May 13, 2026 4:40 PM   RIYADH

Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has issued a tender for design consultancy services for its portion of the GCC railway which will connect all six member states a MEED report said. The tender includes...

May 13, 2026 4:40 PM   MUSCAT

Oman s Ministry of Energy and Minerals unveiled an updated strategic plan for net zero emissions and a regulatory framework for carbon markets as part of Oman s push to achieve carbon neutrality...

May 13, 2026 4:32 PM   MANAMA

Bank ABC (Arab Banking Corporation) today delivered a resilient start to 2026 reporting a first quarter net profit attributable to the shareholders of the parent of 52 million. This represents...

May 13, 2026 4:23 PM   DUBAI

EMSTEEL on Wednesday reported first-quarter revenue of AED2.2 billion ( 599.05 million) remaining broadly in line with the corresponding period in the prior year. EMSTEEL reported EBITDA of AED483...

May 13, 2026 4:16 PM   MANAMA

Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) the world s largest aluminium smelter on one site has reported a profit attributable to equity holders of BD75.3 million ( 200.3 million) for the first quarter of 2026...

May 13, 2026 3:58 PM   MANAMA

Ithmaar Bank a Bahrain-based Islamic retail bank has reported improved net profit attributable to equity holders for the first quarter of the year. Ithmaar Bank s net profit attributable to equity...

May 13, 2026 3:49 PM   MANAMA

SICO a leading regional asset manager broker and investment bank with a direct presence in Bahrain the UAE and Saudi Arabia has appointed Yousif Bucheeri as Group Deputy Chief Executive Officer...

May 13, 2026 3:45 PM   DUBAI

Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) a leading provider of comprehensive mobility solutions in Dubai on Wednesday announced that it has entered into a Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) to acquire 100% of...

May 13, 2026 3:18 PM   DUBAI

A new global study by PlayersTime has ranked the world s most Instagrammable travel destinations for 2026 highlighting the growing influence of social media on tourism trends and traveller choices....

May 13, 2026 11:48 AM   MANAMA

Gulf Air the national carrier of Bahrain has announced a milestone in its inflight connectivity programme with the launch of its first Starlink-equipped commercial flight. Passengers on the inaugural...

May 13, 2026 11:22 AM   DUBAI

Refine a leading development management company has reported strong results for the first quarter of 2026 delivering solid performance across its project portfolio. Despite evolving regional dynamics...

May 13, 2026 11:06 AM   DUBAI

Ellington Properties Dubai s leading design-led boutique developer has commenced the handover of Ellington House II in Dubai Hills Estate alongside Arbor View in Arjan marking continued delivery...

May 13, 2026

A 16-year-old Emirati boy has tragically drowned after slipping into Ras Al Khaimah's Al Athba dam. Rashid Jumaa Al Mazrouai passed away after losing his footing while walking along the edge of the...

May 13, 2026

An attempt was made to allegedly smuggle 168 capsules containing a substance suspected to be narcotics through Bahrain International Airport. It was foiled by the airport’s Customs Directorat...

May 13, 2026

Seven jet ski riders have been arrested in Kuwait for harassing other seagoers and engaging in reckless behaviour, according to the Kuwait Interior Ministry. The suspects violated maritime safety...

May 13, 2026

An Omani ambulance driver was killed, and several crew members were seriously injured when their vehicle overturned while responding to an emergency call in North Al Batinah, Oman. The incident...

May 12, 2026

Security patrols in Makkah arrested two Indonesian residents for committing fraud by posting fake and misleading advertisements for Hajj services on social media platforms. Fake Hajj wristbands...

May 13, 2026

A 44-year-old Bahraini man has been sentenced to life in prison for the premeditated attempted murder of his wife in Sitra. The defendant attacked his wife with a knife in the street, stabbing he...

May 12, 2026

Al Dhabi Women’s Ice Hockey Team won the “Mega Ice Hockey 5” Women’s Tournament held in Hong Kong after defeating hosts Wheho Elite Hong Kong in the final with a dramatic...

May 10, 2026

The world has lost about 1 billion barrels of oil over the past two months and energy markets will take time to stabilise even if flows resume, Saudi Aramco’s CEO said on Sunday, as shipping...

May 13, 2026

Kuwait’s interior ministry said yesterday it had arrested four people affiliated with Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) who attempted to infiltrate the Gulf state by sea, the state news...

May 12, 2026

The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, marked the International Day of Plant Health, observed annually on 12 May. The celebration...

May 12, 2026

Kuwait's interior ministry said on Tuesday it had arrested four infiltrators affiliated with Iran's Revolutionary Guards after they attempted to enter the Gulf state by sea, according to the state...

May 10, 2026

Omani youth achieved a remarkable presence at the 5th International Youth Photography Competition held in Russia, affirming their artistic excellence and ability to compete in global forums through...