Government | Tuesday 11 August, 2015 7:29 am

Panel rejects ministry’s Haj cost package

The National Committee for Haj and Umrah has expressed reservations over Haj rates announced by the Haj Ministry, saying that the pricing should be jacked up. The committee, which ostensibly protects the interests of Haj operators, feels that the pricing will lead to heavy losses for the...

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Business & Money | Tuesday 11 August, 2015 12:35 am

3M Introduces New Cutting and Grinding Solution for Automotive Industry in the Gulf

3M™ Cubitron™ II  technology for Weld Removal, Grinding, Paint Removal and Panel Cutting/Sectioning  3M Automotive Aftermarket Division recently launched 3M™ Cubitron™ II  technology which aims to help collision repair professionals increase productivity,...

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Business & Money | Monday 10 August, 2015 7:09 pm

The launch of the 1st dedicated Smart Parking conference in the UAE

Optimizing the design, management and automation of the UAE’s parking facilities Advanced Conferences & Meetings is pleased to announce the launch of Smart Parking UAE, a specialized conference dedicated to the design, optimization and management of car parks and parking facilities in...

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Business & Money | Monday 10 August, 2015 1:14 pm

Extended and Enhanced After-Sales Services for Apple Customers Now Available at axiom care in KSA

Apple customers in KSA can now avail enhanced Apple after-sales services at axiom centers and collection points located across the Kingdom.   The region’s leading mobile reseller is now recognized as an official Apple Authorized iOS Service Provider in KSA through its partnership...

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Business & Money | Monday 10 August, 2015 3:09 am

SADAFCO gains from strong demand

The first quarter of 2015 marked the beginning of another exciting and challenging year for Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO), said its CEO Wout Matthijs. He made these remarks at a press conference, while presenting an overview of SADAFCO’s activities and financial results, along ...

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Business & Money | Monday 10 August, 2015 2:07 am

KSA may increase focus on nonoil revenue generation

 Pressure on Saudi Arabia’s state finances is mounting as oil prices fall but the latest official figures suggest the world’s top crude exporter still has at least several years before it faces a budget crunch. Brent oil sank last week below $50 a barrel, near six-year lows,...

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Culture & Education | Monday 10 August, 2015 2:02 am

Education Ministry cancels night classes

The Ministry of Education has directed all educational departments throughout the Kingdom to apply the semester system for the secondary education level at the night schools for adults (males), and discontinue the open nightly education system. In a circular issued by Education Minister Azzam...

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Environment & Energy | Sunday 9 August, 2015 3:06 pm

NWC completes huge SAR 167 million expansion for wastewater treatment plant in Taif

NWC said it has finished an expansion project for a wastewater triple treatment plant in Wadi Al-Araj, north of Taif, at a total cost of SAR 167 million, increasing capacity by 80,000 m3 daily. The total capacity of Taif environment treatment plants has been raised from 67,000 m3 to 147,000 m3...

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Government | Sunday 9 August, 2015 4:49 am

Ministry takes precautionary measures against new virus

The Ministry of Health has put in place its precautionary plan and procedures aimed at preventing the entry of the Zika virus during the Haj season this year. This involves examining those arriving from countries affected by the virus, isolating infected individuals and providing treatment at...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 9 August, 2015 4:34 am

Souq Okaz to feature intellectual activities

The ninth edition of Souq Okaz festival kicks off on Thursday and will continue till Sunday. The official inauguration ceremony, however, will take place a day before, at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday.  Abdul Elah Banajah, head of the committee supervising the cultural program of Souq Okaz, said...

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