The Authority revealed that a total of 19.67m digital tax refund requests from tourists have been processed between the system’s initial launch and the end of the first half of 2024 (H1 2024), compared to 14.54m transactions recorded by the end of H1 2023 – a notable uptick of 35.25 per cent over a period of 12 months.
Couple jailed, fined over abusing narcotics in their house in Dubai
A team from the Anti-Narcotics Department searched the house, where a scroll containing methamphetamine had been found.
Dirco recalls Consul-General in Dubai after whistleblowers expose visa sale scam
The Department of International Relations and Co-operation (Dirco) has confirmed the recall of Consul General to Dubai, Andrew Tsepo Lebona, after whistle-blowers exposed an elaborate visa for sale …
The real reason Binance will never go public
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, isn’t planning to go public anytime soon. And it isn’t because they’re sitting pretty on profits or …
Bitpanda and CoinMENA Join Forces for Crypto Expansion in MENA Region
Bitpanda partnered with CoinMENA to enhance trading efficiency and expand the range of crypto assets available to users in the MENA region.
Here’s What You Can Do in the UAE This Week
The UAE is a dynamic country offering a blend of cultural experiences, luxury indulgences, and thrilling activities. There’s always something new and exciting happening across the emirates. Here’s …
Up to 90% discount: Dubai residents have ‘one last chance’ to save big with summer deals
As the summer break ends, Dubai Summer Surprises is giving residents one final chance to avail discounts of up to 90 per cent in the ‘DSS Final Sale.’ The deals will be available on more than 550 …
Al-Futtaim IKEA expands in Abu Dhabi with a second small store format at Dalma Mall
This expansion highlights IKEA’s ongoing commitment to expanding its presence and providing functional, affordable home furnishings in the UAE …
UAE: FTA settles 2.7mln tax refund requests from tourists in H1
The figures are based on the number of refund “Tax free Tag” issued by retail stores electronically linked to the system
Dubai’s real estate market witnesses major transactions with high-value sales
Dubai’s Real estate market witnessed notable transactions, including the sale of a high-value residential apartment in the Jumeirah Bay area. The apartment, part of the prestigious “BV Residences” …
OPPO A60 5G: The Durable Gaming Powerhouse
OPPO today announced the launch of the new OPPO A60 5G in the UAE, featuring outstanding durability and enhanced gaming experiences for the 5G generation. Living up to OPPO’s commitment to product …
‘Foresight-1’ places UAE among top 20 countries operating SAR satellites: Bayanat
After the successful launch of the Foresight-1 satellite, we are now able to operate space assets prepared to cross over the Middle East region repeatedly and in record time.” …
du announces the second edition of “Envision”
Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), is proud to announce the second edition of ‘Envision’ its yearly tech event platform, …
UAE Royals share best wishes to students on the first day of school
Special wishes for the little ones… The summer holidays in the UAE are officially over, and little ones were sent off to school this morning. To help boost the little one’s spirits, the UAE Royals …
‘Foresight-1’ places UAE among top 20 countries operating SAR satellites: Bayanat
After the successful launch of the Foresight-1 satellite, we are now able to operate space assets prepared to cross over the Middle East region repeatedly and in record time.” …
Radar and satellite shed new light on the UAE’s fascinating past
Researchers in the UAE have been unable to unearth mysteries from the country’s past without having to carry out a single excavation, with tombs, water channels and irrigation networks discovered at …
Customs seize 1.4 kg of gold smuggled from Sharjah to Coimbatore
As the flight arrived in Coimbatore around 3.50 a.m., Customs sleuths searched the aircraft. They found three packets concealed in the inner side panel of the aircraft. Each packet contained four gold …