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Three suffer minor injuries in attacks on Jazan and Najran airports

Saudi Arabia’s Public Authority of Civil Aviation said three people sustained minor injuries and material damage following two attacks on Jazan and Najran airports on Monday evening. The authority said emergency teams and relevant agencies responded immediately, while the injured were taken to hospital for treatment…

Panikoff concludes 3-day Kuwait visit with high-level talks

Kuwait-US relations, Gulf security and the evolving regional geopolitical landscape were discussed during a three-day visit to Kuwait by Jonathan Panikoff, Senior Director of the Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative at the Atlantic Council. Panikoff’s visit was hosted by Reconnaissance Research as part of the…

Kuwait oil prices rise $1.31 to $107.22 per barrel

The price of Kuwaiti oil rose by USD 1.31 to USD 107.22 per barrel in Monday’s trading, compared with USD 105.91 per barrel on Friday, the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) said Tuesday. In global markets, Brent crude fell by USD 1.93 to USD 100.32 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude declined by …

ICAIKC marks Gandhi Jayanti at Kharafi Center for Special Needs

On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, the ICAI Kuwait Chapter Committee spent meaningful time with the children at the Kharafi Center for Special Needs, Kuwait, celebrating the occasion through interaction, engagement and shared moments of joy. Chairperson CA. Venkata Ramana Badida, along with the Committee members…

ICAI Kuwait Chapter holds career counselling session for CA sspirants

Over 70 students, parents and aspiring professionals attend session at Indian Embassy Auditorium Counsels students on CA course and career opportunities The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Kuwait Chapter (ICAIKC), organised a career counselling session at the Indian Embassy Auditorium in Kuwait, bringing…

Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Giftedness partners with MTB to accelerate global innovation

Sabah Al-Ahmad Center launches ‘Acceleration 2026’ to advance food and water security innovation Top 10 projects to join Barcelona innovation mission under ‘Acceleration 2026’ Intensive acceleration phase will be held in Kuwait from November 16 to 23, focusing on project development, market and investment readiness…

Kuwait school administration suspended for three months over suffocation incident

The Ministry of Education has suspended the administration of a secondary school for three months pending investigation following an incident in which several female students suffered from suffocation. Education Minister Sayed Jalal Al-Tabtabai visited the affected students to check on their health and well-being…

Kuwait non-oil private sector growth continues as PMI hits 52.4 points

Business confidence reaches seven-month high as firms increase hiring and purchasing Kuwait’s non-oil private sector continued to expand in September, with marketing efforts and competitive pricing supporting new orders and business activity, while business confidence rose to its highest level in seven months…

Kuwait calls for major reset of 2030 Sustainable Development Plan

Kuwait has called for a major readjustment of the implementation mechanism of the United Nations’ 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda, urging a shift toward clear priorities that protect human capital, expand the fiscal space available to developing countries and link public and private investment to measurable…

Kuwait’s new charity law targets transparency, not restrictions, says Al-Huwailah

Prompt reporting will allow the authorities to take the necessary measures to protect individual charity societies, their reputations and the wider sector Minister of Social Affairs, Family and Childhood Affairs Dr. Amthal Al-Huwailah has stressed that Kuwait’s new law regulating charity and humanitarian work is…

Justice Ministry prepares report on public fund embezzlement cases

The Ministry of Justice is preparing a comprehensive report on cases involving the misappropriation and ‘theft’ of public funds, as part of ongoing efforts to monitor such cases and strengthen measures to protect state funds. The ministry recently conducted a detailed survey of public fund embezzlement cases…

Kuwait remittances surge 18.2 percent to $16.7 billion in 2025

Remittances sent by workers in Kuwait to overseas destinations jumped 18.2 percent in 2025 to $16.7 billion, giving Kuwait the second-highest growth rate in the Gulf and highlighting the continued economic contribution of the expatriate workforce. According to a report by the GCC Statistical Center, remittances from…

Kuwait currently produces around 2 million barrels per day

Kuwait is currently producing around 2 million barrels of oil per day, equivalent to about 75 percent of its pre-war output, as increasing numbers of oil tankers resume passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) CEO Sheikh Nawaf Saud Al-Sabah said Kuwait’s current production compares…

