Saudi Arabia plans up to 10 days of remote learning in four regions
Dubai: Saudi Arabia is preparing to introduce up to 10 days of remote learning during the school year in four education regions, as part of efforts to integrate online education into the regular school system rather than use it solely as a temporary alternative during emergencies. The Ministry of Education's proposed pilot will cover Mecca, the Eastern Province, Tabuk and Najran during the 1448…
India's Indian embassy in Riyadh has advised its nationals in Saudi Arabia to refrain from standing on rooftops or balconies due to the mounting security threats stemming from Iran-backed Houthi rebel strikes. Individuals are instructed to remain indoors, move to the nearest safe area within their buildings, and avoid windows and glass surfaces.
People outside are urged to enter buildings or find shelter behind solid barriers. The embassy also advises against gathering in crowds and taking photographs. In case of a threat while driving, motorists should pull over at the roadside, away from elevated structures. Emergency assistance can be sought by dialing 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 998 elsewhere in the country.
The advisory was issued following a deadly drone and missile attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport, which resulted in the death of an Indian national and injuries to several others.
Written by urgent.news from Times of India's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
Also reported by 5 other outlets
- 'Don't stand on roof, balconies': India urges nationals in Saudi amid Houthi strikes timesofindia.indiatimes.com
- Saudi Arabia executes five over terrorism-related offences thenationalnews.com
- Egyptian parliament to discuss defensive aid to Saudi Arabia middleeasteye.net
- Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia decline due to missile shortages, analyst says english.ajel.sa
- India asks its nationals in Saudi Arabia to follow safety directives amid security concerns hindustantimes.com
