5N5 bird flu in U.S.
The man, an older adult with underlying health conditions, was being treated for H5N5 bird flu called after becoming seemingly the first known human infected by the strain
Four shot during North Carolina citys Christmas tree lighting ceremony
It wasn't immediately clear what led up to the shooting. Police are reviewing video footage of the event and speaking with witnesses
Vietnam flooding death toll rises to 55
Relentless rain has lashed south-central Vietnam since late October, and popular holiday destinations have been hit by several rounds of flooding.
Brazil wins tariff tussle with US on Lulas persistence in face of Trumps tantrums
Trump exempts dozens of Brazilian food products, including coffee and beef, from the 40% increased tariffs he imposed in an ill-fated attempt to help former President Jair Bolsonaro dodge a coup attempt trial
Id feel very comfortable living in New York under Mamdani, says Donald Trump
Pressed on whether he still believed Trump had a fascist agenda, Mamdani did not retract past statements but said he and the President were very clear about our positions
MAGA favorite Marjorie Taylor Greene to resign after split with Trump
Ahead of the summit in South Africa, PM Modi held talks with with Naspers chairman and CEO, and also met Australian PM Anthony Albanese
Takeaways from the Donald Trump-Zohran Mamdani White House meeting
President Donald Trump hosted New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at the White House for a meeting that took place without apparent conflict
Trump says hes terminating legal protections for Somali migrants in Minnesota
Congress created the program grantingTemporary Protective Statusin 1990. It was meant to prevent deportations of people to countries suffering from natural disasters, civil strife or other dangerous conditions
Jamaica reports deadly leptospirosis outbreak after Hurricane Melissa
Health Minister Christopher Tufton announced that nine cases were confirmed between October 30 and November 20, with 28 additional suspected cases.
5.7 magnitude earthquake jolts Bangladesh; 10 killed
Dhaka: At least 10 people were killed and over a hundred injured as a massive earthquake of magnitude 5.7 jolted Dhaka and parts of the country on Friday, damaging buildings, causing fires at several places and sending panic among residents. Officials said four of the victims died in the capital Dhaka, five in Narsingdi, the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