194 expats deported as Kuwait intensifies crackdown on drugs

Kuwait has so deported 194 expatriates of various nationalities possessing and trafficking in drugs a during a 30-day period, as the security authorities have intensified efforts to combat narcotics and psychotropic substances across the country. Statistics issued by the Directorate-General for Drug Control, for…

CENTCOM redirects 130 commercial vessels since resuming siege on Iran

The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) annouced on Monday that its forces has redirected 130 commercial vessels as part of the strict implementation of the ongoing US blockade on Iran Until October 5, the forces redirected the 130th commercial vessel in the Middle East during strict enforcement of the ongoing U.S. naval…

Draconid meteor shower to light up Kuwait skies on October 7

Skywatchers in Kuwait will have an opportunity to witness the Draconid meteor shower next Wednesday, October 7, as the annual celestial display sweeps across the night skies of Kuwait and other countries in the Northern Hemisphere. The Kuwaiti Astronomical Society said the meteor shower will be visible from Kuwait…

Nobel Medicine Prize 2026 honours Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel

The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to American scientist Karl Deisseroth and German researchers Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel for their discoveries involving light-activated ion channels and the development of optogenetics. The Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet announced the…

MoH launches Non-Communicable Disease Prevention awareness campaign

The Ministry of Health, represented by the Department of Non- Communicable Diseases (NCD) Prevention, launched a national awareness and early detection campaign for non-communicable diseases on Monday at The Avenues Mall. The campaign, with the participation of 15 entities from within and outside the Ministry, will…

Kuwait FM receives credentials of Turkish Ambassador

Kuwait’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah received a copy of the credentials of the Ambassador of Turkiye to Kuwait Can Oguz, during a meeting held Monday, at the ministry’s headquarters. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted that Sheikh Jarrah wished the new ambassador…

Jazeera Airways to relaunch direct flights to Yerevan

Jazeera Airways announces the relaunch of direct flights between Kuwait and Yerevan, the capital of Armenia, from December 3, 2026, restoring direct connectivity to one of the airline’s popular destinations. Flights will initially operate twice weekly, increasing to three times a week from 22 December 2026, providing…

Article 77 of Kuwait’s New Media Law protects journalists acting in good faith

Article 77 of Kuwait’s new Media Law provides an important legal safeguard for journalists and media professionals, stipulating that they will not face criminal liability for material they publish or broadcast in the course of their licensed work, provided they act in good faith and comply with professional standards…

First Deputy PM honors two traffic department officers

First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Saud Al-Sabah honored two officers from the General Traffic Department on Monday for their dedication and commitment to duty. The Ministry of Interior said in a press statement that Sheikh Fahad Al-Yusuf praised the two honorees for their…

US pulls all bombers from UK base after new threat

The United States has withdrawn all long-range Air Force bombers deployed at RAF Fairford in Britain and returned them to their home stations in the US following what a US official described as a “real world” new threat to the base. The move comes days after British police arrested several people over an alleged…

India’s private healthcare boom, but who pays for rising hospital costs?

Global private-equity firms have invested around $10 billion in Indian hospital chains over the past five years. Private-equity-backed operators account for less than 5 percent of India’s hospital beds, while the country has only about 1.3 beds per 1,000 people. Healthcare costs are rising sharply, with medical…

Kuwait issues six decrees, revokes citizenship of 415 people

Six decrees published in Kuwait’s official gazette, Kuwait Alyawm, have revoked the Kuwaiti citizenship of 415 individuals, including people who had acquired citizenship through dependency. Under Decree No. 155 of 2026, Kuwaiti citizenship certificates were revoked from six individuals, including those who had…

‘Dawn of Yemen’ coalition says air protection provided over Bab Al-Mandab Strait

The coalition supporting Yemen’s internationally recognized government said it is providing air protection over the Bab Al-Mandab Strait and conducting ongoing operations against moving targets. The coalition spokesman said air support is being provided around the clock to assist Yemeni armed forces operating on the…

