Absher participates in Inaugration of GITEX Dubai 2020

 Absher participates in Inaugration of GITEX Dubai 2020

The Absher Platform,  under the Ministry of Interior pavilion, participated in the Inaugration of the Technology Exhibition.

The Technology exhibition was held at GITEX Dubai 2020.

شاركت اليوم منصة أبشر ضمن جناح وزارة الداخلية في إفتتاح معرض التقنية جيتكس دبي 2020 م.#وزارة_الداخلية_جيتكس_2020#GITEX2020 pic.twitter.com/M5sqIdQhkL

— أبشر (@Absher) December 6, 2020

Saudi Arabian Doctor get US Patent for New technology for Covid-19

Saudi Arabian Doctor get US Patent 

Dr. Hani Abullah Al-Hadrami , a doctor from King Abdul Aziz University was granted a New patent by the US Patent office.

The new technology which was given the Patent, is able to Diagnose & Detect the Covid-19 Virus in record time.

NCB bank offering cash back upto SR200 on Credit card

 Bank Al-Ahli (NCB) is offering a cashback of upto SR200, upon using the Credit card #بطاقة_الأهلي_الإئتمانية for SR10,000 per month.

CLICK HERE to Applying Card and other details.

The annual percentage rate being 39.29%.

HRSD Ministry invites companies to benefit from Compensatory Visa Services

 HRSD Ministry invites companies to benefit from Compensatory Visa Services

Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (HRSD) in Saudi Arabia informed the establishments of Platinum and High Green Nitaqat facilities to take the advantage of compensatory visa service within 12 months of the worker leaving the company.

- The Ministry stated that the compensatory visa service will be granted to Establishments with Platinum and High Green status.

* One final exit visa equal to 2 compensatory visas for the platinum range and

* One compensatory visa for the high green status.

Rules & Conditions:

1- For establishments with less than 250 workers:

The facility is granted a substitute visa for the worker who left permanently:

- The maximum number of visas granted to the facility during the calendar year (January 1 to December 31) is 25 visas.

The visa must be in the same profession as the compensated worker.

The facility must be in the safe range (green low and above) for the previous consecutive 13 weeks.

2. For establishments where the number of workers starts from 250 workers.

The Platinum Domain is awarded

A substitute visa for every worker who left permanently.

The visa must be in the same profession as the compensated worker.

You must have been in the platinum range for the previous 13 consecutive weeks.

The range is awarded (low green, medium green, high green):

A substitute visa for every worker who left permanently and was working in one of the specialized professions.

The visa must be in the same profession as the compensated worker.

The facility must be in the safe range (green low and above) for the previous consecutive 13 weeks.

3- A worker who comes on a compensatory visa is not compensated again for the same establishment in the event (he left or left and did not come back).

4. The grants should not lead to the entity going below the green low band after the compensatory visa is issued.

5- The period of entitlement to the visa is within 6 months of the employee's departure.

6- The establishments that farmers, fishermen and shepherds (in particular) operate do not have compensatory visas.

7. The facility's licenses must be valid depending on the activities and licenses matrix.

8. Eligibility for an alternative visa for final departure is calculated upon visa application.

9. A compensatory visa is granted to the worker whose status (he left permanently or exited and did not return).

10. It is prohibited to submit a new application if there is a current application under the procedure.

11. It is not permitted to request an alternative visa for the final exit of the establishment whose activity is within the activities for which recruitment is prohibited.

12- The establishment does not grant alternative visas upon exit of the workers associated with a contract / support.

13. In the event that the Ministry of Interior refuses to issue a visa, the system considers that the worker has not been compensated for through compensatory visas.

14. When calculating the compensation for employment, it must be from the oldest to the most recent during the period of entitlement to the compensatory visas.

15. In the event that the visa is canceled, the system considers that the worker is not compensated for through compensatory visas.

16. You must ensure that the amount of the required visas is paid before completing the visa application process.

Who owns Maradonas famous "Hand of God" Football Shirt ?

 

Maradonas famous "Hand of God" football shirt is with former England footballer Steve Hodge.

Steve had swapped his English T-Shirt with Diego Maradona after the 1986 World Cup quarter-final.

 The Argentina No 10 shirt is now on display in the National Football Museum in Manchester.

