Kuwait

US Defence Secretary expresses gratitude to Amir of Kuwait for support in Afghanistan evacuation

The US Defence Secretary met Kuwaiti Prime Minister, Minister of Defense, and Minister of Interior to discuss opportunities for advancing the US-Kuwait partnership, a statement from the US Department of Defence informed.

Sep 09, 2021, 11:35 AM IST

EAM Jaishankar to visit Kuwait next week

The visit comes in the backdrop of the country reaching out to India amid the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic with assistance.

Jun 05, 2021, 06:30 AM IST

Kuwait comes up with India against COVID, send 282 oxygen cylinders

Kuwait joined with India to help fight the second wave of Coronavirus in the country. A consignment of 282 oxygen cylinders, 60 oxygen concentrations, ventilators and other medical supplies arrived in India on Tuesday.

May 04, 2021, 07:40 AM IST

After UK and UAE, now Kuwait suspends commercial flights from India amid COVID-19 surge

All passengers arriving from India either directly or via another country will be banned from entering unless they have spent at least 14 days out of India, the statement said.

Apr 24, 2021, 08:15 AM IST

COVID-19: Kuwait to stop entry of non-citizens amid surge in cases

Tareq Al-Mezrem made this announcement after an extraordinary meeting of the Kuwaiti government which was held Wednesday (February 3) evening to discuss the public health situation and the latest developments related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Xinhua news agency reported.

Feb 04, 2021, 14:50 PM IST

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan sent to Kuwait to offer condolences on former Amir's death

Reflecting the importance it places on ties with oil-rich Kuwait, India on Sunday dispatched Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to offer condolences to the leadership of the Gulf nation on the passing away of its former Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.

Oct 11, 2020, 22:54 PM IST

Indian flags at half mast to mourn Amir of Kuwait; envoy Sibi George calls him India's great friend

In a gesture signifying close India-Kuwait ties, the Indian flag was at half-mast in the country and at all the Indian missions across the world on Sunday to pay homage to the departed Amir of Kuwait, Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. 

Oct 04, 2020, 22:09 PM IST

DNA: Crisis on 8 lakh Indians in Kuwait

In this segment of DNA we will analyse the crisis on 8 lakh Indians in Kuwait

Jul 07, 2020, 23:14 PM IST

Over 8 lakh Indians may be forced to leave Kuwait as country approves Expat quota bill

The Bill, according to which Indians should not exceed 15 percent of the population, is to be transferred to the respective committee so that a comprehensive plan is created.

Jul 06, 2020, 12:06 PM IST

Kuwait imposes 20-day 'total curfew' from May 10 to curb coronavirus COVID-19

During the curfew, public sectors will work remotely and private sector activities, excluding vital ones, will be suspended, the statement said. All banks will be closed, but will continue to provide services electronically.

May 09, 2020, 08:56 AM IST

Australia coach Graham Arnold says his Socceroos will be 'greatest' ever

Arnold named a raw 23-man squad on Friday for next month`s opening World Cup qualifier against Kuwait, featuring 12 players with 10 or fewer caps and a slew of big names omitted due to form or fitness concerns.

Aug 30, 2019, 16:10 PM IST

Sunny Deol rescues woman sold as slave

Sunny, Bharatiya Janata Party's MP from Gurdaspur in Punjab, personally intervened after coming to know of the incident. 

Jul 29, 2019, 20:46 PM IST

Nepal beat Kuwait to set up Singapore showdown in ICC World Cup T20 Asia Qualifiers

In another clash of the day, Qatar managed to defeat Malaysia in a game where both teams played for pride. 

Jul 28, 2019, 10:37 AM IST

Five teams set for Singapore showdown to move one step closer to ICC T20 World Cup

One qualification spot for the 2019 International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 World Cup Qualifier will be on the line when five teams namely Singapore, Kuwait, Malaysia, Nepal and Qatar lock horns in Singapore between July 22 to 28.

Jul 22, 2019, 07:10 AM IST

FIFA considering Oman, Kuwait as potential hosts for 2022 World Cup games: Reports

The World Cup will be expanded from 32 to 48 teams in 2026, but FIFA president Gianni Infantino has proposed bringing forward the enlarged format to 2022.

Mar 07, 2019, 14:07 PM IST

Son seeks Sushma Swaraj's help to rescue mother trafficked to Kuwait

He added, she was received by the employer and employed as a housemaid.

Feb 17, 2019, 07:13 AM IST

Oman, Kuwait reach finals of ICC World Cup Asia Division 2 qualifier

The two unbeaten teams in the tournament, Oman and Kuwait, winners of Group A and Group B respectively, will now meet in Monday’s final at TCG.

Dec 17, 2018, 11:34 AM IST

Kuwaiti singer Mubarak Al-Rashid mesmerises Sushma Swaraj with 'Vaishnav Jan To'

The External Affairs Minister said that ties between India and Kuwait are historical and have no complexities.

Oct 31, 2018, 00:40 AM IST

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman arrives in Kuwait for talks

The Saudi prince is expected to discuss the resumption of oil output from a neutral zone which Saudi Arabia shares with Kuwait.

Oct 01, 2018, 00:46 AM IST

Hyderabad woman rescued from Kuwait, thanks Sushma Swaraj

Speaking to ANI, the woman alleged that an agent lured her with the promise of a lucrative job in Kuwait as a beautician.

Sep 27, 2018, 08:46 AM IST