Riyadh street collapse caused by construction excavation, infrastructure center says
- 26-Jan-2026
RIYADH: The Riyadh Infrastructure Projects Center said on Sunday that a dangerous street collapse in north Riyadh was caused by excavation work at a nearby construction site that weakened soil beneath water pipelines, leading to pipe ruptures and water accumulation. In a media statement, the center said it received a report of the incident at […]
“Riyadh Parking” project underway to improve parking system in Saudi capital
- 05-Oct-2025
Riyadh: For making a parking system better in Saudi Arabia capital of Riyadh, a parking project “Riyadh Parking” is underway. The Riyadh parking organization apprised that more than 20,000 paid parking facility has been provided on commercial roads in the first phase. On the other hand, the organization said that more than 300000 free parking […]
Pakistani Companies Participate at Intersec Saudi Arabia 2025
- 02-Oct-2025
The seventh edition of Intersec Saudi Arabia wrapped up today at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre (RICEC), generating strong engagement from nations across the globe. The 2025 edition of the show featured over 370 exhibitors from more than 35 countries and attracted more than 27,000 industry professionals and buyers. The event showcased innovative […]
Saudi Crown Prince invites PM Shehbaz to attend FII Forum 2025 in Riyadh
- 09-Aug-2025
ISLAMABAD: Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Nawaf bin Said Al-Malky Saturday called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and handed over a signed invitation letter from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud to participate in the ninth Future Investment Initiatives (FII) Forum to be held in Riyadh from 27-30 […]
Saudi Arabia launches pilot phase of self-driving vehicles in Riyadh
- 23-Jul-2025
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has launched the initial pilot phase of autonomous self-driving vehicles in Riyadh, marking a significant milestone in the Kingdom’s journey toward smart, AI-powered transportation systems. According to a report of Saudi Gazette, Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and Chairman of the Transport General Authority, Eng. Saleh Al-Jasser, inaugurated the program on […]
Driverless Riyadh Metro to kick off from Nov 27
- 25-Nov-2024
RIYADH: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) will inaugurate the first phase of the driverless Riyadh Metro on Wednesday, November 27. According to Saudi Arabia media, the initial phase will see the operation of three lines, with the remaining three lines expected to commence in mid-December. The Riyadh Metro, recognised as the longest driverless metro […]
Middle East leaders slam Israel at Saudi-hosted summit on Gaza
- 11-Nov-2023
RIYADH: Arab leaders and Iran’s president meeting on Saturday in Riyadh roundly condemned Israel’s actions in its war against Hamas in Gaza, as fears mount the conflict could draw in other countries. The emergency meeting of the Arab League and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) comes after Hamas October 7 attacks that Israeli officials […]
Gaza in spotlight as Arab League, OIC hold joint summit in Riyadh
- 11-Nov-2023
TEHRAN: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi will attend the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit meeting comes amid raging Gaza conflict. The emergency meeting of the Arab League also being held in Riyadh. The Arab League and the OIC were originally meant to meet separately, but the Saudi foreign ministry announced early Saturday that the blocs’ […]
FIA Interpol nabs wanted suspect from Riyadh
- 29-Aug-2023
KARACHI: Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Interpol Pakistan – with the assistance of Interpol Saudi Arabia – has successfully apprehended the wanted suspect, Qurban Ali, from Riyadh, ARY News reported on Tuesday. According to the details, Interpol Pakistan apprehended the accused Qurban Ali in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and later on transferred him to Islamabad International Airport. […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif calls for combined efforts to tap clean energy resources
- 25-Oct-2022
RIYADH: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif underlined the need for combined efforts to explore the true potential of clean energy resources, coupled with utilisation of modern tools and technical gadgets to fully harness the talents of young generations and explore future avenues for progress and prosperity, ARY News reported on Tuesday. Addressing ‘Future Investment Initiative Summit’ […]