Dubai Could Witness More Iconic Landmark Projects
The merger of Dubai’s top master developers Nakheel and Meydan will diversify offerings for local and foreign investors and also ensure mega projects like Palm Jebel Ali rise to their fullest po...
March 17, 20240368Category: UAE Local News
How Indian Expats Can Apply For An Aadhaar Card In UAE
If you are an Indian living in UAE and wish to have Aadhaar as an identity proof, it is not difficult to get one if you have the required documents in order.
Linked to biometric data, Aadhaar is a ...
March 17, 20240633Category: UAE Local News
Many Students Were Caught Cheating During Second-semester Exams
Several instances of cheating have been detected among students during the end-of-second-semester exams. The Emirates School Education Foundation announced the cheating cases on Thursday for the curre...
March 16, 20240308Category: Crime News
Emirates May Experience Rain In The Last 10 Days Of March
After the UAE experienced heavy rains in the last month, temperatures took a significant dip and pleasant weather lasted for weeks.
As the mercury begins to rise yet again in the Emirates, resident...
March 16, 20240435Category: Weather
Air India Express Announces Cheaper Tickets In New Fare Categories
Now, Air India Express passengers will have the option to save on flight tickets by travelling light.
Budget carrier Air India Express has launched a new fare family, which gives travellers the opt...
March 16, 20240440Category: Travel
Employee Embezzle Dh328,000 Budget For Scrap Paper
An employee in the UAE was found guilty of embezzling Dh328,285, which should have been used to buy scrap paper. She was ordered to return the money to her employer in a ruling issued by Al Ain Primar...
March 14, 20240295Category: Crime News
Meet A Hindu Expat Who Fasts Every Ramadan In Full Spirit
For non-Muslim Mauritian expat Neelam Gokulsing, fasting during Ramadan started as a gesture to show solidarity with friends — then it became a path towards self-discovery.
Her fasting journe...
March 14, 20240496Category: Ramadan
Voice, Texting And Data Satellite Connectivity Coming Soon To Your Phone
UAE residents could soon benefit from voice, texting and data satellite connectivity on their standard smartphones. With satellite connectivity, phones can be used even in areas where there is no cell...
March 14, 20240415Category: Technology
Dubai Announced Truck Ban Timings For Ramadan
Authorities in Dubai have revised truck ban timings on key routes and areas within the Emirate during the holy month of Ramadan. According to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), the revised timin...
March 14, 20240415Category: UAE Local News
UAE Eid Al Fitr Holiday: 9-day Vacation Trend; Prices From Dh9,000
With UAE residents possibly getting a nine-day break for Eid Al Fitr in April, demand for travel is soaring. All-inclusive nine-day holidays are trending among UAE travellers, according to experts.
...
March 14, 20240343Category: UAE Local News
UAE's Most Dangerous Time And Day On Roads During Ramadan
During the holy month of Ramadan, offices and schools across the country implement different timings to ease daily life for all those fasting. This means that times when traffic peaks on the roads cou...
March 14, 20240357Category: Ramadan
How To Report To RTA Lost And Found In Dubai
For many commuters in Dubai, utilizing public transport is part and parcel of their daily routine. It's not uncommon for individuals to inadvertently leave behind personal belongings while traveli...
March 14, 202401670Category: Humans of UAE
Burglars Break Into Villa And Steal Dh180,000 Worth Of Valuables
While Irene Sutton was out of town welcoming her birthday week alongside her husband, Andre Verdier, she received the distressing news of a robbery at their villa in Al Furjan, Dubai.
Police are no...
March 13, 20240356Category: Crime News
What To Do If You Have Lost Something In Dubai
Losing valuable belongings such as a phone, wallet, passport, or cherished jewelry can evoke significant concern, especially when far from home. Fortunately, navigating such distressing situations in ...
March 13, 202411458Category: Humans of UAE
Police Arrested 17 Beggars On The First Day Of Ramadan
Dubai Police arrested 17 beggars on the first day of Ramadan. The crackdown is part of their 'Fight Begging' campaign.
"The first day of Ramadan saw the arrest of 17 individuals, inclu...
March 12, 20240241Category: Crime News
Man Caught With Live Snake And Monkey's Hand In Luggage At Dubai Airport
A man travelling through Dubai International Airport (DXB) was caught with some of the most peculiar objects in his luggage: a live snake, a monkey's hand, a dead bird and eggs wrapped in cotton.
...
March 12, 20240637Category: Crime News
UAE Residents Could Get Up To 9 Days Eid Al Fitr Holiday
Get your planning calendars out UAE, the longest public holiday of the year is less than a month away. Residents could enjoy up to nine days off in April to celebrate the Islamic festival Eid Al Fitr,...
March 12, 20240363Category: UAE Local News
Police Rescue Family Trapped In Submerged Car In Dubai
You've seen them in everything from patrol cars to horses to helicopters. Over the weekend, they were on an inflatable boat.
In an exemplary display of preparedness, the Dubai Police's emer...
March 11, 20240431Category: UAE Local News
Residents Climb More Than 2,000 Stairs Daily As Lifts Stop Working
Indian expat SS* commutes between his home and office multiple times a day due to the nature of his work. But the 61-year-old has been forced to climb up and down more than 2,000 stairs in his apartme...
March 11, 20240314Category: Weather