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  Jaishankar meets Saudi Arabia's Minister Adel, shares India's perspective on 'countering terrorism'

  India | May 08, 2025 12:37 IST

  EAM Dr S Jaishankar shared the perspective of India on countering terrorism with Saudi Arabia's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Adel Aljubeir today.

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  Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia announces strict penalties for rule violations | Check regulations, details

  World | May 05, 2025 14:54 IST

  An advisory has been issued by the Saudi Arabia's Interior Ministry warning of substantial fines, deportations, and entry bans for those who attempt to perform Hajj without proper permits or aid others to do so.

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  'Reject use of terrorism, dismantle infra': India-Saudi Arabia statement takes a veiled dig at Pak

  World | April 23, 2025 13:46 IST

  In the wake of terror attacks in Pahalgam which killed 26 people, PM Modi cut short his two-day Saudi Arabia visit. This was PM Modi's third visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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  PM Modi Rushes Back To India After Cutting Short Saudi Visit Amid Pahalgam Terror Attack

  News | April 23, 2025 9:24 IST

  After the shocking terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi cut short his State visit to Saudi Arabia and departed from Jeddah to India on early Wednesday morning.

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  'Ae Watan…' song resonates in Jeddah as Saudi singer welcomes PM Modi | Watch video

  World | April 22, 2025 16:54 IST

  PM Modi in Jeddah: This is Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third visit to the country and the first one to the historic coastal city of Jeddah.

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  What is India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council, how has it contributed to bilateral ties?

  World | April 22, 2025 16:14 IST

  India and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement on the Strategic Partnership Council in 2019, which led to the establishment of a high-level council aimed at steering the India-Saudi Arabia bilateral relationship.

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  PM Modi lands in Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah, welcomed by a 21 gun salute | Watch video

  World | April 22, 2025 15:58 IST

  PM Modi and the Crown Prince will co-chair the second meeting of the Strategic Partnership Council, established during the prime minister's 2019 visit to strengthen bilateral ties.

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  Saudi Arabia's special gesture: F15s of the Royal Saudi Air Force escort PM Modi's plane | Watch

  World | April 22, 2025 14:45 IST

  In what can be termed a special gesture, fighter planes from Saudi Arabia escort Prime Minister Narendra Modi's plane as it entered Saudi airspace to Jeddah.

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  Saudi Arabia's First Yoga Instructor, Nouf Al-Marwaai, Credits PM Modi For Yoga's Global Recognition

  News | April 22, 2025 11:58 IST

  PM Modi In Saudi Arabia: Nouf Al-Marwaai, President of the Asian Yogasana Sports Federation (AYSF) and recipient of India’s prestigious Padma Shri award, shared insights on her journey with yoga, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia.

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  PM Modi lauds Saudi Arabia as 'trusted friend and strategic ally' as he departs on key visit

  India | April 22, 2025 9:54 IST

  PM Modi described Saudi Arabia as “a trusted friend and strategic ally,” highlighting the significant growth in bilateral ties since the establishment of the Strategic Partnership Council in 2019.

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  Good news for Indian Hajj pilgrims? PM Modi to discuss quota with Crown Prince on Saudi Arabia visit

  India | April 22, 2025 9:06 IST

  PM Modi is set to arrive on Tuesday afternoon at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Jeddah in four decades.

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  PM Modi to visit Saudi Arabia from April 22-23: Five tourist attractions to explore

  Travel | April 21, 2025 16:36 IST

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to visit Saudi Arabia on April 22. Now, let us see how many places in Saudi Arabia come under tourist attractions. In this article, we have mentioned the top 5 places.

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  PM Modi to visit Saudi Arabia on April 22-23, strengthening bilateral ties on agenda

  India | April 19, 2025 13:25 IST

  The visit is aimed at strengthening India and Saudi Arabia's "multi-faceted" friendship and deepening ties across sectors of trade, defence, investment and energy, the Ministry of External Affairs said.

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  Saudi Adds 10k Hajj Slots For Indians After Slashing Private Quota By 80%: How Annual Quotas Are Set

  Originals | April 17, 2025 15:08 IST

  The Saudi Arabian government slashed India’s private Hajj quota by a staggering 80 per cent, and later added 10,000 visas. But have you wondered how the Hajj quota is decided every year for each country? Watch the video to know more.

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  How does Saudi Arabia decide the Hajj quota for each country every year? Explained

  Explainers | April 17, 2025 13:32 IST

  Hajj is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca-- the holiest city for Muslims. In Islamic terminology, Hajj is a pilgrimage made to the Kaaba, the "House of Allah", in the sacred city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia.

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  Saudi Arabia temporarily suspends visas for 14 countries, including India | Here's why

  World | April 07, 2025 12:06 IST

  Saudi Arabia has temporarily suspended visa issuance for 14 countries, including India, ahead of Hajj 2025. The suspension, which affects Umrah, business, and family visas, aims to curb unauthorised Hajj participation and illegal employment by travelers during the pilgrimage season.

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  Trump to visit Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia next month, says White House

  World | April 01, 2025 8:34 IST

  President Trump will visit Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia next month, the White House confirmed. Meanwhile, his third-term remarks sparked legal and political backlash.

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  Eid 2025 moon sighting in India: Date, timings and Saudi Arabia's Eid Al Fitr announcement

  India | March 29, 2025 22:46 IST

  Eid 2025: India will be celebrating Eid on Monday. According to the customs of the Islamic lunar calendar or Hijri, the official confirmation about Eid Al Fitr will only come after the crescent moon is spotted.

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  Russian Delegation Lands in Riyadh for Talks with US on Black Sea Ceasefire

  News | March 25, 2025 11:04 IST

  Fresh ceasefire talks on the Russia-Ukraine war are underway in Saudi Arabia, with US and Russian representatives in Riyadh. While both sides acknowledge the need to end the war, key issues remain unresolved. Meanwhile, drone attacks between Russia and Ukraine continue.

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  Ukraine's President Zelenskyy Meets Saudi Arabia PM Mohammed Bin Salman Ahead Of Diplomatic Talks

  News | March 11, 2025 11:10 IST

  Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met Saudi PM Mohammed bin Salman, as Saudi Arabia hosts diplomatic talks between Ukraine and US officials, fostering dialogue and collaboration on key issues.