Oman Air, in collaboration with TUI, has launched ‘Oman Air Holidays,’ a digital platform streamlining travel bookings. This initiative offers bundled flights, hotels, tours, and transfers across 20+ destinations, targeting both inbound tourists and Omani residents. It supports Oman Vision 2040 by boosting tourism and enhancing the nation’s competitiveness as a premium travel destination.
UAE citizens with babies born abroad must register the birth at a UAE embassy within 30 days for a return document and family record updates. Expatriate residents need a birth certificate, passport, and UAE entry visa for the child. The birth certificate requires MOHAP issuance and MOFA attestation for use in education, healthcare, and legal…
Sesame oil, traditionally a culinary garnish, is gaining recognition for its dental health benefits. Research indicates that sesame oil pulling effectively reduces plaque formation, rivaling conventional dental cleaning methods. Its unique properties, including antioxidant and antibacterial components, contribute to its plaque-reducing abilities, making it a valuable addition to oral hygiene practices.
The New India Assurance Company Limited (NIACL) has opened applications for 550 Administrative Officer posts in various specialist and generalist roles. Interested candidates can apply online at newindia.co.in from August 7 to August 30, 2025. The selection process includes preliminary and main exams followed by an interview. Application fees vary by category. Check official website…
Anish Giri, a seasoned chess player, highlights the game’s evolution due to chess engines, contrasting it with his early career facing legends like Magnus Carlsen. He emphasises the shift in preparation and approach, noting young players’ advantage of adapting to the current engine-driven landscape.
Barcelona has stripped Marc-Andre ter Stegen of his captaincy amidst a dispute over his fitness status. The club aims to classify him as a long-term injury case to ease financial fair play pressures, but Ter Stegen’s refusal to cooperate has led to disciplinary action. Ronald Araujo will take over as captain.
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin has unveiled the state’s new education policy, crafted in response to the Centre’s National Education Policy (NEP). The state government strongly opposes the NEP, viewing it as a Hindi imposition and against social justice.
Saudi Arabia’s Premium Residency program sees great interest. Over 40,000 applications came in since early 2023. The program offers long-term visas and aims to attract global talent. It aligns with Vision 2030’s goals for economic diversification. The ‘Exceptional Competence’ category leads in approvals. The program allows expats to live, work, and invest in Saudi Arabia…
Mahindra teases its Vision S concept SUV ahead of its Independence Day unveiling, showcasing a bold design with flared arches and a closed-off grille, hinting at an all-electric future. Expected to join the Scorpio family, the Vision S previews Mahindra’s electric iteration of the Scorpio N, built on the new NFA platform.
Nani’s striking transformation in ‘The Paradise’ is unveiled in the latest poster, showcasing him as a rugged and enigmatic leader named ‘Jadaal’. Directed by Srikanth Odela, the film is set in 1980s Secunderabad, where Nani leads an oppressed tribe against systematic discrimination. The movie is scheduled for release on March 26, 2026, in multiple languages.
