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IndiGo's Jeddah-Hyderabad flight diverted after 'human bomb' threat

The Rajiv Gandhi International (RGIA) Airport in Hyderabad received a threat email on Saturday claiming that there was a "human bomb" onboard a flight (IndiGo) from Jeddah to Hyderabad, following......

45 Indian pilgrims perish in deadly bus accident in Saudi

At least 45 persons, majority of them Umrah pilgrims from Telangana capital Hyderabad, were killed in Saudi Arabia's Medina after their bus collided with an oil tanker, officials said on Monday.......

Ethiopian volcanic ash drifts towards India; flights cancelled

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Monday issued an advisory to airlines and airports to deal with possible disruptions due to the ash plumes from the volcanic activity in......

How To Stay Safe During Umrah

Tips to avoid the heat, crowds, and travel risks, including incidents like the tragic Mufrihat accident that killed 45 Indian pilgrims. IMAGE: The Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Mecca. Photograph:......

Modi lands in Jeddah on 2-day visit; to deepen defence ties with Saudi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived in Jeddah for a two-day visit on the invitation of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. IMAGE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi being welcomed on his......

Indian carriers hit by Iran-led airspace closures after US base strike

Indian carriers are grappling with severe operational disruptions after Iran launched missile strikes on the US military base in Qatar late Monday. Photograph: Amir Cohen/Reuters This led to......

Bollywood Brings House Down in Jeddah!

It was heartening to see so many women -- young and old, many in hijab and burqa shaking their bodies, raising their arms and singing with complete abandonment.Yes, this happened in Saudi Arabia,......

Shraddha's Date With Spider-Man

Photograph: Kind courtesy Red Sea Film Foundation/Instagram Shraddha Kapoor mademheads turn at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. On the fifth day of the festival's......

'My Father Was First Entertainer I Knew'

'He showed me how much joy there is in being the person in the middle of a party.''He taught me how to be confident and vulnerable at the same time.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Red Sea Film......

Kareena-Saif Make Heads Turn in Jeddah

The second Red Sea International Film Festival saw some high fashion from Bollywood's glamour girls and handsome stars. Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol showed off their charisma on the opening day while......

'Formula For Movie To Work: Create Magic'

'In those 2, 2.5 hours, something needs to touch you -- whether it's the action, the music, or the story. That's what makes it all unforgettable.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Red Sea Film......

Historic! Puligilla-Sherif Duo Puts India On WRC Podium

This marks the first time an Indian driver and co-driver pair claimed a podium spot in any WRC category. IMAGE: Naveen Puligilla and Musa Sherif finished second in their class in WRC3 Saudi......

IPL 2026 auction to be held in Abu Dhabi

IMAGE: The IPL 2026 player retention deadline is set for November 15, 2025. Photograph: KKR/X The Indian Premier League (IPL) auction will be held in Abu Dhabi mid December, a BCCI official said......

RCB's Sosale Gets HC Relief In Stampede Case

IMAGE: Royal Challengers Bengaluru marketing head Nikhil Sosale was arrested on June 6 in connection with the stampede in Bengaluru during RCB's IPL title triumph celebrations on June 4.......

After 11 years, PBKS finally feel 'unstoppable'

IMAGE: Captain-coach combine of Shreyas Iyer and Ricky Ponting scripting a remarkable turnaround that took PBKS to their first final in 11 seasons. Photograph: BCCI Punjab Kings have come a long......

'Jo maanga tha, woh mil gaya'

The first female armless world champion in para archery Sheetal Devi makes history again with a spot in the Indian able-bodied junior team for the upcoming Asia Cup Stage 3 in Jeddah. IMAGE:......