January 23, 2026

Dubai’s First-Time Home Buyer Programme Spurs Over 2,000 Home Sales in Six Months

Dubai’s initiative has helped more than 2,000 residents buy their first homes, with property sales topping AED3.25 billion. The programme offers priority access and tailored loans, transforming renters into homeowners and energizing Dubai’s real estate market.

January 23, 2026

Saudi Arabia Launches Second Phase of Nitaqat Programme to Create 340,000 Private Sector Jobs

Saudi Ministry of Human Resources launches the second phase of Nitaqat Al-Mutawar to create over 340,000 jobs for Saudis by 2029, building on the first phase's success.

January 23, 2026

Govt Approves Wage, Pension Revisions for PSU Insurance, NABARD, RBI Retirees

The government has approved wage revisions for PSU General Insurance staff and NABARD employees, plus pension hikes for RBI and NABARD retirees, benefiting over 92,000 people with ₹10,000 crore cost.

January 23, 2026

Saudi Arabia Opens Real Estate Ownership to Non-Saudis from January 22

From January 22, non-Saudis can own property in Saudi Arabia. Applications start through the new Saudi Properties digital portal. Rules vary by residency and location. This move aims to boost real estate growth and jobs.

January 23, 2026

ED Conducts Searches in Goa Fire Case, Probes Money Laundering Linked to Birch by Romeo Lane

The Enforcement Directorate is investigating money laundering after a deadly Goa fire killed 25. Searches hit multiple locations tied to club owners and officials.