According to the report received from the National Meteorological Center, the holiday is being given keeping in mind the safety of the students due to the possibility of heavy rains, the Directorate of Education said.
First Published Nov 24, 2022, 10:51 AM IST
Riyadh: In view of the possibility of heavy rain, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia declared a holiday for schools and universities on Thursday. A notification in this regard was issued by the Jeddah Directorate of Education. Educational institutions in Jeddah, Rabigh and Khulais will be closed on Thursday, an official notification said.
According to the report received from the National Meteorological Center, the holiday is being given keeping in mind the safety of the students due to the possibility of heavy rains, the Directorate of Education said. Jeddah-based King Abdulaziz University and the University of Jeddah have taken similar measures.
King Abdulaziz University informed that the alternative dates for the postponed examinations will be announced later. Civil Defense has also warned people to be cautious. The instructions also say to keep a distance from places where rainwater stagnates and valleys.
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University of Oman reacts to video circulating on social media
Muscat: Sultan Qaboos University explained about the video circulating on social media in Oman. In the video circulating, a student is seen dancing and singing from near the university mosque. The university has issued an official explanation after the incident on social media.
A statement issued by the university through social media said that the university would like to express its gratitude and gratitude to all those who expressed their views and inquired about the details of the incident and will investigate the background that led to such an incident. The authorities have informed that action will be taken to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
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Last Updated Nov 24, 2022, 10:51 AM IST
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