Kuwait real estate auctions generate 9.63 million dinars in September

Real estate auctions conducted by the Execution Department at Kuwait’s Ministry of Justice generated 9.63 million dinars from the sale of 18 properties during September, with final prices exceeding opening valuations by 11.23 percent. The 18 properties were sold for a combined 9.63 million dinars, compared with…

Kuwait stresses coordinated efforts to counter financial crimes, terrorist financing

Finance Minister Dr Yaqoub Al-Rifai said combating money laundering and terrorist financing requires coordinated action among national, regional and international authorities. In his address to delegates at the Kuwait-hosted event ‘Applications and Capacity Building for 2026’, organized by the National Committee for…

Qibla, Salmiya and Shuwaikh lead Kuwait’s real estate price rankings

The third-quarter data points to a highly segmented Kuwait property market, where established central districts continue to command substantial premiums while newer and more distant developments offer considerably lower entry prices. The gap is particularly pronounced in commercial property, reflecting the value…

Kuwait schools organize educational activities to celebrate World Teachers Day

Schools across Kuwait celebrated World Teachers’ Day on Monday, observed annually on October 5, by organizing educational activities highlighting appreciation for teachers’ role in building generations and advancing the educational process. Schools held ceremonies honoring teachers in recognition of their efforts and…

Kuwaiti teachers are cornerstone of nation-building, says Education Minister

Minister of Education Sayed Jalal Al-Tabtabaei said Monday that teachers’ role extends beyond imparting knowledge to building individuals, shaping awareness, instilling values and nurturing ambition, stressing that their mission remains a cornerstone of Kuwait’s advancement. In a statement to KUNA marking World…

Kuwait tightens traffic controls on delivery drivers

Kuwait is tightening traffic enforcement on delivery drivers, with the Ministry of Interior warning companies that violations will result in legal action, including the impoundment of motorcycles or vehicles for two months. The warning was issued during a meeting on Sunday, October 4, between representatives of…

Middle East oil exports recover to pre-Iran war levels

Crude oil exports from the Middle East rose above pre-war levels in four of the seven days of the final week of September, shipping data showed on Monday, despite attacks on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Crude exports from the region exceeded pre-war levels on September 24 and between September 27 and…

Two electricity meters stolen from Farwaniya building

Farwaniya Police have opened an investigation into the theft of two electricity meters from a building in the area. According to a compliant filed by the building owner at the Farwaniya Police Station the suspect allegedly broke into the property and removed two electricity meters. A case has been registered at the…

Arab woman duped of 200 dinars in an attempt to buy Smartphone online

A 200-dinar unauthorized bank deduction has triggered a financial crime investigation after an Arab woman responded to an online smartphone advertisement and allegedly shared her personal and banking details with the seller. According to a security source , the woman approached the Banking Affairs Prosecution after…

48 liquor bottles found buried in Mina Abdullah desert

Mina Abdullah police have taken into custody an Asian man after finding 48 bottles of locally produced liquor bottles buried underground in a desert area, in an unusual method of storing the contraband. The arrest came as part of ongoing security efforts to combat drugs and contraband under the supervision of…

Bank proposes deducting 1% scientific progress levy from 15 percent corporate tax

Under the applicable framework, such companies are no longer required to pay the 2.5 percent contribution supporting national employment and the additional zakat obligation applicable to companies outside the multinational entities tax regime, with the combined burden not exceeding 4.5 percent of net profits…

Kuwait Minister of Oil in Manama for energy talks

Kuwait’s Oil Minister Tarek Al-Roumi is set to join his counterparts from across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) for talks to ratchet up energy cooperation within the six-member bloc, the Kuwaiti oil ministry said on Sunday. The talks, slated for today (Monday) in the Bahraini capital Manama, will delve into…

Students’ conditions stable after suffocation incident at Secondary School

Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health Sheikh Dr. Salman Khalifa Al-Sabah visited students receiving medical care after suffering suffocation at a secondary school, checking on their condition and the level of healthcare being provided. The ministry said in a press statement that Sheikh Dr. Salman reviewed the…

Kuwait Media Law tightens rules, sets 15 content standards and new licensing rules

Kuwait’s new Media Law establishes a unified professional framework for media activities, setting out licensing requirements, professional obligations, content standards and mechanisms for response, correction and refutation. Chapter Three of the law, covering Articles 15, 16 and 17, regulates the obligations of…

Climate Resilience Starts With Care

By Caren Grown, Kendall Trelegani It is getting harder by the day to justify the slow pace of adaptation to climate change. Last year was one of the hottest on record, with economies and communities around the world disrupted by extreme heat, heavy rainfall, and tropical cyclones. As November’s United Nations Climate…

Why Is the Global Economy So Resilient?

