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Kuwait new school canteen rules: Health, oversight, and nutrition come first
The Times of India
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Kuwait introduces new rules for school canteens/Representative Image Kuwait’s Public Authority for Food and Nutrition (PAFN) has enforced updated regulations for school canteens, under Ministerial Resolution No. 5. These regulations elevate food...
Kuwait-based Money Basket opens 2 branches amid expansion
GCC Business News
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August 29, 2025
Money Basket International Exchange Co., a licensed currency exchange and remittance provider in Kuwait, has opened two new branches in Al-Jahra and Mubarkiah. This strategic expansion strengthens the company’s footprint and enhances accessibility...
Kuwait busts three criminal networks in visa fraud
Gulf News
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Dubai: Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior announced it has dismantled three separate criminal groups accused of forging work permits, trafficking in illegal visas, and conducting unauthorised cross-border money transfers.
Kuwait Airways and Impulse sign strategic agreement
Kuwait Times
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August 27, 2025
Significant collaboration to support the national carrier’s digital transformation journey KUWAIT: In a significant step towards enhancing its digital transformation journey, Kuwait Airways signed a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Impulse...
Kuwait’s fifth relief plane departs for Gaza with 10 tons of food
Madhyamam
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August 29, 2025
Kuwait sent its fifth relief plane to Gaza on Thursday. The aircraft left Abdullah Al-Mubarak Air Base for Jordan’s Marka Military Airport with 10 tons of food supplies. This flight is part of the second Kuwaiti air bridge. The Kuwait Red Crescent...
Traffic Violators in Kuwait to Clean Streets, Help Hospitals
The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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Ashen Tharaka Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior announced on Sunday that people convicted of traffic violations will now perform community service instead of paying fines or serving jail time. Under the new reform, issued by Sheikh Fahad Yousef Al...
Kuwait Airways increases frequency of flights from Thiruvananthapuram airport
The Hindu
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August 28, 2025
Kuwait Airways has increased the frequency of flights from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport to Kuwait from five to six a week from September 3. It has been one of the long-pending demands of passengers from the southern districts, said...
Kuwait Emir Appoints Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Ali as Minister of Amiri Diwan
Asharq Al-Awsat
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August 29, 2025
Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah signed a decree appointing Sheikh Hamad Jaber Al-Ali Al-Sabah as Minister of the Amiri Diwan Affairs as of September 1. The decree stipulated that Sheikh Hamad to be appointed with the rank...
Kuwait Deports Nepali Expat Wanted For Human Trafficking
Arab Times
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August 28, 2025
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 28: In a high-stakes operation, Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has deported a Nepalese expatriate, identified as (K. Sh.), on charges of human trafficking and migrant smuggling. The man, who had been living quietly in Kuwait, was...
Know What Are The Alternative Penalties To Prison Under Kuwait’s New Traffic Law?
Arab Times
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August 31, 2025
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 31: Kuwait has taken a significant step toward reforming its traffic law enforcement system by introducing alternative penalties to replace certain prison sentences for traffic-related offenses. The move comes under Decision No....
Kuwait, Italy hold talks to enhance military relations
Arab Times
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August 28, 2025
Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Sabah receives the Italian Ambassador to Kuwait Lorenzo Morini, in his office KUWAIT CITY, Aug 28: Kuwaiti Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Sabah received Italian Ambassador to...
Kuwait wins UN praise for leading push on reform
Kuwait Times
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August 28, 2025
NEW YORK: UN member states have praised Kuwait for steering difficult negotiations on reforming the Security Council, one of the most divisive and long-running issues at the United Nations. The recognition came during the General Assembly’s 89th...
Kuwait Increases Expat Hiring Fees To Boost Nationals In Private Sector
Gulf Insider
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August 28, 2025
Kuwait plans to impose higher fees on companies hiring expatriates for jobs that could be filled by citizens, part of a renewed drive to accelerate “Kuwaitization” and reduce dependence on foreign labour. The measures, announced by the Public...
Kuwait project empowers 1,200 young participants
Kuwait Times
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August 28, 2025
KUWAIT: Over 1,200 young Kuwaitis have pursued their ambitions across 15 different fields this year through the Public Authority for Youth’s “Our Initiatives” project, which provides financial support and training to youth-led initiatives. Dr....
Kuwait police bust crime networks in work permits, visas and money transfer
Kuwait Times
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August 28, 2025
KUWAIT: Kuwait's Interior Ministry announced on Thursday that it has busted three criminal networks operating illegally to issue fake work permits and visas and in running an illegal parallel 'hawala' money transfer and arrested over 20 people in...
Kuwait nabs 6 Egyptians and 2 Kuwaitis in Money laundering operation
Arab Times
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August 28, 2025
KUWAIT CITY, Aug 28: Kuwaiti authorities have arrested eight people involved in illegal money transfer operations, the Ministry of Interior said Thursday. The arrests were carried out by the General Department for Combating Terrorism and Money...
Kuwait working on laws to make Bedouns life easier
Arab Times
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August 28, 2025
First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Saud Al-Sabah KUWAIT CITY, Aug 28: “You have the right to publish everything ... there is nothing to hide,” said First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior...
Kuwait returns from the Arab Junior Athletics Championship with a five-medal haul
Arab Times
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August 28, 2025
The delegation was warmly welcomed at Kuwait International Airport by Fatima Hayat, member of the Kuwait Olympic Committee Board and Chairwoman of the Women’s Sports Committee, along with members of the Kuwait Athletics Federation. TUNIS, Aug 28:...
Kuwait riders win six medals at the Regional Special Olympics Equestrian Championship
Arab Times
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August 28, 2025
The riders display the national flag as they celebrate on the podium with officials. AL AIN, Aug 28: Kuwait’s Al-Tomooh Club riders wrapped up their campaign at the inaugural Regional Special Olympics Equestrian Championship for the Middle East...
Kuwait Club and Al-Arabi set to make mark after exciting Asian Challenge League draw
Arab Times
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August 28, 2025
In this file photo, Kuwait Club players celebrate at the end of a match. KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28: The group stage draw for the 2025-2026 has been completed, setting the stage for an exciting season of regional competition. Kuwait, as the host, has...