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Watch: Burj Khalifa honours India with tricolour on I-Day
Dubai: Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, illuminated with the colours of the Indian tricolour on Friday, August 15, as the nation celebrated its 79th Independence Day. A video released by…
- Middle East
Over 3,600 people convert to Islam in Dubai in 1st half of 2025
Dubai: More than 3,600 people from diverse cultural background converted to Islam in Dubai during the first half of 2025, according to the Mohammed bin Rashid Center for Islamic Culture, part of…
- Middle East
Watch: Indian expat student wins Rs 8 crore in Dubai draw
Dubai: In a remarkable stroke of luck, an 18-year-old Indian expat student based in Dubai has won an astonishing USD one million (Rs 8,75,78,200) in the latest Dubai Duty-Free (DDF) Millennium Millionaire…
- Middle East
Video: Dubai Police impound cars, fines drivers Rs 11L for viral dance stunts
Dubai: Dubai Police have impounded two vehicles after drivers performed dangerous stunts on public roads to gain social media attention. A video shared on X shows one motorist perched on the bonnet…
- Middle East
Emirates to ban power bank use onboard flights from Oct 1
Dubai: Emirates, the Dubai-based airline, announced on Friday, August 8, that passengers will no longer be allowed to use power banks during flights starting from October 1, 2025. While passengers may carry…
- Telangana
Telangana woman ends life to prove fidelity to husband in Dubai
Hyderabad: In Karimnagar district of Telangana, a woman identified as Shravya, 27, reportedly ended her life after facing continuous harassment by her husband, accusing her of disloyalty. A resident of Thadikal in…
- Middle East
Gold prices remain steady in Dubai
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) were steady on Sunday, August 3, with 24-carat gold trading at Dirham 405.25 (Rs 9,627.29) per gram, according to the Dubai Jewellery Group.…
- Sports
Take this – T20 Asia Cup: India to play Pakistan in Dubai
New Delhi: India will clash with Pakistan in Dubai as both teams are placed in Group A for 2025 Men’s T20 Asia Cup set to happen from September 9 to 28 at…
- Middle East
Watch: Sheikh Mohammed boards Etihad Rail from Dubai to Fujairah
Dubai: Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, boarded the Etihad Rail passenger train on Saturday, August 2, for a test…
- Middle East
Watch: Dubai launches first AI-generated ‘Emirati family’
Dubai: In a major stride towards digital transformation, Digital Dubai has launched the first-ever AI-powered Emirati Family, designed to enhance communication and awareness around the city’s digital services. The pioneering initiative positions…
- Middle East
Dubai to offer one hour free parking around mosques during prayer time
Dubai: Worshippers in Dubai will be able to park free of charge for one hour during prayer times at 59 mosques across the emirate, as part of a new smart parking initiative…
- Middle East
Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan promoted to Lieutenant General
Dubai: In a landmark decision, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General. The promotion was announced…
- Middle East
Samira Al Ali becomes 1st woman promoted to brigadier in Dubai Police history
Dubai: In a landmark moment for Dubai Police, Colonel Samira Abdullah Al Ali has been promoted to the rank of Brigadier, becoming the first woman to attain this senior position since the…
- Middle East
‘A surprising moment’: Indian expat wins Rs 23 lakh in UAE Lottery
A Dubai-based Indian expat has won a staggering Dirham 100,000 (Rs 23,55,412) through scratch card game offered by the UAE Lottery. The winner, Gokul Rajeshwaran, bagged the prize after playing the digital…
- Middle East
Hyderabadi woman jailed in Dubai over drug charges; family appeals to MEA for help
Hyderabad: A 23-year-old woman from Hyderabad has been languishing in a Dubai jail after allegedly being duped into carrying a bag containing drugs. Her mother has urged the Ministry of External Affairs…