Despite the rising risks, uncertainties, and large negative supply shocks of the last two years, stock markets and the overall global economy have held up quite well. Following the shock of US President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” (April 2) tariffs in 2025 came this year’s Iran War, which caused the largest energy…

KFF issues 115 notices, orders 34 administrative closures in Farwaniya

The Kuwait Fire Force (KFF) has issued 115 notices and ordered 34 administrative closures during an inspection campaign in Farwaniya Governorate aimed at identifying safety violations and ensuring compliance. The campaign, conducted by the Farwaniya Governorate Prevention Department, also issued warnings to 15 sites…

10.15 billion dinars in POS spending highlights Kuwait’s shift to e-payments

Spending through point-of-sale (POS) terminals in Kuwait reached approximately 10.15 billion dinars during the first eight months of 2026, highlighting the scale of electronic payments in everyday consumer and business transactions. According to data published by Al-Anba daily, spending was recorded through around…

Kuwaiti institutions lead Kuwait Stock Exchange buying with 259.8m dinars

Kuwaiti institutional investors emerged as the dominant buying force on the Kuwait Stock Exchange during the first nine months of 2026, accounting for more than half of total market purchases and nearly three-quarters of Kuwaiti investors’ net buying. Trading data shows Kuwaiti institutions and companies recorded net…

Indian man arrested in Mangaf for trafficking in drugs

The Ahmadi security officers have arrested an Indian man for trafficking in narcotics. The arrest came after a patrolmen spotted the suspicious looking man during a routine patrol and as the police vehicle approached him, he attempted to escape on foot, prompting officers to pursue and arrest him. When the man was…

Kuwait economy set for 2.8% growth in 2027 as $118 billion project pipeline advances

Growth to resume in 2027: Kuwait’s real GDP is projected to grow 2.8 percent in 2027, following an expected 4.6 percent contraction in 2026. $118 billion project pipeline: Kuwait has around $118 billion in projects awaiting implementation, in addition to $48.5 billion already under implementation, creating significant…

CAPT approves tender for CBK museum, building rehabilitation

The Central Agency for Public Tenders has approved a tender for the rehabilitation of the support building of the Central Bank of Kuwait and the establishment of a museum for the bank. The project has an implementation period of 730 days, equivalent to two years.

Kuwait advances three major power, water projects with combined capacity of 3,400MW

Kuwait is moving closer to awarding three major electricity and water projects with a combined power generation capacity of 3,400 megawatts and water production of 33 million imperial gallons per day, as joint committees of the Public-Private Partnership Authority and the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable…

Dr Sarah Khuraibet makes history as first Kuwaiti and Gulf woman to win ‘Kramer’

Kuwaiti physician Dr Sarah Khuraibet has become the first Kuwaiti and Gulf woman to receive the Dr and Mrs Gerald M. Kramer Scholar Award for Excellence in Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, marking a significant international achievement for Kuwaiti medical talent. The award was announced by the American Academy…

Kuwait issues new Media Regulation Law, repeals three existing laws

Kuwait has introduced a new Media Regulation Law, repealing three existing media laws and setting a unified framework for traditional, audiovisual, electronic and social media activities, with existing media operators given six months to regularize their status after the executive regulations are issued. Kuwait has…

PIFSS resumes suspended shares under new citizenship-related decision

The Public Institution for Social Security (PIFSS) has issued Resolution No. 6 of 2026 allowing the continued disbursement of shares that were suspended following the withdrawal of Kuwaiti citizenship from insured persons or deceased pensioners, subject to the controls set out in the decision. Published in the…

Public Authority for Industry closes five plots, cites violations

The Public Authority for Industry has ordered the closure of five industrial plots over regulatory violations, including four in the Shuwaikh Industrial Area’s Second and Third Zones and one in East Ahmadi. In separate decisions published in the Official Gazette, the authority cited several violations, including…

