SC: Passport can't be denied due to pending criminal cases
Supreme Court rules passport authorities cannot deny renewal to an accused if courts allow it. Landmark judgment upholds right to life and liberty under Article 21. Details inside.
Supreme Court rules passport authorities cannot deny renewal to an accused if courts allow it. Landmark judgment upholds right to life and liberty under Article 21. Details inside.
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.
Immigration officials at Chandigarh airport thwarted an attempt by an Afghan national to fly to Abu Dhabi using a forged Indian passport. Police are probing a larger network.
As the rules-based order crumbles, C. Raja Mohan outlines India's three critical priorities for 2026: internal cohesion, credible deterrence, and regional leadership. Read the analysis.
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.
UAE mandates a Dh6,000 minimum wage for Emirati private sector employees from Jan 2026. Non-compliance will block work permits and affect Emiratisation quotas. Read details.
A 30-year-old from Mehsana was arrested at Delhi's IGIA for returning from the US using a forged passport. The case highlights new immigration fraud trends amid US enforcement. Read the full investigation details.
Somalia's ambassador publicly rebuked Israel at the UN Security Council, condemning its recognition of Somaliland and actions in Gaza. Read the full diplomatic showdown details.
The UAE has strongly refuted Saudi Arabia's accusations of escalating the Yemen conflict, calling for dialogue and restraint. Get the latest details on the diplomatic rift.
The US defended Israel's right to recognise Somaliland at a tense UN Security Council meeting, drawing parallels with Palestinian state recognition. Read the full diplomatic clash.
The UAE introduces a major federal law overhauling higher education & research. New rules bring unified licensing, mandatory internships, and heavy fines for violations. Details inside.
Discover the top 6 legitimate platforms to secure high-paying remote jobs in Dubai, offering salaries of AED 20,000+ per month. Start your journey to work and settle in the UAE.
Iran-backed Houthis warn Israel against deploying military in Somaliland, calling any IDF presence 'targets'. This follows Netanyahu's recognition of Somaliland, sparking regional tensions.
From January 2026, UAE introduces major changes: expanded plastic ban, new tax rules, Friday timings, social media permits & sugar tax. Know the key facts and avoid fines.
The Arab League will hold an emergency session to reject Israel's recognition of Somaliland. The move, seen as a violation of Somali sovereignty, has sparked regional condemnation. Read the full story.
Former US President Donald Trump opposes recognizing Somaliland, contradicting ally Netanyahu's historic move. Global backlash grows as Somalia, AU, EU, and others condemn Israel's decision. Read the full analysis.
Israel's recognition of Somaliland sparks fierce backlash from Hamas, Qatar, and China, raising fears of regional instability in the Horn of Africa and Red Sea.
The UAE is expanding its strategic partnerships and unlocking significant investment opportunities across Latin America, focusing on trade, sustainability, and infrastructure. Discover the key agreements and future prospects.
Somalia strongly condemns Israel's recognition of Somaliland, calling it an act of aggression. Full analysis of the diplomatic crisis and its regional implications.
Congress's Digvijaya Singh sparks row by praising RSS. Israel's Somaliland recognition faces backlash. Himachal doctors strike. BJP targets Rahul Gandhi. Hindus in Bangladesh seek refuge. Read the full details.
Israel becomes the first country to formally recognize Somaliland's independence. Explore the strategic motives behind this historic move and its geopolitical implications for the Horn of Africa and beyond. Read the full analysis.
Israel's historic recognition of Somaliland as independent nation triggers fierce backlash from US, Arab states, and African Union. Netanyahu's move faces global isolation.
Israel becomes the first nation to formally recognise Somaliland, a move backed by the Abraham Accords but condemned by Somalia and regional powers. Explore the diplomatic shift.
The UAE has achieved top global positions in 2025 for economic competitiveness, safety, digital governance, and healthcare. Discover how the nation is setting new international benchmarks.