"I have had it for 34 years and have never once tried to sell it," Hodge told BBC Radio Nottingham. "I like having it. It has incredible sentimental value.

https://twitter.com/mrchrishull/status/1332675884231380993

According to a sports memorabilia expert in the US , the value of the shirt is around $2 million.

However, Steve has  has insisted the shirt is not for sale.

Saudi Foreign Minister in Bahrain, to participate in Manama Dialouge

 Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal Bin Farhan, arrived in Bahrain , to participate in the 16th Edition of Manama Dialouge from 04Dec to 06Dec2020

Credits : @KSAMOFA

Fashion Makers Hackathon to be opened by Saudi Ministry of Culture

 Saudi Ministry of Culture had launched the Fashion Incubation Program. The program is designed to uncover, support and promote local creatives and entrepreneurs in the fashion sector.

The program’s first phase is a three-day virtual “fashion hackathon,” is starting today.

As mentioned on the website of MOC, it will see participants split into small groups to “solve some specific challenges in the field within a short period of time.” The winners will be awarded a full funded five-day trip to Milan Fashion Week, and three runners-up will be receiving financial rewards amongst other prizes.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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The second phase is Boot Camp, a 5 day virtual event,  the date for which will be announced in the coming weeks.

The boot camp will help participants to develop their ideas, network, and receive support and guidance from regional and international fashion professionals

The third phase is Baby Sitter, is a longer-term incubator providing participants with the guidance and support, the date will be announced later.

Registrations are ongoing for Phase One fashion hackathon, the 3 day virtual event.

https://engage.moc.gov.sa/fashion_incubation/

Maroor KSA warns against driving on wrong side of road

Maroor KSA has warned  drivers against driving on wrong side of road.

Under the new initiative, the Maroor has cautioned ,against bypassing traffic regulations for the shortening of travel time, which endangers the lives of others.

Reward announced by General Entertaintment Authority of KSA

 Riyadh - General Entertainment Authority (GEA), launched on Wednesday a new initiative called “Ideas for Entertainment”

This is part of GEA’s efforts to boost the entertainment sector in Saudi Arabia.

The Chairman of GEA, Mr.Turki Al-Shiekh urged all Saudis and expatriates who are interested in the entertainment industry to share their ideas and suggestions to make the entertainment sector more attractive. He further said that the best 20 ideas will be rewarded.

Referring to this new initiative, Mr.Turki informed that the ideas must be distinctive and qualitative. The ideas should not be duplicate ones. The ideas should also be worthy to be implemented. A video clip, containing the idea, may be mailed to idea@gea.gov.sa.

Ministry of Hajj & Umrah warns against fake permits

The Ministry of Hajj & Umrah has seized a number of fake permits for Umrah & Ziyarah. It was found that these forged permits were sold to Saudis and expatriates. 

Some people are involved in issuing forged permits to pilgrims who are finding it difficult to get Umrah permits due to the exceeding response for the reservation, making many people wait for several weeks or months, Al-Watan reported.

The Ministry of Hajj has warned Saudis and Expatriates from contacting any agencies claiming that they can issue permits to perform Umrah and pray at the Rawdah Sharif. 

Permits for Umrah & Ziyarah can only be issued through Eatmarna App.

UAE Launches Sarellite to mark its 49th National Day

 To Mark their #49 National Day, the UAE has launched a satellite Falcon Eye into Space.

The UAE has launched the satellite Falcon Eye into the space, from French Guiana Space Center located in SouthAmerica.

(Photo for representation purpose only , Credits: WAM)

Maroor to start Phase - 2 of Automatic Non-complaince within routes

Maroor, Saudi Arabia is going to start Phase -2 of Automatic detection for non-complaince for limits, starting from 09December2020.

The cities included in the drive are

#Taif, #Jizan, # AlBaha, #AlJawf

Last month, a similar rule was announced in Jeddah & Riyadh regions.

Maroor Saudi announces Emergency number for calling during rains

Recently, Maroor Saudi called on the Citizens and Residents to report and accident that take place on the below Emergency Numbers. 

They also informed all motorists to exercise caution while driving in the rain, as it gives the possibility of car slipping of its lanes. 

Number to Submit Traffic Accident reports.

#911 - For the regions of Makkah and Riyadh

#993 - For the rest of Kingdom of SaudiArabia