Ronaldo will remain Portugal’s greatest football icon, says Bruno Fernandes

Portugal midfielder Bruno Fernandes has defended Cristiano Ronaldo’s status as the country’s greatest football icon, calling for unity after the veteran forward left the national team camp following a decision not to start him in a UEFA Nations League match. Ronaldo, 41, left the camp after coach Jorge Jesus informed…

‘Bureau’ reinforces mandatory automated fingerprint for government employees

Kuwait’s Civil Service Bureau has instructed government institutions to continue automated integration with the Civil Service’s unified systems, stressing that the system is essential to ensuring accurate attendance, departure and presence records and enforcing official working rules and regulations. The directive…

Finance Ministry may temporarily renew contracts of 23 BOT projects

The Ministry of Finance is studying a new mechanism to temporarily renew contracts with investors operating projects developed on state land under expired or expiring BOT agreements, aimed at preserving operations and increasing state revenues until the projects are publicly auctioned and transferred to new investors…

Jleeb owners of dilapidated buildings given two weeks to demolish

The Kuwait Municipality has given owners of and crumbling properties in Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh a two-week deadline to begin demolishing the buildings, warning that the municipality will undertake the demolition if owners fail to respond within the specified period. The municipality is completing procedures related to the…

Forum of Indian Doctors elect new office-bearers for 2026–2028 term

On October 2, 2026, the Forum of Indian Doctors (FID), one of Kuwait’s prominent expatriate professional organisations, has begun a new two-year term with the swearing-in of new office-bearers for 2026–2028. at Crown Plaza Hotel. Dr Mohan Ram, was sworn in as the new President. The other new office-bearers include Dr…

ALSAYER Unveils the All-New TOYOTA HILUX

● Enhanced ride comfort, responsive handling, and greater stability deliver a more confident driving experience on- and off-road ● While retaining its traditional rugged character, the exterior design evolves into a more agile and striking expression ● Based on the “Tough and Agile” concept, the significantly…

UK stands with Kuwait as regional threats reshape security partnership

The Times Kuwait Report Britain’s relationship with Kuwait has taken on a new urgency amid the changing regional security environment, with the UK stepping up practical cooperation with Kuwait on missile and drone threats while continuing to deepen ties in education, trade, healthcare and technology. British…

Why community journalism matters in a diverse and changing Kuwait

The Times Kuwait Report In Kuwait, almost every government decision, regulatory change or public-service announcement has a human story behind it. A change in residency procedures can affect a family; a new education regulation can reshape decisions for parents and students; a labour policy can influence workers and…

Inside Capella Singapore: A Hidden World on Sentosa

By Noura Khan Special to The Times Kuwait In a city that rarely slows down, where glass towers, shopping malls and busy streets shape the rhythm of everyday life, Capella Singapore revealed an entirely different side of the Lion City to me, quieter, greener and far more intimate. Hidden among tropical trees on a…

Two oil tankers struck by unidentified projectiles near Strait of Hormuz

Two oil tankers were struck by “unidentified projectiles” in the Strait of Hormuz region, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), in the latest incidents to threaten shipping through the strategic waterway. The first vessel, which was leaving the strait, reported a small fire and a loss of power…

Can a Lender Become a Beneficial Owner?

By Legal Counsel Suha Alsahli Emtithal Law Firm Special to The Times Kuwait Kuwait’s new guidance on beneficial ownership is placing greater emphasis on a question that companies may easily overlook: who actually controls the business? Beneficial ownership is commonly associated with shareholding. A person owns a…

Airport customs seize 1.763kg marijuana, heroin and hashish from two passengers

Kuwait International Airport customs officers have seized 1.763 kilograms of marijuana, and quantities of heroin and hashish, from two passengers arriving from Ethiopia, the General Administration of Customs said. In the first case, customs inspectors at Terminal 4 stopped a Beninese woman arriving from Addis Ababa…

Kuwait moves to align government financial oversight with global standards

Exposure to international expertise would support the continued development of Kuwait’s government financial control system and improve the efficiency of public finance management — Nada Al-Sahli Kuwait is looking to strengthen government financial oversight and public finance management by drawing on international…

