Month: August 2025
Kuwait City, Aug 27, 2025 – Beginning in September 2025, the Indian Embassy in Kuwait will require passport photos to strictly adhere to International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards, as outlined in a recent announcement.arabtimes+1 Key Photo Requirements Under the New Guidelines: Format & Size: Color photograph measuring 630 × 810 pixels.Embassy of India+7arabtimes+7arabtimes+7 Composition: Full-face, frontal […]
Kuwait has significantly eased its family visit visa process, making it faster, more inclusive, and easier for expatriates to sponsor relatives. Key Highlights Completely Online ExperienceThe new Kuwait Visa platform, available via website and mobile app, allows applicants to select visa types—such as family visit, tourist, business, or official—and complete the process without visiting any […]
Date: August 23, 2025 The Kuwaiti Ministry of Health, under the leadership of Minister Dr. Ahmad Abdulwahab Al‑Awadhi, declared that individuals in the country on visitor or short-term visas are excluded from accessing medical services at government-run hospitals, specialized clinics, and primary healthcare centers. The move is aimed at prioritizing healthcare resources for Kuwaiti citizens […]
Kuwait City, August 18, 2025 – In recognition of World Humanitarian Day on August 19, the Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to fostering humanitarian awareness and upholding universal values, stating that humanitarianism is deeply rooted in Kuwaiti culture and a hallmark of its global identity. Chairman Khaled Al‑Maqamis—speaking to KUNA—highlighted the […]
KUWAIT CITY, Agosto 16 – Isang makabuluhang araw ang naranasan ng komunidad ng mga Pilipino sa Kuwait nang bumisita si Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte upang kilalanin ang mga sakripisyo at ambag ng mga overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). Ang pagtitipon, na inorganisa ng Maysog Organization, ay dinaluhan ng humigit-kumulang 1,000 Pilipinong manggagawa na nagtipon upang […]
कुवैत में एक भयानक घटना ने दिल दहला दिया—जहां मिथेनॉल युक्त घातक शराब के सेवन से अब तक 23 लोग अपनी जान गँवा चुके हैं, वहीं लगभग 160 व्यक्ति गंभीर हालत में अस्पतालों में उपचाराधीन हैं। 1. ट्रैजेडी की भयावहता शुक्रवार (शनिवार से लेकर अब तक) से, कम से कम 23 लोग शराब विषाक्तता […]
At least 23 people have tragically lost their lives and around 160 others are hospitalized in Kuwait following a wave of methanol poisoning, confirmed by the Ministry of Health Gulf News. The victims—all of Asian origin—fell ill after consuming contaminated alcohol. Symptoms ranged in severity, with 31 patients on ventilators, 51 requiring emergency kidney dialysis, […]
On India’s 79th Independence Day, Ambassador Dr. Adarsh Swaika extended warm greetings to all Indian nationals and persons of Indian origin residing in Kuwait and expressed deep appreciation to the Kuwaiti leadership and people for their continued support and friendship. arabtimes+1indembkwt.gov.in+14arabtimes+14arabtimes+14 He spotlighted India’s remarkable socio‑economic achievements, including its evolution into the 4th largest global economy, the […]
Are you planning a trip to Kuwait? The new e-Visa system launched in 2025 has made applying for a visa easier and faster. Here’s a simplified guide to help tourists, business travelers, and family visitors complete the application online. 📝 Step-by-Step E-Visa Application Process: 1. Visit the Official E-Visa PortalGo to www.kuwaitvisa.moi.gov.kw to begin your […]
Best Family Activities in Kuwait: Fun & Educational Outings 1. Al Shaheed Park – Walk, Learn & Play2. Kuwait Scientific Center – Discover Science & Sea Life3. Green Island – Chill, Play & Picnic by the Sea4. Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Cultural Centre – Explore Kuwaiti Culture5. KidZania at The Avenues Mall – Kids Role-Play City […]
My journey began in Kuwait with a flight to Turkey, and from there on to Albania. Landing in Tirana, I knew I had stepped into a place where history, culture, and energy blend seamlessly. Three Days in Tirana For three days, Tirana became my playground. Skanderbeg Square was my daily starting point—a grand open space […]
KUWAIT CITY | Aug 9, 2025 — Kuwait Municipality has launched a sweeping new inspection campaign across all building sectors—private, industrial, commercial, agricultural, investment, and housing—to ensure full compliance with construction and safety standards. Led by supervising engineers from the Public Relations Department, inspection teams are actively conducting field visits throughout the month, beginning with […]
Kuwait | Aug 9, 2025 — The Union of Domestic Labor Offices says current fixed recruitment fees set by the Ministry of Commerce are squeezing agencies and limiting the pool of qualified Filipino domestic workers. The union’s president, Khaled Al-Dakhnan, added that only workers who previously served in Kuwait have been eligible since partial reopening, […]
Source: Arabtimesonline.com Kuwait Civil ID Address Scam: How Building Caretakers & Tenants Sell Your PACI Address Kuwait’s Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI) has been running a campaign to remove expired leases, demolished buildings, and outdated property ownership records from its database. However, this cleanup effort has led to a growing black market for […]
We are a newly married Indian couple, residing in Kuwait. Foreseeing the Eid Holidays in July, we started searching for an optimum location to spend leisure time for Three Days. And we finally ended up in deciding Maldives. The Maldives in the Indian Ocean is an exotic hideaway with palm lined sandy beaches and turquoise […]
The acting director of Kuwait Meteorological Department, Dherar Al-Ali, said on Thursday that rainfalls would continue until Saturday morning, along with active southeasterly winds exceeding 60 km/h. These winds will cause dust waves and lower visibility in some regions, Al-Ali said, affirming that the weather would begin to clear up by Saturday noon. Today’s weather […]
Kicking off the new academic year 2025–26, the lower kindergarten students at Carmel School, Kuwait, dived straight into a world of colors with a cheerful Hand Printing Activity. The atmosphere was filled with laughter as the young learners explored their creativity. Each child dipped their tiny palms into safe, brightly colored paints, then pressed them […]
Ali Alghanim & Sons Automotive, the exclusive importer of McLaren vehicles in Kuwait, announced the long-awaited arrival of the all-new McLaren 720S. The latest addition to McLaren’s Super Series carries a well-deserved label “lighter, stronger, faster”, thanks to the brand’s relentless quest to redefine the meaning of engagement between driver and car. Commenting on the […]
Pusarla Venkata Sindhu (P.V. Sindhu) is a professional badminton player who represents India at the international level. Born on 5 July 1995 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, she comes from a family deeply rooted in sports — both her parents, P.V. Ramana and P. Vijaya, were volleyball players. Her father, P.V. Ramana, was a recipient of […]