Onam Celebrations In Saudi Arabia To Gulf Air SpiceJet Interline Agreement; 5 GCC Updates For You

Whether it’s Dubai, Muscat or Riyadh, there are many developments taking place in the GCC region. To ensure you are up to date with all of these developments, we have made a list especially for you. Yes, we have made a list of important updates from the GCC that you can keep up with through this list of updates. Take a look!

GCC Updates

1. NCM Predicts Humid Week Ahead

The National Centre of Meteorology has predicted a humid week ahead. And it was just on Friday, that Al Ain received light to heavy rainfall. As a result, areas like Khatm Al Shakla, Al Foah, Ghamdh, Ghashabah, and Al Shuwaib were soaked!

2. Dates For Dubai T100 Revealed

Dubai will host the world’s fastest-growing triathlon, the Dubai T100, from 13 to 16 November 2025. The international event is supported by the Dubai Sports Council and the Department of Economy and Tourism, and forms part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge. pic.twitter.com/x9DFI1QXSL

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) September 5, 2025

As revealed by the Dubai media office, the Emirate will be hosting the Dubai T100. This is a triathlon and is regarded as the world’s fastest-growing one at that. It will take place from November 13th to 16th this year. And the event is being supported by the Dubai Sports Council and the Department of Economy and Tourism. As such, this triathlon will happen during the Dubai Fitness Challenge. This is a month-long city-wide challenge that happens annually in the month of November.

3. Dubai Records Fastest Growing Population

Dubai has recorded the fastest population growth, with residents surpassing four million. Yes, it has added 5,161 residents every week, totalling about 40,03,643. The daily average for the year 2025 shows a population climb of about 567 people per day.

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4. Indian Community Celebrates Oman In Saudi Arabia

The Indian community in Saudi Arabia came together to celebrate Onam. This is a traditional festival from the state of Kerala, and is celebrated with a lot of pomp and show. With the community coming together for unity and inclusivity, there were cultural performances that took place, making this a celebration to remember.

5. Gulf Air Signs Interline Agreement With SpiceJet

Gulf Air has signed an interline agreement with SpiceJet. This partnership will offer the customers of the latter airline access to the expansive network of Gulf Air. This would be across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Central Asia through Bahrain.

So, with these updates laid out for you, we hope you’re able to stay ahead news pieces in the Gulf.

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