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Watch: Indian expat set to fulfil dream of owning home after Rs 12 cr win in UAE Lottery
Abu Dhabi: An Indian expat is set to fulfil his long-held dream of owning a home after recently winning Dirham 5 million (Rs 12,38,34,800) in the UAE Lottery. Murugananth Govinthan, a 42-year-old…
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UAE targets unlicensed maid agencies, 12 firms closed
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has closed 12 offices involved in recruiting domestic workers without the required licences, referring the cases to the Public Prosecution in…
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Telangana man dies in UAE, body held up for 16 hours at Hyderabad airport
Hyderabad: The mortal remains of a Telangana expatriate, who died in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), were handed over to his family nearly 16 hours after arrival at the Rajiv Gandhi International…
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Eid Al-Fitr 2026: UAE private sector to get 3-day holiday
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday, February 23, announced Eid Al-Fitr 2026 holiday dates for private sector employees across the country. According to an announcement from the Ministry of…
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Saudi Crown Prince sent complaint letter to UAE over Sudan, Yemen: Report
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has sent a complaint letter to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) aising concerns over Abu Dhabi’s role in the conflicts in Sudan and Yemen, according…
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UAE has done everything Israel has asked and more: US Senator
Tel Aviv: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has done “everything Israel has asked and more”, US Senator Lindsey Graham said, conveying Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s appreciation for Abu Dhabi’s support and…
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Renowned UAE-based Indian photographer Ramesh Shukla passes away
Abu Dhabi: Renowned United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based Indian photographer Ramesh Shukla, widely regarded as the man who visually chronicled the early history of the Emirates, passed away on Sunday, February 15. He…
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Sharjah: Indian toddler visiting expat father dies after being hit by car
Sharjah: A two-year-old Indian boy who was in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on a visitor visa to meet his expat father has died after being hit by a car outside his…
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UAE clarifies Foundation Stage admission age under new cut-off
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Education (MoE) has clarified the age requirements for children seeking admission to the Foundation Stage in private schools offering the British curriculum, effective from…
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UAE announces Ramzan 2026 working hours for private sector
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced on Thursday, February 12, the official working hours for private-sector employees during the holy month of Ramzan 1447 AH/2026. In a circular issued on…
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Hiring help online? UAE shuts 230 illegal domestic worker recruitment accounts
Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has shut down 230 social media accounts over the past year for illegally promoting domestic worker recruitment services in the United Arab…
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Ramzan 2026: UAE announces reduced working hours for public sector employees
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Wednesday, February 11, announced reduced working hours for public sector employees during the holy month of Ramzan 1447 AH/2026. In a post on X,…
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New Year’s Eve 2026 in Dubai: 48 fireworks shows planned across 40 locations
Dubai: Dubai will welcome the New Year 2026 with its largest-ever fireworks programme, staging 48 displays across 40 locations on Wednesday night, December 31, under a citywide safety and transport operation led…
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Saudi-led Coalition clarifies Mukalla weapons shipment after UAE denial
Riyadh: The Saudi-led Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen has issued clarifications regarding the arrival of two vessels at Yemen’s Mukalla port, following a statement by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs…
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Saudi Cabinet hopes UAE will halt military, financial support to STC
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia’s Cabinet said on Tuesday, December 30, that it hopes the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will halt any military or financial support to Yemen’s Southern Transitional Council (STC). The Cabinet…