- Middle East
Dubai’s Jebel Ali hit by seven explosions in 20 minutes: Reports
Dubai: Multiple explosions rocked Dubai’s Jebel Ali industrial zone and port early on Wednesday, August 5, with the cause of the incident remaining unclear. Iran’s Mehr News Agency, citing Emirati officials, reported…
- Middle East
UAE deports Indian fugitive Vishakha Rathod over Rs 88 cr fraud
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has deported Indian fugitive Vishakha Rathod to India in connection with an alleged Rs 88-crore investment fraud case, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) said.…
- Middle East
Hyderabad woman goes missing in Dubai, family seeks help
Hyderabad: A 24-year-old woman from Hyderabad has gone missing in Dubai months after relocating to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for employment, prompting her family to seek police assistance. According to media…
- Middle East
Riyadh Air launches first India route with Mumbai service
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia-based Riyadh Air has commenced its first scheduled service to India, launching daily non-stop flights between Riyadh and Mumbai on Tuesday, August 4. The new route connects King Khalid International…
- Middle East
Desi Bling star denies reports of UAE asset freeze
Dubai-based Indian-origin businessman and Desi Bling star Satish Sanpal has said that no competent enforcement or regulatory authority in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has issued any official announcement or public disclosure…
- Middle East
Indian cargo ship sinks off Yemen’s Hodeidah coast, 14 rescued
An Indian cargo ship sank in the Red Sea after an explosive boat struck the vessel off Yemen’s Hodeidah coast, with all 14 crew members rescued in a joint maritime operation, Yemeni…
- Middle East
Watch: Dubai’s viral robot Bu Sunaidah ‘marries’ Moza
Dubai: Dubai’s AI-powered humanoid robot Bu Sunaidah has unveiled a wedding-themed celebration with fellow robot Moza, drawing widespread attention across social media for its blend of advanced technology and Emirati traditions. The…
- Middle East
Trump says Iran ‘begged’ for talks, warns of ‘total surrender’
US President Donald Trump on Monday, August 3, claimed Iran had privately sought negotiations with Washington while publicly denying any contact, warning that US pressure would continue until Tehran agreed to a…
- World
US used 2,000-pound bomb on Iran family home, killing 3: Report
A United States airstrike on Iran’s Qeshm Island on Thursday, July 30, killed three members of a family and was likely carried out using a 2,000-pound bomb, according to an investigation by…
- Middle East
Saudi travel ban leaves Telangana nurse stranded after accident
Hyderabad: A 36-year-old Telangana nurse is stranded in Saudi Arabia after a road accident left her 87 percent permanently disabled, while a travel ban linked to an outstanding bank loan has prevented…
- Middle East
Iran rejects Trump claim of talks, Hormuz focus remains
Iran on Monday, August 3, denied US President Donald Trump’s claim that negotiations between Washington and Tehran were set to begin, while confirming that discussions with Oman on a temporary shipping arrangement…
- Middle East
Trapped in Iran for a year: Two Indian seafarers plead for help
Two Indian seafarers have allegedly been stranded aboard a vessel at Iran’s Port Bushehr for nearly a year without salaries, electricity, adequate food or water, prompting the Forward Seamen Union of India…
- Middle East
UAE urged Trump to take decisive action on Iran: Report
Washington: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) urged US President Donald Trump to take more decisive action against Iran, while Saudi Arabia pressed for diplomacy to ease regional tensions, The Wall Street Journal…
- Middle East
Vishwesh Negi named India’s next ambassador to Iran
New Delhi: The Government of India has appointed Vishwesh Negi as the next Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Monday, August 3. Negi,…
- Middle East
UAE freezes assets of Desi Bling star Satish Sanpal
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates’ Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has reportedly directed banks, financial institutions and virtual asset service providers (VASPs) to temporarily freeze assets linked to 41-year-old Dubai-based Indian-origin businessman…
