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Dubai ruler launches int’l programme to develop govt directors
Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Wednesday launched the International Programme for Government Directors to train and qualify…
- Middle East
UAE announces expansion of Emiratisation targets, fines for pvt sector firms
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) on Tuesday announced the expansion of its Emiratisation programme in the private sector. The new plan will now…
- Middle East
UAE driving license: ‘One-day test’ launched
Abu Dhabi: To make getting a driver’s license easier and faster, Sharjah Police General Command’s Vehicles and Drivers Licensing Department has launched a ‘One-Day Test’ initiative. The new initiative, which launched on…
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Here are the UAE social media rules you must know, fine up to Rs 2 cr
Abu Dhabi: In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), it is important for users of social media to abide by the rules and restrictions established by the local government and the provisions of…
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Flydubai flights between UAE, north India unaffected by heavy rains
Abu Dhabi: Dubai-based airline, flydubai’s flights to and from several states in north India were unaffected by heavy rainfall since Saturday, June 8, local media reported. “Our flights are operating on schedule,”…
- Middle East
New Islamic Year 1445: UAE announces holiday for public sector employees
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a holiday on July 21 to mark the beginning of the New Islamic Year 1445 AH (Anno Hegirae in Latin or “in the…
- Middle East
PM Narendra Modi to visit UAE on his return journey from France
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Abu Dhabi on July 15 during which he will hold wide-ranging talks with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab…
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UAE, Azerbaijan introduce visa-free travel
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Azerbaijan have agreed to a mutual visa exemption, allowing their citizens to travel freely between the two countries. The agreement which came into effect on July…
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Dubai Court launches first inheritance department for non-Muslims
Abu Dhabi: Dubai Courts has established its first inheritance department for non-Muslims residing in the emirates, the Dubai Media Office (DMO) reported. This development allows non-Muslims to prepare and implement their will according…
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New traffic laws in Dubai: Here’s everything you need to know
Abu Dhabi: Dubai police launched an awareness campaign of Decree No (30) of 2023 amending some articles of Decree No (29) of 2015 concerning the impoundment of vehicles in the emirate of…
- Middle East
UAE plans to employ AI in various fields to accelerate digital transformation
Dubai: The UAE is committed to embracing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions and tools across various sectors to accelerate the country’s digital transformation, said Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, the country’s Minister of…
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UAE opens field hospital for Sudanese refugees in Chad
Abu Dhabi: Under the directives of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, the UAE has built a field hospital in the Chadian city of Amdjarass to support Sudanese refugees. The…
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Dubai Smart Police Stations set new record with 65K transactions in H1 2023
Abu Dhabi: The Dubai Police has revealed figures on smart transactions carried out during the first half of 2023 at its 22 smart police stations located across different areas in the emirate…
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Travel agents in UAE predict drop in airfares in coming weeks
Abu Dhabi: During the summer season airfares are high due to people travelling to the home or new destinations. Travel agents in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) suggest that airfares may drop…
- Middle East
UAE private sector hiring surges for 14th consecutive month
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) job market sees the 14th consecutive month of growth in June, driven by non-oil sectors’ acceleration, according to S&P Global UAE Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI),…
