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UAE offers 180 day business visa for investors, entrepreneurs
The UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) on Wednesday, February 19, invited investors, entrepreneurs, skilled professionals and business financiers worldwide to take advantage of the numerous benefits…
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Indian woman faces death sentence in UAE, family pleads for clemency
Abu Dhabi: Shahzadi Khan, a 33-year-old woman from Uttar Pradesh’s Banda district, is currently on death row in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after being convicted of allegedly killing a child in…
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Dubai’s Burj Azizi: Global sales begin for world’s second-tallest tower
Dubai: Azizi Developments, one of Dubai’s leading developers, has officially launched global sales for its new landmark, Burj Azizi, set to become the world’s second-tallest tower at 725 meters high. Sales began on…
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Fraudsters scam UAE residents with fake Dh 1 ghee offer
Abu Dhabi: A United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based food company recently suffered a devastating financial loss after fraudsters used its brand to scam unsuspecting buyers out of large sums of money. Simply The…
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Video: Fire breaks out in residential building in Dubai Marina
Dubai: A fire broke out in a 29-storey residential building in Dubai Marina on Monday afternoon, February 17. Pictures and videos shared on social media showed thick smoke billowing from Dream Tower…
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Abu Dhabi BAPS Hindu Mandir marks first anniversary
Abu Dhabi: The BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi celebrated its first anniversary with a grand event, aligning with the UAE’s Year of Community. The occasion brought together UAE leadership, dignitaries, faith…
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Gold prices in Dubai begin the week with a positive trend
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), rose on Monday, February 17, as markets opened for the first trading day of the week. According to the Dubai Jewellery Group, the…
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Dubai: Landlords must give 90-day notice for rent hikes
Landlords in Dubai must now notify tenants at least 90 days before their contract expires if they intend to raise rent, according to the newly launched Smart Rental Index by the Dubai…
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Dubai builds 40 air-conditioned rest areas for delivery riders
Dubai: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai announced on Sunday, February 16, the completion of 40 air-conditioned rest areas for delivery riders across key locations in the emirate. The rest…
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Dubai Mall to launch new section with 65 stores in March
Dubai Mall, which is one of the most popular malls in the world, is set to launch a new section at the start of the holy month of Ramzan, expected to begin…
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UAE expands visa-on-arrival for Indians: New countries added
Abu Dhabi: In a significant visa policy update, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expanded its visa-on-arrival programme for Indian nationals. Starting Thursday, February 13, Indian citizens holding ordinary passports and valid…
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Dubai Loop: Elon Musk to build 17 km underground tunnel project
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) recently partnered with Elon Musk’s The Boring Company to develop the Dubai Loop, a 17-kilometer underground tunnel project. The project, announced by the UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence…
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UAE begins mapping air corridors for flying taxis, cargo drones
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Thursday, February 13, begun mapping air corridors and regulatory framework development for piloted and autonomous flying taxis and cargo drones. The initiative is a collaboration between…
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Ramzan likely to begin on March 1 in most Islamic countries
The International Astronomical Centre (IAC) announced on Thursday, February 13, that the holy month of Ramzan 1446 AH-2025 is likely to begin on Saturday, March 1, in most Islamic countries. According to…
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Dubai to increase parking fees near event venues from Feb 17
Dubai’s public parking operator, Parkin, will implement new variable parking fees near major event venues, starting Saturday, February 17. Under the updated policy, parking near event zones, including the Dubai World Trade…
