RIYADH: Dubai’s inflation witnessed a slight decrease in March, dropping to 3.34 percent compared to 3.36 percent in February, according to official data. The decline in inflation is attributed to lower prices of specific goods and services, notably in the food and transportation sectors. Dubai’s Consumer Price Index rose to 110.77 points in March, compared … Read more
DUBAI: Is there any hope for the children of Gaza amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, restrictions on aid access, and a looming famine in the north of the enclave? According to UN Children’s Fund spokesperson James Elder, who recently toured the length of Gaza, only an immediate ceasefire can turn the humanitarian situation around. Appearing … Read more
RIYADH: Qatar’s international reserves increased by 4.91 percent annually to 246.49 billion Qatari riyals ($67.69 billion) in February, driven by higher balances in foreign banks. According to the country’s official news agency, balances held in foreign banks saw an increase of about 6.81 billion riyals, reaching 19.03 billion riyals by the end of February 2024 … Read more
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia plans to stimulate urban policies to ensure coordinated services for residents by 2025 as part of its efforts to boost quality of life, says top minister. Speaking during the opening remarks of the first Global Smart City Forum held in Riyadh, the Kingdom’s Minister of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing Majid … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Iranian drone strikes in southwestern Pakistan sparked an unusual dispute between the neighbors on Wednesday, as Islamabad announced it would recall its ambassador from Tehran and suspend all “high-level” visits between the two countries. The announcement comes a day after Pakistan said Iran had violated its airspace and attacked a border village, killing two … Read more