Local News
Decision to reduce the telephone rates
Ministry of Communications has issued a decision for a comprehensive revision of tariffs of international calling through fi xed landline phones from Kuwait to about 247 countries and cities. The decision to reduce the rates by more than 15 percent will come into effect on Jan 2, 2017.
Work permit visa renewals, final cancellations exempted
Public Authority for Manpower will suspend all activities, except renewals and final cancellation visa for traveling, at the labor departments in the last 10 days of this month to carry out annual inventory process, reports Al-Anba daily quoting informed sources.
Indian found dead struck by lightning while using cellphone
An Asian driver was found dead in his car in Dasma area possibly because he was struck by lightning while using his mobile phone.
4% Tax on salaries between KD 100 and KD 499
Local banks have affirmed their refusal to provide financial information about their clients without the permission of the latter, reports Arab Times daily quoting informed sources.
Implementing new fuel prices – KD 70 Millions
By lifting the subsidies on fuel, the country has managed to save KD 70 million in its third month since the decision to implement new fuel prices came into effect, reports Annahar daily quoting trusted governmental sources.
Expats Arrested, selling magic love beads in 300 KWD each
Personnel from Criminal Investigation have arrested an unidentified Yemeni for selling magic love beads said to be costing KD 300, reports Al-Shahed daily.
Groom break the finger of bride on honeymoon in Kuwait
A newlywed couple was referred to the Criminal Court by the Public Prosecution after the groom broke the finger of his bride on their honeymoon, reports Al Shahed daily.
IMF hits remittance tax on Expats in Kuwait
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has indicated that imposing tax on expatriates’ remittances and incomes,
