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Ganpati Celebrations In Dubai To Khareef Dhofar Visitor Record; 5 GCC Updates for You

We have enlisted a few important updates from the GCC that you will want to know if you also like to stay ahead of the news.

by Anupriya Mishra
Ganpati Celebrations In Dubai To Khareef Dhofar Visitor Record; 5 GCC Updates for You

Keeping up with the news updates from the GCC region can be quite difficult. To ensure that you are never left behind on these updates, we have made a list, especially for you. Yes, we have enlisted a few important updates from the GCC that you will want to know if you also like to stay ahead of the news.

GCC Updates

1. Riyadh Air To Introduce 787-9 Aircraft Soon

Riyadh Air recently shared pictures of its aircraft in the hangar. Yes, getting ready with its iconic library, it announced how its first 787-9 aircraft is nearly set to roll off the assembly line soon.

2. The 5th Dubai PodFest Date Announced

The dates for the fifth edition of Dubai PodFest have been announced. Yes, this will kick off on September 30th, 2025. It is expected to be organised by the Dubai Press Club and will bring together prominent podcasters. Not to mention, media organisations and leading platforms, which specialise in audio content creation, will also be present.

3. Al-Namas International Sculpture Symposium 2025 Concludes

This symposium concluded with the introduction of new public artworks. Yes, the third edition concluded in the Aseer region, and it was organised by the Al-Namas Municipality. These artworks featured abstract and symbolic styles and even reflected the unique landscape of the Sarawat mountains. The sculptures will be displayed at the event site for two months before they are moved to public parks and facilities.

4. Khareef Dhofar Visitors Exceed 8,00,000

The visitors for Khareef Dhofar exceeded by over 2% as compared to the previous year. This was for the period from June 21 to August 15. It reached approximately 8,27,115. This marks a 2.1% increase compared to the same period in 2024.

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5. 1Ganesh Celebrations In Dubai

It is expected that Dubai will get the UAE’s first 18-foot-tall Ganpati. Called Mannat ka Raja, this is expected to come at Al Nassr Leisureland. However, the auspicious start has been delayed as per the latest updates, and it will be revealed soon. But although the fate of this event remains unknown, it’s worth mentioning that residents in Karama have been celebrating the aagaman of Bappa. Yes, with street lit up, and some welcoming Lord Ganesha in their homes, social media is abuzz with such heartwarming videos!

While you’re at it, don’t forget to stay tuned to the space for more details regarding updates from the GCC region

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First Published: August 27, 2025 3:24 PM