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Kuwait Launches Evening Shifts for Ministries, Government Departments to Improve Public Services

Starting Sunday, January 5, ministries and government departments across Kuwait began implementing an evening shift. According to local media, the ministries and institutions had finalised the selection of employees for the evening shifts in advance, in line with a Cabinet decision aimed at improving the work environment in the government sector. The initiative aims to provide citizens and residents greater flexibility in accessing services and completing transactions by extending service hours to suit varied schedules. The evening shift system, which is expected to enhance employee productivity, limits work to a maximum of 4.5 hours per day, starting no earlier than 3:30 pm. Flexible working hours do not apply to evening shifts, according to the Civil Service Commission (CSC). Sources noted that most government agencies operating on shift systems have designated only a small number of units and employees for evening shifts. The initiative is set to simplify procedures and improve service accessibility, ensuring that government services meet the diverse needs of the public. Kuwaiti competent authorities will monitor the impact of the evening shifts to assess their effectiveness in achieving these goals.

1 year ago

Kuwait hosts first International Chess Festival

The first Kuwait International Chess Festival officially kicked off on Sunday, featuring five exciting tournaments with over 250 participants, including male and female chess masters, ranked players, and young talents from 25 countries. In a press statement, Adel Al-Omairi, Vice President of the Kuwait Mind Sports Association, shared that the festival will host tournaments for Masters, Challengers, and Women, along with two rapid chess tournaments for both adults and juniors. The event is set to run for nine days, concluding on January 13. Al-Omairi noted that the opening day marked the start of the first round in the Master, Challenger, and Women’s tournaments, with one round scheduled each day for the next nine days. He explained that the Rapid Chess Championship will consist of nine rounds, starting with five rounds on January 9, followed by the remaining four rounds on January 10. The Blitz Chess Tournament is scheduled for January 11, with all nine rounds played in a single day. He stressed the importance of hosting such a major event, emphasizing its role in promoting chess among youth and juniors. Al-Omairi expressed confidence in the success of the five tournaments, predicting fierce and high-level competition, given the participation of top-tier […]

1 year ago

Kuwait: MoH sets new prices for supplements, medicines

Minister of Health Dr. Ahmed Al- Awadhi issued a decision to set the prices of 12 nutritional supplements, which will be added to the list of approved nutritional supplement prices. In addition, Al-Awadhi approved the prices of 289 medicines and pharmaceutical products. Article Two of this decision includes amendments to the names of 15 medicines and formulas. Furthermore, the Medical Engineering Department at the Ministry of Health has announced the launching of 14 tenders for supplying equipment and accessories to the Council of Children and Premature Children departments at Mubarak Al-Kabeer Hospital and Jahra Hospital. These tenders include medical laboratory services for the Chest Diseases Hospital and Sabah Hospital. The Medical Engineering Department said all bids must be submitted through its tender box. Bids will remain valid for 90 days from the closing date. Companies wishing to participate must be registered with the Biomedical Engineering Department and entities specialized in the relevant field. Companies must pay the prescribed fees for purchasing tender documents and submit a certificate of support for national labor when participating in the tender process.

1 year ago

Kuwait: Wanted Man Killed in Shootout With Police During Arrest Attempt

A wanted man in Kuwait has been killed in an exchange of fire with police during an arrest attempt, Kuwaiti security authorities said. The Kuwaiti Interior Ministry said after police had specified the place of the wanted person and during the arrest operation, he began shooting at the security personnel, drawing a response from them. The man was injured in the shootout and moved to the hospital where he died later. His weapon was seized, the ministry added. “The security personnel continue to make maximum efforts to pursue and arrest anyone, who tries to undermine the security and stability of the country,” said the ministry, stressing that safety and security of citizens and expatriates is a top priority. The man showed fierce resistance to his arrest and opened fire on the police, who had to return the fire and injured him, a senior security official said. Undersecretary of the Criminal Security Sector at the ministry, Maj. Gen Hamed Al Dawas, told Al Rai newspaper that the offender was transferred to the Farwaniyah Hospital, where he died. The paper quoted security sources as saying that security forces had earlier got information specifying the location of the fugitive in Al Firdous area […]

1 year ago

Suspicious Bag at a Hotel Leads to Drug Haul in Kuwait

A guest at a hotel in Kuwait was arrested on suspicion of possessing a cocktail of drugs after his bag had raised suspicions in the place. It all started when the hotel in the Jahra governorate in north-western Kuwait had stumbled on a suspicious bag belonging to the guest, a Gulf national, and reported about it to police. Upon opening it, the bag was found to contain a narcotic cache of 187 Lyrica pills, 14 pieces of hashish, and five needles containing an unknown substance, likely heroin, ready for use, Al Anba newspaper reported, citing a security source. The suspect was referred to the General Department for Combating Narcotics for questioning. There was no comment from authorities on the report. In recent months, Kuwait has stepped up efforts to combat drug smuggling and trafficking. Last month, the Kuwaiti customs authorities said they had foiled an attempt to smuggle nearly 1.8 million Captagon pills that were stashed inside a furniture shipment. The haul was seized at the Shuwaikh Port, Kuwait Customs said, calling the abortion of the attempt a “new blow” dealt to peddlers of narcotics and illicit substances. It added that while inspecting a furniture container, the customs officials had […]

