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Gulf Insider
2 days ago
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Arabia: Customs Seizes Over 1,400 Illegal Items In Ongoing Anti-Smuggling Efforts
Saudi Arabia's customs authorities have reported a total of 1,464 confiscations of illegal items across its land, sea, and air ports as part of ongoing efforts to combat smuggling and protect the community from illicit substances. The seizures included 119 types of drugs, such as hashish, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, Captagon pills, and others. Additionally, customs authorities intercepted 664 prohibited items, as well as 2,531 tobacco products and derivatives. Other confiscations involved 86 types of counterfeit money and 12 varieties of weapons and their accessories. The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA) confirmed its commitment to maintaining tight security over the Kingdom's imports and exports, ensuring the safety of society in collaboration with its partners from related agencies. ZATCA also urged the public to contribute to combating smuggling and protecting both society and the national economy by reporting any related violations.
Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- General
- Qatar Tribune
QR54.9 mn provided to educational assistance: Awqaf
QNA Doha The Zakat Affairs Department at the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs provided educational assistance totaling QAR 54,944,393 during the 2024-2025 academic year. A total of 1,863 students from eligible families in Qatar benefited from the support, which covered various educational levels including private schools, universities, and rehabilitation centers for persons with disabilities. Head of the Zakat Disbursement Section Saeed Hadi Al Marri said that the aid was distributed over the two academic semesters of the current year, based on Sharia-compliant criteria, regulations, and approved mechanisms, ensuring that support reached eligible students officially enrolled in their institutions. He detailed that QR38,122,026 was allocated to cover fees for students in private schools and disability rehabilitation centers, while QR16,822,367 was dedicated to supporting and covering the expenses of university students within Qatar. Al Marri emphasized that the tuition assistance project is one of the department's most important social initiatives, given its role in supporting the educational journey of underprivileged students and enabling them to continue their studies and become active members of society. He concluded by stating that Zakat is a cornerstone of social solidarity and contributes to family and developmental stability, noting that the department continues to receive Zakat funds from contributors year-round through various convenient channels.
Saudi Gazette
3 days ago
- Saudi Gazette
Customs seizes over 1,400 illegal items in ongoing anti-smuggling efforts
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Arabia's customs authorities have reported a total of 1,464 confiscations of illegal items across its land, sea, and air ports as part of ongoing efforts to combat smuggling and protect the community from illicit substances. The seizures included 119 types of drugs, such as hashish, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, Captagon pills, and others. Additionally, customs authorities intercepted 664 prohibited items, as well as 2,531 tobacco products and derivatives. Other confiscations involved 86 types of counterfeit money and 12 varieties of weapons and their accessories. The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA) confirmed its commitment to maintaining tight security over the Kingdom's imports and exports, ensuring the safety of society in collaboration with its partners from related agencies. ZATCA also urged the public to contribute to combating smuggling and protecting both society and the national economy by reporting any related violations.
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Parents seen bringing young children to opposition rally at Dataran Merdeka
KUALA LUMPUR: Several parents were seen bringing their young children to the opposition rally at Dataran Merdeka today. Although the rally was scheduled to begin later in the afternoon, children accompanied by their parents were already present as early as 10.30am. A single mother who declined to be named said she came all the way from Muar, Johor, to support the cause. "I lost my husband in a hit-and-run accident last year and have been receiving RM1,100 from his pension since. "I have two young children aged three and four, and my youngest is autistic," she said, adding that she was having trouble receiving aid from the current administration. She claimed that all requests for aid, be it from the Welfare Department or Zakat, had failed as they said she was receiving a pension. "How can I survive with two young children on such a low income? "I'm not asking for a handout. I just want help in getting my food business operating well so I can take care of my family," she said when met outside a restaurant along Jalan Tun Perak today. Meanwhile, when approached by NSTP reporters, one of the children said he was simply following his father, who was on duty as a member of Pas' volunteer corps, Jabatan Amal. "I don't know much. I'm just following my dad who's on duty here," the child said. Meanwhile, at Masjid Jamek, another rally participant who was seen with a small child claimed he was only there to shop for clothes. When asked if he was aware of the prohibition against bringing young children to the rally at Dataran Merdeka, the man said he planned to return home around noon as he had to go to work. "I won't be bringing my child to Dataran Merdeka later for the rally. I need to go home first because of work. I'll come back in the evening after I'm done," said the man, who lives in Gombak. Police anticipate a turnout of between 10,000 and 15,000 people at today's rally. Participants are set to gather at Masjid Negara, Pasar Seni, Masjid Jamek Sultan Abdul Samad, Masjid Jamek Kampung Baru, and Kompleks Sogo – before converging at Dataran Merdeka. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail said the police would facilitate the assembly. A total of 16 roads will be closed for the rally, which is expected to end after 5.15pm.
Gulf Insider
4 days ago
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Customs Foil Attempt To Smuggle Over 69,000 Captagon Pills At Riyadh Airport
The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has thwarted two separate attempts to smuggle a total of 69,045 Captagon pills into the Kingdom through King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. According to ZATCA, the illicit pills—containing the amphetamine-based drug—were found concealed inside the clothing of two passengers arriving on separate flights. The first smuggling attempt involved 34,588 pills, while 34,457 pills were intercepted in the second case using the same concealment method. The authority emphasized its ongoing efforts to strengthen customs control at all Saudi ports, reaffirming its commitment to combating smuggling in line with its core objective of protecting society from harmful substances and illegal trade. ZATCA urged the public to support national efforts to combat smuggling by reporting suspicious activity through its dedicated security hotline (1910), email (1910@ or international number (+9661910). Reports are treated confidentially, and financial rewards are offered for verified tips.
