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Saudi Arabia arrests over 18k illegal immigrants in week-long crackdown
In a significant development, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) Ministry of Interior has announced the arrest of 18,489 people for various violations, including residency, labour laws, and border security during mass…
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Punjab: Dubai-returned groom duped, bride goes ‘missing’ before wedding
Chandigarh: A Dubai-returned groom and his entourage of 150 ‘baraatis’ were shocked when they arrived in Moga, Punjab, only to find his bride “missing” and that the wedding venue did not exist.…
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Syrian rebels capture Daraa, marking 4th city lost in a week; pressure mounting on Assad
In a significant development of the ongoing war in Syria, opposition rebels have captured the southern city of Daraa, marking the fourth city to fall into their hands within a week. This…
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UAE residents and royals unite in prayer for rain across the nation
United Arab Emirates (UAE) citizens and residents united in mosques across the country on Saturday at 11 am and performed Salat Al Istisqa, the special prayer for rain, following the request of…
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UAE-India Travel: Official warns of soaring airfares without more flights
The UAE’s ambassador to India, Abdulnasser Alshaali, has raised concerns about the rising airfares between both nations, emphasising the immediate need for increased flight capacity to meet soaring demand. In an interview…
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Watch: ‘How safe is Dubai?’ Influencers leave gold, valuables in public
An influencer’s recent reel has sparked conversations about the safety of Dubai, as it features her leaving a set of heavy gold ornaments near a busy pavement for nearly half an hour…
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Bangladeshi expat wins BMW in UAE Big Ticket Draw, chooses cash for family
In one of the latest editions of the Big Ticket draw held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a 39-year-old Bangladeshi expatriate, Harun Rashid, won a luxurious BMW 840i. Rashid, currently working…
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Leave at the earliest: Indian govt to citizens in Syria amid escalating tensions
In response to the rapidly deteriorating security situation in Syria, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued an urgent advisory encouraging Indian nationals to leave the country as soon as…
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Jordan, Lebanon secure borders as Syrian conflict escalates
Jordan has announced the closure of the Jaber border crossing with Syria due to escalating security concerns amid intensified clashes in southern Syria. Interior Minister Mazen Farrayah stated that while Jordanian citizens…
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India issues travel advisory for its citizens in violence-hit Syria
New Delhi: India on Friday issued an advisory urging all its citizens to avoid travelling to Syria in the wake of the violence and unrest in the Middle eastern country. “In view…
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Syria: Rebels celebrate Hama takeover by toppling Hafez al-Assad’s statue
Syrian rebels celebrated another victory in Hama city by toppling a giant statue of former president Hafez al-Assad amid jubilant crowds. This event took place on Thursday 5, after the rebels seized…
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Israeli air force kills three senior Hamas commanders in Gaza: IDF
Jerusalem: The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Israel Security Agency (ISA) announced on Friday the killing of three senior Hamas commanders in airstrikes carried out in the Gaza Strip this week.…
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Dubai launches AI radars to detect traffic violations
Dubai is making significant strides to improve road safety by using advanced radar systems that can identify several traffic offences. Manufactured by KTC International Co Ltd, these advanced automatic radars include an…
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Watch: Uber launches first int’l driverless taxi service in Abu Dhabi
San Francisco-based Uber has officially deployed its first International robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi in partnership with China’s WeRide. This marks a significant milestone as it is the first time Uber has…
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Israeli bombardments kill 15 Palestinians in Gaza
At least 15 Palestinians were killed in an Israeli airstrike on the northern Gaza Strip, Palestinian sources said. Israeli warplanes targeted a residential house in the town of Beit Lahia, according to…