1 year ago

Kuwait Issues Frost Warning: Temperature To Drop Below 3°C

The Kuwait Meteorological Center has issued a frost warning, with minimum temperatures expected to drop below 3°C in certain areas. This sharp decline could lead to frost formation in agricultural and desert regions. In a statement, the center noted that the warning will be in effect from 1 a.m. to 8 a.m. on Saturday, January 4. On Friday, the daytime weather was cold, with light to moderate northwesterly winds ranging from 8 to 32 km/h and maximum temperatures between 18°C and 20°C. At night, temperatures dropped further, ranging from 6°C to 9°C, with a high chance of frost in agricultural and desert areas. Saturday weather update The Meteorological Department reports that daytime temperatures will remain cold, with variable northwesterly winds between 10 and 32 km/h. Highs are expected to range from 17°C to 19°C. At night, very cold conditions are forecast, with temperatures dropping to between 4°C and 7°C. Frost is likely to develop in certain areas. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions, especially in regions prone to frost.

1 year ago

3 Expat Women Die Of Suffocation In Kuwait

Three Asian domestic workers have died of suffocation resulting from burning coal used for keeping warm at a resthouse in Kuwait. The women’s deaths were discovered by their employer in the Kabd area in Al Jahra governorate. The ambulatory services and the Interior Ministry were notified. Upon arriving at the scene, the paramedics reported that the workers had died, Al Rai newspaper said. Authorities ordered the bodies be referred to the forensic medicine department. Health specialists warn against inhaling smoke resulting from burning coal in a closed place without good ventilation, saying it may lead to death in a short time. Health reports contend that when charcoal is lit, it produces carbon monoxide that has no colour or smell. When inhaled, it affects the brain cells and may cause death within 2-3 minutes. Kuwait, a country of around 4.9 million people mostly foreigners, is set to experience cold weather starting from Friday, according to weather forecasters. The Kuwaiti Meteorological Department forecast a drop in temperatures starting Friday and the weather will generally be cold during the weekend with a chance of frost in agricultural and desert areas. The department director, Dharar Al Ali, said Kuwait is affected by a cold […]

1 year ago

Luxury Watch Thief Gets 2 Years In Jail In Kuwait

A Kuwaiti court has handed down a two-year-jail term to a man charged with fraud after seizing wristwatches allegedly to auction them off online. The defendant, dubbed the “thief of luxury watches”, had been sent to the misdeamenour court charged with stealing more than 40 watches on the pretext of putting them up on auction. More than 40 cases had been filed against him. A lawyer for one victim requested at the court the defendant be given an imprisonment after accusing him of stealing a watch worth KD60,000 ($194,416) from her client. Lawyer Hawra Al Habib presented to the court a note exchanged between the accused and her client confirming that the former had sold the watch, which meant he had actually received the timepiece and sold it, but did not give her client the money. The lawyer warned that fraud has become so rife that people need to be careful. “There is real estate fraud and investment fraud, and even it has extended to tickets for matches taking place in the current Gulf Cup tournament (in Kuwait),” she was quoted by Al Anba newspaper. The lawyer explained that some individuals claim to have tickets and exploit fans’ eagerness to […]

1 year ago

Gulf Air To Operate Nine Flights To Kuwait To Support Bahrain’s National Football Team In Gulf Cup Final

Gulf Air, Bahrain’s national carrier, announced it will operate nine round-trip flights to Kuwait International Airport to transport fans for the Gulf Cup (Khaleeji Zain 26) final against Oman on January 4, 2025, at Jaber Al Ahmad International Stadium. Return flights are scheduled for January 5. The initiative, coordinated with the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), is supported by Gulf Air and private sponsors. Free registration was facilitated through the committee, and additional flights were arranged to meet increased demand. Gulf Air has enhanced its capacity for these flights, improving services including cabin crew, ground staff, and airport handling to ensure smooth travel for fans. The airline expressed appreciation to all contributors and wished Bahrain’s national football team success in securing the Gulf Cup title and returning home victorious.

1 year ago

Emirates Announces Airbus A350 Flights From Dubai To Kuwait And Bahrain

Emirates brings forward Airbus A350 flights to Kuwait and Bahrain Services will start January 8, making them the second and third destinations to be served by the airline’s newest aircraft. Emirates will operate its Airbus A350 on the following services to Kuwait and Bahrain: The three-class aircraft features 312 seats, with 32 Business Class lie-flat seats in a 1-2-1 layout, 21 Premium Economy seats in a 2-3-2 configuration, and 259 Economy Class seats in a 3-3-3 arrangement. Emirates A350 The Emirates A350 operating to both countries boast a suite of features, including high ceilings and wider aisles, new technology touches, faster Wi-Fi, and the latest version of the ice inflight entertainment system. The airline has been serving Kuwait since 1989, and today operates 29 weekly flights and the A350 to Kuwait is the second aircraft type to feature the highly acclaimed Premium Economy cabin and newly configured Business Class seats, following the deployment of the retrofitted Boeing 777 in October 2024. Emirates operates 22 weekly flights to Bahrain, which will now be served with a mix of Boeing 777 and Airbus A350 aircraft.

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