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Kuwait, officially the State of Kuwait, is a country in West Asia and the geopolitical region known as the Middle East. It is situated in the northern edge of the Arabian Peninsula at the tip of the Persian Gulf, bordering Iraq to the north and Saudi Arabia to the south. With a coastline of approximately 500 km (311 mi), Kuwait also shares a maritime border with Iran, across the Persian Gulf. Most of the country's population reside in the urban agglomeration of Kuwait City, the capital and largest city. As of 2024, Kuwait has a population of 4.82 million, of which 1.53 million are Kuwaiti citizens while the remaining 3.29 million are foreign nationals from over 100 countries. Kuwait has the third largest foreign-born population in the world.
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PM Modi receives Kuwait's highest honour, Mubarak Al-Kabeer OrderPrime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred Kuwait's highest accolade, the Order of Mubarak Al Kabeer. This is the 20th international award to be given to PM Modi by a foreign nation.DNA - Published | |
'Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer': PM Modi honoured with Kuwait's highest civilian awardPM Modi received Kuwait's highest civilian honour, the Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer. The Amir of Kuwait presented the award. The award recognizes PM Modi's work in strengthening bilateral ties. This..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Statements to please their masters': BJP slams Congress leader Digvijaya Singh over remarks on PM Modi's Kuwait visitBJP's Tarun Chugh criticized Congress leader Digvijaya Singh for his remarks on PM Modi's Kuwait visit. Chugh accused Singh of "petty politics" and "anti-national" statements that defame India while PM..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Easy to take out genie of hatred from bottle but not to put it back': Digvijaya Singh's jibe at PM ModiCongress leader Digvijaya Singh criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Kuwait speech, accusing him of promoting hatred between Hindus and minorities in India for political gains. Digvijaya Singh..IndiaTimes - Published | |
PM Modi attends opening ceremony of Arabian Gulf Cup, meets Kuwaiti EmirPrime Minister Narendra Modi marked a historic visit to Kuwait, the first by an Indian Prime Minister in 43 years, attending the Arabian Gulf Cup opening ceremony. Addressing the Indian diaspora, Modi..IndiaTimes - Published | |
PM Modi meets ex-IFS officer, Arabic Ramayana translatorDuring his first visit to Kuwait in 43 years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with 101-year-old retired Indian Foreign Service officer, Mangal Sain Handa. The meeting was facilitated by Handa's..IndiaTimes - Published | |
PM Modi visits Kuwait to chalk out road map for a futuristic partnershipPrime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day visit to Kuwait, aiming to strengthen ties with the Gulf nation. Discussions will focus on trade, energy, regional security, and prosperity. Modi..IndiaTimes - Published | |
India has skill, technology, manpower that 'New' Kuwait needs, says PM Modi; praises diaspora's rolePrime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kuwait, emphasizing India's support for Kuwait's development and praising the Indian diaspora's contributions. He highlighted the growing partnership between the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
PM Modi meets Indian migrant workers at Gulf Spic Labour Camp in KuwaitPrime Minister Narendra Modi visited an Indian labor camp in Kuwait, highlighting his commitment to the diaspora's welfare. He has consistently engaged with Indian workers abroad, addressing their..IndiaTimes - Published | Why did PM Modi meet 101-year-old ex-IFS officer in Kuwait? Know all about himThe meeting was made possible after Handa's granddaughter, Shreya Juneja, requested the Prime Minister through a heartfelt social media postDNA - Published |
PM Modi keeps promise made on X, meets man's 101-year-old father in KuwaitPrime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day visit to Kuwait, marking the first such visit by an Indian Prime Minister in 43 years. During his visit, Modi met with 101-year-old former IFS officer..IndiaTimes - Published | 'People of Manipur continue to wait while frequent flyer PM...': Congress takes a dig at PM Modi's 2-day visit to KuwaitCongress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh, in a rhyming post on X, said, "Such is their fate, As Mr. Modi refuses to find a date, The people of Manipur continue to wait, While..DNA - Published |
'Manipur continues to wait as frequent flyer PM is off to Kuwait': CongressPM Modi visited Kuwait to strengthen bilateral ties. Congress criticized the trip. They pointed to the ongoing violence in Manipur. The party urged the PM to visit the affected region. The violence..IndiaTimes - Published | PM's Kuwait visit: Stage set for 'Hala Modi' diaspora event, bilateral ties to get major boost, know what's on platterPrime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-day visit to Kuwait, starting today, i.e., December 21. This will be the first trip to the Gulf nation by an Indian Prime Minister.DNA - Published |
