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UAE hands life terms, Rs 2 crore fines to ‘Bahloul Gang’ members
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has convicted members of the organised crime group known as the ‘Bahloul Gang’ and sentenced them to various prison terms. On Friday, March 14, Abu Dhabi Federal…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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UAE: Indian civil engineer wins luxury car in Big Ticket draw
Abu Dhabi: A 39-year-old Indian civil engineer based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has won a luxury car — Range Rover Velar — in the latest Big Ticket Abu Dhabi weekly…
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UAE: New Jaywan-Visa cards enable payments in 200 countries
Al Etihad Payments, a subsidiary of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), which operates the UAE’s national card switch (UAESWITCH) and the domestic card scheme Jaywan, on Monday, March 10, signed…
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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…
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Ramzan 2025 in UAE: Zakat Al Fitr, missing fast amount announced
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fatwa Council has announced the unified value of Zakat Al Fitr (Eid Al Fitr charity) at Dirham 25 per person or an equivalent of 2.5…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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UAE dismisses Sudan’s claims of ‘complicity in genocide’ at ICJ
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has condemned the case brought against it by Sudan at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), dismissing it as “a cynical publicity stunt” and vowing to seek…
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Sudan files genocide case against UAE at ICJ
The Hague: Sudan filed a case at the top United Nations court accusing the United Arab Emirates of breaching the genocide convention by arming and funding the rebel paramilitary group Rapid Support…
