India’s gold imports from the UAE are rising sharply. Understand the role of CEPA, lower tariffs, foreign exchange reserves and India’s gold purchase policy.
Abu Dhabi authorities deal with fire at warehouse in industrial area
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have dealt with a fire that broke out at a warehouse this afternoon. Teams from Abu Dhabi Police and Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority battled the blaze in the Al Mafraq …
Sharjah Police uncover circumstances behind death of two Kazakh sisters
The General Department of Criminal Security and Ports at the Sharjah Police has efficiently resolved the murder case of two Kazakh sisters, and arrested …
Sharjah approves Dhs20,000 minimum monthly living standard for citizens
The latest package represents a significant expansion of Sharjah’s social support framework …
Dubai attracts over 8,000 professionals from 80 countries to E&L MENA 2027
DUBAI, 3rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Business Events (DBE), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has joined Entertainment & Leisure MENA (E&L MENA) 2027 as Destination …
Beyond The US Federal Reserve: What Is Really Driving Dubai’s Mortgage Market
What Is Really Driving Dubai’s Mortgage Market. Dubai’s mortgage market is increasingly being shaped by cash buyers, resident demand and local lending dynamics rather than shifts in US monetary policy …
Nasdaq Dubai welcomes ICBC’s dual-currency $713mln green bonds
ICBC reinforces its position as the largest green bond issuer on Nasdaq Dubai, bringing its cumulative outstanding listings on the exchange to USD …
Carmignac opens new regional office in Dubai
Carmignac has opened a new regional office in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), following authorisation from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to conduct regulated activities …
UAE’s non-oil sector growth in August was best since 2024 despite Iran war
UAE non-oil businesses recorded their strongest improvement in operating conditions since December 2024 in August.
Standard Chartered Brings Institutional Crypto Trading to UAE
Standard Chartered launches institutional BTC and ETH spot trading in the UAE, connecting crypto execution with its established FX infrastructure.
Sharjah ruler raises minimum living standard to Dh20,000
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has ordered the minimum monthly living standard to be raised to Dh20,000 for thousands of families …
Sharjah Police arrest man accused of killing two Kazakh sisters
Sharjah Police have arrested a Kazakh national suspected of killing two sisters of the same nationality inside a residential apartment, after an intensive investigation helped officers identify and …
Standard Chartered launches institutional spot crypto trading in UAE
Sept 3 (Reuters) – Standard Chartered said on Thursday it had launched cryptocurrency spot trading in bitcoin and ether for institutional clients in the United Arab Emirates, becoming the first global …
Iran’s army claims missile, drone strikes on US bases in Kuwait, UAE
By bnm Tehran bureau Iran’s army said it struck US military bases in Kuwait and the UAE with missiles and drones, targeting the Ahmad al-Jaber base in Kuwait and the Al-Minhad base in the UAE, ILNA …
Felix Pago raises USD 200 million to expand into financial services
Felix Pago has raised USD 200 million in Series B funding to expand into lending, savings and financial services for immigrants in the US.
Things to do in Dubai when the weather is pleasant
Dubai is at its best when the weather makes it comfortable to spend time outdoors. Pleasant conditions open up opportunities for beach days, desert adventures, waterfront walks, cruises, cycling, …
CSCEC tops out first hotel at Dubai’s R1029 Island Project
Located on an artificial island adjacent to the Burj Al Arab, the R1029 Island Project spans approximately 440,000 square metres of floor area and is planned to include four five-star international …