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Mumbai: Flyer smuggles gold dust worth Rs 2.89 cr from Sharjah, held
Mumbai: In a major crackdown on illegal smuggling of gold, the customs officers in Mumbai arrested a passenger coming from Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE) for allegedly smuggling 24 carats of gold…
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Sharjah orders Arabic as primary language of instruction in govt nurseries
The Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi has mandated the adoption of Arabic language as the medium of teaching in all the government-run nurseries across the Emirate region.…
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India-UAE travel: Ghee, pickles & more in updated list of prohibited items
If you are planning to travel to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from India, you must follow luggage regulations to avoid airport security issues and be aware of items not allowed in…
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UAE issues federal law to bolster arts sector
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced a federal decree-law aimed at empowering the nation’s arts sector, a local news agency. The law establishes a comprehensive framework for regulating non-profit arts institutions…
- Middle East
BAPS Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi named ‘best cultural project’
The Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu temple (mandir) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) capital Abu Dhabi has been awarded the Best Cultural Project of UAE and Middle East and…
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Eid Al Etihad: Dubai announces holidays for private schools
Dubai: All private schools, universities, and nurseries in Dubai will be closed for two days to celebrate the UAE’s 53rd National Day, also known as Eid Al Etihad. Taking to X, the Knowledge and…
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Sheikh Hamdan leads record-breaking Dubai Run 2024
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, the Crown Prince of Dubai, on Sunday, November 24, led tens of thousands of fitness enthusiasts in the sixth edition of Dubai Run, the world’s largest free…
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Israeli-Moldovan citizen missing in UAE, investigation launched
An Israeli-Moldovan citizen residing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has gone missing since Thursday, November 21, the Israeli Prime Minister’s office said. In a statement on Saturday, November 23, Netanyahu’s office…
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UAE develops world’s first ChatGPT tool for farmers
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the development of the world’s first “ChatGPT” tool, dedicated to the agricultural community. The announcement was made by Mariam Almheiri, Head of the International Affairs…
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Dubai Police arrest wanted man by Interpol for match-fixing
Dubai Police have arrested a Brazilian national wanted by Interpol for allegations of football match-fixing and fraud in his home country. William Pereira Rugato, a 34-year-old, reportedly facilitated illegal financial gains through…
- Middle East
LuLu starts trading on ADX following Rs 14K crore IPO
United Arab Emirates (UAE) retail giant LuLu Retail successfully commenced trading on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) on Thursday, November 14, following its Initial Public Offering (IPO) and trading under the ticker “LuLu”. The IPO raised…
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Bilateral ties between India, UAE at new heights: Jaishankar
Dubai: The ties between India and the UAE have reached new heights, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Thursday, highlighting collaborations in sectors such as fintech, renewable energy, infrastructure, and defence.…
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UAE: Indian expats warned against social media job scams
Abu Dhabi: Indian expatriates in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have been warned about social media job scams.y and cyber frauds.. Taking to X, the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi has issued…
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UAE: Ras Al Khaimah launches Golden Visa programme for educators
The Ras Al Khaimah Department of Knowledge (RAK DOK) on Thursday, November 14, launched a Golden Visa programme for educators in both public and private schools throughout the emirate. The programme allows…
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EAM Jaishankar arrives in UAE on official visit
Dubai: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday arrived in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for an official visit aimed at further strengthening bilateral ties. Jaishankar was received by the Ambassador of…
