Gulf & World
Houthi Missile Strike Near Yemenia Flight Sparks Regional Alarm
A Houthi missile strike near a Yemenia Airways flight at Aden Airport has sparked regional alarm and disrupted aviation operations.
17 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
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Arab Times UAE
Gulf & World
Muscat Bans Mixed Family and Bachelor Housing
Muscat Municipality prohibits housing bachelors and families in the same building to preserve neighborhood standards and public safety.
17 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Two Oil Tankers Attacked Off Saudi Coast; Crews Evacuated
Two oil tankers were attacked near Jubail, Saudi Arabia, causing engine fires and crew evacuations, sending global energy markets into instability.
17 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Win 10,000 Dirhams in Dubai Ride 2026 'Dress Your Ride' Contest
Join the Dubai Ride 2026 Dress Your Ride competition! Win 10,000 dirhams for best bike decorations and costumes in this exciting fitness event.
17 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
80 Indian Families in Kuwait Left Without Water After Pump Removal
Over 80 Indian families in Kuwait's Abbasiya are facing a severe water crisis after a building pump was removed, allegedly to force rent hikes.
17 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
India Demands Protection for Citizens in Gulf After Riyadh Strike
India urges the UN to protect 10 million citizens in the GCC following a lethal missile strike at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport.
17 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Visa & Residency
Abu Dhabi Clarifies Family Sponsorship for Property Owner Visas
Learn the updated family sponsorship rules for Abu Dhabi's Real Estate Owner Visa, including eligible family members and income requirements.
17 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Hyderabad Techie Among 13 Killed in Riyadh Airport Attack
A Houthi attack at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport has killed a Hyderabad IT professional and left hundreds wounded.
17 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Indian Expat Killed in Riyadh Missile Strike
An IT engineer from Hyderabad was killed by missile debris at Riyadh airport during a Houthi strike. Indian authorities are providing assistance.
17 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Qatar Employers Face QR 25,000 Fine for Passport Withholding
Qatar's Ministry of Interior warns employers that withholding expatriate passports without consent can lead to fines of up to QR 25,000.
17 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Missiles Strike Aden Airport and Saudi Targets
Houthi missile strikes on Aden Airport and Saudi oil terminals trigger oil price surges and mass flight cancellations across the region.
17 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Riyadh Airport Strike Kills Indian Expat: Ambassador Urges Calm
Indian Ambassador issues advisory after a fatal Riyadh airport strike kills an IT engineer and injures his family at King Khalid International Airport.
17 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Bahrain Permits 90-Day Temporary Work for Expats
Bahrain's LMRA introduces a new resolution allowing expatriate workers to take temporary assignments for up to 90 days with different employers.
17 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Jobs & Salaries
UAE Employers: Report Missing Domestic Workers Within 5 Days
MoHRE warns UAE employers to report domestic worker absconding within five days to avoid fines and legal complications.
17 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Indian Expats Face Growing Security Threats in the Gulf
Houthi-claimed attacks and maritime strikes in the Gulf have caused casualties among Indian nationals, leading to flight suspensions and embassy warnings.
16 October 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Two Indian Sailors Missing After Drone Strike Near Oman
Search operations continue for two Indian sailors missing after a drone strike on the MT Petro Dolphin near Oman.
16 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Saudi Arabia Tightens Barber Shop Hygiene and Home Service Rules
Saudi Arabia mandates health certificates for barbers and strict sterilization rules. Home services now require special permits via Balady.
16 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
INS Sudarshini Welcomes 500+ Indian Expats in Salalah
Over 500 Indian expatriates and students visited the Indian Navy training ship INS Sudarshini during its stop in Salalah, Oman.
16 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Strikes on Riyadh Airport Leave 17 Dead, Hundreds Injured
Houthi missile and drone strikes on Riyadh's King Khalid Airport leave 17 dead and hundreds injured, causing massive flight cancellations.
16 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Indian IT Engineer Killed, Family Maimed in Riyadh Airport Strike
A Houthi missile strike at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport killed a Hyderabad IT engineer and injured his family.
16 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Tightens Rules for Foreign Recruitment Agencies
Oman introduces strict new rules for recruitment agencies, including Omani-only ownership and a 45-day recruitment limit to protect migrant workers.
16 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Jobs & Salaries
Bahrain Rejects Salary-Linked Work Permit Fees
Bahrain maintains fixed work permit fees for expats after rejecting a proposal to link costs to employee salaries.
16 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Hyderabad IT Pro Killed in Riyadh Airport Missile Attack
A Hyderabad IT professional was killed and his family injured during a Houthi missile attack at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport.
16 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Houthi Missile Strikes on Saudi Arabia Disrupt Flights and Trade
Houthi drone and missile attacks on Saudi airports have caused civilian casualties and widespread flight cancellations across the Gulf.
16 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh