New Delhi authorities booked a case against Indian man for smuggling gold from Sharjah. Customs officers at Terminal 3 Indira Gandhi International Airport caught the passenger based on profiling; he …
Syria’s Sharaa met top Israeli official Tzachi Hanegbi in Abu Dhabi, Syrian media claims
Despite the report’s claims on the meeting taking place on Monday, Hanegbi was reported to be in Washington DC as part of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s delegation visiting the US.
Abu Dhabi Chamber membership rises 4.9% to over 157,000 companies
Membership in the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has grown to 157,207 companies, a 4.9 percent increase between September 2024 and June 2025.The growth reflects the Chamber’s …
The UAE in Africa: Power, Influence and Conflict
The Gulf nation has built a logistical network to project power in countries surrounding Sudan that includes field hospitals and airstrips, according to regional diplomats, analysts and officials.
Dubai’s DFSA approves launch of its first regulated tokenized money fund
Dubai Financial Services Authority, the DIFC regulatory authority in Dubai UAE, has approved the first tokenized money market fund, called the QCD Money Market Fund (QCDT). Qatar National Bank will be …
Freed Dubai teen Marcus Fakana’s jail hell – ‘severe’ trauma and men forced to watch rapes
Nineteen-year-old Marcus Fakana has now been released from a hellish Dubai prison, following what has been a traumatic year for the teenager after he was jailed for having sex with another teen …
Dubai Metro update: Parsons appointed as Project Management Consultant for Blue Line Project
RTA’s Dubai Metro Blue Line, expected to commence operations in 2029, is a key component of Dubai’s D33 Economic Agenda …
Dubai: 68-year-old expat undergoes complex 9-hour brain surgery for rare tumour
The patient, who wished to remain anonymous, was diagnosed with a ‘butterfly glioma’ — a rare and aggressive type of brain tumour that spreads across both hemispheres of the brain.
Strategic property insights: Rent vs. buy in UAE’s best‑value areas
In many UAE regions, renting offers significant monthly savings, while ownership pays dividends in carefully chosen markets …
How can NRIs secure their estate across India and UAE?
From dual wills to private trusts and tax planning, here’s a guide for non-resident Indians navigating cross-border estate succession.
Rs 23 lakh UAE Golden Visa a marketing gimmick? It’s a ‘rebranding’ of the existing practices, says immigration consultant
The UAE Golden visa is a long-term residence visa that enables foreign nationals to live, work or study in the UAE while enjoying benefits such as no income tax, capital gains or inheritance tax.
UAE Golden Visa at Rs 23 lakh for Indians: A full list of benefits explained
The United Arab Emirates has introduced a new nomination-based Golden Visa, shifting from the earlier model that required high investments in property or business. Unlike the existing property-linked …
Trio of new European airports join Air Arabia’s network from Sharjah, UAE
A trio of new European airports in Munich, Prague, and Warsaw all join Air Arabia’s network from Sharjah in the UAE …
Sharjah announces up to 35% discount on traffic fines
Sharjah announced a 35% discount on traffic fines if payment is done within 60 days of committing the offence. If payment is made after 60 days and before 1 year, a 25% discount shall be applied.
Sharjah Ladies Club hosts event showcasing Korean culture
Sharjah Ladies Club (SLC) has hosted an event titled “Discover Korea’s Beauty in Winter” in collaboration with Korea National Tourism Organisation. The cultural experience took place inside the club’s …
Abu Dhabi sovereign fund in talks to buy $100m Revolut stake
Mubadala, the UAE-based investor, is in advanced discussions to add to the stake it acquired last year in one of the world’s most valuable digital banks, Sky News learns.
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development inaugurates Maafaru International Airport Implementation in the Maldives
This initiative reflects the shared commitment to advancing critical sectors and supporting a prosperous and sustainable future …