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Abu Dhabi BAPS Hindu Mandir to celebrate first anniversary
Abu Dhabi: The Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, the first traditional Hindu stone temple in the Middle East, is set to celebrate its first ‘Patotsav’ –…
- Middle East
Shaaban crescent sighted: Ramzan 2025 only one month away in UAE
The first day of Shaaban 1446 AH (Anno Hegirae in Latin or “in the year of the Hijra”) – 2025 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will begin on Friday, January 31,…
- Middle East
Expats can now become teachers in Abu Dhabi through ‘Kon Moallim’ initiative
The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) launched an innovative program which enables professionals with various backgrounds to pursue teaching careers. Among its first-ever educational initiatives the United Arab Emirates…
- Middle East
Dubai-Abu Dhabi in 30 minutes: Etihad Rail announces new high-speed train
In a landmark development, Etihad Rail announced on Thursday, January 23, a high-speed passenger train service connecting Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The service will reduce travel time between the two emirates to…
- Telangana
UAE: Telugu NRI student wins Shaikh Zayed award for air quality innovation
A 15-year-old NRI Telugu student Monica Akkineni has made her mark on the global stage by winning the prestigious Shaikh Zayed Sustainability Award in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Monica Akkineni, a…
- Middle East
Abu Dhabi ranked world’s safest city for 9th consecutive year
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) capital has again clinched the title of the safest city in the world on Numbeo’s list of Global Safest Cities in 2025. This is the ninth consecutive…
- Middle East
Former Indian resident in Dubai wins Rs 2 cr in Big Ticket draw
A 60-year-old former Indian resident in Dubai won a staggering Dirham one million (Rs 2,35,74,290) in the latest Big Ticket electronic draw. The winner, Sundar Marakala, bagged the grand prize after buying ticket…
- Middle East
Abu Dhabi renames key road to mark 3rd anniversary of Houthi attack
Abu Dhabi: In a symbolic move, the Department of Municipalities and Transport in Abu Dhabi announced on Friday, January 17, the renaming of Al Asayil Street in Khalifa City to Al Nakhwah…
- Middle East
UAE launches world’s first renewable energy facility for 24/7 power
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched the world’s first large-scale, 24/7 gigascale renewable energy facility, combining solar power and advanced battery storage in Abu Dhabi. The milestone project was announced by…
- Middle East
Watch: Coldplay’s Chris Martin helps couple with gender reveal at Abu Dhabi concert
British rock band Coldplay’s recent concert at Zayed Sports City Stadium in Abu Dhabi turned into an unforgettable night for one lucky couple, as lead singer Chris Martin assisted them with a…
- Middle East
Indian accountant wins Rs 2.34 crore in Big Ticket draw after trying for 5 yrs
A Saudi Arabia-based Indian expat from Kerala has won a staggering Dirham one million (Rs 2,34,67,320) in the latest Big Ticket Abu Dhabi draw. The winner, Abdullah Sulaiman, secured the grand prize…
- Middle East
Abu Dhabi announces new remote working rules from April 1
Abu Dhabi: The Registration Authority (RA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) announced on Thursday, January 9, new rules allowing remote hiring and more flexible working arrangements, effective April 1, 2025. The decision…
- Middle East
UAE lifts partial ban on individual drone use
If you have been looking forward to taking your drone for a ride in the skies of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), there’s good news for you. The UAE has lifted its…
- Middle East
Coldplay in Abu Dhabi: Entry timings, free buses from Dubai & more
British rock band Cold Play is all set to perform much-anticipated four of the largest open-air concerts in the history of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with an estimated 160,000 attendees. The…
- Middle East
UAE: Coldest temperature of 2.2 degree Celsius recorded, sees frost formation
The mountains of Jebel Jais in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates (UAE), on Friday, January 3, recorded the coldest temperature of 2.2 degrees Celsius at 6:45 am. Taking to X, the…