PM Modi's historic visit to Kuwait: All you need to knowPM Modi will visit Kuwait on December 21-22. This is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in 43 years. The visit will enhance ties between India and Kuwait. Discussions will cover trade,..IndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi on 2-day visit to Kuwait from SaturdayPrime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a two-day visit to Kuwait, marking the first such trip by an Indian prime minister in 43 years. The visit aims to bolster the multifaceted relationship between..IndiaTimes - Published |
Modi to visit Kuwait over the weekend, 1st by an Indian PM to Gulf nation in 43 yearsIndiaTimes - Published | Man flies down from Kuwait to kill daughter's molesterA Kuwait-based NRI allegedly stabbed his 12-year-old daughter's molester to death in Andhra Pradesh, India. He confessed to the murder in a selfie video, claiming police inaction after his wife..IndiaTimes - Published |
Over 24-hours ordeal finally ends for 60 Indian fliers as Gulf Air flight takes off from KuwaitA Mumbai to Manchester Gulf Air flight, carrying about 60 Indian passengers, departed from Kuwait after being diverted due to a technical issue. The flight had been stranded since December 1, and many..IndiaTimes - Published | Many Indians stranded after Gulf Air flight’s emergency landing in KuwaitSeveral Indian passengers are stranded at Kuwait Airport after their Gulf Air Bahrain-Manchester flight was diverted due to a technical issue. Indians, not eligible for visa on arrival in Kuwait, are..IndiaTimes - Published |
Video shows white orb coming out of ocean off Kuwait coast, major UFO hearing in US Congress toldA video showing a "white orb" UFO coming out of the ocean off Kuwait has been found on the US Department of Defense's own network, a congressional hearing has heard.Sky News - Published | Kuwait fire: 9, including 3 Indians, arrested in connection with massive blaze that killed 50IndiaTimes - Published |
Kuwait to give USD 15,000 compensation to kin of Mangaf fire victims: ReportIndiaTimes - Published | Bodies of 3 Kuwait fire victims arrive in UPIndiaTimes - Published |
Mortal remains of Jharkhand man killed in Kuwait fire brought homeA somber atmosphere enveloped the Hindpiri area of Ranchi, Jharkhand, as the body of Md Ali Hussain, one of the victims of a recent devastating fire in Kuwait, arrived at his home on Saturday morning...IndiaTimes - Published | Kuwait fire reduces to ashes many a dreamIndiaTimes - Published |
Kuwait fire: Plane carrying bodies of victims arrives in Delhi after KochiIndiaTimes - Published | Kuwait fire victim from Hoshiarpur was sole breadwinner of the familyIndiaTimes - Published |
Bodies of Kuwait fire tragedy victims brought to KeralaIndiaTimes - Published | 'Centre did not give permission to visit Kuwait', claims Kerala health minister Veena George; Congress hits backIndiaTimes - Published |
'On PM Modi's instructions... ': Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh on how DNA testing of Kuwait fire victims was done in 2 daysAn Indian Air Force plane on Friday arrived in Kochi carrying the bodies of 45 Indians who were killed in the Kuwait building fire. Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh, who was also on the plane after..IndiaTimes - Published | Kuwait fire: IAF flight carrying mortal remains of 45 Indians lands in KochiIndiaTimes - Published Also reported by •DNA |
Kuwait fire tragedy: External affairs ministry did good job to help injured Indians, says GopiUnion minister Suresh Gopi praised the external affairs ministry's coordination in aiding Indians injured in the Kuwait fire that claimed 49 lives. He cancelled plans to receive Malayalee victims'..IndiaTimes - Published | IAF special aircraft departs from Kuwait for India with mortal remains of 45 Indian victimsAn Indian Air Force (IAF) special aircraft, carrying the mortal remains of 45 Indian victims who lost their lives in the tragic fire incident in Kuwait, has departed for Kochi.Accompanying the..IndiaTimes - Published |
Remains of Kuwait fire's Kerala victims likely to be brought home todayIndiaTimes - Published | 45 Indians from 12 states killed in Kuwait fire; 23 from Kerala aloneIndiaTimes - Published |
MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh visits injured Indians at Kuwait hospitalIndiaTimes - Published | MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh reaches Kuwait to ensure early repatriation of mortal remains of Mangaf fire victimsMinister of state for external affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh arrived in Kuwait to oversee aid for victims of a tragic apartment fire in Mangaf, which killed around 40 Indians. The Indian government,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Inaugural ceremony of Loka Kerala Sabha cultural programme cancelled following Kuwait fire tragedyFollowing a tragic fire in Kuwait's Mangaf area that claimed over 40 Indian lives, Kerala cancelled the inaugural events of the Loka Kerala Sabha. Chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed grief,..IndiaTimes - Published | Tamil Nadu chief minister Stalin condoles demise of 40 Indians in Kuwait fire incidentTamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin expressed condolences over the tragic death of over 40 Indians in a fire at a labor housing facility in Kuwait's Mangaf area. He directed efforts to assist affected..IndiaTimes - Published |
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