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UAE: Dubai RTA to launch 4 new metro link bus routes; check details
As part of the improvement of the public transportation services, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is set to start four new metro-linking bus routes starting on August 30 2024.…
- Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Two arrested in Rs 175 cr scam linked to Dubai-based racket
Hyderabad: The Cyber Security Bureau of Telangana police has arrested two individuals, Mohammed Shoeb Tauqeer and Mahmood Bin Ahmed Bawazir, for their involvement in a Rs 175 crore scam. A case was…
- Middle East
American influencer jailed for 3 months for assaulting Dubai police
A 24-year-old American social media influencer and his brother have been sentenced to three months in jail in Dubai for allegedly assaulting police officers while intoxicated, officials told AFP on Thursday, August…
- Middle East
Watch: UAE’s longest mountain trail now open for biking
Dubai Municipality (DM) announced on Thursday, August 22, that work on the UAE’s longest mountain biking trail Hatta has been completed. The 86 kilometers trails in Hatta feature 21 cycling routes spanning…
- Middle East
Dubai airport expects 3.4 million passengers over next 13 days
Dubai: As residents return from their summer vacation, Dubai International Airport (DXB), the world’s busiest for international travel, is getting ready to welcome 3.43 million guests over the next 13-day period. As many as 264,000…
- Middle East
Watch: Dubai builds 20 AC rest areas for delivery riders
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai has constructed 20 air-conditioned rest areas for delivery riders across the city. The initiative is part of RTA’s efforts that aim to enhance the working…
- Middle East
Dubai court allows salaries to be paid in cryptocurrency
Dubai: In a landmark ruling, the Dubai Court of First Instance has said that salary payments can be made in cryptocurrency as valid under United Arab Emirates (UAE) employment contracts. The ruling,…
- India
Court grants Dubai-based pilot’s minor children’s interim custody to his wife
New Delhi: A family court at Saket has recently granted interim custody to their mother. Children are with their father who is a pilot in Dubai. The woman had approached the court…
- Middle East
Adhar Beverages Announces Strategic Investment in Company from Dubai-based Entity
Adhar Beverages Private Limited, one of India’s fastest-growing beverage companies, renowned for their innovative products like 3Sisters Non-alcoholic beers, Aruba Mocktails, Jerk Energy Drink, and the recently launched 3Sisters Indie-Sodas, has embarked…
- Middle East
Dubai to launch four-day work week trial this summer
In a significant move, Dubai is set to enforce a four-day working week trial for government employees this summer. The “Our Summer is Flexible” initiative will begin on August 12 and run…
- Middle East
UAE startup to launch commercial Air Taxi in Dubai by 2025
A leading electric aviation startup, Joby Aviation Inc., has unveiled plans to begin commercial services for its battery-powered air taxis by late 2025 in Dubai. The announcement was made by the company’s…
- Middle East
UAE’s real estate sector on upward trajectory in H1 2024
The UAE’s real estate sector continued to thrive and attract investment during the first half of 2024, supported by the country’s economic and financial stability, and the launch of new world-class projects…
- India
SpiceJet passengers got stranded at Dubai after flight cancellations
Mumbai: Hundreds of SpiceJet passengers were stranded at the Dubai airport on Wednesday after flights were cancelled due to issues related to non-payment of dues to the airport authority, according to a…
- Middle East
Dubai Airports opens new luggage facility at Terminal 2
Dubai Airport has introduced a new facility combining Left Luggage and Mishandled Baggage services, to enhance the guest experience at Dubai International’s (DXB) Terminal 2. Now open, the Baggage Service Centre is…
- Middle East
Two marine transport lines to serve Dubai Creek Harbour
Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has developed two marine transport lines to serve the residential areas of Dubai Creek Harbour (Creek Harbour Station). The first line operates between Dubai Creek…