The UAE’s real gross domestic product grew by 3% in the first quarter of 2026 to reach AED 485 billion at constant prices, while non-oil GDP grew by 4.8%, raising its contribution to 79.4% of the …
Dubai Police shut down 103 fake social media accounts in anti-fraud drive
Authorities say the takedowns were part of broader efforts to combat online scams, strengthen cybercrime prevention and improve public awareness.
Dubai Police Shut Down 103 Fake Social Media Accounts Used in Online Scam Operations
Dubai Police has dismantled 103 fraudulent social media accounts involved in online scam activities during the second quarter of the year as part …
Dubai Abu Dhabi highlights: UAE airlines revise travel rules for Iran citizens; Indian national injured by drone debris
The live updates to the blog are closed. Iran’s semi-official Mehr news agency reports that 400 ships are held at the Strait of Hormuz, waiting for permission from Iran to cross. It includes both …
L&T secures ultra-mega ADNOC Offshore order worth over ₹15,000 crore
The company’s offshore hydrocarbon arm will lead a consortium executing the project to develop and upgrade multiple facilities in West Asia …
Mintoak acquires Middle East-headquartered fintech ICC Loyalty
MUMBAI, India, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mintoak, the payments and engagement OS for acquirers, today announced the acquisition of ICC Loyalty, expanding its footprint across the Middle East, …
Dubai startups offered $2,700 in savings under new founder scheme
Dubai startups and SMEs can access more than AED10,000 ($2,723) in first-year savings and benefits through a new founder finance initiative …
Tenants at Abu Dhabi’s famous centre for second-hand goods say high rents forcing them away
Al Yousuf Centre is a ‘home from home’ for Filipinos and people looking for bargains …
UAE salary increases to average 3.4% in 2026, says new survey
Recruitment consultants in the UAE say that organisations in the country are leaning more heavily on performance-based incentives and variable pay schemes …
Raj Thackeray vs Dubai dream: If India is booming, what’s pulling its rich to the Gulf?
An estimated 4.3 million to 4.4 million Indians live in the UAE, making up roughly 35% to 38% of its population.
UAE tax authority urges early corporate tax filing to avoid penalties
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has emphasised that Taxable Persons eligible for the Small Business Relief must continue to fulfil all their obligations under the Corporate Tax Law for each tax period …
Dubai’s ‘One Freezone Passport Initiative’ gives businesses cost benefits – and license in days
Dubai: The one license scheme for companies to operate out of one and more free zones in Dubai is turning out to be one of the biggest boosters for new businesses planning to launch in the UAE. The …
UAE gold jewellery demand drops 28% in Q2 due to Middle East conflict
The precious metal price has been trending lower after the start of the Middle East war as rising oil prices have brought inflation concern in the US economy …
UAE seizes 3.6m illegal excise goods worth $22.3m in tax evasion crackdown
The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority seized 3.6 million non-compliant excise goods worth AED82.1m ($22.3m) during tax evasion inspections with Dubai Police …
UAE eyes deeper Africa investments in energy, infrastructure
The United Arab Emirates has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding strategic partnerships across Africa, identifying renewable energy, infrastructure and digital innovation as key sectors for …
Dubai Police trace unconscious woman after desperate 3.30am call goes silent
A silent emergency call, a faint voice and a GPS trace helped Dubai Police locate an unconscious woman inside a locked car and save her life within minutes …
Small Businesses In UAE Urged To File Corporate Tax Before Deadline, Says FTA
Small Businesses In UAE Urged To File Corporate Tax Before Deadline, Says FTA . Small businesses in the UAE are urged to file their corporate tax returns within a specified timeframe, the UAE’s …