One injured in gas leak explosion in Hawally apartment

One person was injured on Saturday morning after an explosion caused by a gas leak inside an apartment building in Hawally. Firefighters from the Hawally Center responded to the incident and brought the resulting fire under control. The injured person was treated at the scene and handed over to the relevant…

AIIS hosts 21st edition of India Education Career Counselling 2026

Aspire Indian International School hosted the 21st Edition of India Education Career Counselling 2026, bringing together students from Aspire Indian International School and Indian Central School for a session focused on higher-education opportunities and career pathways in India. The programme provided students with…

Al-Shaheed Park carnival embodies values of peace, harmony

Al-Shaheed Park Carnival – Phase 3 embodied the values of peace, harmony and hope through an immersive experience of light and colors. With creative use of the colors of the State of Kuwait’s flag – green, white, red and black, the activities of the event reflected Kuwait’s national identity across various elements of…

Kuwait oil price rises to $105.91 per barrel

The price of Kuwaiti oil rose by $1.32 to reach $105.91 per barrel in Friday’s trading, compared with $104.59 per barrel on Thursday, the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) said Saturday. In global markets, Brent crude edged down by six cents to $102.25 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) fell by $1.76…

Flydubai co-pilot reportedly barred from flying in Oman over security concerns

The co-pilot accused of stabbing the captain of a Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv had reportedly been barred from flying in Oman over security concerns, according to media reports, raising fresh questions about aviation security checks and the sharing of background information between airlines and authorities. The…

MOH sets new rules for patient confidentiality, medical information disclosure

The new framework therefore establishes a clearer balance between protecting patient privacy and ensuring that health cases requiring legal, social or public-health intervention are addressed without delay. The Ministry of Health has introduced a new framework detailing when patient health information may be…

G7 agrees coordinated release of oil reserves to stabilize energy markets, says Trump

US President Donald J. Trump said European countries had agreed to release a large volume of their diesel stocks, with the process set to begin immediately. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social platform on Friday following a virtual G7 leaders’ summit that adopted a statement outlining coordinated measures…

Kuwait Airport Transit Operations Remain Suspended Until Further Notice

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has clarified that transit operations at Kuwait International Airport remain suspended until further notice, dismissing reports circulating about their resumption. Speaking to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), DGCA spokesperson Abdullah Al-Rajhi said there had been no…

Three arrested for manipulating weights, reselling subsidized food items in Waha

The Criminal Security Sector has arrested three Egyptian nationals for allegedly manipulating the weights of subsidized food products and illegally reselling them in the Waha area of Jahra Governorate. The Ministry of Interior said the arrests were made as part of ongoing security efforts to combat the illegal…

IBPC hosts session on ‘Geopolitics and Business: What Has Changed in the GCC?’

The Indian Business and Professional Council, Kuwait (IBPC), organized an insightful session on “Geopolitics and Business: What Has Changed in the GCC?” at the Millennium Hotel & Convention Centre, Salmiya. The session was attended by eminent members of Kuwait’s Indian business and professional community, including…

Five Suspects Arrested for Misusing Charity Project to Resell Donations in Kuwait

Kuwait’s Criminal Investigation Sector has uncovered a case involving five suspects accused of exploiting a charitable project to collect in-kind donations and resell them for personal financial gain. The suspects include two Syrian nationals and three Egyptian nationals. The case was uncovered as part of ongoing…

Why Gandhi’s legacy remains a moral compass

By Shakeel Ahmad Khan Special to The Times Kuwait As India marks the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi on October 2, the occasion offers more than an opportunity to remember one of the country’s most influential leaders. It is also a moment to reflect on the enduring relevance of his message of truth…

Viksit Bharat Run draws more than 1,600 participants in Kuwait

If you can run, run. If you cannot run, walk. Get your steps in, enjoy the morning, and most importantly, have fun and enjoy the outdoors — H.E. Mrs Paramita Tripathi, Ambassador of India to Kuwait The Embassy of India in Kuwait organised the Viksit Bharat Run today at Boulevard Park, Salmiya, bringing together more …

