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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Baseer Ali: I got to celebrate Eid with my family this time, which is wonderful
, also known as Bakri Eid, is being celebrated across the country today with joy, prayer, and family gatherings. The festival, which commemorates the spirit of devotion, holds special meaning this year for actor Baseer Ali, who celebrated it surrounded by loved ones before bidding them goodbye. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The Kundali Bhagya actor shared his emotional connection to this year's celebration as his family, who had been staying in India for the past two years, prepares to return to Canada. 'My family from Canada was here for two years, and initially for a year or more I was busy shooting for the show Kundali Bhagya,' Baseer said. 'But when the show went off air in December last year, I got to spend time with them a lot more. I had my parents, brother, his wife and their kids who had come over. I got to celebrate Eid with them this time, which is wonderful.' Baseer emphasised how rare and meaningful such moments are. He shared, 'It's rare when I get this opportunity, especially with the kids. While they will be going back soon, I will miss them, and I'm glad I got to celebrate this Eid with them. I will keep the memories with me.' While he has been happy spending time with family, he's looking forward to returning to some exciting projects. Baseer said, 'I'm looking forward to my next project and show, which is good, I don't want to take up something just for the sake of it.'
Leaders
3 days ago
- Health
- Leaders
SDAIA President Reviews Smart Makkah Center Operations to Enhance Pilgrim Services
Dr. Abdullah Alghamdi, President of the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), conducted an inspection of the Smart Makkah Operations Center (SMART MOC) yesterday. The center is a vital component in enhancing the Hajj ecosystem and plays a key role in facilitating coordination among government agencies dedicated to serving pilgrims. It also significantly boosts crowd management and security operations across the holy sites. During his visit, Dr. Alghamdi reviewed the center's advanced operational systems, including the Baseer platform, a joint initiative between SDAIA and the Ministry of Interior. He also assessed its artificial intelligence capabilities and the efficiency of its real-time data analysis A of Interior. These systems provide intelligent analytics for surveillance camera feeds, enabling accurate, real-time field monitoring and large-scale data analysis to support timely decisions and improve overall security performance. Dr. Alghamdi commended the efforts of the SMART MOC teams and encouraged them to continue striving for excellence. He highlighted the critical role they play in delivering a world-class digital experience for pilgrims, aligning with the Kingdom's leadership vision to ensure that all pilgrims can perform their rituals safely, smoothly, and with the highest quality of service during the Hajj season. Related Topics: SFDA, SDAIA Sign MoU to Boost Data, AI Collaboration Saudi Interior Min.: Tourism Companies Deceive Pilgrims, Encourage Hajj Violations Riyadh Global Health Exhibition to Bring Together Int'nal Healthcare Experts Intensive Preparations for Smooth, Safe Hajj Season: Mecca Deputy Governor New Chapter Unfolded: Saudi Arabia Launches Electronic Intensive Care Unit Short link : Post Views: 13
Arab News
26-03-2025
- Arab News
Saudi AI chief reviews crowd management tech in Makkah
RIYADH: Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority President Abdullah Al-Ghamdi has visited the Grand Mosque Operations Center in Makkah, the Saudi Press Agency reported. He met the director of Public Security and chairman of the Hajj Security Committee, Lt. Gen. Mohammed Al-Bassami, along with several security officials and Saudi programmers from the authority working at the center. Al-Ghamdi reviewed the operations of the Baseer platform, developed by the authority in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior, represented by Public Security. The platform uses computer vision and AI to monitor and analyze the movement of visitors to the Grand Mosque, ensuring smooth crowd management and assisting in locating missing persons. He also reviewed the Sawaher platform, designed to enhance the safety of the Grand Mosque, contributing to a secure and smart environment that facilitates worshippers and Umrah performers in performing their rituals seamlessly. Al-Ghamdi also visited the Highway Security Center in Al-Shumaisi, where he was briefed on the Banan device, which enhances identity verification using biometric features. He observed the center's operations, the command room and the advanced technology used in the Saudi Lucid vehicle, which is equipped with AI tools.
Arab News
11-03-2025
- Business
- Arab News
AI helps manage crowds at Grand Mosque in Makkah
RIYADH: The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority has ramped up its support for government agencies providing digital services to Umrah performers during Ramadan, as the Two Holy Mosques experience high volumes of visitors. These initiatives align with directives from King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed to enhance services for pilgrims. SDAIA has ensured the technical readiness of all entry points to Saudi Arabia — air, sea, and land borders — by deploying a national team working around the clock with relevant authorities. This team maintains primary and backup communication systems to guarantee uninterrupted service for Umrah visitors. A key development in crowd management is the Baseer platform, launched in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior's General Security Directorate. This advanced computer vision system uses AI to monitor and analyze visitor movement within the Grand Mosque, including crowd tracking, detecting counter-directional movement, and assisting in locating missing persons. SDAIA has also established a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Interior's Special Forces for Hajj and Umrah Security to develop algorithms that improve services at both the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque. In a recent initiative with the Civil Aviation Authority and Ministry of Interior, SDAIA has implemented 70 AI-powered electronic gates at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. These gates streamline the entry process for Umrah performers and visitors, ensuring both security and convenience while enhancing the overall visitor experience.
