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UAE flights: Wizz Air launches special fares starting from Dh129
Abu Dhabi: UAE low-cost carrier Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, has introduced special fares for selected countries during the summer to meet the increase in demand from travellers. You can now book tickets to…
- Middle East
UAE consulate in Hyderabad to be inaugurated on June 14
Hyderabad: In a major relief to visa applicants, United Arab Emirates (UAE) is going to inaugurate a consulate office in Hyderabad. Though the consulate office located in Banjara Hills began its operation…
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UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi introduces his space ‘friend’
United Arab Emirates (UAE) astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi, on Wednesday, introduced his friend who has been keeping him company during his six-month space mission. Taking to Twitter, Al Neyadi shared two photos,…
- Middle East
UAE astronaut shares image of UAE, Oman from 400 km above earth
United Arab Emirates (UAE) astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi shared a picture of UAE and Oman, which he took from the International Space Station (ISS) at an altitude of 400 kilometers above the…
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NASA spots crash site of lander that carried UAE’s Rashid Rover
NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO), has spotted a resting place of Japan’s ispace’s Hakuto-R Mission 1 lunar lander, which was carrying the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Rashid Rover to the moon. The mission…
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UAE: 7 Indians rescued after pleasure boats capsize in Khor Fakkan
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) coast guard has rescued seven Indians from drowning near Shark Island, Khorfakkan in Sharjah. Taking to Twitter, UAE’s National Guard announced on Wednesday, that seven…
- Middle East
Big Ticket Draw: Three Indian expats win Rs 22L each
Abu Dhabi: Three United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based Indian expatriates won the grand prize of Dirhams 100,000 (Rs 22,52,250) in the latest Big Ticket Abu Dhabi weekly draw. The winners – Shaik Fareeth…
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UAE: Emiratis retiring within 20 years of service to lose insurance benefits
Abu Dhabi: The General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA) clarified on Monday, that Emiratis who retire from their professional careers within 20 years stand to lose certain insurance benefits, the Emirates…
- Middle East
UAE foreign ministry changes its official name
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) foreign ministry on Monday announced a name change. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) will now be officially known as the Ministry…
- Middle East
UAE announces discounts on electricity bill for low-income farmers
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a financial support program for low-income farmers. UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, directed the Ministry of Community Development, in coordination…
- Middle East
Sudanese visa violators to be exempted from fines in UAE
Abu Dhabi: The Federal Authority For Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) announced that Sudanese nationals in the UAE will be exempted from fines arising from violations of the law regulating…
- Middle East
UAE astronaut shares image of Qatar, Bahrain from 400 km away
United Arab Emirates (UAE) astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi shared a picture of Qatar and Bahrain, which he took from the International Space Station (ISS) at an altitude of 400 km. The image…
- Middle East
Middle East’s largest food hall ‘Market Island’ to open in Dubai
Abu Dhabi: Dubai’s Festival City Mall is set to open a huge food hall called “The Market Island”, spanning an area of 70,000 square feet, making it the biggest of its kind…
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World’s largest floating book fair ‘Logos Hope’ docks in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi welcomes the world’s largest floating book fair aboard the ship ‘Logos Hope’ docked at the emirate’s Mina Zayed Port, Abu Dhabi Media Office (ADMO) reported. On Wednesday, the Abu…
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In a first, UAE firm launches ‘Wabel’ firefighting robot to tackle blazes
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based firm FFBOTS, located in Jebel Ali Industrial Area, has introduced firefighting robot that can act as the first responder to fires, local media reported. The…
