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Total lunar eclipse 2025: Blood Moon lights up Saudi Arabia, UAE skies
A rare total lunar eclipse, widely known as a “blood moon,” lit up the skies over Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and several Arab countries on Sunday night, September 7,…
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Total lunar eclipse tonight: Timings for Saudi Arabia and UAE
A rare total lunar eclipse will be visible on Sunday, September 7, across Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and much of the Arab world. The celestial event, often called a…
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UAE deports Indian fugitive wanted in Rs 2,300 crore betting fraud case
New Delhi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has deported Indian national Harshit Babulal Jain, the prime accused in a Rs 2,300 crore fraud involving illegal betting and money laundering, the Central Bureau…
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UAE: Indian technician wins Rs 35.97 cr in Big Ticket jackpot
Abu Dhabi: A 30-year-old United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based Indian expat has become a crorepati overnight after winning the Dh 15 million (Rs 35,97,89,700) Big Ticket Abu Dhabi jackpot. The winner, Sandeep Kumar…
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Roblox announces safety rules for children in UAE
Abu Dhabi: The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has announced a joint initiative with Roblox to strengthen online safety standards for children in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). In a…
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Deepak Mittal named India’s next Ambassador to UAE
New Delhi: Seasoned diplomat Deepak Mittal was on Tuesday appointed as India’s next ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Mittal, a 1998-batch Indian Foreign Service officer, is currently serving as an…
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UAE jobs: Apple hiring for new roles
Dreaming of a career in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with one of the world’s most valuable companies? Here’s your chance to make it a reality. US technology giant Apple on Monday,…
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UAE set to manage Islamabad airport
Abu Dhabi: Pakistan’s government has approved the transfer of operations at Islamabad International Airport to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), in a move aimed at boosting efficiency and improving passenger services. The…
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Watch: UAE opens Gaza water pipeline
Gaza Strip: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has opened a 7.5-kilometre pipeline carrying desalinated water from Rafah in Egypt into southern Gaza, delivering relief to families struggling with extreme shortages. Built under…
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Prophet Muhammad’s birthday: UAE announces holiday for private sector
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced Friday, September 5, as a paid holiday for all private sector employees to mark the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The announcement,…
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UAE to start Rabi Ul Awwal on Aug 25, Saudi Arabia begins today
Abu Dhabi: The crescent moon of Rabi Ul Awwal was not sighted in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Saturday, August 23, the International Astronomy Center (IAC) in the country announced on…
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UAE, Saudi gold prices edge higher amid Fed rate cut hopes
Dubai: Gold prices in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia increased during the week of Sunday, August 17, to Saturday, August 23, reflecting global market movements and expectations of a…
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UAE MoE denies social media claims on school hours
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Education (MoE) has denied social media rumours about changes to school hours, confirming that official timings remain the same for the 2025–2026 academic…
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Spinneys to open in Kuwait with 10 new outlets
Dubai: Premium United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based fresh food retailer Spinneys announced on Friday, August 22, its expansion into Kuwait through a strategic joint venture with Alshaya Group, one of the world’s leading…
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UAE extradites two fugitives to France, Belgium
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has extradited two international fugitives to France and Belgium following their arrest in Dubai, the Ministry of Interior (MoI) announced on Friday, August 22. The…
