Abu Dhabi sees a 25% rise in demand for blue-collar Indian workers, driven by infrastructure projects and a booming industrial sector. Higher wages in construction, manufacturing, and transport make …
Home after 32 years: 70-year-old UAE expat to fly back to Philippines on Thursday
Today, with flight tickets in hand and a long journey ahead, Ernesto and his wife, Teresa, are finally heading back to the Philippines. As if fate had scripted the moment, Ernesto’s T-shirt bore the word ‘homecoming’ across it.
Indian diaspora plays significant part in shaping UAE’s social and economic fabric, says Indiaspora report
Indiaspora’s report, produced with The Boston Consulting Group, highlights the significant role of the Indian diaspora in shaping the UAE’s socio-economic landscape. Estimated at 3.9 million, this community has contributed substantially to technology,
Ramadan 2025: UAE announces working hours for private sector
Companies may apply flexible or remote work patterns within the limits of the daily working hours during Ramadan, according to MoHRE
Bradley Mtall bets back into the country after 1-month Dubai stay: “Nyumbani”
Bradley Mtall, The Gen Z Goliath, returned to Kenya after a Dubai trip funded by Zam Zam brothers. He defended controversial content with a lioness and Tenge Tenge.
Sharjah Islamic Bank issues $500mln sukuk
The transaction attracted exceptional investor demand, with the order book peaking at US$1.7 billion—an oversubscription of 3.4 times …
Stuck in eternal drought, UAE turns to AI to make it rain
In the marbled halls of a luxury hotel, leading experts are discussing a new approach to an age-old problem: how to make it rain in the UAE, the wealthy Gulf state that lies in one of the world’s biggest deserts.
UAE: Ahead of Ramadan, schools reduce hours, complete syllabus, hold events
Some UAE schools have already completed their academic syllabus for the year in anticipation of Ramadan, which is expected to begin by March 1. Indian curriculum schools, which typically end their academic year by March end,
My Dubai Rent: Soaring rents lead to change of address for teacher
My Dubai Rent takes you inside a reader’s home to have a look at what they get for their money, how much they pay in rent and asks them what they like and don’t like Escalating rents forced Heather …
Abu Dhabi’s First IPO of the Year Rides AI Boom to Price at Top
Alpha Data is likely to price its initial public offering in Abu Dhabi at the top of a planned range, as investors piled into the IT services firm that’s been among the beneficiaries of a surge in …
Abu Dhabi’s ENEC Eyes Investment in Nuclear Specialist Newcleo
Abu Dhabi’s state-run atomic power company is set to invest in French-Italian operator Newcleo after signing an accord during a visit to Rome by the United Arab Emirates’ president.
National Guard, Abu Dhabi Airports sign cooperation agreement
Major General Saleh Mohammed bin Muqrin Al Ameri, Commander of the National Guard, received at the National Guard headquarters, Elena Sourili, Managing Director and CEO of Abu Dhabi Airports, as part …
Abu Dhabi Hindu temple a symbol of appreciation for Indian contribution to UAE, says minister Nahyan
Speaking at Indiaspora Forum For Good in Abu Dhabi, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence Sheikh Nahyan also released a report on the Indian diaspora in UAE.
Flying Boats, Weird Trams And More From Dubai’s Future Transit Trials
At the World Government Summit earlier this month, Dubai revealed its latest round of wacky transport ideas, from a flying boat to a trackless tram — and of course, Elon Musk’s Loop.
Sharjah Islamic Bank successfully issues US$500 million sukuk
In November 1976, the United Arab Emirates was on a date with the birth of the Emirates News Agency, as a news and knowledge media entity that expresses the country, and on June 18, 1977, “WAM” …
Sharjah Crown Prince attends launch of the ‘Aqari’ platform
Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, attended on Monday the official launch of Aqari, the …
‘Heart of Sharjah’ bids farewell to Sharjah Heritage Days
In a grand ceremony filled with guests and visitors, Sharjah bid farewell to the 22nd edition of Sharjah Heritage Days, which was held under the theme “Roots”. Over 11 consecutive days, the festival …