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UAE to impose 15 pc corporate tax from January
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is poised to introduce a minimum top-up tax (DMTT) of 15 percent on large multinational enterprises (MNEs) operating in the country. This will be implemented on or…
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Travel advisory: Emirates reveals busiest days to travel this festive season
As the festive season approaching, Emirates Airline has issued a travel advisory for passengers flying in December, urging them to plan ahead due to a significant rise in the number of travellers…
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UAE: Indian expat falls to death from Jebel Jais mountain
In an unfortunate incident, a 32-year-old United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based Indian expatriate recently died after falling from the Jebel Jais mountain in Ras Al Khaimah. The deceased has been identified as Sayant…
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Video: Indian flyer from Dubai held for smuggling gold in undergarments
Customs officials in Delhi arrested an Indian passenger coming from the city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), for allegedly smuggling gold concealed in his undergarments. The accused was intercepted by the officials after his arrival at the Indira…
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Egyptian President’s historic visit to Norway sparks key Middle East talks
Oslo: Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store welcomed Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi to Oslo, marking the first-ever visit by an Egyptian head of state to Norway. Their discussions centered on pressing regional…
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Israeli PM Netanyahu to testify in corruption trial
Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to testify on Tuesday for the first time in his trial for bribery, fraud and breach of trust charges. His testimony will begin in…
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UN says 16 million people need aid in Syria
United Nations: UN humanitarians described the situation in Syria as chaotic and fluid, with more than 16 million people in the country requiring assistance. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian…
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Arab states reaffirm commitment to women’s empowerment
Muscat: Oman hosted a high-level regional meeting on Monday to review progress in implementing the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, nearly 30 years after its adoption, the Lebanon-based UN Economic and…
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US charges former Syrian officials for war crimes
Washington: US federal indictment has charged two former senior Syrian intelligence officials from the regime of former President Bashar al-Assad with “war crimes against Americans and other civilians,” the Department of Justice…
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Hamas calls on Syrian people to unite
Gaza: Hamas on Monday called on the Syrian people to unite. “We call on all components of the Syrian people to unite their ranks, have more national cohesion, and rise above the…
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Syrian militant forces grant amnesty to conscripts
Damascus: Syria’s militant forces that have taken control of Damascus announced a general amnesty for all army personnel conscripted into mandatory service. In a statement, the militant forces’ Military Operations Department declared,…
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Tulsi Gabbard, Trump’s pick for intel chief, meets Senators; supports him on Syria
Washington: Nominated for the powerful position of the Director of National Intelligence, former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard met key Senators on Capitol Hill and supported President-elect Donald Trump’s views on Syria. “I stand…
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Iran not to ‘pay ransom’ to West over nuclear program: 1st Vice Prez Reza Aref
Tehran: Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref affirmed the country’s commitment to negotiations over its nuclear program but firmly rejected any form of “paying a ransom,” according to Iran’s official news…
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52,507 pilgrims allotted to Haj Group Organisers for 2025: Govt
New Delhi: For Haj 2025, the quota of Haj pilgrims earmarked for Haj Group Organisers (HGOs) is 52,507, the Parliament was informed on Monday. The quota of India for Haj 2025 is…
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Amid stricter UAE rules, surge in visa rejections hit Indian travellers to Dubai
Indian travellers aiming to visit Dubai are facing higher visa rejection rates after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently changed its visa rules and implemented stricter requirements for tourist visa applications. Earlier,…
