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Indian Expats at Risk Amid Gulf Conflict and Travel Chaos
Missile attacks, drone strikes, and flight suspensions are putting Indian expatriates in the Gulf at risk. Read the latest safety and travel updates.
19 October 2026 · Gulf & World
Kuwait to End Paper Vehicle Insurance: Beema Digital System Mandatory
Kuwait's IRU announces mandatory digital vehicle insurance via the Beema platform starting October 25, 2026, ending all paper-based policies.
19 October 2026 · Gulf & World
Bahrain Permits 90-Day Temporary Work Assignments for Expats
Bahrain's LMRA introduces new rules allowing foreign workers to take 90-day temporary assignments with different employers.
19 October 2026 · Gulf & World
Bahrain Expats to Shift to Private Healthcare from Nov 1
Bahraini expatriates will transition from Salmaniya Medical Complex to private providers starting November 1 under a new mandatory insurance scheme.
19 October 2026 · Gulf & World
MEA Confirms Indian Deaths Amidst Escalating Gulf Conflict
MEA confirms six Indian deaths and one missing sailor as regional tensions rise. Repatriation and flight suspensions are currently underway.
18 October 2026 · Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Intercepts Houthi Attacks; Two Officers Killed
Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi missiles and UAVs while a military helicopter crash kills two officers, causing major airline flight suspensions.
18 October 2026 · Gulf & World
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