Chandigarh schools extend winter break till January 13
Chandigarh administration extends school timings and winter vacation till Jan 13 due to severe cold. Online classes for younger students, delayed start for board classes. Get all details.
Chandigarh administration extends school timings and winter vacation till Jan 13 due to severe cold. Online classes for younger students, delayed start for board classes. Get all details.
The UAE's Etihad Rail passenger network, starting in 2026, will link 11 cities from Al Sila to Fujairah at 200 km/h, cutting travel time and boosting connectivity. Discover the new era of transport.
Lucknow schools for classes up to 8 remain closed until January 10, 2026, due to severe cold and fog. Classes 9-12 resume with revised timings. Stay updated on official orders.
Delhi High Court grants schools more time to set up fee committees and submit hike proposals. The court refuses to stay the new fee regulation law, seeks response from DoE and LG. Next hearing on March 12.
Badagarakeri Govt Higher Primary School in rural Kodagu, preparing for its 125th anniversary, is threatened by a collapsing wall. 73 students' safety at risk as authorities are urged for urgent renovation.
The UAE is set for its most intense cold spell of 2026 from January 10-22, known as 'Der Al Sittin'. Experts explain the mix of folklore and science behind the chill. Read for weather updates and tips.
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The UAE's updated Commercial Companies Law grants 'citizenship' status to all firms, boosting global trade and identity. Discover how this impacts businesses and international investment.
UAE mandates exit permits for students to leave school, introduces strict absence tracking. New rules aim to boost child safety. Details on permits, 'Friday trap', and penalties for Indian families.
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Calcutta Boys' School and St Augustine's Day School in Kolkata alter timings as a cold wave hits. More schools may follow suit. Read the latest updates on school schedule changes.
Government and private schools in Guwahati reopen from January 7 with revised, later timings for one week to protect students from severe cold weather. Details on new schedules inside.
Dibrugarh district delays school start time to 10 AM for student safety during severe cold. The order applies to all schools and is effective immediately. Read the full details and IMD data.
The UAE has launched major visa reforms for 2026, including new AI Specialist, Cruise Tourism visas and easier entry for Indians. Explore the latest rules for work, family sponsorship, and long-term residency.
Ramadan 2026 in the UAE is set for a winter start on February 19. Get key dates, Suhoor/Iftar timings, and details on new Friday prayer schedules for a spiritually fulfilling month.
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Bhopal district administration issues cold wave alert, delaying school timings for nursery to class 8 until 9:30 AM for student safety. Check latest weather updates and guidelines here.
UAE schools will end early on Fridays from Jan 9 to align with 12.45pm prayer time. New timings for KG to Grade 12 announced. Read details for parents.
A viral video shows women dancing & cash being showered inside a Datia government school, sparking a probe. District education officer Sunil Shukla orders investigation. Read details.
Bihar government orders closure of Patna schools for classes up to 5th till January 5. Revised timings for higher classes announced. Stay updated on winter break extensions.
UAE banks will stop SMS OTPs for online payments from Jan 6, 2026. Switch to in-app biometric approval now to avoid transaction declines. A major security upgrade.
Major UAE banks will stop sending OTPs via SMS for online payments from January 2026. Learn about the new in-app authentication system, why it's safer, and how residents must prepare.
UAE's new laws bring clarity for expats on inheritance, asset distribution, and wills. Learn how Federal Decree-Law No. 51 of 2024 impacts your finances and family's future.
UAE's new laws bring clarity for expats on inheritance, asset freeze, and heirless wealth. Learn how Federal Decree-Law No. 51 of 2024 impacts your savings and business.
The UAE implements a historic unified Friday prayer timing of 12:45 PM across all emirates from January 2, 2026. Learn about the new schedule, traffic impacts, and the 'Year of the Family' initiative behind this landmark change.
The UAE appears to have quietly recognised Somaliland, accepting its passports while blocking Somalia's. This major geopolitical shift, following Israel's move, could reshape regional alliances. Read the full analysis.
The UAE has enacted a sweeping new Civil Transactions Law, reducing the legal age to 18 and modernising contracts, consumer rights, and business frameworks. Discover how this impacts residents and global investors.
The UAE fuel price committee announced a significant drop in petrol and diesel rates for January 2026, reversing December's hike. Get the latest price list and analysis.
Assam's Majuli and Barak Valley districts close schools and revise timings as temperatures plunge below 10°C. Get the latest updates on the cold wave impact on education.