Indian Employee Vanishes With Dh660,000 from LuLu Hypermarket
A long-serving Indian employee at LuLu Hypermarket in Abu Dhabi is missing along with Dh660,000, sparking a police probe and raising retail security alarms. Read the full story.
A long-serving Indian employee at LuLu Hypermarket in Abu Dhabi is missing along with Dh660,000, sparking a police probe and raising retail security alarms. Read the full story.
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.
Gangadhar Meher University's official website was hacked, showing pro-Pakistan messages. Key data compromised, cyber police informed. Read details on the security breach and its impact.
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.
A new survey reveals 85% of UAE professionals now rank job security above salary growth as AI transforms workplaces. Discover the key trends shaping the future of work in the Gulf.
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.
UAE residents, get ready! 2026 promises a stunning celestial show with three supermoons, major meteor showers, and rare planetary alignments visible from the Emirates. Discover dates and viewing tips.
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi addresses UAE National Defence College, discussing evolving security challenges and India-UAE strategic ties. Read more.
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.
Learn how to check your UAE visa status and expiry date for free online. Official step-by-step guide for Dubai (GDRFA) and other emirates (ICP). Stay compliant and avoid fines.
An 81-year-old retired businessman in Hyderabad was scammed of over Rs 7 crore by fraudsters posing as Mumbai Police. Read about the 'digital arrest' modus operandi and how to stay safe.
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.
Saudi-led coalition airstrikes target UAE-backed separatist camps in Yemen's Hadramout, killing seven. The attack highlights a deepening rift between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi over Yemen's future. Read the full report.
Major UAE banks will stop sending OTPs via SMS for online card payments from January 6, 2026. Learn about the new in-app approval system and how to prepare for this security upgrade.
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.
The UAE celebrated New Year 2026 with breathtaking fireworks across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, setting new records under a blanket of exemplary security. See how the world watched in awe.
UAE announces withdrawal from Yemen after Saudi-led coalition bombs Mukalla port. Saudi accuses UAE of arming separatists, marking a major Gulf rift. Read the latest developments.
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.
Saudi Arabia launched airstrikes on Yemen's Mukalla port after a UAE weapons shipment arrived for separatist forces, escalating tensions in the war-torn nation and straining the Gulf alliance. Read the full analysis.
The UAE announced withdrawal of its remaining forces from Yemen after a Saudi-backed ultimatum, following a coalition airstrike on Mukalla port. This marks a major escalation in Gulf tensions. Read the full analysis.
The UAE has issued a formal statement addressing the ongoing military developments in Yemen, emphasizing dialogue and stability. Read the full details and regional implications here.