India’s surge in Russian and UAE oil imports during the Hormuz disruption highlights how refiners rapidly diversified supplies to protect the country’s energy security.
Indian refiners increase Russian and UAE oil imports ahead of Hormuz recovery
India’s crude oil imports hit a milestone in June, as Russia emerged as the primary supplier, followed closely by the UAE’s near-record imports. This shift represents a calculated diversification …
Sharjah reaches 99.7% safety index as trust in police surges
Sharjah recorded a 99.7 per cent safety index for 2025 in the latest Quality of Life Indicators issued by the Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD) and reviewed by Sharjah Police …
Man assaulted by roommate after a dispute over noise in Sharjah
Sharjah Misdemeanour Court heard a case of assault on an Asian national by his roommate, after he asked him to lower the noise he made at night. The details …
Why the Iran war brought the US and UAE even closer together
In February 2026, U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran triggered a wider regional crisis, putting Gulf states under pressure. But instead of weakening the UAE’s relationship with Washington, the conflict …
Du powers Dubai Mallathon with advanced indoor 5G+ network
The sponsorship fortifies du’s indoor 5G leadership, enabling world class connectivity for participants in Dubai Mallathon across the city’s leading mall destinations …
Air Arabia to launch direct Sharjah–Aleppo flights on July 4
Syria’s Civil Aviation and Air Transport Authority said Saturday that UAE-based carrier Air Arabia is set to launch direct flights …
Moment Algerian gang robs Abu Dhabi royal family of jewellery worth £600k after they arrived in UK on Eurostar
THIS IS the moment a gang of Algerian men stole £600,000 worth of jewellery from Abu Dhabi royals. Roda Al Nahyan, her mother Shamsa, and Najla Al Qubaisi had arrived in London St Pancras via the …
Gang distracts and steals £600,000 from Abu Dhabi royals outside St Pancras station
An Algerian gang who came to the UK because ‘that’s where the money is’ stole £600,000 worth of Jewellery from the Abu Dhabi royal family outside St Pancras. Medhi Fatih, 41, and Abdel Aitkebir, 35, …
NEET 2026 Abu Dhabi Centre Row: NTA Clears Air, Says Nagpur Aspirant Himself Chose Overseas Exam City Using Own Login
After a Nagpur NEET 2026 aspirant was assigned a test centre in Abu Dhabi, the NTA acted swiftly on a last-minute request, invoking its ‘Student-First’ philosophy to resolve the issue.
Sharjah deepens economic, tech and AI engagement with China
Sharjah is deepening its economic engagement with China as the emirate pursues new opportunities in artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, …
UAE deepens ties with France on AI
The UAE has deepened its partnership with France on artificial intelligence. Three Abu-Dhabi-based startups showcased their cutting-edge AI capabilities at Eurosatory 2026. TACTICA, SIRBAI and …
Dubai and Toronto to enhance trade, investment partnerships
Dubai Chambers has discussed ways to strengthen trade and investment partnerships between Dubai and Canada’s Ontario province during a series of meetings …
Dubai Municipality launches over 50 premium investment opportunities at Al Mamzar Beaches
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Dubai Municipality invites investors, operators, and entrepreneurs to take part in shaping Al Mamzar Beaches, one of Dubai’s most attractive family beach destinations and …
Dubai Police bust gang pirating satellite TV channels
As part of its ongoing efforts to protect intellectual property rights, Dubai Police have dismantled an organised criminal network involved in …
Dubai WoodShow 2026 to open June 22
DUBAI, 20th June, 2026 (WAM) — More than 400 exhibitors from over 45 countries will gather in Dubai next week for the Dubai WoodShow 2026, an international trade exhibition focusing on the automation …
‘Dust and pollution don’t exist’: Indian woman praises Dubai’s cleanliness and traffic discipline
She posted a video explaining how Dubai’s clean roads and organised traffic remained on her mind even after returning home.