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Crackdown on begging: 33 arrested by Dubai Police during Ramzan
Dubai Police have arrested 33 beggars of various nationalities in the first ten days of Ramzan, as part of their annual anti-begging campaign under the slogan “A Conscious Society, Free of Beggars.”…
- Middle East
Dubai: Indian expat honoured by police for saving 5 lives during 2024 floods
An Indian expatriate has been honoured by Dubai Police for his heroic act of saving five lives during the unprecedented floods that struck the city in 2024. On 16 April 2024, Shahvez…
- Middle East
Eid Al-Fitr 2025: UAE residents may get up to 5 days off
Residents in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) can expect up to five days of holidays for Eid Al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramzan 1446–2025. The official duration of…
- Middle East
Dubai: Indian consulate denies issuing advisory on UAE firms
Dubai: The Consulate General of India (CGI) in Dubai on Thursday, March 13, denied issuing a warning to Indian exporters regarding United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based companies. The clarification comes after an article…
- Middle East
Dubai’s 2-year work visa: Process, requirements and updates
Dubai has updated its 2-year employment visa process, making it more efficient for expatriates seeking job opportunities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). According to multiple media reports, these updates streamline AI-driven…
- Middle East
Video: Dubai’s iconic mosques lit up for Ramzan
Four of Dubai’s most iconic mosques are illuminated with stunning light projections for Ramzan, creating a mesmerising spectacle for residents and visitors alike. The illuminated mosques include: Jumeirah Grand Mosque Al Khawaneej…
- Middle East
Watch: Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma spotted at Dubai’s Al Seef
Dubai: Indian cricket star Virat Kohli and his wife, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma, were recently seen at Al Seef in Dubai. A viral Instagram video shows the couple preparing for a shoot.…
- Middle East
Dubai’s Global Village offers instant prizes for 10,000 steps during Ramzan
The United Arab Emirates entertainment entity, Global Village in Dubai, kicks off the Ramzan Step Challenge programme for Season 29, providing a unique opportunity for guests to stay active while seamlessly enjoying…
- Sports
Bracewell to lead New Zealand for Pakistan T20Is
Auckland: Michael Bracewell will captain New Zealand for the first time on home soil in the upcoming five-game T20I series against Pakistan, starting at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on March 16. Bracewell…
- Middle East
UAE extends school registration for academic year 2025-2026
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Education (MoE) has announced a one-week extension to the registration period for students enrolling in public schools for the 2025-2026 academic year. This…
- Middle East
Dubai-based Indian businessman donates over Rs 2 crore for kidney patients
Dubai: The Dubai Charity Association has received a generous donation exceeding 1 million Dirhams (Rs 2,37,28,930) from Dubai-based Indian businessman Firoz Merchant, founder and chairman of Dubai’s Pure Gold Group, to support…
- Middle East
Dubai launches region’s first ‘Drive-Thru’ lab
Dubai Municipality has launched the region’s first drive-thru laboratory service. The pioneering initiative by the Dubai Central Laboratory Department is designed to revolutionise the submission and processing of laboratory samples, equipment, and electromechanical devices. Also…
- Middle East
Dubai launches luxury limousine, chauffer service
Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has launched luxury limousine and chauffer rental service aiming to enhance the city’s transport services. This initiative aligns with the introduction of the…
- Hyderabad
Gold import from Dubai to India: Limits, costs and how much you save
As of March 8, the prices of gold differed considerably among various markets. In Dubai, gold was quoted at around Dh 3510 per 10 gram, and that is approximately 83,251.51. This was…
- Sports
Champions Trophy 2025: India to face New Zealand in final battle for glory
Lahore: New Zealand will now face former champions India in the final on Sunday in Dubai. Wednesday’s semifinal marked the end of Champions Trophy matches in Pakistan. Chasing 363 for a win,…