Kuwait opens first phase of Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Road development project

The Ministry of Public Works has inaugurated the first phase of the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Road Development Project, formerly known as Al-Abdali Road, marking a step toward improving one of Kuwait’s key northern transport routes. Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Public Works Kifaya Al-Najdi inaugurated…

Customs warns travelers to declare cash 3,000 dinars and above or face legal action

The General Administration of Customs said travelers entering or leaving Kuwait are asked to declare cash and negotiable financial instruments in their possession if the value is 3,000 dinars and above or its equivalent in other currencies, The warning comes as part of Kuwait’s efforts to prevent the movement of…

NBK Says Kuwait Economic Activity Recovers Despite Ongoing Gulf Conflict Pressures

The National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) said Kuwait’s economy has shown resilience despite regional conflict and trade disruptions, with key indicators rebounding from earlier lows, although conditions have yet to fully normalize. NBK said, in its quarterly brief on Thursday, that the non-oil activity improved despite trade…

PACI launches ‘Building Cancellation’ service through Sahel

The Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI) has launched a new electronic service, “Building Cancellation,” through the unified government application Sahel, which allows building owners to cancel the registered data of an existing building and its associated units without visiting the PACI offices. The…

Kuwait weather: Scattered rain, humidity and fog expected over weekend

Kuwait is expected to experience hot and humid conditions during the day and mild to warm weather at night over the weekend, with low and medium-level clouds bringing scattered light rain, which could turn thundery at times. The Meteorological Department said there is also a possibility of fog in some areas…

H.H. the Prime Minister calls for faster implementation of major development projects

His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah has ordered the government authorities to intensify efforts and streamline procedures related to the implementation of major development projects in the country. During a meeting of the Ministerial Committee for Monitoring Major Development…

Kuwait, Italy exchange expertise on prison management and rehabilitation

Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior Undersecretary Major General Abdulwahab Al-Wahib met with Italian Prison Service chief Judge Stefano De Micheli in Rome to discuss strengthening cooperation and exchanging expertise in the management of correctional institutions and the rehabilitation of inmates. The meeting took place…

Saturn, meteor showers, Hunter’s Moon to grace Kuwait’s skies in October

Kuwait’s night skies are set for a busy October, with the Al-Ujairi Scientific Center forecasting around 10 notable astronomical events ranging from a close encounter between the Moon and Mars to Saturn at opposition, meteor showers, a full “Hunter’s Moon” and the Moon’s passage near the Pleiades star cluster. The…

KSE gains 423 million dinars in Q3 as Main 50 index rises 3.99 percent

The Kuwait Stock Exchange ended the third quarter of 2026 with market capitalization rising by 423 million dinars to 52.582 billion dinars, up from 52.159 billion dinars at the end of June, as most key indices posted gains during the quarter. The quarterly performance points to continued activity across Kuwait’s…

Armenia sees Kuwait as key partner in South Caucasus peace and expanding economic ties

Armenia regards Kuwait as an important partner in supporting peace and stability in the South Caucasus, while seeking to broaden bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, tourism, education and technology, Armenian Ambassador to Kuwait H.E. Dr Arsen Arakelyan said. Speaking at a reception hosted by the Armenian…

Ayacucho Retablos tell the story of Peru’s Andean heritage, says Peruvian envoy

Kuwait-Peru relations are strong, and we are proud of what has been achieved over nearly 50 years — H.E. Carlos Jiménez The Embassy of the Republic of Peru hosted a reception to mark the opening of the exhibition “Ayacucho Retablos: A Living Tradition of the Peruvian Andes” at the Contemporary Art Platform (CAP…

Jahra Hospital launches specialized home-care training for families

The Jahra Hospital has launched Kuwait’s first specialized training initiative to equip parents and caregivers with the practical skills needed to safely care for children with complex medical conditions at home and support their transition from hospital to home. The Ministry of Health said the program covers the use…

KFF closes 49 establishments in Capital and Hawalli

The Kuwait Fire Force has closed 49 establishments and issued notices and warnings to 113 others during an inspection campaign in the Capital and Hawalli governorates. The campaign, conducted by specialized Fire Force teams, aimed to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and identify buildings and facilities…