January 6, 2026

Tomorrowland to Host First Asia Festival in Thailand This December

Tomorrowland, the European EDM giant, will hold its first full Asia festival in Pattaya, Thailand, from December 11-13. More than 50,000 fans are expected daily. Tickets go on pre-sale January 8.

January 6, 2026

600 Evacuated After Natural Gas Blowout at ONGC Well in Konaseema

At least 600 people were safely moved from three villages near a gas well blowout in Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Konaseema. ONGC teams work to cap the well and control the situation.

January 6, 2026

Egypt Ends Free Hajj Slots, Launches Digital Lottery and Paid Packages for 2026 Pilgrimage

Egypt stops free state-funded Hajj slots for 2026. Pilgrims now must join a digital lottery or buy paid packages. Health certificates required for visas.

January 6, 2026

Egypt Ends Free Hajj Slots, Launches Digital Lottery and Paid Packages for 2026 Pilgrimage

Egypt stops free state-funded Hajj slots for 2026. Pilgrims now must join a digital lottery or buy paid packages. Health certificates required for visas.

January 6, 2026

Kuwait Denies Residency Fee Waiver Rumors; Only Health Insurance Fees for Domestic Workers Exempt

Kuwait's Ministry of Interior refutes viral claims about residency fee waivers. Fees remain unchanged. Only health insurance fees for first three domestic workers are exempt.